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Liza “Lisa” Barratachea was born and raised in San Antonio. Before graduating from Texas A&M University in College Station, she attended St. Paul’s Catholic School and Providence High School. She

As the year draws to a close, the River Foundation is taking a moment to celebrate the successes of 2024. With your support, we’ve been able to launch innovative programs,

Cheers were heard all around on Friday, November 15th as the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) and the San Antonio River Foundation (River Foundation) celebrated their hardworking volunteers at

Did you know that December 5 is celebrated around the globe as World Soil Day? Join us as we journey into the vast, incredibly important world of soils, and how

This series provides readers the opportunity to learn about the unique insight and experiences of the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) Board of Directors and their personal connection to

The holiday season is upon us and the San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) would like to invite you to some magical opportunities to help you get into the holiday

Hello blog readers! The San Antonio River Authority (River Authority) has long been dedicated to preserving and protecting the health of the San Antonio River and the entire 4,180 square

Welcome to the Creative Currents series! Public art, cultural programming, and artistic design enhancements express what is authentic about today’s culture and explore the historical significance of area waterways through

The Westside Creeks Ecosystem Restoration Project is a community-initiated restoration effort for the network of creeks on San Antonio’s Westside. The project’s focus is to restore 11 miles of the

If you attended the 9th Annual Monarch Butterfly and Pollinator Festival, you may have noticed some people walking around covered in trash while picking up litter. Your eyes weren’t deceiving

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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