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An Allandale scavenger hunt: Aliens, ducks, a giant spider and more!
I’ve lived in the Allandale neighborhood for more than 20 years, but until the past few months had no idea we were home to an alien landing site. Sure, I knew about the Spider Tree, but had never quite noticed the stump full of little ducks. It turns out that we’re...

More backyard gear testing: The Marmot Limelight tent
Last year, during a January trip to Big Bend Ranch State Park, my husband and I set up our tent at a group camp site, about 20 yards from our truck, just as a massive cold front blew in. I hunkered under a blanket as Chris grilled steaks, and we retreated to the truck...

People are creating their own home gyms while sheltering in place
My normal fitness routine screeched to a halt early last month, when Western Hills Athletic Club suspended swim practices and temporarily shut the pool. Since then I’ve been mainly riding my bike and running. I feel like I’m losing upper body strength that I worked...

All Texas State Parks to close today
This from Texas State Parks this morning: Texas State Parks Temporarily Close to the Public AUSTIN—At the direction of Gov. Greg Abbott, Texas State Parks will be closed to the public effective at the close of business Tuesday, April 7 in order to maintain the safest...