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28. Feb. 2008

Vorbei bekanntgegeben CyberCelt unter Fische/Jagd, Natur, RV Parks, RV Spielraum, Merkwürdig, Wildnis-Aufpassen

Schlangen in Sweetwater

Westliche Diamantmarkierung-Schlange

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Jährliche Klapperschlange-Zusammenfassung

6. März bis 9. März 2008
Nolan Grafschaft-Kolosseum

Sweetwater, Texas

Klapperschlange-Tatsachen

Das westliche Diamantmarkierung rattler kann sieben Fuß in der Länge übersteigen und ist der Sorten 20+ und der Unterarten der südwestlichen Wüste rattlers das größte. Rattlers gehören einer Kategorie Sorte 100+ der giftigen benannten Grubevipern der Schlangen im Allgemeinen.

Klapperschlangen können ein Problem zu den Viehzüchtern, zu den Jägern, zu den Lagerbewohnern, zu den Wanderern und zu jedermann sonst sein, wer draußen genießen möchte. Aus diesem Grund ups die runde Klapperschlange anfing als Weise, die Klapperschlangebevölkerung auszuwählen.

Sweetwater Klapperschlange-Zusammenfassung

Der amtliche Stoß aus zur Klapperschlange-Zusammenfassung ist die Klapperschlange-Bericht-Parade, gehalten Donnerstag, den 6. März 2008. Dieses wird vom Fräulein Snake Charmer Pageant gefolgt, der im Sweetwater städtischen Auditorium gehalten wird.

Die tatsächliche Zusammenfassung fängt Freitag, den 7. März an und wird am Nolan Grafschaft-Kolosseum und am Park neben dem Kolosseum gehalten.

An Freitag, an Samstag und am Sonntag führen erfahrene Schlangejäger Gruppen der eingetragenen Jäger heraus zur Vorlage in die Jagd und in der übergebung der Phasenklapperschlangen. Ausrichtung, Lizenz und Gebühr erfordert.

  • Wenn Sie nicht Klapperschlangen jagen möchten, verlassen geführte Bustouren den Ansicht-, Film- oder Fotographienphasenklapperschlangen regelmäßig während des Tages in ihrem natürlichen Lebensraum.
  • Sie können die wiegenden, gemessenen, gemolkenen und angefaßten Klapperschlangen aufpassen. Wenn Sie wünschen, können Sie eine Phasenklapperschlange berühren oder ein Stück der fritierten Klapperschlange essen. Andere Imbisse sind außerdem vorhanden.
  • Es gibt Schlangeprodukte und anderes macht vorhandenes für Verkauf im Kolosseum und an den Ständen im Newman Park während des Wochenendes in Handarbeit.
  • Die Klapperschlange, die Zusammenfassung Kochen-weg, wird Samstag nur im Newman Park, in einem 25-Morgen-Stadtpark mit Nebenflüssen, in den Bäumen, in kampierenden Tabellen und in den Pavillionen gehalten.
  • Die Sweetwater Gewehr-u. Pistole-Verein fördert Gewehr- u. Münzenzeigen im Kolosseumanhang.
  • A large carnival is held outside the Coliseum all weekend long.
  • Dances are held on Friday and Saturday nights at 8 pm. Friday night features rock-n-roll music, Saturday night is country music. $15 per person/$25 per couple.

Controversy about Rattlesnake Roundups

The rattlesnake roundup is controversial. Snake advocates claim that the snakes are mistreated at the round up. On the other hand, the proceeds from the roundup benefit many charities and community agencies (see list HERE). This event is also important to the Sweetwater area because of the economic impact of tourism. You will need to decide for yourself if this is a worthy family activity.

I do know that the snakes are captured, milked, displayed, killed, skinned and their meat is cooked or sold. Last year the gall bladders were also sold. The skins are cleaned and sold. The heads are mounted and sold. No part of the snake is wasted, as best as I can determine. If we do it to cows, sheep and goats, I do not see a problem with doing it to snakes.

RV Parks in Sweetwater Area

RV parks in Sweetwater, Texas area

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Feb 10 2008

Posted by CyberCelt under Birding, Campground Reviews, Camping, Camping, Day Trips, Fish/Hunt, Hike/Bike/Run, Nature, RV Parks, RV Travel, Wildlife Watching

Buescher State Park Trip

Small fishing lake in Buescher State Park

Buescher State Park Fishing Lake (photograph by Eileen Trainor, all rights reserved).

We spent a restful weekend at Buescher State Park outside of Smithville, Texas. This park has a recreation hall, amphitheater, residences and walkways built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1920s. There are screened shelters and cabins situated on the 25-acre fishing lake.

I noticed the walk-in camping sites were ideally situated in a clearing in the middle of the forest. The walk-in was not a long hike either.  The facilities included two playgrounds for children.  Dogs are not allowed in any of the park facilities and must be on a 6-foot leash in the camp ground.

I am going to share RV sites because some of these sites were really short, maybe 20-22 feet. In the Oak Haven multipurpose camping area, sites 16-19, 22 and 28 are the only sites that have space for travel trailers and RVs. The Cozy Circle camping area is designated for RV and travel trailers, but sites 1-4 are not shady nor private, and do not have enough parking space for your car. Site 5 is a beautiful handicapped-accessible site right across from the bathroom that has handicapped-accessible facilities. Sites 6 and 7 are okay, but awkward to back into. Sites 8 and 9 are too short (<15 feet). Sites 10-14 are the most roomy, shaded and private spots.

Lost Pines Hiking Trail

Antioch Historic Roadway on Lost Pines Hiking Trail
(photograph by Eileen Trainor, all rights reserved).

We hiked about 5 miles total on the Lost Pines hiking trail, which was not as scenic as I was expecting. The walk through the woods was shady and full of wildlife and birds, but there was a long walk on the right-of-way in the sun. We turned back at the Antioch Historic Roadway and retraced our steps. We were so hot and tired, we just crawled in bed and passed out, including our dog, Rags.

Scenic overlook on PR 1C

Colorado River Valley from Park Road 1C
(photograph by Eileen Trainor, all rights reserved).

We drove just a few miles out Park Road 1C from Buescher SP towards Bastrop SP. There is a turn out where you may overlook the Colorado River Valley.

Another RV park in area:

I picked up a brochure for Toad Hollow RV Park & Campground (art & antiques, too).  They are located on 12 acres on Alum Creek and have nine RV spots, one vacation cabin, a tipi and camping sites.  There is a Toad Hollow Pond on the property. The phone number is 512 237 5969.  The address is 115 Fishers of Men, Smithville, TX 78957.

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Feb 05 2008

Posted by CyberCelt under Birding, Cabins/Cottages, Camping, Day Trips, Fish/Hunt, Golf, Hike/Bike/Run, Nature, RV Travel, Skywatching, Wildlife Watching

Lost Pines of Texas

Bastrop and Buescher State Parks lie within the Post Oak Savannah, a mix of pine, oak, grasslands and mixed flowering plants. This diverse environment shelters wildlife including the pileated woodpecker and the endangered Houston toad.

Check the event schedule for interpretive activities including historic tours of the CCC structures, evening presentations and guided nature hikes.

Bastrop State Park-Historic CCC-built native rock cabins, lodges, freshwater swimming pool and bathhouse. Lake Bastrop offers boating, fishing, swimming and water skiing. Camp amongst the pine trees or tee off at one of the most scenic 18-hole golf courses in Central Texas. Dogs and people love the sandy, shady 7-mile long Lost Pines Trail or one of several shorter trails.

Scenic Drive-Experienced bike riders will enjoy Park Road 1C between Bastrop and Buescher State Parks. You may also drive this scenic route through the Lost Pines, a remnant of an extensive pine-oak forest covering much of Central Texas during the last ice age.

Beuscher State Park-Land contained in the original Stephen F. Austin’s grant offers historical sites found with GPS. Watch wildlife and 250 species of birds. Stocked fishing lake with non-motorized boating. Beuscher Hiking Trail is a 7.7-mile trail that follows Park Road 1C towards Bastrop SP. The easy trail is covered in pine needles and shaded most of the trail.

Accommodations include primitive camping, cabins, lodges, RV spots and campsites. You may reserve through the ReserveAmerica system or contact the parks directly.

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Dec 19 2007

Posted by CyberCelt under Beach, Camping, Camping, Family Fun, Fish/Hunt, Golf, Hike/Bike/Run, RV Parks

Medina Lake Time Again

We are planning to spend Friday this week to Friday next week at Medina Lake. The weather is so pretty down here in Texas and I can not think of where I would rather be for Christmas.

our camping spot on Medina LakeOur Camping Spot
Photograph by Eileen Trainor, all rights reserved

Medina Lake is full to the brim and incredibly clear. Below is a picture of the view from the campsite above. The river is glass and the reflection of the far shore is perfectly mirrored in the water.

view across Medina Lak

Crystal Clear Medina Lake
Photograph by Eileen Trainor, all rights reserved

Of course, my favorite pastime is feeding the deer. Look at the little fawn below. He looked just days old when we first saw him. By the end of our last trip, he was eating out of our hands.

Lake Medina deerDeer at Medina Lake

Photograph by Eileen Trainor, all rights reserved

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Nov 17 2007

Posted by CyberCelt under Activities, Family Fun, Fish/Hunt

2007-2008 Trout Stocking Schedule

In December 2007 through March 2008, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department stocks Texas lakes and ponds with Trout. Click to view the 2007-2008 Trout Stocking Schedule by county.

  • Stocking dates are subject to change. Always contact the hatchery stocking location. Phone numbers for hatcheries are listed at the bottom of page.
  • Trout anglers will need the $5 Freshwater Fishing Stamp, which is included in all freshwater license packages. Anglers under 17 years of age are not required to have a license and don’t need to purchase a stamp.
  • Licenses and stamps are not required when fishing within a Texas State Park.
  • Statewide Regulations: No Minimum Length Limit; Daily Bag = 5 trout

If Trout is not your fish, click to view TPWD Fish Stocking Reports for Frequently Stocked Species.

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