Oyster populations are at historic lows, but the South Texas Coastal Initiative sees a solution in San Antonio restaurants.

These shells are collected and recycled through an oyster reef rehabilitation program.

Periodpalooza is taking place on Saturday to raise donations for period products.

San Antonio’s Parks and Recreation Department is gearing up for an exciting summer with its annual youth program, offering a variety of activities for children aged 6 to 14.

The City of San Antonio announced they are kicking off their 2025 Outdoor Film Series at Mission Marquee Plaza.

Families seeking ways to stay cool ahead of the triple-digit temperatures this week in San Antonio can turn to splash pads as a refreshing option.

The City of San Marcos is warning residents of a potential rabies exposure after a fox reportedly attacked multiple people in Purgatory Creek Natural Area.

Arboretum San Antonio unveiled its design plans to transition more than 200 acres of land on the Southeast Side into Texas’ second-largest arboretum.

Explore nature and wildlife at these programs throughout May.

This Mother’s Day weekend in San Antonio, families can celebrate the special day with a variety of events happening across the Alamo City.

Mike Crandall has been riding the waves of Medina Lake for more than three decades. And this summer, he said he plans to be out there every day he can.

The Nature Conservancy in Texas (TNC) and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) announced the purchase of a 671-acre property in West Texas near Big Bend National Park.

Boerne homeowner Brian Schewe relies on rainwater for his water needs, but has invested in an atmospheric water generator.

The San Antonio River Authority announced in a post on X that Trueheart Ranch Nature Park is temporarily closed due to recent vandalism.

Final design plans for Arboretum San Antonio, the city’s soon-to-be 200-acre-plus tree sanctuary, will be revealed during an event next weekend.

As Canyon Lake’s water level continues to drop, at least one business owner says there’s an upside.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) purchased 1,100 acres to create a new state park in Lampasas and Burnet Counties, according to a news release.

The City of San Antonio’s Park and Recreation Department is hosting an Earth Day event this weekend with tree and plant giveaways, according to a press release.

Medina Lake water levels are continuing to drop and officials are concerned that it could one day dry up completely.

Campers at Brackenridge Park had a soggy start to their Easter Sunday.

Even with a soggy start to Easter Sunday, families camping at Brackenridge Park said the weather won’t dampen their celebrations.

A popular Easter holiday tradition for many families in San Antonio is camping overnight at a city park.

On Sunday, the San Antonio River Authority hosted a new program at Trueheart Ranch Nature Park in southeast Bexar County called "Sun-Day."

It’s that time of year again: wildflower season is in full swing across Texas!

During the spring and summer, you may start to see a lot of animals, insects, and reptiles out and about.

Starting Friday, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) will supply lakes for catfish angling in the San Antonio area.

The San Antonio Marathon released its official course routes for the inaugural marathon and half marathon scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 7, a news release said.

A new statewide litter campaign aimed at cleaning watersheds is seeking volunteers for a slew of projects over the next two months, including one in San Antonio.

Get ready to have a slam-dunk of a time this weekend as the NCAA Men’s Final Four takes over downtown San Antonio.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department announced the opening of its 83rd paddling trail, this time coming to land near the Powderhorn Wildlife Management Area and State Park near Port O’Connor.

Whole Earth Provision Co., across its six stores, will collect donations for the state parks system during April for Texas State Parks Month.

KSAT was given a rare opportunity to rappel down into the Devil's Sinkhole near Rocksprings.

The Helotes Cornyval Festival is preparing to celebrate a landmark anniversary when it begins on Thursday, May 1.

New features have been added to two parks across San Antonio, the San Antonio Parks and Recreation department said in a social post.

A state Representative announced he is reversing course and will not pursue his own proposed legislation that would have dismantled the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

ASA Properties revealed plans to build a 65-acre park in New Braunfels set to break ground in the fall.

The San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department will host two free tree giveaway events in April.

The free annual event, which takes place between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Sunday, is organized by the YMCA of Greater San Antonio.

Hemisfair is holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony to unveil a new section of Civic Park that will feature gathering spaces and a walkway connecting Hemisfair to downtown.

After a lawmaker filed a bill to dismantle Texas Parks and Wildlife and reassign its responsibilities to three state agencies, the department said it is “proud of the important role” it serves.

Spring is in the air, and Mitchell Lake Audubon Center is ready to welcome nature lovers, bird enthusiasts, and families for a month filled with exciting outdoor experiences.

Spring break continues, and the historic San Antonio Missions encourage people to visit and take a walk.

San Antonio Spurs' forward Harrison Barnes and his wife, Brittany Barnes, unveiled a newly renovated basketball court at the Guadalupe Community Center.

Just in time for spring break, SeaWorld San Antonio has announced the opening of Rescue Jr., an all-new children’s play area in the park.

As part of the Trump administration’s federal budget cuts, the National Park Service (NPS) is facing significant reductions that could impact San Antonio’s historic missions, including the closure of the law enforcement facility at Mission San Jose.

This year, more than 3,000 volunteers came out across 23 different sites across San Antonio to clear trash out of rivers and waterways.

Families considering staying in town can take their kids to cool off and enjoy the San Antonio area splash pads.

Blue Hole Regional Park will see plenty of green thanks to funding from Hays County to support environmental education and conservation efforts at a future nature center.

People headed to the San Antonio Zoo during spring break will have to adhere to a one-way traffic plan around Brackenridge Park.

The San Antonio Water System (SAWS) is holding a free event on Saturday that will feature speaker sessions on gardening and how to be mindful about water use.

If you and your family are not traveling for spring break this year, don’t let that stop you from adventuring out in the city!

South Central Texas has been in drought conditions for over 1,280 days with new burn bans being implemented. Additionally, rivers and aquifers face historic lows before tubing season.

Here is a list of events the San Antonio Public Library is putting on for Spring Break.

Get ready to have a “shell of a time” in March as the eighth annual Big TX Fun Crawfish Boil Festival is returning this week.

With spring break kicking off around San Antonio next week, are you planning to travel or stay in town?

Dust churned by Tuesday’s high winds pushed air quality into poor conditions, leaving the San Antonio region’s sky hazy into Wednesday.

Lace up those running shoes because registration for the fourth annual Fiesta de los Spurs 5K run is now open, according to a team news release.

As San Antonio residents continue to experience gusty winds on Tuesday, some KSAT viewers have shared photos of the weather — and the damage left behind.

Love capturing the beauty of nature around the San Antonio River Basin? The San Antonio River Authority is hosting its eighth annual River Clicks Photo Contest for people who love to showcase the natural wonders around them.

Comal Conservation is a community response to the rapid development of subdivision replacing natural areas critical to water conservation and aquifers.

A recent investigation by the Texas Game Wardens has resulted in 22 suspects and approximately 1,200 total pending charges from across the state involved in a deer breeding industry and black-market wildlife trade, according to a news release.

San Antonio Parks and Recreation is hosting a summer job fair this Saturday for Aquatic and Summer Youth Program positions.

A new plant species has been discovered at Big Bend National Park, the park announced in a news release Monday.

When you think about Stone Oak, beautiful homes, rolling hills and increased traffic may come to mind. Medians probably don’t. They are, however, top of mind for many residents who call the sprawling neighborhood home.

Hemisfair will open a new section of Civic Park next month, offering new gathering spaces and a walkway connecting Hemisfair to downtown.

Swimming season is just a few weeks away, and a popular Hill Country spot is getting ready to welcome guests.

Thirty years ago, a tradition started in San Antonio — a weekend of volunteers putting on gloves and picking up trash around parks and waterways.

National Park Service officials announced on Friday that construction in Big Bend’s Chisos Basin area, initially scheduled for May, will now begin in July.

Even though February might not scream gardening season, it’s the perfect time to prepare your spring garden for a vibrant bloom.

Whether you're looking for romantic outings or live entertainment, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

The Dreamers Run Club's recent Valentine's Love Run brought together hundreds of fitness enthusiasts, with singles wearing black and those in relationships in red.

A humpback whale briefly swallowed a kayaker off Chilean Patagonia before quickly releasing him unharmed.

The San Antonio Zoo has been nominated for USA Today’s 2025 10Best Readers' Choice Awards for the second year in a row.

A visit to a local playground inspired a mother to spearhead a community effort to make the play areas at Boerne City Park more inclusive for children with disabilities, leading to significant renovations.

The bird flu has been confirmed in black vultures at Landa Park in New Braunfels, according to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

Weather in February can bring just about anything.

Get ready to jump for joy, San Antonio! The world’s largest bounce house is returning to the Alamo City this month.

Texas Game Wardens arrested three people after revealing an illegal hunting scheme, according to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

The free annual event is organized by the YMCA of Greater San Antonio. It turns city streets into a safe place for exercise and play.

Will you and your family be heading to any rodeo events? Submit photos to KSAT Connect!

The San Antonio River Authority announced that the closure is on the West Side of Pearl between Myrtle Street and the south bridge.

February is here, which means its time to go over all the exciting events happening in the Alamo City.

Two new pedestrian bridges opened at Pearl this week, marking the latest step in a larger expansion plan that aims to double the Pearl’s footprint.

A new state park is in the works for Burnet County. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department finalized the purchase of over 2,000 acres near Colorado Bend State Park.

This weekend, San Antonio is buzzing with excitement as it kicks off rodeo festivities and celebrates the start of Black History Month.

The San Antonio Botanical Garden is celebrating 45 years in the Alamo City with the announcement of Phase I of their Strategic Master Plan.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has released renderings of a new natural area just northwest of San Antonio that is set to open next year.

San Antonio is having its lowest mountain cedar season ever.

Move over, Pesto and Moo Deng. The internet has a new animal to swoon over.

South Central Texas is expecting a hard freeze early next week when the temperatures will likely be below or at freezing for several hours.

Oak trees are the backbone of South Central Texas, but neighborhoods like Live Oak, Shavano Park, Hollywood Park and the Hill Country are threatened by oak wilt.

San Antonio aquatic biologists found the first documented Guadalupe bass in a local creek.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has confirmed Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in domestic ducks from Austin.

At KSAT, promotions producer Alyssa Medina is restarting her running journey after putting it "on pause" during her pregnancy. Now in her second week of training, Alyssa says she is taking it slow and focusing on a 12-week training program designed specifically for postpartum runners.

The 38th-annual Martin Luther King, Jr. March and Celebration will return to the Alamo City.

KSAT talked to Dr. Timothy Palomera with Sports Medicine Associates about how you can get started safely and make sure you stick with your running journey throughout the year.

The San Antonio Botanical Garden will unveil its upcoming exhibition, “Reflections of Nature,” in March 2025.

The Enchanted Rock State Natural Area will double in size with a recent expansion by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

A new study from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi has revealed fentanyl and other pharmaceutical medications were found in common bottlenose dolphins along the Texas coastline.

The San Antonio Spurs teamed up with Bexar County to revitalize a park on the East Side.