Caddo Lake National Heritage Area
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), and U.S. Representatives Louie Gohmert (R-TX), Mike Johnson (R-LA) and John Ratcliffe (R-TX) today introduced legislation to create the Caddo Lake National Heritage Area (S. 2947 and H.R. 5957). The area proposed by the Caddo...
Salvinia Relief (Pictures Included)
The harsh winter this year gave Caddo Lake and it's surrounding waterways huge relief from Salvinia this spring. There has been an estimated 80% die off of the invasive plant species! Texas Parks and Wildlife surveyed locations where significant green Salvinia still...
From Bombs to Birds! (An In Depth Case Study of the National Wildlife Refuge w/ Pics)
Established in December 1941 to produce TNT for World War II, the Longhorn Army Ammunition Plant facility was a major employer in East Texas. Over time, the facility produced a variety of munitions, including incendiary devices and Pershing rocket motors. As unused...
Caddo Lake now home to another Southern Bald Eagle! (Pictures & Video Included)
The Caddo Lake Institute & Last Chance Forever, Bird Sanctuary are proud to announce that Caddo Lake is now home to one more Southern Bald Eagle!
Guide Star Platinum Seal of Transparency
In earning the highest participation degree given by Guidestar, the Platinum Level, Caddo Lake Institute showcases the dedication, progress and results being made toward our mission to conserve beautiful Caddo Lake and it’s surrounding wetlands!
Community Meeting – February 2, 2018 (Pictures & Unofficial Minutes)
The Caddo Lake Institute is dedicated to keeping the community informed about issues important to the lake and the watershed. To stay in touch with local communities, we hold quarterly community meetings! These minutes cannot fully convey the presentations given by...