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Glimpse gators in all their glory at these boggy Houston-area locales
Read full article: Glimpse gators in all their glory at these boggy Houston-area localesThough alligators are plentiful in the rivers, bayous, creeks and backwater sloughs of the eastern third of Texas, the massive creatures can be somewhat elusive. For stellar alligator observation opportunities, try these Texas parks, sanctuaries and wildlife refuges.
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Oh, baby! Meet Brazos Bend State Park’s newest bundles of joy -- several snappy lil’ gators
Read full article: Oh, baby! Meet Brazos Bend State Park’s newest bundles of joy -- several snappy lil’ gatorsBrazos Bend State Park staff recently welcomed some snappy new bundles of joy into the world -- several tiny lil’ alligators.
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Take the family stargazing this summer at the newly renovated George Observatory in Brazos Bend State Park
Read full article: Take the family stargazing this summer at the newly renovated George Observatory in Brazos Bend State ParkCounting stars! Check out this perfect outdoor activity the entire family will enjoy.
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These 4 Texas state parks are ranked among the best in the nation
Read full article: These 4 Texas state parks are ranked among the best in the nationWant to breathe in the fresh air, stretch your legs, and rejuvenate in the natural world? Consider a trip to one of the Lone Star State’s parks. Vacation rental company HomeToGo recently released its annual list of the 21 best state parks. Four Texas state parks -- Garner State Park (No. 7), Brazos Bend State Park (No. 11), Kickapoo Cavern State Park (12) and Caddo Lake State Park (No. 15) -- clinched a place on the list.
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George Observatory reopening this weekend after 2-year renovation
Read full article: George Observatory reopening this weekend after 2-year renovationFirst opened in the fall of 1989, the George Observatory has been closed since 2019. “We are so excited to welcome visitors back to the newly-remodeled George Observatory. While most are in remote areas, the George Observatory is uniquely placed within Brazos Bend State Park. The George Observatory will open to the public every Saturday at 3 p.m. The Gorge Observatory is located inside Brazos Bend State Park at 21901 FM 762 Rd.
Oh, my stars! Where to stargaze in and around the Houston area
Read full article: Oh, my stars! Where to stargaze in and around the Houston areaLike one wildly popular Texas tune says, the stars at night are big and bright and the prairie sky is wide and high, deep in the heart of Texas. But in Houston? Not so much. Ironically, here in Space city, the solar system’s superior celestial sights elude us and Texas’s famous stars at night remain hidden behind some serious light pollution. Those who want to glimpse a meteor as it streaks across the night sky, gaze in wonder at the Milky Way, pick out a distant planet amid a twinkling sea of stars or simply trace a few familiar constellations, will have to motor a good ways away from as many bright city lights as possible.
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2 Texas parks named America’s most extraordinary state parks
Read full article: 2 Texas parks named America’s most extraordinary state parksAmerica has 8,565 state parks nationwide, almost every town is only a short drive away from the nearest one. Each park offers something unique to visitors. In 2017, state parks recorded an all-time record of 807 million visitors. Two Texas state parks — Palo Duro Canyon State Park and Brazos Bend State Park — came in second and third respectively among the list of 20 state parks. Top 10 state parks on the 2020 US State Park Index:
5 secret gems you can only find in Fort Bend County
Read full article: 5 secret gems you can only find in Fort Bend CountyIf you haven’t had a chance to visit the outskirts of Houston, you’re missing out. One place you definitely need to add to your weekend plans is Fort Bend County. From Katy to Missouri City, Sugar Land, Stafford – there are a lot of unique cities to explore.
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DPS: Two teens dead in crash in Fort Bend County
Read full article: DPS: Two teens dead in crash in Fort Bend CountyFORT BEND COUNTY, Texas – Two teenagers are dead and another injured after a crash on FM 762 in Fort Bend County, officials say. The accident happened late Friday afternoon on FM 762 and Cummings, just north of Brazos Bend State Park. DPS troopers say the car was traveling around a curve when a dump truck pulled out. The vehicle crossed the center lane and hit the dump truck. We're told the driver of the truck was not seriously injured.