A Wondrous West Texas Sunset

— This was the sunset from the top of Skyline Drive at Davis Mountains SP on March 1, 2019. I don’t know how many of those I have already shared here, but no matter the count, they are always different … Read More

Dust Storms: An intriguing weather phenomenon

Lens-Artists Challenge #286: Weather I was unsure I could weather this week’s challenge that Anne posted. With English as a second language, I had to re-read her post carefully. I did not know whether we were discussing the same thing. … Read More

A Turning Point

— When I look back at all the years I have been playing with photography, there are several meaningful photos that come to mind. However, if I were asked to pick the most impactful that touched me on a personal … Read More

Aoudads (Barbary Sheep)

— Earlier this year, I went for a day hike at Pedernales Falls SP. The park tends to get a lot of visitors on weekends because of its proximity to Austin, Texas. However, during the week, one can enjoy the … Read More

Sunset Heaven

— In March 2022 we revisited Davis Mountains SP. As one of our favorite destinations in Texas, the park offers unparalleled views on Skyline Drive and various trails throughout the park. Since the distance from Austin to the park is … Read More

Calling Occupants of Interplanetary Craft

— A visit to Davis Mountains SP and surrounding areas will inevitably raise travelers’ curiosity, especially if you spot the view in the photo above. That is one of the ten antennae doing radio astronomy research. In the scientific world, … Read More

Civilian Conservation Corps

— On April 5, 1933, through an executive order, President Franklin D. Roosevelt established the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). A part of the New Deal legislation, this public voluntary work relief program aimed at providing jobs to unemployed and unmarried … Read More

Sunset Over Ft. Davis

— This visit to Davis Mountains SP in 2011 was very productive. It was a year when we had majestic sunsets every single day we were at the park. Just sitting and waiting on top of Skyline Drive was enough … Read More

Is There Life on Mars?

— Is this what the Mars Rover saw? Whether it is a daytime scene, sunset view, or night skies, you can be sure you will always be amazed at the beauty before your eyes at Davis Mountains. Previously known as … Read More

Indian Lodge Trail Highway View

— Davis Mountains State Park is one of my favorite places in Texas. The mountain views and scenery are breathtaking. We have visited this park several times (it’s about 6 hours from Austin). Earlier this year I posted another scene … Read More

Indian Lodge Trail

— Davis Mountains State Park is one of those precious gems in the state of Texas park system. Located in the Davis Mountains and close to The University of Texas (UT) McDonald Observatory, the Nature Conservancy’s Davis Mountains Preserve and … Read More

Skyline Drive

– This auto drive trail is one of the best in the state. The 4.7 mile trip takes you up on Skyline Drive to enjoy the beauty of West Texas and its mountains. Hikers can also reach the summit of … Read More

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