The Watershed Association proudly supports the recently filed legislation (HB 3165, HJR 138, SB 2485) to create a much-needed statewide Land and Water Conservation Fund. Staff joined dozens of partner organizations through Texas Land Trust Council’s Advocacy Day at the State Capital on March 1. The partners were able to meet with Senators and Representatives … Continue reading Legislation Filed: Texas Land and Water Conservation Fund
While we have been protecting Texas land and water for over 25 years through shaping public policy, land and water stewardship, education, and conservation, this year we are celebrating a new era of advocacy that includes the language of expression, through the Art4Water Program. Art4Water increases support for Texas Water by hosting experiences, events and initiatives … Continue reading Art4Water Sponsorship Invitation
We are thrilled to share our brand-new logo and brochure with you! As we deepen and expand our programming for Art4Water and revitalize the Brewshed Alliance, we continue our ongoing work in the primary impact areas of land and water conservation, educating and inspiring stewardship both locally in Wimberley and across the region. Our … Continue reading The Watershed Association – New Logo and Brochure
With a booming population and limited natural resources, there is a clear need for conservation in the Hill Country. As a member of the Texas Hill Country Conservation Network, the Watershed Association has been working with other member organizations to develop a Natural Infrastructure Plan that documents community priorities related to parks, open spaces, agricultural … Continue reading Texas Hill Country Land, Water, and Natural Infrastructure Plan Survey
Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association (TESPA) has issued a notice of intent to take legal action protesting the proposed Far South Mining LLC TCEQ permit to stop the proposed quarry and rock crushing plant on the Needmore Ranch. The Watershed Association has a long history of collaborating and supporting TESPA through the Water Protectors Fund, … Continue reading TESPA Initiates Legal Action to Protect Water & Endangered Species