How to Pronounce Texas Town Names

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How to Pronounce Visitors to the Highland Lakes discover all sorts of different places that look like they ought to be easy to pronounce, but they can be pretty tricky and even deceiving to the newcomer. Don't Give yourself away as a tourist; study our simple little guide and speak like the natives, y'all. Here…

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UMLAUF Sculpture Garden and Trail of Trees

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UMLAUF Sculpture Garden Several paths take you through the garden to discover over 130 sculptures by Charles Umlauf, an internationally recognized sculptor. Sculptures range from detailed realism to lyrical abstractions. Family groups, animals, religious and mythological figures, and nudes are featured in the collection. The figures are crafted from wood, terra cotta, stone, bronze, and…

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Texas Scuba and Snorkeling

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Texas Scuba and Snorkeling! Texas is not well known for its crystal clear lake water, but that does not discourage the very large and active community of Texas scuba and snorkeling fans. The Lone Star State is known for it's diversity and the same is true for Texas diving – clear water can be found…

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Pedernales State Park

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Pedernales State Park Location - Pedernales Falls State Park may be reached by traveling 9 miles east of Johnson City on FM 2766, or by traveling west of Austin for 32 miles on U.S. 290, then north on FM 3232 for 6 miles. The 4,860acre park stretches along both banks of the Pedernales River for…

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Orlando Vacation

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Orlando Vacation To escape the cold weather and a record 12 inches of snow in Dallas, we packed some adventure clothes, golf clubs, Advil, sunscreen, koozies, and party hats and headed to what has to be the vacation capital of America where in one week we: played nine different golf courses swam with the manatees…

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