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Changing of the Leaves at Lost Maples

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:00:54 +0000

Most people relate fall foliage and the "changing of the leaves" to the eastern portion of the United States. However, portions of Texas actually see dramatic changes in foliage coloration as fall draws near. Although areas in East and Central Texas have changing foliage during fall, Lost Maples State Natural Area in the Texas Hill Country has the most vivid fall leaf coloration in the state. Lost Maples, which was opened to the public in 1979, encompasses over 2,000 acres on the Sabinal River and draws over 200,000 visitors annually. Part of Lost Maples appeal is their year around outdoor recreational opportunities, which include hiking, birding, fishing, paddle sports, and mountain climbing. However, Lost Maples' biggest draw is the changing of the leaves each fall. Read More

Changing of the Leaves at Lost Maples originally appeared on About.com Texas Travel on Friday, November 6th, 2009 at 08:00:54.

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2009 Nine Flags Festival

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:31:53 +0000

Founded in 1997, the Nine Flags Festival has become one of the most popular holiday celebrations in Texas. Held in Nacogdoches, the state's oldest town, the Nine Flags Festival celebrates all of the various cultures that have influenced Texas through time. This year's festival is set for Nov. 14-Dec. 12. Read More

2009 Nine Flags Festival originally appeared on About.com Texas Travel on Monday, November 2nd, 2009 at 19:31:53.

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2009 George West Storyfest

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:03:00 +0000

The first Saturday of November each year sees the small town of George West host its annual Storyfest, which features a variety of storytellers offering renditions of folklore, cowboy tales, fables, legend and lore. This year's Storyfest is set for Nov. 7. Read More

2009 George West Storyfest originally appeared on About.com Texas Travel on Sunday, November 1st, 2009 at 10:03:00.

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Gladys Porter's 'Boo at the Zoo'

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 07:23:00 +0000

Staged throughout Gladys Porter Zoo, Boo at the Zoo features carnival-style games and treat stations, as well as face painting, music and concessions. The big draw is the huge Haunted House, which includes over 5,000 square feet of fright. Boo at the Zoo is held over two nights, Oct. 30-31. Admission is $3.50 each night. Read More

Gladys Porter's 'Boo at the Zoo' originally appeared on About.com Texas Travel on Monday, October 26th, 2009 at 07:23:00.

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2009 Port Isabel Day of the Dead Celebration

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 09:59:43 +0000

In Mexico, the end of October marks a time-honored celebration known as "Day of the Dead." Over time, the tradition has crept into the Mexican-influenced Texas border region. Towns across South Texas now host events on an annual basis. This October 31, Port Isabel will once again host its "Los Colores de Muerto!" Day of the Dead celebration. Read More

2009 Port Isabel Day of the Dead Celebration originally appeared on About.com Texas Travel on Monday, October 19th, 2009 at 09:59:43.

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2009 Terlingua International Chili Cookoff

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 16:58:24 +0000

Held the first Saturday of November, the Terlingua International Chili Championship is the "grandaddy" of all chili cookoffs. This CASI sanctioned event is actually a four day festival that culminates with the chili cookoff on Saturday. This year's Terlingua Chili Cookoff is set for Saturday, Nov. 7, with a bean, salsa and chicken wing contest set to be held Friday, Nov. 6. Read More

2009 Terlingua International Chili Cookoff originally appeared on About.com Texas Travel on Saturday, October 17th, 2009 at 16:58:24.

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2009 WurstFest

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:16:46 +0000

A "Ten Day Salute to Sausage," Wurstfest has been drawing visitors to the German-influenced Hill Country town of New Braunfels for over four decades. In the early days, when it was still known as Sausage Festival, the event drew a few thousand. Today, well over 100,000 people attend the event annually. The 2009 edition, which is set for October 30 - November 8, is expected to be among the largest ever. Read More

2009 WurstFest originally appeared on About.com Texas Travel on Monday, October 12th, 2009 at 11:16:46.

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2009 Czhilispiel

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 12:10:23 +0000

Based in the Czech settlement of Flatonia, Czhilispiel has been held annually for over 30 years, drawing some of the best chili and bbq cook-off teams from across the state. Always held the fourth full weekend of October, Czhilispiel features a top shelf entertainment lineup as well. Cooder Graw, Bruce Robinson, Cory Morrow and Charlie Robison are among the scheduled performers at the 2009 Czhilispiel, which will run Oct. 25-27th. Read More

2009 Czhilispiel originally appeared on About.com Texas Travel on Thursday, October 8th, 2009 at 12:10:23.

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2009 Texas Mushroom Festival

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:40:15 +0000

In an effort to boost tourism and bring a new cultural experience to its region, Madisonville began hosting the Texas Mushroom Festival. Held annually in downtown Madisonville, the Texas Mushroom Festival is an event showcasing mushroom cooking demonstrations, wine tasting, mushroom growing demonstrations, a queen's contest, dance, 5K run, photo contest, arts & crafts and more. The night before the festival, there is also a gala dinner and auction. This year's Texas Mushroom Festival is set for Oct. 16-17. Read More

2009 Texas Mushroom Festival originally appeared on About.com Texas Travel on Tuesday, October 6th, 2009 at 13:40:15.

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2009 Austin Film Festival

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 15:09:29 +0000

Every October, Texas' capital city plays host to the Austin Film Festival. This week-long event includes a four-day industry conference, film screenings, screenplay and film competitions, and more. The 2009 festival will showcase nearly 200 films showing between Oct. 22 - 29. Read More

2009 Austin Film Festival originally appeared on About.com Texas Travel on Friday, October 2nd, 2009 at 15:09:29.

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