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Congratulations to Allie Biedenharn on being named Executive Director of Texas Brigades! Texas Brigades "We are excited for Allie to join Texas Brigades as we continue to build on the foundation of two generations of conservation leaders in every community. These leaders are greatly needed today as people are more separated from the land than ever before, and Allie is uniquely qualified to lead Texas Brigades with the challenges and opportunities that lay ahead," said CEO of Texas Brigades, Jeff Petter. As a former member of the East Foundation family, we're excited to see Allie leading an organization dedicated to empowering youth with conservation leadership skills. Her commitment to developing the next generation of conservation ambassadors aligns perfectly with Texas Brigades' mission. Here's to the next chapter! 🌿 https://ow.ly/kQxY50UzzZF

As we welcome 2025, we’re proud to reflect on a year of advancing land stewardship in South Texas. Our team on the ranches worked through challenging conditions, from managing spring and fall calving herds to securing water resources and implementing critical wildfire mitigation measures. Through it all, they demonstrated unwavering dedication. Our scientists made significant breakthroughs across multiple research initiatives, including wildlife conservation and population dynamics, grazing interactions, fire ecology, and more. Their impact will be long-lasting and extend far beyond our fence lines. Meanwhile, our education programs reached thousands of students through Behind the Gates Field Days, Classroom Lessons, and our Land Stewardship Ambassadors program. They continue to connect students with the land and inspire the next generation of conservation leaders. Through our ranching, science, and education work, we demonstrate how sound land management practices create lasting benefits for all of Texas. Here’s to advancing land stewardship together in 2025. Happy New Year from all of us at East Foundation!

🦌 Wildlife Watch: White-tailed Deer Breeding Season December brings increased deer activity across our ranches as breeding season peaks in South Texas. During this time, bucks actively pursue does and compete with other males, making them more visible across the landscape. Did you know? Bucks can lose up to 20-30% of their body weight during the rut - they're so focused on breeding that they rarely stop to eat. Due to hormonal changes, their necks can also swell up to 50% larger than usual. Be on the lookout for classic rut behaviors: bucks making scrapes on the ground, rubbing their antlers on trees, and following does with their necks stretched out low to the ground. #WildlifeWednesday #WhitetailDeer #SouthTexas #Ranching #WildlifeScience #EastFoundation

The greatest gifts are the ones we preserve for future generations. This Christmas, we're thankful for the opportunity to continue our mission of advancing land stewardship through ranching, science, and education in South Texas. Merry Christmas from East Foundation! 🎄

Our valued partner, Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute-Texas A&M University Kingsville, recently published an important piece highlighting a landmark achievement in conservation history: South Texas' designation as the first National Legacy Landscape for Northern Bobwhite Conservation. This recognition, awarded by the Northern Bobwhite Conservation Initiative, celebrates our region's unique role in preserving one of America's most iconic species.   At East Foundation, our commitment to Northern Bobwhite conservation is demonstrated through our dedicated research projects and land stewardship practices. Wild bobwhites maintain a self-sustaining population across roughly 10-12 million acres—approximately half of South Texas's 20-million-acre landscape.   This designation reflects the importance of our South Texas landscape – not just for bobwhites but as a sanctuary for thousands of plant and animal species that depend on this unique ecosystem. https://lnkd.in/g39uwFqU #EastFoundation #WildlifeConservation #Research #SouthTexas #Biodiversity #LegacyLandscape

If you missed our episode with Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild, in October, now's your chance to catch a rerun. Take advantage of this weekend's must-watch episode airing Saturday morning on NBC. You'll journey with Peter and Dr. Rae to the US-Mexico border as they reveal "The Hidden World of Ocelots" – one of North America's most elusive wild cats. Did you know fewer than 80 ocelots remain in the United States? Discover how East Foundation's researchers, valued partners, and private landowners are working together to protect these stunning cats and their critical thorn scrub habitat. Get a rare glimpse into the secret life of ocelots through cutting-edge tracking technology and conservation efforts. 📺 Tune in to NBC 📅 Saturday, December 21st ⏰ 8:00 AM #WildKingdom #WildlifeConservation #Ocelots #EndangeredSpecies #NatureDocumentary #Wildlife

Here's to branding days at Buena Vista Ranch! Today and tomorrow, our ranch team is working cattle on this remote ranch. Buena Vista is a classic Sand Sheet ranch dominated by deep sandy grassland with small active dunes on the southern end. Spanning 15,100 acres, Buena Vista represents a healthy balance of working ranchland and wildlife habitat.   Our cattle operation here rotates through four pastures using conservative stocking rates, and our management efforts support not just our livestock but also thriving white-tailed deer and bobwhite quail populations. It's all part of East Foundation's commitment to sustainable ranching practices across our 217,000 acres of native rangeland, where science meets stewardship. Learn more about our ranch operations here: https://lnkd.in/gFkQmHcT #RanchLife #SouthTexas #CattleBranding #Ranching #Conservation #WildlifeManagement © Knox Kronenberg

We were proud to sponsor the Texas Children in Nature Networking Summit, where leaders across Texas gathered to explore innovative ways to connect youth with nature and the outdoors. From natural playgrounds to citizen science initiatives, the summit showcased inspiring approaches to environmental education and conservation. 🌿 #EastFoundation #TexasChildrenInNature #OutdoorEducation #Conservation

We're grateful for the opportunity to share holiday cheer with the students of Oilton Elementary School. There's nothing quite like celebrating Christmas alongside our community's bright young minds. Thank you to all the students and staff for letting us be part of your holiday festivities! #CommunitySpirit #SouthTexas WEBB Consolidated ISD