The historic Forest Park Miniature Railroad has been delighting families on runs through Fort Worth since 1959. The track runs…
Orienteering Fun in Texas
If you have heard of orienteering, chances are that you have some ties to either Boy Scouts or a High…
McCown Valley Park, Whitney
After years of listening to my youngest complain that he just wasn’t a bike rider, we had finally had enough.…
West End Historical District, Dallas
When I moved to Dallas in 1990, West End was the place to be, but the mall and cinema are…
Texas and Pacific Railroad Terminal, Fort Worth
I felt like the Spanish Explorer Cortes the day I discovered the Texas and Pacific Railroad Terminal sparkling in the…
Union Station, Dallas
I’m a little romantic about trains. I love the idea of rides across the empty prairies at the early part…
Dealy Plaza, Dallas
Dealy Plaza is considered the most visited tourist destination in Dallas, and on almost any day you’ll find the grounds…
Trinity Railway Express, Dallas to Fort Worth
Trinity Railway Express runs from Fort Worth T&P Station to Dallas Union Station, and it’s a fun and convenient way…
Graffiti Park at Castle Hills (HOPE Outdoor Gallery), Austin
Austin Graffiti Park is a colorful blast! Occupying the remains of an old building foundation, the 3 story graffiti art…
Austin Bat Refuge, Austin
We seem to travel almost every weekend, and one weekend in Austin was certainly more than an adventure than a…
HI Austin Hostel, Austin
I first became aware of the HI Austin Hostel through Girl Scouts, which has a patch for those scouts who…
Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trail, Austin
Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trail, also known as the Roy and Ann Butler Hike and Bike Trail, runs…
Covert Park at Mount Bonnell, Austin
You won’t find many Austin locals at Covert Park at Mount Bonnell, as it’s one of the city’s biggest tourist…
Austin Aquarium, Austin
Please don’t let the strip-center location fool you, this is a really fun aquarium that kids will love because it’s…
Historic Downtown Carrollton
My family and I were invited out to visit the North Texas Outdoor Pursuit Center for a fun day of…