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Eva Frederick

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Cowboy poets circle around a campfire to share their poems
November 2024 Issue

Cowboy Poetry Encompasses the Beauty, Melancholy and Fun of the Range

This oral tradition springs from the trail-driving days of the 1870s.

Story by Eva Frederick
Aerial view of South Llano river state park and the Llano river
August/September 2024 Issue

Go With the Flow in Junction

Hill Country town, known as the Land of Living Waters, offers shopping, parks and river fun.

Story by Eva Frederick
Birders look out over the wetlands at the Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center
January/February 2025 Issue

Port Aransas' Whooping Crane Festival Celebrates Texas Coast's Most Iconic Bird

Each of our 2025 travel stories focuses on a Texas festival. We kick off the series in Port Aransas.

Story by Eva Frederick
a crowd of people taking pictures during the illumination of Goliad State Park’s Mission Espíritu Santo alter
April 2023 Issue

On The Same Day Each Year, A Religious Statue at Goliad is Illuminated — And We Still Don't Know Exactly Why

People travel to Mission Espíritu Santo every year to see the "Goliad Illumination."

Story by Eva Frederick
Two mourning doves flying in bright blue sky
August/September 2025 Issue

Hamilton Puts on a Festival For the Love of Dove

The Hamilton County Dove Festival provides a rollicking kickoff ot bird hunting season.

Story by Eva Frederick
Trans-Pecos Copperhead snake on rock at nighttime in West Texas
July 2025 Issue

Snake Days Is an Annual Celebration of All Things Reptile and Amphibian

The "herpers" who attend form close-knit community of dedicated snake lovers.

Story by Eva Frederick
buffalo run at caprock canyons
November 2023 Issue

Bison Death Plunge at Caprock Canyons

Archeological discovery in the Panhandle reveals where Native Americans drove bison off a cliff.

Story by Eva Frederick
Suzana Cruz
November 2023 Issue

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.

Story by Eva Frederick
A view of a park with trails, water, and a bridge.
July 2026 Issue

With Outdoors Galore, It’s Time You Got to Know Del Rio

The border town abounds with birds, history and sparkling spring water.

Story by Eva Frederick
Beach At South Padre Island
August/September 2026 Issue

South Padre Island’s Beaches, Wildlife and Fishing Make It a Top Outdoor Destination

With its iconic blue water, the island is a favorite Texas getaway.

Story by Eva Frederick