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Packing List: Winter Birding on the Coast
I just returned this afternoon from a trip to the Texas coast, and I was reminded why I love the beach in winter. Tourists have gone home, the beaches are empty, and every…
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Mmmm! Campfire Peach Cobbler
This is my go-to camping treat, my secret way to impress people with my campfire cooking. It is both delicious and easy. What You’ll Need Dutch Oven (mine is 12″) 1 bag charcoal…
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What to Wear: Winter on the Texas Gulf Coast
For the last two years, I’ve made wintertime trips to the Texas Coast. I would have never thought to do this on my own, but thanks to work meetings and a friend’s wedding,…
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That Time I Turned into a Birder at High Island, TX
I’ll be the first to admit, I don’t consider myself a birder. I love and appreciate birds, in the same way that I love and appreciate other wildlife, but the notion of knowing…
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A Quaint Hill Country Getaway: Sage Hill Inn
Austin has been very wet and cold for the past few weeks, and we’ve been pinned up indoors with nothing to do but watch the first two seasons of Longmire. As wonderful as…
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Field Fashion Friday: Doggie Edition
Ruffwear Bark’n Boots Grip Trex Dog Boots, $70, rei.com. Since I’m always trying to think of a way to make Trooper more comfortable, I’ve decided to devote this field fashion Friday to keeping…
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A Hiking Outfit Inspired by the Duchess of Cambridge in Borneo, 2012
Friday was the Duchess of Cambridge’s birthday. Happy belated birthday, Kate! I have been a fan of hers ever since she entered the scene. Her poise, timeless style and down-to-earth manner are magnetic.…
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Field Fashion Friday: Kate’s Boots
Merrell Mattertal Echo, $199, Moosejaw.com. In honor of the Duchess of Cambridge’s birthday on Friday, I’m devoting two fashion posts to how to emulate her style in the field, because well–its perfect. She’s…
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My 3 Secrets to Skeet Shooting Success
On afternoons in high school, I would head straight to the gun club in my school uniform for skeet shooting lessons. My instructor, Terry, was a trap and skeet Olympian who wore the…
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Field Fashion Friday: Marmot Kitzbuhel Vest
Marmot Kitzbuhel Vest, $100, REI.com. I love vests. They are perfect in Texas winters and versatile when paired with anything from a pressed button down shirt to a t shirt. I tried this…
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