— This year we became members of the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. There are several benefits of such membership, including reciprocal memberships at various other gardens throughout the state and country. There is also specific benefits locally, such as … Read More

— When I was walking at this small nature trail in north central Ausitn, I realized that beauty is everywhere around you. This park, Copperfield Nature Trail, is very close to my house. I sometimes go there to hike a … Read More

— A couple of years ago, I thought it would be different to photograph the Northeast Metropolitan Park in a different light. This is a park I frequent often because I like going biking there. However, on this particular day, … Read More

— A short trip to the Texas State Cemetery this afternoon ended up giving me a huge surprise. I got there with the intent to see the tombstones for Chris Kyle, Governor Ann Richards, and US House of Representative Barbara … Read More

— Sometimes you do not have to travel far to run into unexpected beauty and tranquility. I often go to the Northeast Metropolitan Park to start some of my most scenic bike rides. This pond is close to several soccer … Read More

— Tucked in north Austin in Wells Branch, the Mills Pond Recreation Area is a beauty at any time throughout the year, and especially in the fall, when the multi-colored trees paint a vibrant landscape around this lovely pond. The … Read More

— I first heard about the Hornsby Bend Bird Observatory while watching a weekly TV show from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. I would probably call the observatory an odd combination generating a world of good. Hornsby Bend is … Read More

— Just last November 2018 this was the scene at the Southern Walnut Creek Hike and Bike trail. Fall colors were all over the trail. As we begin Fall 2019, I wonder where we will have a beautiful display of … Read More

— Just under 2 miles (3.2 km) from our house, the Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park is a heavily used park in north Austin. The park is 293 acres of biking/hiking trails, playground, sports fields, and a swimming pool. There are … Read More

— Austin artist Raúl Valdez has been making murals in Austin, Central Texas, and beyond since 1975. So, when the Steve Hicks School of Social Work on the UT Austin campus was moving to its location on San Jacinto Boulevard, … Read More

— On this Thanksgiving day, it is wonderful to be able to thank for the beautiful outdoors in our own city. Austin is privileged to be in the Hill Country area of Texas. The city maintains good parks and trails. … Read More

— I am lucky to live close to the wonderful Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park. This 293-acre park offers countless options for enjoyment, including over 15 miles of hiking trails, off-leash dog areas, swimming, and sports facilities. There are playgrounds, a … Read More