Organizers are planning a rally in Presidio later this month to protest proposed border wall construction in the Big Bend region.
The event, titled the “No al Muro Rally,” is scheduled for 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 21, at Saint Frances Park in Presidio. Promotional materials describe the gathering as part of a broader effort to oppose a proposed border barrier project in the region.
The rally’s message, “No Big Bend Wall,” reflects growing concern among some residents, activists and local leaders about the potential environmental, cultural and economic impacts of a border barrier in the remote desert region along the Rio Grande.
Presidio and surrounding communities sit along a rugged stretch of the border where mountains, canyons and the river itself form natural barriers. Critics of the project argue that a wall could disrupt wildlife migration, damage sensitive landscapes and affect cross-border cultural ties.
The rally comes as federal officials move forward with plans for new border barrier construction in parts of West Texas, including sections of Presidio County.
Organizers say the event will provide a space for community members and supporters to gather, share information and demonstrate opposition to the proposed wall in the Big Bend area.
