SMGA News: April-May 2024
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ADDRESSING STORM DAMAGE Like many parts of San Marcos, the natural areas suffered extensive damage from the storm that hit the city... Read More
Trail Notes: Stalking the Woolly Bear
It felt like an invasion: Fuzzy black caterpillars seemed to be affixed to every stalk of blue curls in my garden. Suddenly,... Read More
Rescuing Wildlife
It’s a common problem this time of year: A bird crashes into a window, or an injured animal appears in the backyard.... Read More
My Getaway: A Conversation with Cindy D’Anton
Cindy was born in Tyler, Texas, but moved around to different states. Ultimately, her family settled in Houston, where she received her... Read More
“Limestone Link” Proposed
Reprinted from the San Antonio Express-News, May 15, 2024 Hikers will be able to walk — by next March at the latest — from... Read More
Ecotherapy: Finding Healing in Nature
Ecotherapy is nothing new. For example, I know that I can sit inside, working on my computer for just so long. At... Read More
Eco-Friendly Strategies for Bug-Free Hikes
By Alison Doyle Lawnstarter, Austin We’ve all heard the old Boy Scouts’ adage that it’s important we leave nature a little... Read More
20th Annual Naturescapes Photography Contest & Exhibition
The unique beauty of San Marcos’s natural areas inspired the first Naturescapes Photography Contest 20 years ago. The contest and exhibit’s goals... Read More
SMGA Celebrates 25 Years!
“I am so proud of the work you do to protect open space and the quality of life of those living in... Read More
Moments of Nature: March 2024
Photos by Susan McGee