WILD DEVILS 2026

Join us for dinner, drinks, live music, and community as we recognize and celebrate DRC’s 15 years of conservation work on behalf of the Devils River Basin and its clean waters, dark skies, open landscapes, wildlife, history, and people.

All proceeds raised will support our charitable mission to treasure, preserve and protect the natural beauty and ecological integrity of the Devils River watershed in Texas.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2026
Doors open at 6:00pm

Witte Museum - Mays Family Center
3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209

Live Music Entertainment provided by Will & the Wilderness

Catered Dinner and Open Bar

Keynote: Representative Eddie Morales, Jr.

2026 Rio San Pedro Stewardship Award Recipient: Representative Eddie Morales, Jr.

Silent Auction and Raffle

15th Anniversary Afterparty in the Witte Museum’s Zachry Family Acequia Garden

Complimentary Valet Services Provided

Casual Festive Attire


TICKETS

$200 INDIVIDUAL ADMISSION

  • Ticket for one (1) guest

$350 DOUBLE ADMISSION

  • Tickets for two (2) guests

Exclusive Membership Discount – $50 off!

We can’t wait to see our DRC Members! Take advantage of your $50 membership discount by using the promo codes that will be shared via email once ticket sales go live.

  • $150 Single Admission

  • $300 Double Admission

 All proceeds will go towards supporting the Devils River Conservancy 501(c)3. 


THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

GOLD SPONSORS

SILVER SPONSORS

BRONZE SPONSORS

ADDITIONAL SPONSORS


SILENT AUCTION

OCTOBER 5 - OCTOBER 22

DRC’s Wild Devils Auction offers a one-of-a-kind assortment of exclusive items and experiences, from fishing, hunting, and other nature-based trips to outdoor gear, artwork and handicrafts, memorabilia, unique and custom apparel, artisanal foods and beverages, and more!

The auction will go live online on October 5th at 4PM CST and close during the Gala at 9PM on October 22nd. More information will be provided as the auction nears.

The images below represent a sample of past auction offerings.


WILD DEVILS 2026 RAFFLE EXPERIENCE

The Devils River, Wild & Wonderful

An Exclusive Paddling Adventure for Two

Experience one of Texas's most extraordinary wild places on an exclusive, two-day, two-night paddling adventure through the spectacular Devils River canyon country.

Your host and guide will be the Executive Director of the Devils River Conservancy, an experienced wildlife biologist and naturalist who will share an intimate knowledge of the river's wildlife, ecology, and remarkable conservation story.

Beginning at the iconic Dolan Falls, you'll paddle approximately five miles each day through some of the clearest, most beautiful waters in Texas, with plenty of time to fish, swim, watch birds, explore, and simply take in the magic of the Devils River.

And when the paddling is done? A little unexpected luxury awaits.

Forget sleeping on the rocky riverbank! You'll enjoy comfortable, paddle-up accommodations on private riverside properties, complete with real beds, air conditioning, and prepared meals—including a special chef-prepared dinner on your first evening. Traditional riverside lunches will keep you fueled for each day's adventure, and refreshing libations will be waiting at the end of each day to toast another unforgettable experience on the river.

The experience concludes at a private downstream takeout, but the memories will last much longer.

As an added bonus, the winning pair will receive a Devils River Conservancy swag package and their choice of size and sleeve length for a custom-embroidered Poncho Outdoors shirt during DRC's next Poncho preorder.

Wild water. Extraordinary wildlife. Great company. And a comfortable bed at the end of the day. This is the Devils River as few people ever experience it.

Package includes:

  • Two days and two nights on the Devils River for two adults

  • Personally guided by the Executive Director of the Devils River Conservancy

  • Approximately 10 miles of paddling, beginning at Dolan Falls

  • Kayaks, paddles, and personal flotation devices

  • Two nights of air-conditioned riverside lodging: an open bunk room with multiple beds, including a king, on night one; a private room with two beds in a home on night two

  • Prepared meals, including a chef-prepared dinner on night one, and traditional field lunches on the river

  • Evening libations following each day's paddling adventure

  • Time for fishing, birding, swimming, and exploring

  • Two Poncho Outdoors shirts selected during DRC's next preorder (2027)

  • Devils River Conservancy swag package

See raffle listing on online auction platform for additional details and restrictions.

1 ticket - $25

3 tickets - $50

10 tickets - $100

Raffle sales will begin on October 8th through the Silent Auction portal and will conclude on October 28th at 11:55PM. The winner will be notified on October 29th and announced on October 30th.


15TH ANNIVERSARY AFTERPARTY

Keep the night going with us to celebrate DRC’s 15 years of conservation!

9:00-10:30PM in the Witte Museum Garden

All Wild Devils 2026 guests are welcome to join the Afterparty!

  • Complementary: DJ + Wild Devils photo booth + Canned drinks + Good vibes

  • For an optional $25 donation: 1 exclusive raffle entry + 2 cocktails

    • Raffle will be drawn at 10PM CST. Must be present to win.

Afterparty Raffle Experience

Devils River Getaway at Monarch Ranch

3 Days, 2 Nights | Up to 4 Guests

Escape to the wild beauty of the Devils River with a private three-day, two-night stay at Monarch Ranch! This special getaway for up to four guests includes accommodations at the ranch's rustic Cantina cabin and an opportunity to visit the remarkable Fern Cave, home to an extraordinary bat colony.

Your stay offers a chance to unwind and experience one of Texas's most spectacular natural landscapes. Additional activities, including fishing, swimming, paddling the Devils River, birding, wildlife watching, and stargazing, may be arranged in consultation with Devils River Conservancy staff, volunteers, and neighboring ranches, subject to access and availability.

Accommodations: The Cantina features two bedrooms with multiple beds and bunks, one restroom, and two showers.

Important Dates & Conditions:

• Winner must confirm intended visit dates by December 18, 2026.

• Experience must be completed before June 1, 2027, or the prize will be forfeited.

• Dates must be mutually agreed upon with Monarch Ranch.

• Additional recreational activities are subject to availability and are not guaranteed.

• Prize may be transferred one time to another party or donated back to DRC.

All raffle proceeds benefit the Devils River Conservancy and our mission to treasure, preserve, and protect the Devils River and its surrounding landscapes.