— Whenever the weather gets too hot in Austin, Texas, there is not much one can do but stay indoors or near air conditioning. We have been lucky in 2021 with somewhat milder and wetter conditions. All around we are … Read More

— After the hard week-long freeze and snow fall that hit Texas in February 2021, a lot of local shrubs and trees suffered devastating effects. Throughout the city, it was evident to see the damage caused. Most noticeable were palms. … Read More

— Located just about 1.5 hours from Austin, Texas, the Longhorn Cavern State Park is a cave that offers tours and hiking opportunities to anyone interested in the geology of Texas. The cave facilities are another example of the Civilian … Read More

— After six and a half long years, we finally spent a few days revisiting one of the most scenic state parks in Texas: Caprock Canyons SP. Located towards the Texas panhandle, Caprock Canyons SP is known for its rock … Read More

— Getting to Mariscal Mine in Big Bend National Park may not be easy. High-clearance vehicles with four-wheel-drive are required. When we did our first visit to this area in 2007, the ranger told us that he was not sure … Read More

— 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

— Whenever I bike, I don’t often have the privilege to enjoy the scenery in its entirety. However, my eyes are always scanning my surroundings. If something catches my attention, it is very likely I will return to the location … Read More

— In support of the old saying that everything in Texas is bigger, when I was last driving on River Road in 2019, I had to stop many times. It was not only because of the view that you see … Read More

— Of all the roads I have traveled in the state of Texas, I do not believe there is a more scenic road than River Road, or FM 170. This Farm to Market 170 road runs parallel to the Rio … Read More

— On my first visit to Chalk Ridge Falls, I knew the falls would catch my attention for the most part. However, after spending some time around the falls, I took the hiking trail that goes along the Lampasas River. … Read More

— After seeing so many photos from this scenic park, I finally had a chance to spend some time hiking at Chalk Ridge Falls Park. Located just outside Belton, Texas, about an hour from Austin, the park offers a great … Read More

Hiking along Bull Creek at St. Edwards Park in Austin, Texas.… Read More