State Parks Getaways - Texas Parks and Wildlife E-Newsletter

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Holiday 2009

Daingerfield State Park “Getting Better All The Time"
Park System Improvements Reflect Support From Voters, Legislature

Daingerfield State Park

Daingerfield State Park has hired a new employee and is renovating three facilities as well as upgrading the park wastewater system and campsite restrooms, thanks to increased funding provided in 2007 by the Texas Legislature and Texas voters.
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A Campfire Chat
With David Owens

David Owens

In every issue of State Parks Getaways, we go behind the scenes. In this issue, we interview David Owens, Park Specialist at Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway.
Read the interview with David Owens

Activity / How-To
Picture This - Our Chief Photographer Shares His Insights.

Picture This

Follow the “rule of thirds” as you compose your photographs by positioning the most important subjects in the image at or near the intersection of the lines that divide the image into thirds, both vertically and horizontally.
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A Closer Look At...
Bigtooth Maple

Bigtooth Maple
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Looking for a Quick Getaway?
Destination: Abilene

Yurt at Abilene SP

Cotton and oil may no longer be king, but there's still plenty of wind - and good humor.
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Featured Event
December 20, 2009 — Lyndon B. Johnson SP&HS - 40th Annual Tree Lighting

Lyndon B. Johnson Annual Tree Lighting

December 20, 2009 — Lyndon B. Johnson SP&HS — 40th Annual Tree Lighting — Come join the Texas Hill Country community in this special tradition started 40 years ago by President and Mrs. Johnson. Enjoy carolers, a live nativity, Santa Claus, refreshments and of course, the spectacular tree lighting. Then step back in time to the Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm for cookies amid glowing lanterns and a traditional candlelit German Christmas tree. LBJ Park Bookstore and Gift Shop will be open and many other things to help you get into the holiday spirit. Dress for the weather and bring a flashlight. Some areas accessible for the mobility impaired. 6-10 p.m.; donations accepted (830) 644-2252.
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