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Comal County accepts donation of roughly 39.31 acres for nature sanctuary near Canyon Lake
Summary
The county accepted a gift deed conveying approximately 39.31 acres adjacent to Hancock Trail on the north side of Canyon Lake for use as a public nature sanctuary; the Hyre family and county staff lauded the gift and commissioners approved authorization for the county judge to sign related documents.
County staff described the donated tract near Hancock Road and Hancock Trail adjacent to Canyon Lake and recommended acceptance of the gift deed conveying approximately 39.31 acres for a public use nature sanctuary. Staff noted the site has access to power and water at the roadside and identified opportunities for trails and passive recreation; commissioners voted unanimously to accept the deed and authorize the county judge to execute documents.
A donor representative from the Hyre family thanked the county for the opportunity to donate the land, saying it "is a beautiful piece of land and we look forward to, many, many people enjoying, being able to walk and absorb nature." County leaders noted the timing of the item on Earth Day as fitting and invited the donors to a photo following the vote.
