New Braunfels Conservation Society

09/02/2026

Did you know that mouthwash was invented in 1879? Odol mouthwash was invented in 1892 by Karl August Linger. Stop by to see a real Odol mouthwash holder!

09/01/2026

Hello September! Let's get this cooler weather going on!

08/29/2026

We stopped by 1845 Meat Co. and met their newest Weiner! He was so cute and the food was so yummy. Be sure to visit him today and say hi! 💜💜

08/26/2026

In honor of National Dog Day, stop by Conservation and say hi to our "dog" George.

08/25/2026

Wow! That's some cool New Braunfels history!

Long before true crime podcasts and Netflix documentaries, Texas had the Newton Boys.

The four brothers—Willis, Doc, Jess, and Joe Newton—became some of the most infamous outlaws of the 1920s, pulling off bank, train, and vault robberies across multiple states, including activity in places around Central Texas like New Braunfels, San Marcos, and Boerne.

What made their story especially unusual is that, despite the scale of their crimes, the Newton Boys were known for claiming they never killed anyone during their robberies. They relied on planning, speed, safe-cracking, and getaway cars rather than the kind of violence associated with many other outlaw gangs of the era.

Their legend has lived on through books, documentaries, and even a feature film, turning one of Texas’ strangest criminal chapters into a story people are still fascinated by today.

📸: The Digital Research Library of Illinois History Journal

08/21/2026

Attention!! Tickets for this year's Gala is now SOLD OUT!!! NOTE: Please be aware of scammers. THERE ARE NO EXTRA TICKETS, do not try to buy tickets from anyone stating that they have tickets to this event. We are trying to block the scammers but sometimes they get through.

08/18/2026

Invitations are in the mail! If you would like to buy tickets use the QR code or call the office at 830-629-2943

Only 100 tickets are available and we WILL SELL OUT!!

08/11/2026

This year's Gala will be here before you know it! Invitations are being sent out so be sure to look for yours in the mail! If you would like to be on the list to receive an invite and are not a member of Conservation Society, please call the office at 830-629-2943 so we can get your address.

08/07/2026

Congratulations for the well-deserved honor from the New Braunfels Foundation Trust! Benno Engel, Teresa Johnson, and David Lamon you are truly living legends.

Three New Braunfels residents have been named 2026 Living Legends of New Braunfels. Benno Engel, Teresa Johnson and David Lamon were announced Wednesday as this year’s award recipients.

08/06/2026

Although the Lindheimer House is currently closed for repairs, it's a great time to remember all of the awesome things that he did for New Braunfels!

Ferdinand Lindheimer is remembered as the Father of Texas Botany, but his impact on New Braunfels extended far beyond the plants that bear his name. In honor of the 220th anniversary of his birth, this look back explores how the German immigrant helped shape the city's early history as a botanist, guide, newspaper editor and conservation pioneer.