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Eva Frederick

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Beach shelter with view of ocean and sunrise.
July 15, 2026

Shifting Sands at Mustang Island State Park

The dunes are an ever-changing constant of the coast.

By Eva Frederick
Vernal pool at Enchanted Rock
October 2023 Issue

Enchanted Rock's Ephemeral Ponds Host Diverse Life

Pools contain fairy shrimp, algae and endangered plants.

By Eva Frederick
Great blue heron flies above a calm lake
April 2024 Issue

Fort Parker State Park Offers Deep History and Stunning Sunsets

East Texas park features woodlands, CCC buildings and a lake.

By Eva Frederick
A hiker walks the Bluebird trail at Ray Roberts Lake state park
August/September 2023 Issue

Hiking Ray Roberts Lake State Park's Bluebird Trail

The trail, found in the park's Greenbelt Unit, is a great place to see and hear songbirds.

Story by Eva Frederick
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April 2025 Issue

Stargazing Takes Center Stage at Copper Breaks State Park

This International Dark Sky Park is an off-the-beaten-path destination.

Story by Eva Frederick
Palmetto State Park
August/September 2025 Issue

Palmetto State Park Transports Visitors to Another World

Ephemeral swamps and spiky, prehistoric plants abound at this Central Texas park.

Story by Eva Frederick
People Garner State Park in the 1960s having a picnic
May 2023 Issue

Plan The Perfect Picnic at a Texas State Park

State parks offer prime spots for outdoor eating.

Story by Eva Frederick
Two archeologists in-between boulders photographing pictographs on rock
October 2025 Issue

Recording Rock Imagery at Hueco Tanks State Park

The first comprehensive rock art survey at Hueco Tanks has yielded unrecorded pictograph panels.

Story by Eva Frederick
Dam on the Blanco River.
January/February 2026 Issue

Tiny Blanco State Park is a Huge Hit With Texans

Thanks to its mile of riverfront and family-friendly feel, Blanco is beloved by generations.

Story by Eva Frederick
A scenic view of the Hill Country.
April 2026 Issue

Hill Country State Natural Area Offers Serene and Secluded Surroundings

Retreat to this hilly hideaway for camping, hiking and riding just over an hour from San Antonio.

Story by Eva Frederick