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
McKinney Roughs Nature Park
— Exactly a year ago today, a couple of friends invited me to come along with them for a hike at LCRA‘s McKinney Roughs Nature Park. We had just started feeling the effects of the pandemic and were looking for … Read More
Secret Garden
— 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
Afternoon Reflections
— Another ride, another view. This is one of those moments when you see something and do a double take. As I passed this low-water crossing, the light and shadows reflecting on the calm waters of Gilleland Creek caught my … Read More
Creek Break
— On the usual biking trails I ride, there is always some beautiful scenery along the way. Although I have a few favorite trails in the Austin area, one that always pleases me is the trail that runs along Gilleland … Read More
Bluebonnets on River Road
— 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
Views on River Road
— 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
Blue and Blue
— 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
The Lampasas River
— When I visited the Chalk Ridge Falls park in January 2021, I was not sure what else was there to do besides enjoying a quiet hike and scene at the falls themselves. I knew the trail was not long … Read More
The Alaska Range
— It is hard to believe it was 2004 when we visited Alaska and had a few days to explore the vast beauty of Denali National Park and Preserve. Today, February 26, the park celebrates its 104th anniversary since it … Read More
Mercado Central
— Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer said: “Curves are the essence of my work because they are the essence of Brazil, pure and simple.” Although he did not design the Mercado Central in my hometown of Fortaleza, one can easily see … Read More
Chalk Ridge Falls
— 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
