Texas Gulf Region CWMA

Texas Gulf Region CWMA Conservation partnership to address invasive Brazilian peppertree on the Texas coast

šŸŒæšŸ“ Last week we had an incredible evening at Eat the Invasives! šŸ“šŸŒæWhat a night! Our community showed up, dug in, and ate...
11/22/2025

šŸŒæšŸ“ Last week we had an incredible evening at Eat the Invasives! šŸ“šŸŒæ

What a night! Our community showed up, dug in, and ate the problem ā€” literally. From fried lionfish to grilled Asian tiger prawns to those unforgettable nilgai meatballs in a delicious Brazilian peppercorn sauce, every dish helped shine a light on how invasive species impact our Coastal Bend ecosystems.

A huge thank-you to FINS Grill and Icehouse for hosting the event! Thank you also to everyone who joined us, asked great questions, and helped spread awareness about protecting our native species. Events like this prove that learning about the environment can be delicious, eye-opening, and a whole lot of fun.

Together, we can make a difference ā€” one (invasive) bite at a time! šŸ¦šŸŸšŸŒ±

11/07/2025

Hello everyone! We are hosting a complimentary event this upcoming Tuesday (11/11/25), and we cordially invite your attendance! The event features a buffet of invasive species, accompanied by educational insights. To RSVP, please utilize the link provided, and we look forward to seeing you there!

Donā€™t worry guys, the thrips donā€™t ACTUALLY carry lightsabers. ( We should get to work on fixing that though) ---- ...
09/19/2025

Donā€™t worry guys, the thrips donā€™t ACTUALLY carry lightsabers. ( We should get to work on fixing that though)
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Come check us out at the Padre Island Farmers Market! Here until 7 at 14353 Commodores Dr, North Padre Island
08/21/2025

Come check us out at the Padre Island Farmers Market! Here until 7 at 14353 Commodores Dr, North Padre Island

08/10/2025

Let me tell you something!!
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Iā€™ve seen a lot of people questioning why invasive species are something to be removed! So here is a simplistic explanat...
08/05/2025

Iā€™ve seen a lot of people questioning why invasive species are something to be removed! So here is a simplistic explanation of why invasive species are NOT what we want around! Feel free to ask any questions!
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Come check us out for free merch at the Padre Island Farmers market until 7pm! Located at WhiteCap North Padre Island!
07/17/2025

Come check us out for free merch at the Padre Island Farmers market until 7pm! Located at WhiteCap North Padre Island!

03/04/2025

Happy World Wildlife Day!šŸŒŽ

Today, we're rolling out the green carpet for all the amazing creatures that share our planet! From the majestic whooping cranes to the wily raccoons, it's time to celebrate our wild neighbors and the important roles they play in our ecosystems.

Why We šŸ’š Wildlife:
šŸ¦‹ Biodiversity is the Spice of Life: Just like a good taco, nature is best when it's packed with a variety of flavors (or in this case, species)!
šŸ¦… Wildlife: The Original Influencers: Before hashtags, animals were out there influencing entire ecosystems. Who wouldn't want to follow a hawk's lead?
šŸ¬ Nature Needs a Voice (and Some Love): Let's be real-without wildlife, our selfies at the beach would just be pictures of sand. We need those dolphins photobombing our shots!

Let's make some noise for our feathered, furry, and finned friends today. Give a high-paw to wildlife, and remember: every day is a good day to appreciate the wild side of life!



šŸ“ø: Photo collage of various wildlife seen at the refuge by Viv Atkinson/USFWS. Photos provided by photographers Melissa Zieschang, John Olson, and Kevin Sims.

Yesterday we faced the freezing temperatures and planted 17 native trees at the Port Aransas Community Park!We have done...
02/21/2025

Yesterday we faced the freezing temperatures and planted 17 native trees at the Port Aransas Community Park!

We have done invasive removal work all around the park, and are replacing the invasive with natives! We planted Live oak, yaupon holly, and wax myrtle.

Thank you to everyone who volunteered and came out to help! Remember to remove invasive, and plant native!

šŸŒ±Plant NativešŸŒ±Here's why you should plant native species:ā€¢Supports Local Wildlife & Biodiversityā€¢Conserves Water & Reduc...
02/04/2025

šŸŒ±Plant NativešŸŒ±

Here's why you should plant native species:

ā€¢Supports Local Wildlife & Biodiversity
ā€¢Conserves Water & Reduces Maintenance
ā€¢Prevents the Spread of Invasive Species
ā€¢Improves Soil Health & Erosion Control
ā€¢Enhances Pollination & Agriculture
ā€¢Increases Resilience to Climate Change
ā€¢Preserves Cultural & Historical Heritage
ā€¢Reduces the Need for Chemical Use

Here are some Coastal Bend Natives and the beautiful species that they attract!

Texas Ebony- butterflies, bees, doves

Anacua- Greenjays, Mockingbirds, butterflies

Texas Persimmonn-Raccoons, opossums, foxes, deer

Turk's Cap-Hummingbirds, butterflies

Prickly Pear Cactus-Javelinas, tortoises, cactus wrens
Milkweed-Monarch butterflies, bees

Remember to always do your research before planting, remove invasives and plant natives!

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