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North America » United States » Texas » Jefferson June 5th 2011

We got started early and headed for Caddo Lake State Park. Lots to see there. With some time to kill before the boat tour, we did some hiking in the woods. On the hike, we came across a pavilion built by the CCC (Civilian Conservation Corp) in the 1930’s. It was still in pretty good shape! We had time for a snack before the boat tour (road trips are hard work and you must stay well nourished!) The tour was really amazing. Caddo Lake is loaded with wildlife. We saw a blue heron, several egrets and fortunately, no alligators! We then got back in the car and headed for Jefferson. Our tour guide at Caddo Lake had told us about a great BBQ place in Jefferson, Joseph’s Riverport BBQ. After we topped off our tanks, we ... read more
Caddo Lake State Park
Caddo Lake State Park
Caddo Lake State Park

North America » United States » Texas » Jefferson May 11th 2010

I said in my last blog that the “grand plan” for April 29, 2010 would require the cooperation of the weather. The grand plan for that Thursday was to spend half a day at NY/TX Zip Line Adventures in (where else) New York TX and half a day at the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center in Athens TX. We were happy to see the blue skies, but the zip line folks weren’t excited about the wind and canceled that part of the grand plan. Oh well, I’m sure there will be other opportunities to soar with the eagles. Onward to our second stop of the day. The fisheries center was not what I had expected, but what a treat it turned out to be! I had expected a guided tour through the operations of a fish hatchery. ... read more
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