Driftwood Historical Conservation Society

10/15/2026

Bird with a Birder is back! Stop by Saturday morning at the Driftwood Birding Station to see the birds enjoying our first taste of fall weather! This month, you can also learn more about FeederWatch and sign up for shifts this season.

Driftwood Birding Station is located on FM 150, across from Driftwood Community Church. Please park at the front of the property and walk back to the station.

10/15/2026

Check out the Hill Country premiere of Groundswell, the powerful new documentary from the filmmakers behind Kiss the Ground and Common Ground. Through inspiring stories from around the world, the film explores how regenerative agriculture can restore our soils, replenish water, strengthen local food systems, and revitalize rural communities.

The evening will feature a special panel conversation about the future of Driftwood and the Texas Hill Country, exploring how our community can become a model for regeneration, protecting our land, water, agricultural heritage, and local economy for generations to come.

Come be part of the conversation about what's possible, both here at home and around the world.

Free RSVP on Eventbrite :
https://groundswellatvista.eventbrite.com

Join us October 24th at Vista Brewing for the Hill Country premiere of Groundswell, the powerful new documentary from the filmmakers behind Kiss the Ground and Common Ground. Through inspiring stories from around the world, the film explores how regenerative agriculture can restore our soils, replenish water, strengthen local food systems, and revitalize rural communities.

We are excited to share this film with you in the setting of Vista's Driftwood ranch. The evening will feature a special panel conversation about the future of Driftwood and the Texas Hill Country, exploring how our community can become a model for regeneration, protecting our land, water, agricultural heritage, and local economy for generations to come.

We'll also introduce One Billion Acres, a global campaign bringing together farmers, businesses, and organizations to accelerate the transition of one billion acres of agricultural land to regenerative management by 2030.

Come be part of the conversation about what's possible, both here at home and around the world.

Free RSVP on Eventbrite :
https://groundswellatvista.eventbrite.com

Saturday, October 24 | Vista Brewing
• 5:30 PM — Doors Open: Join us for dinner at Vista's restaurant
• 6:30 PM — Panel Discussion: The Future of Driftwood & the Hill Country
• 7:00 PM — Groundswell Screening
• 8:30 PM — Closing Comments

Panelists
🌱 Ryland Englehart (Producer Groundswell, Co-Lead One Billion Acres)
🌱 Kent Killough (Co-Founder Vista Brewing, Partner Driftwood Co-Op)
🌱 Finian Makepeace (Producer Groundswell, Co-Lead One Billion Acres, Partner Driftwood Co-Op)
🌱 Ben Roberts (Owner Elder Hill Farms, Partner Driftwood Co-Op)

10/12/2026

Join us on Tuesday, October 13th to learn all about the Driftwood Farmers Cooperative from Meghan and Ben Roberts of Elder HIll Farms and enjoy refreshments provided by business member, Stacey Harrison of Perry Homes!

Have you seen the new FARMSTAND in Driftwood? Hint: It’s on Elder Hill Road. And did you know that it features amazing food from Driftwood Farmers and Ranchers?

Meghan and Ben Roberts of Elder Hill Farms first presented their ideas of the Driftwood Farmers Cooperative to the Driftwood HCS in March of 2024. In January of 2025, they teamed up with the Driftwood HCS, Vista Brewing, and Finian Makepeace of the “Kiss the Ground” movement to showcase the Regenerative Agriculture movie “Common Ground.”

Lots of progress has been made since, and today they are all working alongside local farmers and ranchers to not only provide the community with regeneratively raised meat, eggs and vegetables but are also working on some pretty amazing land projects to help restore local ecosystems.

Come hear the Co-op updates; meet some of your local farmers including: Elder Hill Farms (Nutty Bottom Farm), Mick Family Farm, TrueBird Farm, and Origin Ranch; and learn more of how you can practically make efforts towards land regeneration in Driftwood.

10/06/2026

VOLUNTEER REQUEST! It's time to get organized to prepare and stain the new ramp and deck at the Community Center. We would love to have you join us!

Learn more and sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0_Z9SRfKqP6YH4E9RY4C4pV4XEXcIChA5XCoDMe-SVbbqmA/viewform

10/02/2026

Just a reminder that the roads are wet and muddy. Earlier this afternoon, an overly confident driver got their truck stuck near the birding station. Thanks to some Driftwood magic, a wonderful neighbor and friend with a winch, the truck was able to get out! ☺️

10/02/2026

Join us TOMORROW, Saturday, October 3rd (rain or shine) for a special Chili & Cornbread Cook-off Community Night!

Our October Community Night will feature a chili and cornbread cook-off. Bring your best chili to share! We will all have a friendly contest judged by your neighbors. The winners will receive a $50 gift card to Hays City Store!

Don't feel like bringing chili or cornbread, bring your favorite dessert or side!

Come see an authentic chuck wagon from The 6666 Ranch and learn the history from our very own member (and resident historian), Kate Johnson!

Please RSVP at https://forms.gle/cnnvRDNQ376Snywz8

09/22/2026

Join us for a special Chili & Cornbread Cook-off Community Night on Saturday, October 3rd!

Our October Community Night will feature a chili and cornbread cook-off. Bring your best chili to share! We will all have a friendly contest judged by your neighbors. The winner will receive a gift card!

Come see an authentic chuck wagon from The 6666 Ranch and learn the history from our very own member (and resident historian), Kate Johnson!

Please RSVP at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqdDYKcFX222HmpG0zrTSZF3cV86FrOCYtn4xs2IYakVmQ1A/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=105020229277087480917

09/17/2026

Check out The Library on Wheels at the Driftwood Community Center!

The Dripping Springs Community Library on Wheels will be at the Community Center on Monday, September 28th (and the fourth Monday of each month) from 10:30-11:30 AM with books, resources, and library fun for all ages.

They will also make a stop at Sonder in Driftwood from 9:00–10:00 AM on the same days. Stop by to browse the collection, check out materials, learn about library services, or sign up for a free library card.

09/16/2026

Shape Our Future: Take the Driftwood Community Priorities Survey

Driftwood is shaped by the people who love it, and that starts with hearing from you. The Driftwood Community Priorities Survey is open now, and your answers will directly guide our work plans for the year ahead. It only takes a few minutes. Take the survey today and help shape what's next for Driftwood.

You can complete the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DriftwoodPriorities