Vacation 2010
Possum Kingdom State Park "Getting Better All The Time"
New Cabins Underway
CADDO - One of Texas’ most scenic and popular water-sport parks will soon boast two new rustic-style cabins to meet the eager demand of year-round visitors.

Behind The Scenes
with Bill Coakley
In every issue of State Parks Getaways, we go behind the scenes. In this issue, we interview Bill Coakley, Volunteer at Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm.
Activity / How-To
Fishing hot spots in state parks.
It’s fun, it’s free, and you don’t need a fishing license. If Texas state parks don’t rank high on your list of favorite fishing spots, think again.
A Closer Look At...
The Red Drum
Looking for a Quick Getaway?
Destination: Big Bend Ranch State Park
Fueled by adrenaline, coffee and a full breakfast, we quickly fell into pace.

Featured Event
September 11, 2010 – Kid's Day Out- A Free Day of Family Fun
Join the Inks Lake State Park Interpretive Staff as they partner with the local community to provide a wonderful family event held at the Rodeo Grounds. This free family event offers a variety of activities to choose from – archery, angler education, canoeing, games, horse drawn carriage rides, free giveaways, prizes, a talent contest, and much more!! You can even take home your own tree when you visit the Highland Lakes Master Naturalists booth. For more details, contact the Burnet Chamber of Commerce (512) 756- 4297.












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