Many people complain that night time hunting is not possible and that it would be difficult to find good locations for hunting. This is not true because you can get through quite well if you have a passion for hunting. One of the things you need to get right is lighting. Good lighting will position…
Keep ReadingI took my family to Dallas to watch my grandkids play summer sporting events (a swim meet and baseball). We spent a good part of the weekend enjoying some kids attractions and activities in Frisco and Plano. Frisco is loaded with fun things for kids to do ranging from excellent bike trails to Frisbee golf and…
Keep ReadingDuring a visit to play some golf in the Rio Grande Valley, and to escape the cold and rain from North Texas (which didn't work!), my wife and I played the Tony Butler Golf Course in Harlingen after a long night of drenching rain. The rain was badly needed, but it made playing Tony Butler…
Keep ReadingThe Lodge Resort in Cloudcroft is unique with a rich and interesting history, some of which includes a turn-of-the-century fire that destroyed the original structure, ghostly inhabitants, a storied past, visit by famous guests, and lots more. It's a must visit if you're in Cloudcroft, New Mexico. The original log-constructed Lodge was built in 1899 by…
Keep ReadingIn December 2006, my family and I got a chance to explore Austin, Texas. We took the weekend off to hit some of our favorite Austin sites, review Lone Star RV Park, stay at a friend's ranch, and golf at Lakeway. First, we stayed in Lone Star RV Park, which is about 10 miles south…
Keep ReadingRockport offers lots of fun things to see and do. Stick around and read Texas Outside's list of Top Ten Favorite Things To See and Do In Rockport: 4 Natural Things To Do in Rockport, Texas If you enjoy being in and around nature, you'll love Rockport. There are plenty of natural things to do…
Keep ReadingMy family decided to head to Dripping Springs for four days and someone recommended that we stay at The Alexander At Creek Road. After checking out their website, reading some reviews, and seeing their motto, we called and booked a two-day stay. We loved it. The owners are great folks, and the lodging is unique,…
Keep ReadingMississippi is quickly becoming a fantastic golf destination. Below is Texas Outside's list of the best Mississippi golf courses. This is where we review and rate golf courses in Mississippi. Every one of these golf courses are multiple award winners, ranging from Golfweek's Best Golf Courses in Mississippi to Golf Digest's Top 100 Courses You…
Keep ReadingI don't know about you, but I hate cold weather. Even though Austin is known for it's moderate winters, it still gets too cold for me. More importantly, the rain, cold, and occasional snow flakes make it impossible for me to swing the golf club with all those layers of clothing. I look and feel…
Keep ReadingI've always thought of Waco as a fast food stop on I-35 on my way to or from Dallas or Austin. Of course, I knew it was home to Baylor University, President George W. Bush's Ranch, and the Branch Davidians. Still, when I spent a weekend in Waco, I found it was much more than…
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