The Prize
Congratulations! Hays County now claims three Bird Cities: Dripping Springs, Wimberley, and San Marcos, raising the total to 15 Texas cities so far.

Places, Planning, and The Point
Folks from various organizations often cross-volunteer among multiple opportunities across the County. But the prestigious Bird City certification is granted to cities!

People, Projects, and Protection
Bird City Texas aims to restore habitats, increase native plants, increase public awareness, and promote environmental stewardship. See how Hays’ Bird Cities made it happen.

The Texas Hill Country’s storied natural landscapes, its birdsong mornings and starry nights, are a world disappearing. How much of our natural world will we leave to our children’s children?

These two large wading birds—Great Egret and Great Blue Heron—were not only tolerating one another but seemed to be working together. Is this unusual behavior?