Navigating the Trails
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Staying oriented when on a network of trails relies on having a plan, access to good information on the trail network, and... Read More
Pocket Prairies in Prospect Park
How do you bring back the landscape to what was? The meadow in Prospect is dominated by King Ranch bluestem (KR) and... Read More
Moments of Nature: March 2021
Thank you to all the San Marcos photographers who contributed to this issue of The Loop! Natural Areas Around San Marcos
SMGA 2021 Board Candidates Announced
The slate of candidates who have agreed to serve as members of the SMGA Board are Jon Cradit and current board members... Read More
Picking Up the Pieces
For many of us, the winter storm of February 2021 will be remembered as a day of beautiful winter wonderland followed by a... Read More
SMGA At Work
Because this year’s annual meeting will be virtual, the SMGA Board voted to donate the $500 that was budgeted for refreshments and... Read More
Trail Notes: Frostweed
If you’ve ever wondered how frostweed (Verbesina virginica) got its name, the recent ice and snow storm should have cleared that up.... Read More
For the Love of Trees: Winged Elm
Most often spotted near a water source, this Texas native, the winged elm, is certainly worth your attention. The Ulma alata grows... Read More
Protecting Golden-Cheeked Warbler Nesting Sites
The City of San Marcos received funding from the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service and Texas Parks and Wildlife to purchase some... Read More
January Moments of Nature
During this stressful time, we suggest getting outside to enjoy nature. The following images were taken by SMGA Board Member, Susan Hanson,... Read More