Gear Review: Kuhl Aktivator Jacket
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by texastrailhead
1M ago
Kuhl makes some of the best gear for spending time outside. With a slogan, “Born in the Mountains”, items like pants, shirts, and packs, better hold up to heavy usage, and Kuhl’s outerwear is no exception. The Kuhl Aktivator jacket is built for packability but designed for durability. Disclaimer: Kuhl has submitted this jacket for review, but all of the opinions are the writer’s own. This post contains affiliate links. Purchases made through them send a small commission to TXTH at no additional cost but go a long way in creating new content. Aktivator Jacket Features Because Texas weather ca ..read more
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New Solar Eclipse Viewing Bundle from Nocs Provisions
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by texastrailhead
1M ago
Nocs Provisions make some of my favorite binoculars and monoculars, and to get all of us ready for the upcoming solar eclipse, they have announced an attachment for their Zoom Tube! On top of that, Nocs Provisions released a new solar eclipse viewing bundle to get everything you need at once. Check out the press release below for more details. Affiliate Disclosure: this post contains affiliate links that send a commission to TXTH at no additional cost to you. By making purchases through those links commissions help support this website. Press Release: Today, Nocs Provisions has laun ..read more
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31 Texas State Parks to see Total Solar Eclipse
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by texastrailhead
1M ago
On April 8th, 2024, a total solar eclipse will be making a direct path through parts of Texas. These are the 31 Texas state parks where you can see the total solar eclipse. Most parks require a minimum two-night stay if you’d like to camp at any of these locations during the solar eclipse, but check with each park to see if there are reservations. If you’re unfamiliar with making reservations online, check out this post, and don’t forget your eclipse glasses (affiliate). Image courtesy TPWD Texas State Parks in Direct Path of Solar Eclipse Kickapoo Cavern SP Garner SP Devil’s Sinkhole SNA (TP ..read more
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Is the Orvis Helios 4 the best fly rod in the market?
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by texastrailhead
1M ago
Affiliate disclosure: This post contains affiliate links that send a commission to Texas Trailhead with purchase at no additional cost. Fly fishing has come a long way since the beginning of Orvis back in 1856, but like most pieces of gear, they evolve and improve over time. The Orvis Helios 4, or Helios, is out, so here are some first impressions of the new fly rod. Sure, you can still fish with old equipment and catch fish, but the technological improvements of the fourth Helios fly rod are slated to make this fly rod the best, most accurate fly rod on the market. What makes the Helios great ..read more
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Travis Audubon Baker Sanctuary Visit Recap
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by texastrailhead
2M ago
One of the perks of being a member of the Travis County Audubon is special access to Baker Sanctuary just northwest of Austin, TX. So before we get started, to access this preserve you either need to be a member of Travis Audubon, or go with someone who is. You can learn more about donating here. Baker Sanctuary consists of 715 acres of hill country goodness. That typically means limestone terrain, ash-juniper trees, oaks, and great views. Even more importantly, those juniper trees provide an important resource to the nesting Golden-Cheeked Warblers that use the bark from those trees during ne ..read more
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Here are the 20 Texas National Wildlife Refuges
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by texastrailhead
2M ago
updated 01/24 If you’re wondering if there’s a national wildlife refuge near you, you’ll be happy to know there are 20 Texas National Wildlife Refuges. They all offer an opportunity to visit land designated to protect various wildlife and a great opportunity for hiking, birding, hunting, and much more. It’s important to know that there are different fees associated with each location, and most are CASH ONLY. They will also offer different visitor center experiences that may have gift shops as well. These are usually run by the “Friends of” groups that help maintain the refuges. Visit the main ..read more
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What should you pack in your day hike backpack?
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by texastrailhead
2M ago
For beginners, it’s easy to get lost in gear. Heck, it’s easy to get lost in gear for well-seasoned hikers as well, but it doesn’t take a lot to be ready for a day out on the trails. If you’re wondering what you should be putting into your backpack for a day-hike check out this list to learn about what’s in my day hike backpack. The day hike basics So you may have heard of the 10 Essentials, and they’re definitely important, but for shorter hikes in parks that you are familiar with they might not all be necessary. If you’re heading out to a new park, or anything over just a couple of miles, th ..read more
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Cedar Hill State Park Visit Recap
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by texastrailhead
3M ago
Cedar Hill State Park is close to Dallas, but still far enough away to get a great sense of the outdoors. The water at this Texas State Park provides a beautiful backdrop for any outdoor adventure including hiking, camping, boating, and fishing. It’s also really close to Lake Whitney State Park which was a fun visit. Cedar Hill State Park sits off of Joe Pool Lake, which covers over 7,000 acres and can be accessed from multiple points. The state park is one of four parks that you can access, and each offers fun recreation opportunities. Click here to learn more about the other parks that you ..read more
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Lake Whitney State Park Visit Recap
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by texastrailhead
4M ago
There are a handful of corners in Texas where you can access multiple Texas state parks in a weekend visit. Lake Whitney State Park is near Cleburne SP, Dinosaur Valley SP, and Meridian SP, but on a recent visit to those three, Lake Whitney didn’t make the cut, so I decided I was going to stop and do a day hike while heading to Dallas. The area had been impacted by winter storms earlier in the year, and heavy flooding recently, so upon arrival the ranger at the check-in kiosk let us know which areas were accessible to hike. Thankfully the smaller trails near the lake were open, and that’s wher ..read more
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Adidas TERREX: MEMBERS GET UP TO 70% OFF
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by texastrailhead
4M ago
As the temperatures start to drop around Texas, time on the trails starts to go up. If you join the adidas member program you could save up to 70% off Terrex gear that’s perfect for hiking. Texas Trailhead is part of the adidas blogger community, so it’s been a blast bringing you the latest information about the Terrex hiking items including the top-rated hiking shoes. Still, there are so many items in the collection that can be worn on and off the trails. What is adidas Terrex? From the adidas website: adidas Terrex is our line of outdoor adventure gear, spanning boots to jackets to gloves an ..read more
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