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BY THALIA GUZMAN
Youth programs like discovery trunks provide hands on lessons about natural resources and animals.
The Texas Wildlife Association is a nonpro t organization committed to conserving wildlife, land and hunting heritage.
PHOTOS COURTESY TEXAS WILDLIFE ASSOCIATION
Local group advocates for wildlife, land protection
The Texas Wildlife Association o ers youth and adult hunting programs focused on ethical hunting practices.
to teach youth and adults about natural resources, wildlife and ethical hunting. Each year, the TWA hosts youth hunts across the state to learn about ethical hunting practices and a variety of species. The TWA o ers more than 10 statewide programs of teacher workshops with indoor and outdoor activities for grades K-8. “Teachers can watch their students learn about di erent ecosystems and integrate into their science lessons,” Sche er-Geeslin said. Learn more Through adult education, the TWA hosts a number of conventions and programs covering information on land management, agricultural practices, operating ranch equipment, and more.
Since it was formed in 1985, the New Braunfels- based nonpro t organization Texas Wildlife Association has committed to conserving wildlife, private lands and hunting heritage. “With 95% of Texas being privately owned, the Texas Wildlife Association emphasizes the critical role of landowners in stewardship,” said Kassi Sche er-Geeslin, director of youth education for the organization. “Our mission is serving wildlife and its habitat, while protecting private lands.” The speci cs According to Sche er-Geeslin, private landown- ers play an important role as stewards of natural resources in Texas. Through education, land owners across the state volunteer their properties
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