News and Events

The pandemic notwithstanding, 2020 was a good year for collaboration between SMGA and Texas State University. It marked both the completion of the inaugural SMGA... Read More

The annual San Marcos Christmas Bird Count isn’t an official SMGA event, but it’s nonetheless one that many of our members enjoy. Spearheaded by Rebekah... Read More

The monthly bird walks began the year strong with a visit to the SMRF East Side Preserve in January and 26 guests coming out to the... Read More

One of the most impressive and visible accomplishments of SMGA in 2020 was the completion of Matilda, as the bridge in Lower Purgatory is known.... Read More

The San Marcos Greenbelt Alliance would not exist if not for its committed volunteers.  Many who do volunteer find it rewarding and fun, a cool... Read More

In February, Team Flora was created as a subsidiary of the Trail Crew to work specifically on restoration where invasive plants have been removed. Unfortunately,... Read More

During this stressful time, we suggest getting outside to enjoy nature. The following images were taken by SMGA Board Member, Susan Hanson, while enjoying Upper... Read More

Whether it was SMGA members asking everyone they know to vote, or the impressive materials submitted for the award, or simply good karma, SMGA defeated... Read More

Take a walk along any of our Hill Country rivers or creeks and you will certainly encounter more than a few native pecan, Carya illinoinensis.... Read More