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Waterfalls at Letchworth State Park

If you like waterfalls then read this to see why you really need to check out Letchworth State Park!

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Cactus of the Southwest - Cactus Photographs

Photographs of cactus of the southwest deserts in their natural environments. Includes cactus from Big Bend National Park, Organ Pipe National Monument and Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge.

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Florida Hunting in the Fall Season

Florida Hunting is second to none. The experienced hunter knows there is much more to Florida than beaches and theme parks. Beyond the typical tourist hustle and bustle, a wild side is just waiting for exploration. From small game like squirrels and waterfowl to deer, hogs and an occasional alligator, the fall hunting season in Florida is slightly different that just about any other.

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Big Bend Bushwhack

A description of a 30-mile hike in Big Bend National Park included a 12-mile off trail bushwhack section.

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Big Bend National Park ~ Interesting History ~ Pictures of Vacation in West Texas

We recently had old slides converted into DVDs and the 47 pictures of Big Bend National Park are derived from them. Enjoy learning about this southwest part of Texas as I did in reviewing and writing this hub. Fascinating history and landscape!

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The Great State of Texas

Texas is one of the great states in this here United States (im trying to talk like someone from Texas, even though I am). Covering around 269,000 square miles, 800 miles north/south, and 773 miles east/west,...

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Top Ten Places to Visit in Texas: The Second List

Top Ten Places to Visit in Texas, The Second List If you haven’t already read my first list of Places, visit here: Top Ten Places to Visit in Texas. If you have, please enjoy the hub! Aw, its time for...

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The Legend of John Henry

"John Henry" is perhaps the best known and most recorded American folk song dating back to the late 19th century. The ballad chronicles the story of a folk hero who was a steel driving hammer man. Some tell the story of his birth and his own belief...

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I Nearly Died in That Desert!

© C.Calhoun 2012. All rights reserved. When I was fourteen and in high school, I had the chance to take a month-long seminar. It was a trip to the Chihuahuan Desert in Big Bend National Park. The trip involved camping, backpacking, canoeing and...

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Take A Relaxing Vacation in Big Bend National Park

Sometimes when the fast pace life of living in the city takes its toll on us the very thing that we are in need of is being in a place were we can experience the healing effect of solitude. Those who love nature and having a big share of outdoor...

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