Texas Land Conservancy

Texas Land Conservancy (TLC) is committed to safeguarding the land, water, and wildlife of Texas, protecting our state's natural heritage from the adverse impacts of land fragmentation and poorly planned development.

We also work to provide accessible natural areas across the state, but our most visited preserves are in north Texas.

Support TLC's North Texas Preserves

TLC owns and manages two nature preserves in north Texas that are accessible to the public – Oak Cliff Nature Preserve and Malone Preserve.

Oak Cliff Nature Preserve (OCNP) is a 120-acre wildlife sanctuary in the heart of Dallas, offering trails through diverse ecosystems where thousands of visitors each year come to connect with nature.

Malone Preserve, just outside Rio Vista, is a 145-acre landscape of woodlands, prairies, riparian bottomlands, and Nolan River frontage that provides vital wildlife habitat and welcomes visitors on the first weekend of each month.

North Texas Giving Day is the perfect opportunity for the community to support their local preserves. For example, with funds raised from last year’s 2024 North Texas Giving Day, donors made it possible for us to replace picnic tables, restore prairie areas, repair the parking lot fence, add new signage, and purchase tools for regular cleanups, maintenance, and restoration.

But if you’ve ever been to a local preserve, you know it takes a lot of work to keep it safe and accessible to visitors. So we have a whole new wish list to ensure our north Texas preserves remain vibrant and accessible spaces for everyone.

Every dollar makes a difference!

Our Vision for the Future: We are committed to enhancing our preserves' amenities and infrastructure, making them even better for the community to explore and enjoy. Your support will directly contribute to the following improvements:

• Maintain Prairie Areas: We aim to maintain the prairie ecosystems within the preserves, ensuring they continue to thrive and support local wildlife.
• Major/Minor Cleanups: Regular cleanups are essential to maintaining the beauty and ecological health of the preserve.
• Enhance Security: A secure and well-maintained parking area and entrance is crucial for visitor safety and convenience.
• New Bridges: Additional bridges at Malone Preserve will enhance the visitor experience by providing clear directions and safe passage.

Equipment Wish List: To accomplish these goals, we also need specific equipment and supplies. Your donations will help us acquire the following:

• Bridges: Including materials and labor. ($2,500)
• Security Camera: Including battery, SD card, subscription plan, and solar panel. ($500)
• Hand saws: 6 folding hand saws for maintenance and restoration work. View hand saw ($45/saw)
• Electric Chainsaw: Stihl Electric Chainsaw, batteries, spare chains and sharpening kit for maintenance and restoration work.  View chainsaw ($875)
• Trimmer: Stihl Trimmer with battery for maintenance and restoration work. View trimmer ($250)
• Clean-up Supplies: Essential items such as garbage bags, grabbers, gloves, bug spray, and sunscreen to support our volunteer efforts. ($250)

Join us this North Texas Giving Day as we work to raise $7,500 to support TLC's North Texas Preserves!

Your generosity makes a tangible difference in preserving and enhancing OCNP and Malone Preserve for generations to come. Every contribution helps us achieve our vision of thriving, accessible, and beautiful natural spaces in north Texas.

Donate Today!