All Adventure & Recreation Articles

August/September 2023 Issue

Tips for Boaters to Stay Safe on the Water

Life jackets, other measures can save lives.

By TPWD Staff
August 01, 2025

Finding Healing on Horseback on State Park Trails

A Texan rides at all state parks with equestrian trails, and finds solace along the way.

Story and photos by Shannon King
August 01, 2025

Stories in Stone: Hiking Seminole Canyon's Canyon Rim Trail

Distance: 4 miles • Difficulty Level: 4/5 • Approximate Time: 1.5-2 hours one way

By Kristen Tibbetts
October 2023 Issue

Meet Irene Ogeto, the Black Hiking Queen

Hiking latecomer's blog inspires people to get outside.

By Louie Bond
June 2024 Issue

Best State Parks for Summertime Swimming

Beat the heat in natural swimming holes at these six parks.

By Pam LeBlanc
June 2024 Issue

A Drowning Survivor's Message: Be Safe on the Water

Swimming lessons are an essential element of water safety.

By Liz Colvin
June 2024 Issue

Teen Bikers Took the Ride of a Lifetime Across Texas in 1974

The riders and the landscape have changed since that eventful trip.

By Forrest M. Mims III
October 2024 Issue

A Dad and Daughter Make the Most of Texas' Flourishing Surf Scene

They learn to ride the waves as they prepare for Mustang Island's fickle, fabled surf break.

Story by Dan Oko
November 2024 Issue

A Look Back at the 2024 Great Outdoor Scavenger Hunt

GOSH, it was a fun summer!

November 2024 Issue

Paddle Camping Offers a Number of Advantages over Backpacking

Stop counting every ounce of gear and let your canoe do the heavy lifting.

Story and photos by Pam LeBlanc
August 01, 2025

Go Long (10 Miles and Over) on These Hill Country Hikes

These five Hill Country state parks contain scenic routes for an extended day of hiking.

Story by Scott Dubois
December 2024 Issue

Sleeping Soundly in the Sand? Here's How

If you do it right, beach camping doesn't have to be a sticky, itchy, grainy mess.

Story by Pam LeBlanc
December 2024 Issue

New Paddling Trails Website Offers Guide to Texas Rivers, Bays and Marshes Galore

The Texas Paddling Trail Finder allows users to search for trails by water body or location.

Story by TPW Magazine Staff
July 2024 Issue

These Foods and Parks Pair Well Together

Explore these park-inspired cuisines on your next campout.

Story by Pam LeBlanc
August/September 2024 Issue

Hammocks Provide a Tree-Swinging Alternative to Tents

Camping off the ground has some advantages.

Story by Pam LeBlanc
August/September 2024 Issue

Microadventures Provide Discovery in Bite-Size Pieces

Nature outings can be short, simple and cheap.

Story by Dan Oko
January/February 2025 Issue

A Psychologist Explains How Nature Really Does Heal Us

Time outside offers wide-ranging benefits for mental health.

Ziv Shafir
October 2024 Issue

Yes, Dehydrated Meals Can Taste Good — Really!

These quick meals for backpackers don't taste like cardboard.

Story by Pam LeBlanc
October 2024 Issue

Camping and Community With Black Women Who

Camping, kayaking and sharing outdoor experiences set the stage for sisterhood.

By Kenyetta McGowens
October 2024 Issue

Type 2 Adventure: You May Be Miserable Today, But You'll Love the Memories!

Sometimes the best part of a trip is looking back on it later.

By Ky Harkey