What is Clear the Shelters? Clear the Shelters is a nationwide adoption campaign organized by NBCUniversal Local to help shelters and rescues connect more animals with new homes. Winding Branch Ranch is participating by waiving adoption fees for approved adopters from August 15 through August 31. We currently have pigs, goats, chickens and other farm animals waiting for safe, appropriate homes. Meet the animals looking for homes Every animal available for adoption has different needs,...

Hot weather can quickly become dangerous for backyard chickens. Because chickens cannot sweat, they rely on panting, spreading their wings and finding cooler areas to regulate their body temperature. Heat stress can begin as temperatures approach 85°F, especially when humidity is high or airflow is limited. At Winding Branch Ranch, keeping the animals who call the sanctuary home safe during extreme weather is an important part of daily care. Here are seven practical ways to keep chickens cool...

Learning comes alive when students step outside the classroom. At Winding Branch Ranch in Bulverde, our educational farm field trips near San Antonio give students hands-on opportunities to explore agriculture, conservation and responsible animal care. Each experience is designed to support classroom learning while inspiring curiosity, compassion and a deeper connection to the natural world. Agriculture Comes to Life Students learn where food comes from and how farmers care for the land....