TLC Stories
Land conservation is not just about dots on a map and acres in a database. TLC staff, board, donors, partners, and supporters have experienced the impacts of land conservation first hand and their stories help connect us to the land, water, and wildlife we all love. If you have a story you would like to share with us, please email info@texaslandconservancy.org.
Birding for Conservation
From memorable bird sightings to the landscapes they explored, staff from each TLC Birdathon team reflect on the moments that stood out most during our first-ever Birdathon.
1,735 Acres of Golden-Cheeked Warbler Habitat Protected Forever
Read more about the permanent protection of Festina Lente Ranch in Bandera County and Danner Ranch in Real County.
310 Acres of Working Lands Protected Forever
Read more about the permanent protection of Svoboda Preserve and BarD Ranch in Bastrop and Caldwell Counties.
357 Acres of Wetlands and Grasslands Protected Forever
Read more about the permanent protection of La Paloma Ranch in Hays County.
1,904 Acres of Medina River Watershed Protected Forever
Read more about the permanent protection of Highland Trails Ranch in Kerr County.
From Gloom to Bloom: The Importance of Fire on Marysee Prairie
Explore the role of prescribed burns in sustaining prairies and the difference they make at TLC’s Marysee Prairie.
123 Acres of Urban Sanctuary Protected Forever
Read more about the permanent protection of Meandering Trails Preserve in Collin County.
163 Acres of Forested Wetlands Protected Forever
Read more about the permanent protection of Antioch Sanctuary in Shelby County.
A New Era for Los Rincones Preserve
Read more about how TLC is enhancing accessibility and creating new opportunities for visitors to explore Los Rincones Preserve in Kerrville.
935 Acres of Brazos River and Lake Granbury Protected Forever
Read more about the permanent protection of Ark II, a wildlife sanctuary just north of Granbury, TX.
95 Acres of Golden-cheeked Warbler Habitat Protected Forever
Read more about the permanent protection of East Verde Creek in Bandera County.
4,423 Acres of Devils River Watershed Protected Forever
Read more about the permanent protection of Agave Canyons Ranch in Val Verde County.
Dead Trees Provide New Life
While it may be disheartening to see the beautiful old oaks and the tall pines fall, there are some ecological benefits.
Fall Flowers are in Bloom
Read more about the flowers that provide a pop of color to our sometimes-dreary Fall landscape.
Texas: Diverse AND Unique
Only four ecoregions in the Lower 48 states are fully contained within a single state, and Texas has two of them…
A Spotlight on the New “Only in Texas” Featured Plants
Read more about the five plants that we chose to capture the essence of Texas' botanical diversity.
128 Acres of Hill Country Habitat and History Protected Forever
Read more about this crucial habitat for Black-capped Vireo that also boasts archaeological treasures!
Espada Nature Park: Expanding Conservation and Community Engagement
A look into the plans for the 379-acre stretch of protected land in San Antonio.
Ensuring Water Access: A Conservation Effort at Pike Davis Ranch
Read more about this project to develop small animal ramps to support wildlife during drought.
329 Acres of Habitat and History Protected Forever
An exciting conservation success and living testament to the interconnectedness of history and ecology during this period of rapid growth in the Texas Hill Country.