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10 februari 2008

Langs gepost CyberCelt onder Birding, De Overzichten van Campground, Het kamperen, Het kamperen, De Reizen van de dag, Vissen/Jacht, Stijging/Fiets/Gelopen, Aard, De Parken van rv, De Reis van rv, Het Letten op van het wild

De Reis van het Park van de Staat van Buescher

Klein visserijmeer in het Park van de Staat Buescher

Het Meer van de Visserij van het Park van de Staat van Buescher (foto door Eileen Trainor, alle voorgebe*houde rechten).

Wij brachten een restful weekend bij door Het Park van de Staat van Buescher buiten Smithville, Texas. Dit park heeft een recreatiezaal, amphitheater, woonplaatsen en gangen die door de Burgerlijke Korpsen van het Behoud in de jaren '20 wordt gebouwd. Er zijn onderzochte schuilplaatsen en cabines gelegen aan het 25 acre visserijmeer.

Ik merkte op de walk-in het kamperen plaatsen ideaal gezien in een opheldering in het midden van het bos werden gesitueerd. Walk-in was ook niet geen lange stijging.  De faciliteiten omvatten twee speelplaatsen voor kinderen.  De honden worden niet toegestaan in om het even welke parkfaciliteiten en moeten op een 6 voet leiband in het kampeerterrein zijn.

Ik ga de plaatsen van rv delen omdat sommige van deze plaatsen, misschien 20-22 voet werkelijk kort waren. In het Eiken multifunctionele het kamperen van het Toevluchtsoord gebied, zijn plaatsen 16-19, 22 en 28 de enige plaatsen die ruimte voor reisaanhangwagens en RVs hebben. Het comfortabele het kamperen van de Cirkel gebied wordt aangewezen voor de aanhangwagens van rv en van de reis, maar plaatsen 1-4 zijn niet shady noch privé, en hebben genoeg parkerenruimte voor uw auto niet. Plaats 5 is een mooi gehandicapten-toegankelijk plaatsrecht overdwars van de badkamers die gehandicapten-toegankelijke faciliteiten heeft. Plaatsen 6 en 7 zijn o.k., maar onhandig aan terug in. Plaatsen 8 en 9 zijn te kort (<15 voet). Plaatsen 10-14 zijn de roomy, in de schaduw gestelde en privé vlekken.

Verloren Pijnbomen die Sleep wandelen

De Historische Rijweg van Antioch op Verloren Pijnbomen die Sleep wandelen
(foto door Eileen Trainor, alle voorgebe*houde rechten).

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 08 2008

Posted by CyberCelt under Camping, Lakes, RV Parks, Scuba/Snorkel, Strange

Unusual Dives in Texas

Texas has miles and miles of coastline and as many rivers and lakes as there are stars in the sky, so you can always find somewhere close to scuba or snorkle.  What you may not know is that Texas has some very unusual dives.  The three in this post, Athens Scuba Park, Aquarena Center and Valhalla are about as different as night and day.

Athens Scuba Park

Athens Scuba Park

The park facilities were designed by divers for divers. The quarry depth varies from 20-35 feet, with visibility ranging from an average of 35 feet to a maximum of 70 feet. Full training is available, all ages and specialty diving certifications. All diving equipment may be rented.

Explore 30+ wrecks, from Ray Price’s Greyhound bus to a Lockheed C-140 Jet Star plane. There are boats, another airplane, motorcycles and a space capsule below the surface, guaranteed to provide hours of diving fun and to make some of the most amazing backgrounds for underwater photographers.

Amenities include 12 docks, shade pavilions, gear rinse stations, bath house, heated pool, hot tub, camping and RV hookups, sugar sand volleyball court, metal detectors, kayaks, and golf carts.

Hours

Winter (Jan-Feb) Sat-Sun 10am-5pm (call to confirm)
Spring (Mar-Apr) Wed-Sun 10am-5pm
Summer (May-Oct) Wed-Fri 10am-5pm | Sat & Sun 8am - 6pm (camp & night dive Fri & Sat)

Prices

Diver with C-card $15
Night Diving $5
Fills $5

Non Diver $15
Camping $5
Electricity $20

Texas Rivers Center at Aquarena Springs

Aquarena Center

Declared a critical habitat in 1980, Spring Lake, the water impounded at the headwaters of the San Marcos River, is home to eight federally listed species and is governed by the rules and regulations of the Endangered Species Act of 1973. Spring Lake is also registered as an Archaeological site governed by the rules of the state of Texas Antiquities Law.

So, there is no recreational diving allowed. Aquarena’s Diving for Science program is a great way to dive in the cleanest and clearest water in Texas while helping with one of the largest habitat restoration projects in the country.  The water is crystal clear and 72 degrees all year.
LEVEL 1 Scientific Diver Authorization course $220

LEVEL 2 $220

April 21 & 22 and June 9 & 10

Underwater Photography-Taught by David Eation of wetdigital.com, the training will focus on digital photography and computer editing.

June 23 & 24

Underwater Archaeology- This program will take up where Dr. Shiner left off. The two day program will be taught by Texas State Anthropology staff and include lots of diving and work underwater.
March 17 and May 19

Underwater Naturalist- Taught by Aquarena Center Staff, the training will be Aquarena/San Marcos Springs specific and the flora and critters of San Marcos System.

Note: Below the dam that impounds the lake, you may snorkle and scuba dive for miles down the San Marcos River, the natural aquarium of Texas.

Atlas Missile Silo dive site

Dive Valhalla

The water is 60 degrees, 130 feet deep and crystal clear. The scuba experience is enhanced by realizing that you are diving in an Atlas ‘F’ Hardened Missile Silo that used to store Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles (ICBMs). The silo is 60 feet in diameter and everything is 50-70 feet underground.

Dive Valhalla is not open to the general public, but dive reservations are easily arranged through Family Scuba Center. To reserve, a group must consist of an instructor or insured divemaster who will be responsible for coordinating the diving activities and maintaining safety divers ready for any problems. Dive Valhalla staff help coordinate getting the gear and divers from the dressing room level to the water and back safely, as well as doing some of the underwater photography and videography.

Divers should have prior deep diving experience, or be in an advanced or master class with this as your deep dive. Divers should be in good physical condition and habituate themselves to cold water dives in full gear. Divers from all over the world use Valhalla for advanced open water training in deep diving, altitude dives, nitrox, rebreathers and for other specialty courses. There is no light underwater, so you need a dive light, backup dive light and marker light.

For your convenience, Family Scuba Center has training facilities in one location. Five heated indoor pools (4-17 feet deep), class rooms and scuba shop. Family Scuba Center also conducts open water training in Texas lakes and springs and in the Caribbean and Pacific.

Specialty Dive Classes

  • Deeper Diving
  • Search and Recovery
  • Underwater Photography
  • Stress / Rescue
  • Wreck Diving Nitrox Diver
  • Boat Diving
  • Equipment Specialty
  • Drysuit Diving
  • Full Face Mask Diving
  • Altitude Diving
  • Underwater Archeology
  • Underwater Sign Language

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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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Jan 29 2008

Posted by CyberCelt under Animals, Bed & Breakfasts, Camping, Events, Family Fun, RV Parks

February is Rodeo Time in Texas

Cowboy and Horse

Through February 3, 2008
Southwestern Exposition Livestock Show & Rodeo
Will Rogers Memorial Stadium
3400 Burnett Tandy Drive
Fort Worth, TX 76107

Established in 1896, this popular event attracts nearly one million people from around the world to the nation’s oldest livestock show and daily performances of the world’s original indoor rodeo.

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January 31-February 17, 2008
59th Annual San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo
AT&T Center and Freeman Coliseum Grounds
3201 E. Houston Street
San Antonio, Texas

In 1854, in an emerging Texas cattle town, history was made when one of the first ever Texas Agricultural Fairs was held in San Antonio. Today, the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo is one of the top five PRCA rodeos in the nation and is recognized by the PRCA Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame.

On February 17, 2008, attend the South Texas Ranch Rodeo Finals in Horse Barn 2. Ranch Rodeo contestants are actual working cowboys from ranches in and around South Texas. The modern Ranch Rodeo pits teams of working cowboys against one another in events similar to the task they face every day such as steer loading, branding, roping and tying.

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February 21-March 2, 2008
76th Annual San Angelo Stock Show & Rodeo
San Angelo Coliseum
50 E. 43rd
San Angelo, Texas

The PRCA rodeo includes the following events: saddle bronc riding, bare back riding, calf roping, steer wrestling, team roping, bull riding and girls barrel racing.

The 2008 Santa Fe Trail Ride is February 15–23, 2008. It starts at Old Settlers Camp in Buffalo Gap, Texas for 90 mile trek to San Angelo in time for the San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo parade. For more information, please click here to visit the Santa Fe Trail Ride website.

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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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