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Read Time: 4 Minutes Welcome to the San Antonio River Authority’s (River Authority) Basin Report Card series! The San Antonio River Basin Report Card is an annual assessment of twelve

Happy Arbor Day! Today is a day of observance where individuals are encouraged to plant trees and celebrate their many benefits. To celebrate, we’d like to introduce you to the

It’s officially Spring in Texas! It’s time to celebrate the arrival of many things: Fiesta® San Antonio, celebrations throughout our San Antonio River Basin communities, and the appearance of the

Whether you grew up in South Texas or are a recent transplant, it’s hard to miss the white fuzzy-looking patches on the prickly pear (Optuntia sp.). Crowned as the State

A familiar sight along the San Antonio River: a Neotropic Cormorant drying its feathers. There are many exciting opportunities to see unique creatures when exploring the banks of the San

A Northern mockingbird guards Yaupon Holly berries at the River Authority Main Office. All eyes were on birds last week, as enthusiasts around the Unites States completed the annual Christmas

We have recently fielded some questions from the public about the stem density removal work taking place along the Mission Reach of the San Antonio River Walk. Back in October

A rendering design based on the GI model for the City of San Antonio’s Windsor Park. Green infrastructure, which is a group of design practices that function like green space

LPA Studio parking lot with bioretention features               As part of our commitment to safe, clean, and enjoyable creeks and rivers the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) actively promotes the

Bioswale feature at Urban at Olive subdivision in San Antonio. The untreated rainwater that goes into storm drains and directly to area creeks and rivers is known as stormwater runoff.

Alerts

Stem Density Efforts

Please be advised that trails near the Confluence Park and Conception Park area will be temporarily closed due to ongoing Stem Density efforts. We appreciate your cooperation and ask that you remain mindful of workers and closures when in the vicinity. Thank you for your patience as we work to improve our natural spaces!

 

SASPAMCO Paddling Trail Temporarily Closed

Staff have removed two large log jams just downstream of Helton Nature Park, keeping the southern portion of the SASPAMCO Paddling Trail temporarily closed. Staff are working to contact adjacent landowners to support a land-based removal solution.

SASPAMCO Paddling Trail

The SASPAMCO paddling trail is open from River Crossing Park to Helton Nature Park.
*Please Note: Paddling Trail from Helton Nature Park to HWY 97 is still closed due to blockages. 

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