News and Events

We were disappointed to read that the Hays County commissioner’s court has ended its formal association with Envision Central Texas (http://www.newstreamz.com/2011/06/15/county-drops-support-for-envision-central-texas/). We have included information... Read More

Peaceful Pond by Herb Smith (taken at Spring Lake Preserve) SMGA has had many meetings, discussions, and phone calls with elected officials and staff regarding... Read More

It’s tough to imagine being a pioneer when this nation was just beginning and the North American landscape was cloaked in thick ancient forests. Navigation... Read More

Photo ©TPW With all of the recent focus on Spring Lake Preserve, you may be wondering what a Golden-cheeked Warbler looks like. Here’s a photo... Read More

My daughter is home from college looking for a job and getting reacquainted with other young adults she hasn’t seen for a while. Standing in... Read More

Water flows at Ringtail Ridge after heavy rains Our local natural areas benefited from the 3″ of rain that fell June 22nd, but no rain... Read More

Despite the rain, severe drought conditions continue. Call the city hotline 393-8360 if you see violations of current stage 2 water restrictions (http://www.ci.san-marcos.tx.us/departments/www/DroughtResponse.htm). FacebookGoogle+LinkedinTwitterMore

Purgatory Creek Natural Area Thanks once again to cartographer Kenny Skrobanek, who has been working closely with members of SMGA’s stewardship and outreach committees, you’ll... Read More

SMGA Events Monday, July 11: Naturescapes Photo Contest Entry Deadline This year the Hays County Chapter of the Texas Master Naturalists is joining the Hill... Read More