Sheryl Smith-Rodgers
Sheryl Smith-Rodgers is a freelance writer living in Blanco.Articles
Gorman Falls: Chasing Waterfalls at Colorado Bend
Waterfall cascades down a 70-foot cliff, and is growing.
10 Best Beaches of the Texas Coast
Whether you want to bird-watch, fish, camp or simply escape, we've got the beach for you.
Columbus Spreads Its Branches as the City of Oaks
Town harbors big trees and a role in Texas history.
Beaumont: Mixing Birds and Gators, Oil and Water
Successful pairings of odd combinations lead to a fascinating stay in Southeast Texas.
The Flies of Texas
Our thousands of fly species pollinate plants, mimic other bugs, help solve crimes.
When Animals Appear to Be Other Animals (or Even Poop), That's Mimicry at Work
Insects have many reasons to look like other animals or objects.
Backyard Wildlife Become YouTube Stars
With cameras and website, an Austin couple share their animal videos with the world.
Long-Tailed Weasels Are Stealthy, Fearless Hunters
Weasels are rarely seen cousins of skunks and badgers.
Aquatic Caterpillars Turn Into Beautiful Moths
Caterpillars can be pesky, but their transformations into moths are worth the trouble.
Hognose Snakes Act Scary But Aren't Dangerous
Harmless eastern hognose can use a variety of tactics to scare us, including looking like a cobra.