The trash that flows to Turtle Creek from up creek clogs our beautiful Hibiscus Fountain from time-to-time. With a pump that circulates 750 gallons of water per minute, it’s a constant issue.
This past week, you may have noticed a few days that the fountain was not running. To help reduce the impact of this trash, we had a larger filter built and installed. The fountain is back and shooting high!
Fighting the Fungus
Though our lawns have been green and lush over the summer, you may have noticed a few round, brown patches. This is a fungal disease known as, wait for it, “Brown Patch.” The Conservancy is working with our privately funded landscape partner Southern Botanical on a treatment plan, so just focus on the green parts until we can make it go away!
June 17, 2023: Kids Fishing Derby Success!
In Honor of Father's Day for our Kids Fishing Derby, individuals have donated in honor or in memory of the Father in their life or in memory of Nell Heathington Baldwin (in whose memory this year's Derby was held). All donations go toward the Kids Fishing Derby event, a fun and interactive morning for Dallas Children at Turtle Creek Park.
September 15, 2021: Patron’s Circle Wine & Cheese Reception
A beautiful September evening was the perfect setting for our Wine & Cheese Reception to thank our supporters for their generous support. The Turtle Creek Conservancy invited our supporters of the Patron's Circle level to gather on the Magnolia Terrace…
May 18, 2021: Parks and Mental Health
Many of you have shared how Turtle Creek Park has made an impact on your life and mental health over the last year. Studies have shown that having access to green space can help fight against depression, stress, and anxiety. Regular contact with nature is an aid for good mental health.