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  • Texas Co-op Power Sept 2017 Cover
    Blog,  On Travel,  On West Texas,  On Writing

    A Lake in the Desert

    I-20 Wildlife Preserve offers unexpected nature viewing in the shadow of downtown Midland. My Hit the Road article on the I-20 Wildlife Preserve in Midland is in this month’s issue of Texas Co-op Power. When I worked for the Midland CVB, this was one of my favorite places to go to be surrounded by nature. When I’m outside, I’m my fullest self. I’ve had the pleasure to bring journalists from China and the Netherlands, as well as visiting groups from across the country, here to experience the beauty for themselves. The Texas Co-op Power magazine has the largest circulation of any magazine in the Lone Star State and reaches even…

  • Viva Big Bend
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    Viva Big Bend

    Experience the lure of West Texas for yourself Many ask me what’s the best way to experience West Texas. Where to begin. The list is endless. But, the Viva Big Bend music festival has become a tradition of ours. It’s a great excuse to gather with your friends in the Texas mountains and enjoy live music of all genres. You wear crazy outfits and eat great food. You try new cocktails (like the Wahaka This Way at The Saddle Club) and dance in the moonlight. And during the day you can hike the mountains, shop for art, or cool off in Balmorhea State Park, the world’s largest spring-fed pool. (July 27-30, Alpine, Fort Davis,…