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 UPDATE: Boardwalk Trail Project in the Native Prairie Preserve

The .3-mile trail now has all concrete in place. Railings and benches have been installed in the viewing and resting areas. Tree trunk seats have been positioned in the outdoor classroom. Grading along the trail is complete, and seeding and replanting in areas affected by construction are underway. This will be followed by the installation of educational and directional signage in the coming weeks. 

Shout out to Troop 99 scouts who came out to the Preserve on Saturday, March 28th, to help with some final tasks: they moved the tree-trunk seats into place at the outdoor classroom, spread mulch in a forested area, and did litter pickup.

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Explore the many ways you can support Willow Waterhole and help make a lasting impact where nature and community thrive. 

Supporting Willow Waterhole
goes beyond one-time
donations. From monthly
giving and employer match
programs to legacy gifts,
in-kind donations, and even
sponsorships, there are many ways to make a lasting difference. Every contribution, big or small, helps us protect this 291-acre urban oasis for wildlife, recreation, and the community. 

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Welcome Our New
Team Member:
Austin Perez

We’re proud to welcome Austin Perez as a full-time member of the Willow Waterhole Greenspace Conservancy team! Austin brings a strong background in environmental education, community programming, and a deep personal commitment to connecting people with the outdoors.

Austin earned his Bachelor’s degree in Marine Biology from Texas A&M University at Galveston in 2018. Following graduation, he worked with the Galveston Bay Foundation as an environmental educator, where he inspired others to learn about and protect our coastal ecosystems.

After bravely overcoming leukemia, Austin continued his journey in conservation by joining the Student Conservation Association (SCA) as an intern. Through this experience, he further developed his skills in stewardship and community engagement, eventually leading him to WWGC.

During his time with the Conservancy, Austin has already made a meaningful impact by organizing Family Fishing Clinics, helping introduce community members of all ages to the joys of fishing and the importance of local aquatic ecosystems.

Now serving in a full-time role, Austin is excited to continue expanding programs, supporting volunteers, and creating opportunities for the community to connect with nature.

“I’m extremely grateful to be here and to do this work. I’m excited to keep building programs that bring people together outdoors and make a lasting impact.” - Austin

Please join us in celebrating Austin’s journey and welcoming him to the WWGC team!

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