Nature
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Brandee Brantly | June 23, 2017
5 Stunning Texas Hill Country Sunsets to Take In
With picturesque rolling hills and wide open spaces, it is easy to see why sunsets are bigger and...
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Jenny Webster Jurica | June 23, 2017
4 Texas Hill Country Bat Facts That Are NOT For the Squeamish
When you visit the Bracken Bat Colony, you're sure to gain a new appreciation for the bats there,...
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Brandee Brantly | June 23, 2017
What’s Bloomin’ This Summer?
Texas is known most for the wide open roads filled with wildflowers during the spring and summer months....
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THC Staff | June 22, 2017
Watch as Elephants Run to Rescue Calf That Fell Into the Water
After a baby elephant falls into a pool at a South Korean zoo, two adult elephants act quickly...
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Jenny Webster Jurica | June 19, 2017
Are There Bears in the Texas Hill Country and Should You Be Worried?
There have been recent sightings of black bears in the Hill Country. How many bears live here and...
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James Martin | June 18, 2017
5 Hiking Trips Worth the Heat
You can hike despite the fact that it is sweltering outside. Check out these hiking trip opportunities that...
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Sonia Ramirez | June 16, 2017
Reintroducing the Horned Lizard Into the Hill Country
A familiar sight among the landscapes of the Texas Hill Country was the horned lizard.
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THC Staff | June 16, 2017
Watch These Beautiful Young Tigers Learn How to Swim
Tigers are powerful creatures on land and in the water.
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Spring Sault | June 13, 2017
5 Natural Wonders of Texas You Won’t Want to Miss This Summer
The amazement you can experience from simply gazing on these natural wonders in Texas is beyond compare! Start...
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Athena Hessong | June 12, 2017
The Heat is On: Why is it So Hot During the Texas Hill Country Summers?
Texas Hill Country summers are brutally hot. That's no secret, but you may not know the many factors...
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Jenny Webster Jurica | June 8, 2017
Will the Rattlesnake Vaccine Save Your Dog’s Life?
Will the rattlesnake vaccine save your dog in the event of a venomous snake bite? Is it worth...
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Jeromy Kusch | June 7, 2017
Texas Hill Country Wildlife [QUIZ]
There is no shortage of opportunities to enjoy watching the wildlife of the Texas Hill Country. How many...
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Athena Hessong | June 1, 2017
Texas Horned Lizard Making a Comeback From the Brink
Once common across the state, the Texas horned lizard declined to a threatened state, but the numbers of...
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THC Staff | May 31, 2017
Officials Urging Texans to be Mindful When Visiting the Beach After 2 Sea Turtles Found Dead
Watch out for a record number of sea turtles on Texas beaches.
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Athena Hessong | May 30, 2017
Where to Find Lavender Farms in the Texas Hill Country
Lavender farms abound in the Texas Hill Country. Find just where you can go when you want to...
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Athena Hessong | May 26, 2017
5 Super Sites for Stargazing This Summer in Texas
For stargazing, go where city lights don't brighten the sky. Get a clear look at the night sky...
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THC Staff | May 26, 2017
Do You Know the Difference Between a Tornado and a Microburst?
Meteorologists explain why microbursts can be even more damaging than a tornado.
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Spring Sault | May 26, 2017
Big Thicket National Preserve: Group Trips Into the Wilds of Southeast Texas
With ample acreage to explore, group trips into Big Thicket National Preserve can offer incomparable group canoeing, hiking,...
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Jenny Webster Jurica | May 25, 2017
5 Ways to Outsmart Scorpions in Your Home
If you’re new to the Texas Hill Country or even just visiting, something that might catch you off...
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Jenny Webster Jurica | May 24, 2017
Does That Fawn in Your Yard REALLY Need Your Help?
If you see a fawn without its mother, how do you know if it needs your help? Here's...