There's only so much beach time one can handle, right? Okay, maybe some of us never tire of the beach, but there is lots to do in and around Mustang Island aside from beach time! Since I work Monday to Friday and the occasional weekend, it’s challenging for me to do everything that’s offered …
Explore the American South | Travel Stories & Destinations
Warm breezes, rich traditions, and soulful landscapes define the American South. From beaches to bayous, this region invites connection and reflection.
Mustang Island State Park
Walking along the beach for the first time, I couldn't believe my good fortune. Another 2 weeks overlooking the Gulf of Mexico! I thought I'd be able to see the ocean from my camping spot…which was more like a giant parking lot with picnic tables… but I couldn't see it over the sand dunes and …
Lake Corpus Christi State Park, Texas
By now I’ve stayed in many campgrounds. Many different types of campgrounds. The campsite at Lake Corpus Christi State Park remains one of my favorites. If I ever get a kayak again, I would definitely return on my way through Texas. I purchased a site with electricity and water and …
The Ghosts of San Antonio
“I have no doubt of the time being close at hand when I will be rewarded for letting my tongue speak what my heart thinks.” Davy Crockett, August 11, 1835 I knew Davy Crockett as the King of the Wild Frontier, but didn’t know he was in the Battle of the Alamo. Growing up in …
Blanco State Park: A River Runs Through It
Rivers weave in and out of hills and rocks or they flow straight, the water slowly making its way past mud banks, forests, and communities. They sparkle in the sunlight while birds fly above and fish dance below their surface. They provide food to eat, water to drink and cool us off from the hot sun …
Lake Livingston State Park
Lake Livingston State Park Not far from Livingston is Lake Livingston State Park. I probably would preferred to stay here but the campground was closed at the time for renovations and repaving. I bought a Texas State Park Pass and spent the day wandering around the park. As so many of the …
