Texas longhorns epitomize the pioneer spirit of the Southwest, specifically Texas, where part of the official State of Texas Longhorn Herd can be found at Lyndon B. Johnson State Park and Historic Site near Johnson City. As early as Read more…
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Did you know the insect that leaves behind a hard brown shell often found on trees is a cicada, not a locust? Or, that all locusts are grasshoppers but only some grasshoppers are locusts? It’s true. While the names of Read more…
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Summer and winter in the Highland Lakes look much the same with brown grasses and barren branches. The rocky landscape is dotted with evergreen cedar trees interspersed with prickly pear, live oak, and mesquite. In the background, Inks Lake is Read more…
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Tree- and brush-strewn areas in Lake Buchanan provide good hunting grounds for the great blue heron. The trees and wooded areas around the largest of the Highland Lakes are habitat for heron bird colonies, which is why they are often Read more…
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Hone your sharpshooting skills at one of these Highland Lakes gun ranges. Make sure to check websites for details on membership, guest fees, and reservations before you arrive. COPPERHEAD CREEK SHOOTING CLUB 7030 RR 1431 East in Marble Falls 830-265-4950 Read more…
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While enjoying time outside in the Highland Lakes, pause for a moment and look around closely. You are likely to find a spider nearby. Spiders come in a wide variety of colors, patterns, and sizes. Some have thick hair; others Read more…
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No matter how you pack it, a picnic provides a positive break from the pressures of life. The key to the perfect picnic is in the planning, even for an impromptu occasion. The important part is to be creative. Here Read more…
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By land or by water, spotting an American bald eagle around Lake Buchanan in the winter takes little effort. Land is easier but requires patience and good binoculars. Cruising by boat up the Colorado River where it flows into the Read more…
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You don’t need mountains to experience truly awesome mountain biking. In the Highland Lakes, rugged trails through the rolling Texas Hill Country offer a fun challenge, including at the only lift-served mountain bike park in the state. With the addition Read more…
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The definition of backcountry camping, or primitive camping, depends on who is doing the camping. While some want to backpack a mile or more into the wilderness with their own food and water, others prefer a tent thrown down near Read more…
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