Nestled in the heart of West Texas, just 20 minutes from downtown El Paso, the Franklin Mountains State Park is a true hidden gem for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. With its stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and many recreational activities,
Read postNestled in the westernmost tip of Texas, is the city of El Paso, one of the largest cities (by land area) in Texas. I had the pleasure of taking a trip to El Paso this past week and experiencing the
Read postWhenever I have a free weekend in the Fall/Spring seasons, I try to get out and go camping at one of our 88 state parks in Texas. This weekend I chose to take a short, two-hour drive out to Palmetto
Read postLake Whitney and Meridian Lake State Parks are only about a 40-minute drive away from one another and offer very different hiking/camping experiences. I visited both parks in one camping weekend. Here’s my take on both. Lake Whitney State Park
Read postIt’s a normal morning, I’m taking the first 20 minutes of my day to read through the news headlines and drink my coffee and I come across this: “A popular state park southeast of Dallas is poised to become an
Read postI grew up in northern Michigan in the 90’s where my non-school days consisted entirely of being outside playing with friends until dark. I’ve always had a love for being outside, exploring, and simply being in the wild. When I
Read postPark 1/89 Being outside in the wilderness has always been something that has brought me a lot of joy. I like hearing the sounds of the insects, the birds, the squirrels and smelling the fresh air. Growing up in Michigan,
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