The Clymer Meadow consists of a 423-acre site, representing one of the most significant remnants of the native Blackland Prairie ecological system in Texas. Acquired in 1986, management practices have been designed to enhance the biological diversity and ecological integrity of this globally imperiled resource. Prescribed fire, manual brush control practices, selective mowing and grazing and exotic plant control are the main techniques to maintain and improve the quality of this site. Recognized as a leader in conservation at the local, state, and national levels, the Nature Conservancy of Texas continues to demonstrate its commitment to long term protection and stewardship of some of the most unique landscapes in the state. Thomas G. Jameson Faraway Farms is a 1,500-acre property managed to provide recreational opportunities for family and friends and to provide income from the sale of forest products.
Grazing is also a management objective, however, stocking levels are relatively light.
Jr. The 10,830-acre Hacienda Yturria Ranch has been owned and operated by the Yturria family as a cattle ranch for more than 100 years. The ranch has been following a TPW wildlife management plan for over 20 years. Even before 1978, the ranch based its land use decisions on management efforts aimed at the protection and preservation of wildlife. The Yturria family is well known for their wildlife conservation and education efforts. The Leggett Ranch is a 14,000-acre ranch with 13,000 acres in wetlands and lakes and 1,000 acres of native rangeland.