News and Events

At first glance, “Tech on the Trails: Engaging Kids on Hiking Trails Using Technology” seems like a real contradiction. Don’t we head out to natural... Read More

One of the most anticipated signs of spring is the blooming of the Texas mountain laurel, which grows in abundance in our thin, rocky soil.... Read More

During Golden Cheeked Warbler nesting season, some trails are closed March 1 – May 31. Please observe these trail closures and practice common sense, good... Read More

Board members Diane Phalen and Susan Hanson represented SMGA at the Texas Civics Ambassadors Program at First Lutheran Church on Friday, March 6. Organized by... Read More

The SMGA Trail Crew was joined on March 7 by a crew from the Central Texas Trail Tamers (CTTT) to tackle a challenging portion of... Read More

If you’ve been on the SMGA Facebook page, or you’re an SMGA member or a visitor peeking in, you’ve already decided that being outdoors is... Read More

We all love Spring rains and the plethora of wildflowers that color our natural areas. However, too much water can cause problems on the trails.... Read More

The San Marcos Greenbelt Alliance held an eight-hour training class on safe use of chainsaws on Friday, January 17. The class was taught by Texas... Read More

The San Marcos Greenbelt Alliance works at improving the landscapes in the natural areas by planting trees and native grasses, and removing invasive plants. Unfortunately,... Read More