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.
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.
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!
Preserving A Natural Gem: Uniting to Conserve Taylor Bayou Forest
Read more about ensuring the permanent protection of the largest remaining natural forest in La Porte, Texas
1,766 Acres of Hill Country Habitat Protected Forever
Thanks to the landowner’s dedicated stewardship and restoration efforts, this expansive property is TLC’s most recent conservation success.
A New Chapter for the 9,269-acre Christmas Mountains Preserve
In partnership with The Conservation Fund and the Texas State University System, TLC has added this special preserve to our protected properties portfolio.
204 Acres of Texas Blackland Prairie Protected Forever
This habitat for many unique and imperiled plants is TLC’s most recent conservation success.
411 Acres of North Texas Rangeland and Wildlife Habitat Protected Forever!
Another conservation success in this special part of the state where the Cross Timbers and Blackland Prairie regions merge.
2,257 More Acres of Hill Country Landscape Protected Forever
A trio of new Texas Hill Country area conservation easements are part of TLC’s many recent successes.
6,322 Acres of Rangeland and Wildlife Habitat Protected Forever!
Another conservation success in this special part of the state where the Cross Timbers and Blackland Prairie regions merge.
Bringing Back Tanglewood Prairie
Our goal is to make sure the prairie at Tanglewood Preserve remains intact.
For the Good of the Prairie: Burn Baby Burn
In mid-April TLC had the opportunity to witness our 9-acre unplowed coastal prairie, Marysee Prairie undergo a prescribed burn.
ONEOK Improves Accessibility at TLC’s Ivy Payne Preserve
A new partner in conservation yields big infrastructure improvements for TLC’s East Texas Preserve!