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.
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.
624 More Acres of Wildlife Habitat Protected Forever
Read more about this important conservation success in the face of North Texas’s rapid expansion of development.
350 More Acres of Rolling Savanna and Riparian Forest Protected Forever
Learn more about the donation of the first privately held conservation easement in Hamilton County.
A Day at Banita Creek Preserve
70 volunteers removed invasive species and cleared trash from our forested preserve in Nacogdoches, Texas.
Passing the Torch: 19 Properties Officially Transferred to Texas Land Conservancy
TLC’s newest board member shares with you a significant milestone in the ongoing journey of conservation in Texas.
Two Generations of Learning on the Land
TLC Landowner Mike Murphy and TLC board member Michaela McCown look back on the natural heritage of their family ranch, Los Madrones in the Hill Country.
Giving “Tools” Day
Having the right tools allows TLC to work faster, better, and more efficiently. Donate today!
Three Miles of Colorado River Protected Forever
Two tracts of the historic Tait Ranch join our growing list of permanently protected properties!
Creepy Critters, Spooky Species, and Other Misunderstood Texas Wildlife
It’s natural to fear some creatures, but they all play an important role in our ecosystem and world.
Texas Native Plant Week
In 2009, the Texas Legislature designated the third week in October as Texas Native Plant Week