May 17

The Decline of America’s Pollinators (and what we can do about it)

Bees are in trouble. Within the Shoal Creek watershed, we should begin with restoring, propagating, conserving, and preserving wild habitat. We can help restore America’s declining pollinators as we restore Shoal Creek!

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May 15

Fail succeeds (with notes from the northwest)

Lake Fail is a product of Watershed Protection, created to detain the storm water that runs off of the various impermeable surfaces in that area. Lake Fail is also part of the headwaters of Shoal Creek. And, it is blooming with unexpected beauty.

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May 07

The 6th Street Bridge at Shoal Creek: A Historic Treasure

  Did you know that the West 6th Street Bridge over Shoal Creek is older than the Texas State Capitol Building? Built in 1887, this historic bridge is one of the state’s oldest masonry arches and located at the site…Read More

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May 03

Thorny and Prickled – the State Plant of Texas

Prickly pear, the official state plant of Texas, is spread throughout the Shoal Creek watershed. Though it can seem standoffish, this native Texas plant is worth preserving.

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May 01

Nature That You Meet When You’re Walking Along the Creek

We enjoy the best of both worlds. We live in one of the nation’s most vibrant cities, yet we are able to slip away to Shoal Creek to be restored and refreshed. We will continue enjoy these two worlds as long as we protect the safety and sanctity of the creek we love.

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