First Generation Conservationist

Pat Maples works with Natural Resources Conservation Service District Conservationist Mitchell Schroeder to identify new vegetation.
It was 1993 when Pat Maples and her husband made a ranch outside of San Saba, Tex. their home.
With advice from a neighbor, the Maples’ purchased Angus cattle and leased out land for hunting. But that was not enough to keep the ranch viable. Read more »
