You are invited to take part in this ground-breaking event to discuss, enjoy and support prairie conservation in North Texas. Experts from the private, urban planning, and natural resources sectors will engage in a broader conversation about how open spaces and prairies could coexist with regional urban development. Read more »
Our diverse, native prairies are in danger of disappearing as an ecosystem. Yet, they grow food for many of our insect species. Not only do prairies provide nectar and pollen from wildflowers, they provide shelter and nesting places. Read more »
TAKE ACTION! The nation’s wildlife has been in crisis for a decade or more with one-third of species facing an elevated risk of extinction. The bipartisan Recovering America’s Wildlife Act promises to transform area nature enterprises and spaces—if we act NOW. Read more »
Join Dwayne Estes online Wednesday June 22.  Dwayne will discuss the fascinating story of how Southeastern grasslands fueled America’s westward migration. The Southeastern Grasslands Initiative is working to rebuild these lost grasslands, across a 24-state region, including eastern Texas. Read more »
Thank you to everyone who joined us in person or in spirit for “Twilight on the Prairie!” It was a lovely, though slightly windy evening at Lawther-Deer Park Prairie. Read more »
In case you haven’t received our spring newsletter, you can download a pdf of it here. Become a member or donor and you will automatically receive the print newsletter! Read more »
Check out the woman behind our website! Longtime NPAT member Lisa Spangler is multi-talented and wears lots of hats here and there. Read more »
While 2021 was still a year of challenges, it was also a time of tremendous growth for NPAT. Thanks to our members, donors and staff for helping us with this process. Here’s a snapshot of some events from the past year. Read more »
Location: Travis CountyRegion: Texas Hill Country/Blackland PrairieSize: 150 acresOwnership: Owned by NPAT with conservation easement held by City of Austin Wildlands Department In early 2020, NPAT was contacted about a potential conservation project. We then contacted Candice Allmand, Executor of the Caroline Dowell Estate Trust to get more information. In Read more…
In case you haven’t received our fall newsletter, you can download a pdf of it here. Check out the latest at NPAT and join us this fall! Read more »