Texas Land Conservancy

From sunrise adventures and memorable bird sightings to the landscapes they explored, TLC staff from our East Texas, North Texas, and Hill Country teams share their favorite moments from the first-ever TLC Birdathon.

Explore highlights from each team’s experience birding across more than 3,000 acres of TLC-protected land and meet some of the remarkable bird species found across Texas’s diverse landscapes: www.texaslandconservancy.org/tlc-stories/birding-for-conservation-2026
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🦅Just two hours in nature each week can improve your health—but only if nature is there to welcome you. Join TLC with $40 membership and give back to nature! www.texaslandconservancy.org/summer-2026-become-a-member

Did you know old tires were once thought to help prevent erosion along rivers and creeks? Many landowners even used them to build fence crossings across waterways. Today, we know tires can negatively impact river ecosystems and water quality.

For the past 9 years, Little L Ranch, a TLC protected property, has hosted the Annual Brazos River Cleanup, bringing together Texas Master Naturalists and community volunteers to help protect the Brazos River. 💧🛶

On May 16, our North Texas Program Director, Jack, joined volunteers in removing 175 tires from the river system! Thank you to everyone helping keep the Brazos clean and healthy.