PURPOSE
We promote the conservation and restoration of Tandy Hills Natural Area (THNA) as a rare remaining example of native prairie that is indigenous to much of the Fort Worth area.
We strive to increase awareness of the importance of protecting and preserving natural areas through community engagement, various outdoor education programs and volunteer opportunities.
Restoration and Conservation Efforts
Hundreds of dedicated volunteers participate in various restoration programs including, Prairie Posse, part of our ongoing work to preserve, protect and enhance this rare remnant of native Texas prairie. We also pursue grants from Texas Parks & Wildlife Department to pay for trail restoration and other infrastructure needs. Additionally, we work closely with the City of Fort Worth Park & Recreation Department.
Resources
Find useful documents here from how to make seed-balls to scientific research papers related to ornithological studies and more.
TANDY HILLS LEXICON
A lexicon of some of the plants and wildlife you’ll find at Tandy Hills. This a good place for newcomers to learn about Tandy Hills.
VIDEO
Sometimes, still photos just don’t tell the whole story. Check out our video collection of Tandy Hills Natural Area for some amazing stories.
“Friends of Tandy Hills partners with the City of Fort Worth to enact the long-term Strategic Master Plan for the natural area.”
FACTS
Tandy Hills Natural Area (THNA) is a 200+ acre indigenous remnant of Fort Worth prairie located in the heart of Fort Worth, Texas. The land was obtained by the City of Fort Worth Parks and Community Services Department in 1960 and designated a “natural area” in 1987. Noted for its unusually complete collection of prairie flora, THNA contains more than 1500 species. The show of spring wildflowers is unsurpassed in the Metroplex. The land is a living example of how most of Fort Worth and the Great Plains appeared in predevelopment times. THNA is adjacent to I-30 and less than 5 minutes from downtown Fort Worth, Texas. The fact that it has never been plowed or developed and survived into the 21st century in relatively pristine condition is remarkable.
NEWS
Various Breaking News items from over the years and and news features in DFW.
TESTIMONIALS
Meet our supporters and find out ways you can contribute to Tandy Hills during the annual North Texas Giving Day on September 22nd.
OUR TEAM
Find out about our board members, bylaws, and the continued support we receive from the City of Fort Worth.