From towering skylines to tiny dots on the map, Texas is a state of extremes, and nowhere is that more evident than in its incredible variety of cities and towns. Whether you're driving through a bustling metro like Houston or stumbling upon a one-stoplight town with a quirky name and a big heart, the Lone…
Keep ReadingPublic land is a national treasure. Whether you like to go backpacking, camping, day-tripping, exploring, hunting or just experiencing the great outdoors in your own way, public spaces are vitally important to the enjoyment of nature. However, public land in Texas is a disjointed patchwork that is challenging to find and access. There are many…
Keep ReadingIt is historically accurate that Chile adopted the present design of its flag on October 18, 1817, but did Texas copy the Chilean flag? Yes, it is a fact that The Republic of Texas adopted today’s design of the Texas State flag on January 25, 1839. Chile’s flag is called “La Estrella Solitaria”, which translates…
Keep ReadingSome hunters hunt deer on private leases, at hunting lodges, or with hunting guides on private lands in Texas. Other hunters in Texas skip the $1,500 to $15,000 price tag of a hunting guide, hunting lease outfitter, or hunting lodge. These hunters lease private property, own deer hunting property, or hunt on public lands. In…
Keep ReadingNew Braunfels, the "City of Prince", was founded on the Comal River on March 21, 1845 by a German Nobleman. Successful farming, ranching, and abundant water contributed to the early prosperity of the settlement. The founding had a major impact on opening West Texas to a civilized economy. The many artisans and craftsmen among the…
Keep ReadingHunting season is in full swing, and whitetail deer are starting to go into rut across the state. If you are looking to get into deer hunting or maybe you're considering slimming down your gear to the basics, then I have written this just for you. I have been hunting deer in Texas for 14…
Keep ReadingThink alligators are just a Florida or Louisiana thing? Think again. From the bayous of East Texas to the wetlands along the Gulf Coast, the Lone Star State is home to an estimated 400,000 to 500,000 American alligators — and yes, quite a few live in Texas lakes. Whether you're kayaking, fishing, or just soaking…
Keep ReadingAs autumn leaves start to fall and the air turns crisp, nothing quite catches the spirit of the fall season, like a visit to a pumpkin patch. Texas, with its sprawling landscapes and charming rural areas, is home to an array of picturesque pumpkin patches that offer more than just picking the perfect pumpkin. Each…
Keep ReadingEvery year, from late September to mid-October, people come from all over the U.S. and around the world to visit Big Tex, the legendary icon of Fair Park in Dallas. Today’s State Fair of Texas started out as the Dallas State Fair & Exposition as a private corporation on January 30, 1886. It features hundreds of shows…
Keep ReadingDeer season is in full swing, and we have been seeing a lot of interest in public land hunting this year. When the time changes and the mornings are getting chilly, you know it's time to hit the fields and woods to chase those elusive four-legged creatures that are so fun and challenging to hunt.…
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