All Adventure & Recreation Articles
A Drowning Survivor's Message: Be Safe on the Water
Swimming lessons are an essential element of water safety.
Teen Bikers Took the Ride of a Lifetime Across Texas in 1974
The riders and the landscape have changed since that eventful trip.
Camping in Style in a Vintage Trailer
Trailers showcase the cozy and cool spaces of years past.
How To Thrive As An SOB (Spouse Of A Birder)
Suggestions for friends and partners of true birders.
I'm a Park Ranger and New Mother. Can I Raise an Outdoors Kid?
Introducing children to the outdoors can seem like an overwhelming task, but it's worth it.
Belton Beckons Travelers With Biking, Climbing and Barbecue
Central Texas town and its namesake lake offer outdoor opportunities aplenty.
Ask a Warden: What Are Some Ways to Introduce My Family to Fishing?
Texas Game Warden Wei-Wei Lin offers tips on getting started.
TPWD Adds River Access Sites on Brazos, Colorado
Sites offer expanded public fishing and paddling opportunities.
When Packing For a Hiking Trip, Less is More
The less I bring, the more I enjoy the trip.
Fun Family Photo Wins State Parks Photo Contest Grand Prize
The yearlong contest drew more than 6,000 entries.
Texas Prepares For Total Solar Eclipse
The event will be a natural phenomenon like no other.
Visit (Or Re-Visit) the San Antonio River Walk
The historic waterway offers new opportunities for lovers of culture, nature and history.
Camper Vans Offer an Experience Between a Tent and RV
The vehicle fills a different need, and its appeal lies in its functionality.
Check Out These Parks That Aren't State Parks
These national and local green spaces provide spots to recreate and enjoy nature.
Try These Phone Apps to Enhance Your Knowledge of Nature
Turn your phone into a botany expert, star chart, bird identifier or nature trail guide.
Great Outdoor Scavenger Hunt (GOSH) 2023 is a Wrap!
Hundreds of Texans participated in our statewide scavenger hunt
Climbing the Cliffs of Lake Mineral Wells State Park
Climbers can explore the park's caves, crevices and narrow passageways.
Susana Cruz, Founder of Chicana in Nature, Welcomes Everyone to the Outdoors
Cruz' organization creates opportunities for people of color to learn about and enjoy the outdoors.
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
Meet Irene Ogeto, the Black Hiking Queen
Hiking latecomer's blog inspires people to get outside.
