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The Valley Land Fund is committed to educating the public about the importance of land conservation and protection of our natural resources.

VLF was founded by a dedicated group of local business owners and professionals who had a vision of preserving , expanding and enhancing native wildlife in the Rio Grande Valley. We use a number of tools for outreach and education purposes, with the most popular being our annual wildlife photo contest. The use of photography to educate citizens of our area is one of the most important aspects of o

ur approach to wildlife conservation. Through the use of award-winning images, we are able to make individuals, young and old, aware of our wonderful natural heritage and the existence of every species of plant and animal that is in jeopardy. Wildlife Photo Contest
Our wildlife photo contests and photography books have been wildly successful tools in our goal to promote native wildlife habitat conservation. The Valley Land Fund celebrates, endorses, and recognizes the power of wildlife photography and its importance to conservation. Private Landowners
Private Landowners play a crucial role in the conservation of wildlife in America today. Without their participation in conservation, entire ecosystems will be lost, never to be appreciated by future generations. The Valley Land Fund believes that wildlife conservation can best be promoted through sound economic incentives for private landowners to protect and enhance the diversity of habitats.

08/04/2026

We are excited to invite you, your family, and friends to a FREE evening celebration at Quinta Mazatlán on Thursday, August 13, at 7:00 p.m.☀📸

Join us for an evening featuring:
🦎 Urban Frontier Live Animal Presentation
☀ Children's Nature Photo Exhibit (every camper will have one photograph displayed)
🍃 Educational booths hosted by local naturalists
🍿 A screening of Deep in the Heart, the acclaimed documentary celebrating Texas wildlife
🌅 A slideshow of the children's photographs on the LED screen
📷 Youth Nature Photo Contest Awards Ceremony
🍨 Food trucks and family fun

We hope you will mark your calendar and join us for this special evening as we celebrate young nature photographers of the RGV and their creativity. ✨🌼

07/31/2026

🚨 Deadline Alert! 🚨

TODAY is your final day to enter the Southern Exposures Youth Nature Photo Contest!

📸 FREE for students ages 6–18
⏰ Entries due by MIDNIGHT
🌿 Submit at valleylandfund.com

Don’t miss your chance to shine! ✨

07/14/2026

Events happening this week at Quinta Mazatlan!
• Flashlight Nights - Tuesday
• Nature Discovery Camp: Geology Rocks - Tues - Fri
• Nature Discovery Camp: Camp Wonders of Wildlife - Tues - Fri
• Chicharra Fest - Thursday
• Summer Stewardship - Friday
• Youth Photography Workshop - Saturday
• Tai Chi Practice - Saturday
• Re-Use Pinhole Camera Workshop - Saturday
• Forest Tots - Saturday
• STEM Stop - Saturday
• Mothing by Moonlight - Saturday

07/07/2026

06/03/2026

📸🌿 Calling all young photographers!

The Southern Exposures Youth Nature Photo Workshop Series begins this Saturday at Quinta Mazatlán with professional wildlife photographer Ruth Hoyt.

Explore nature, build your photography skills, and get ready for this summer's photo contest!

📸 Ages 8–12 | 8:00–10:00 a.m.
📸 Ages 13–18 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

💲 Just $5

🎟 Register today:
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04/22/2026

Today is Earth Day. A moment to celebrate the land we all depend on.

But for those committed to conservation, every day is Earth Day.

At Valley Land Fund, caring for the land isn’t a once-a-year message—it’s a daily responsibility. It’s protecting native habitat, conserving open spaces, and working alongside landowners who steward the land with purpose.

Because conservation is about more than land—it’s about water, wildlife, and the future we leave behind.

Every acre protected. Every partnership built. Every generation inspired.

Today, we celebrate the Earth.
Tomorrow, we keep doing the work.

Because for conservation, every day is Earth Day.

04/13/2026

⭐ Station Sponsor Spotlight ⭐

A big THANK YOU to our Station Sponsors for supporting Pull for Conservation!

Your contributions help bring this event to life while supporting our mission to preserve, expand, and enhance native habitat in South Texas for future generations.

We appreciate each of you and your commitment to conservation! 💚

04/12/2026

💥 Shooting Sponsor Spotlight 💥

Thank you to our Shooting Sponsors:
Vantage Bank & Safeguard Insurance Agency (Mark Moseley)

Your support plays a vital role in making this event possible and advancing conservation efforts throughout our region.

We are grateful for your continued partnership! 🌿💚

04/11/2026

🎯 Ammo Sponsor Spotlight 🎯

Thank you to our incredible Ammo Sponsors:
1845 Wealth Management & Texas Farm Credit

Your support helps keep Pull for Conservation on target while directly supporting land conservation efforts across South Texas.

We truly appreciate your partnership! 🌿

04/10/2026

🌟 Champion Sponsor Spotlight 🌟

A huge THANK YOU to AEP Texas for leading the way as a Champion Sponsor of our Pull for Conservation!

Your support helps protect native habitat across South Texas while also investing in the next generation through conservation education.

We are grateful for your leadership and commitment to our community. 🌿💚

Address

2400 N 10th Street, Ste A
McAllen, TX
78501

Telephone

(956) 686-6429

Website

http://www.valleylandfund.com/

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