I just want to give everyone a hearty shove in the direction of the Willow City Loop that Jaqui mentions here. The wildflowers are AWESOME this year, and this is an incredible, easily drivable, and potently beautiful place to see them. I'd give yourself about an hour to drive the whole loop, if I remember correctly. My memory is fogged by the memory of the FLOWERS and buzzing critters and breath-taking hill country scenery.
Also, strap yourselves in for the Auction. and don't forget your folding money! There are some really cool things to bid on, especially if you like to get outta dodge and soar with the birds....art! caver stuff! valuable services from your fellow cavers! publication sets! groovy stuff! stuff you want! My last plea met with some real success! Keep it coming! I know you have something fabulous and you haven't told me about it yet! see ya there, Kara ----- Original Message ---- From: J. LaRue Bills <jlrbi...@sonoratx.net> To: Texascavers@texascavers.com; nmca...@caver.net Cc: John P. Brooks <jpbrook...@sbcglobal.net>; Mark Alman <texascav...@yahoo.com>; darla.bis...@triadhospitals.com Sent: Monday, April 9, 2007 8:15:01 AM Subject: [Texascavers] Spring Convention Update Send off that tax return and celebrate by heading to Albert for TSA Spring Convention! You don't have to pack much-there's water on site and there are two restaurants within 6 miles, and many more if you want to drive a bit farther. In Fredericksburg you'll find both H.E.B. and Walmart. You'll want to bring what you like to drink, but there are wineries galore all along Hwy 290, all with tasting rooms. If you bring your dog, bring the leash. Bags for picking up after will be on site. Dogs won't be able to enjoy the presentations with their owners, as the buildings are dog-free, but Saturday presentations will start at a leisurely 9:00 a.m. and there will be a lunch period long enough to walk the dogs or visit the local eateries. There's a designated greenspace with both trees and a grassy area, perfect for frisbees, dog walks, and enjoying the quiet beauty of the Hill Country. Between Saturday's presentations and dinner there will be a brief TSA meeting. After dinner we will have a salon presentation and awards and the TCMA Auction (contact Kara if you're bringing stuff). Sunday morning events: TCMA fundraiser breakfast and TCMA members' meeting. In the Area: The Old Tunnel Wildlife Area is within 25 miles: The bats aren't back yet, but the trail is open and quite nice. 200 yards from the viewing platform is the Alamo Springs store and café. If you are interested in wildflower drive/bike rides, check out the Willow City Loop at: http://www.lnstar.com/mall/txtrails/wildflowers/willowcityloop.htm To the east, there's the LBJ Ranch, and if you head west a bit, Wildseed Farms is fun to visit. See you in Albert! --------------------------------------------------------------------- Visit our website: http://texascavers.com To unsubscribe, e-mail: texascavers-unsubscr...@texascavers.com For additional commands, e-mail: texascavers-h...@texascavers.com ____________________________________________________________________________________ Food fight? Enjoy some healthy debate in the Yahoo! Answers Food & Drink Q&A. http://answers.yahoo.com/dir/?link=list&sid=396545367 --------------------------------------------------------------------- Visit our website: http://texascavers.com To unsubscribe, e-mail: texascavers-unsubscr...@texascavers.com For additional commands, e-mail: texascavers-h...@texascavers.com
