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5 Ways to See Texas on Two Wheels
Written by Jenny Burden, Program Manager, Texan by Nature For this Texan, there aren’t many better ways to enjoy the outdoors than on two wheels. Cycling culture in Texas grows year after year and bikes offer Texans a fun way to stay in shape and explore the outdoors in meaningful ways with friends and family.… Read More
5 Ways to Reduce Your Waste
Written by Cat Hickox, Social Media & Marketing Intern, Texan by Nature Have you ever found yourself wanting to live more sustainably but unsure of where to start? You’re not alone. Our earth is more represented than ever, in the news, in media, on product packages… It’s easy to feel energized toward the movement of… Read More
Constructing a Legacy of Conservation – Interview with Sundt Construction
If there’s one thing that Texas businesses know how to do, it’s get the job done. At Texan by Nature (TxN), there’s nothing we love more than seeing industry leaders making strides in both their craft and in conservation as part of their company’s culture. With only weeks to go until the TxN 20 submission… Read More
What Makes Me Texan by Nature – Austin Sankey
Freezing nights, blazing fires, and the ones I hold closest to my heart: the key ingredients for epic tales of the past, present, and future to be spun on the shores of our beloved lake Travis, deep within the heart of Texas. Our innocent, sweet laughter crackled like the amber firewood that we huddled… Read More
What Makes Me Texan by Nature – Missy Almgren
Texas has always been a special place for me. Austin has been and always will be my home. I was born here and have grown up here my whole life. I love everything from the music, the food, the bluebonnets, the lake, and the amazing sunsets. Ever since I was a child I’ve always been… Read More
What Makes Me Texan by Nature – Abby Rodgers
Texas summer nights have been my favorite time of the year since I was a kid. When the hot sun is going down and hearing the cicadas buzzing all around me is one of the most relaxing moments, as long as a mosquito isn’t biting me. Growing up in Dallas there weren’t as many nature… Read More
What Makes Me Texan by Nature – Cat Hickox
Born in Austin and raised in Dallas, I’ve spent most of my life waiting to leave Texas. As a kid, when visiting other states, I was frequently asked what I named the horse that I rode to school and I felt embarrassed when my cousins up north drew attention to my use of “y’all.” My… Read More
What Makes Me Texan by Nature – Meagan Doyle
Growing up, I was rarely exposed to simple conservation practices: recycling, saving water, energy consumption. Unfortunately, this is common for many people in America, or if they are, they believe that it doesn’t directly affect them, or that if *one* person doesn’t practice conservation, it won’t make a huge difference. However, this is the huge… Read More
Your Link in the Chain – Beyond the Core Offering – TxDOT
On Ocotober 29, Carlos Swonke, Director of Environmental Affairs at TxDOT presented at Texan by Nature’s first annual Conservation Wrangler Summit & Celebration at the George W. Bush Presidential Center in Dallas, Texas. This important event brought together over 200 Texas leaders to engage in a thought-provoking summit exploring the beneficial connection between conservation and business. The event… Read More
Conservation Wrangler Summit & Celebration Opening Plenary Pt. 2 – Tina Buford
On October 29, Texan by Nature and our founder, Mrs. Laura Bush hosted the first annual Conservation Wrangler Summit and Celebration. This important event brought together over 200 Texas leaders to engage in a thought-provoking summit exploring the beneficial connection between conservation and business. The event culminated in a gourmet meal and celebration of the… Read More