Update: Greenbelt Closure Continues

Barton Creek Greenbelt closed due to weather concerns

"...Recreation Department announced this afternoon the continued closure of Barton Creek Greenbelt Trail following the last few days' heavy..."

May 12, 2015 News Post by News Staff

New Website Lets You Dip Into the Barton Creek Timestream

Drifting in the history of Barton Springs

"...Sure, you've walked into the Greenbelt through the Gus Fruh entrance, but have you ever..."

April 22, 2022 Screens Feature by Ellen Daly

Guide to Austin Greenbelt Entrances

Reroute no more! Here's a list of Greenbelt access points.

"...navigate the many trails, paths, and crevices of the Barton Creek Greenbelt in the scorching Texas heat to find..."

March 30, 2018 Events Post by Tinu Thomas

Outgunned in the Greenbelt

"...city. The murder that occurred last month on the Barton Creek Greenbelt thrust the issue of parks security into..."

Aug. 8, 1997 News Feature by Robert Bryce

Barton Sees a Building

"...Ah, the solace of the Barton Creek Greenbelt: the trails, the creek, the canopy of..."

Dec. 7, 2001 News Feature by Amy Smith

Postmarks

Keep Off Barton Creek

"...the difference. There are plenty of other areas of Barton Creek for people to use. Can we not afford..."

July 18, 1997 Column

Land for Water

The city is asking voters to send more money to a little-known program that protects Barton Springs

"...the utility's Wat­er Quality Protection Lands – namely that Barton Springs, 20 miles away, depends on these city-owned properties..."

Oct. 26, 2018 News Feature by Lindsay Stafford Mader

Is BCP Still for the Birds?

Ongoing disagreement over the appropriate balance between public access and endangered species protection on Western Travis County's Balcones Canyonlands Preserve comes to a head

"...of their habitat. Eight popular public areas, including the Barton and Bull Creek greenbelts, as well as St. Edwards..."

April 7, 2006 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

Mercury, Cadmium, Arsenic, Grease ...

The Fish & Wildlife Service faults the EPA for failing to protect the Barton Springs Watershed.

"...Our Springs Alliance sought stiffer development regulations in the Barton Springs watershed, while the Texas Capital Area Builders Association..."

Aug. 3, 2001 News Feature by Amy Smith

Forget Bush, Oppose Smoking Ban

"...fertility. I can personally attest that mountain biking the Barton Greenbelt is dangerous and will result in the occasional..."

Dec. 3, 2004 Postmarks

Tug of War

Changing Chamber Funds

"...some money for that in the budget," Conner said. Greenbelt Blues..."

Aug. 6, 1999 News Column by Jenny Staff Johnson

Double Jeopardy

The state of Texas jailed Cuban exile Carlos Lavernia for 16 years for a crime he did not commit. Now the INS might send him back to Cuba.

"...borne out Lavernia's assertions that he was not the "Barton Creek rapist" who had terrorized women hikers and joggers..."

Feb. 23, 2001 News Feature by Amy Smith

Violet Crown Trail Opens

First six miles of a planned 30 miles of trail open to the public

"...miles from Zilker Park into Hays County, passing through greenbelts, urban areas, and city-owned water quality protection lands. Spearheaded..."

Aug. 14, 2015 News Feature by Robyn Ross

Preserving a 'Special Kind of Place'

Scott Swearingen on the ‘environmental city’

"...do is say, while it grows let's protect the greenbelts, let's protect the creeks, let's not have Lake Austin..."

April 23, 2010 News Feature by Nora Ankrum

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...The sponsors of the Barton Springs protection and open government charter amendments appreciate the..."

March 10, 2006 Column

The Battle for the Springs: A Chronology

"...of argument, that everyone in Austin wants to save Barton Springs. But what exactly does that mean? Below, and..."

Aug. 9, 2002 News Feature

10 Great Birds to Peep in Austin

Austin’s birds are as eclectic as the city itself

"...here, any time of year, at sites like the Greenbelt, Commons Ford, Bull Creek, McKinney Falls, or even just..."

Aug. 6, 2021 Chronolog Post by Ramón Rodriguez

Fun in the Sun: Outdoor Activities in Austin

Where to hike, bike, and wade into cool water

"...biking or hiking around, and then wading in, the Barton Creek Greenbelt (3755 Capital of TX Hwy. S.). You..."

Aug. 25, 2017 Features Feature by Ashley Moreno

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...arm by Austin police during a standoff in the Barton Creek greenbelt Nov. 4, died at Brackenridge Hospital on..."

Nov. 11, 2005 News Feature

Naked City

The Save Barton Creek Association tries to force the TNRCC to listen.

"...The Save Barton Creek Association heads to the courthouse on Wednesday to..."

Aug. 10, 2001 News Feature by Amy Smith

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...We understand the importance of Barton Springs, but the springs aren't the only issue. Nothing..."

May 3, 2002 Column

Visiting Austin on a Budget

See the city and still afford your flight home

"...Whether you want access to Lady Bird Lake or Barton Springs, enough land for the kids to run around..."

Aug. 20, 2021 Chronolog Post by Cody Song

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, elsewhere

"...joining the hundreds of volunteers needed to improve the Barton Creek Greenbelt trail. The event kicks off the Walk..."

May 29, 2009 News Feature

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, and elsewhere

"...Wednesday for 14 acres of new parkland in the Barton Creek Greenbelt. TPL recently acquired the land in the..."

March 27, 2009 News Feature

Qmmunity: Spirits of Sobriety

Austin's queer community offers intentional alcohol-free events for the sober and sober curious

"...like a two-step night and hiking trips on the Barton Creek Greenbelt. For those thirsting for one of Queer..."

July 7, 2023 Column by James Scott

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Green Light for Greenbelts: Effective Aug. 8, the Parks and Recreation Department will..."

Aug. 7, 2020 News Feature

Naked City

The tragic shooting of Austin Parks Police officer William Jones highlights deficiencies in pay and staffing levels in the parks police department.

"...shortly after Kiersa Alexandra Paul was murdered on the Barton Creek Greenbelt, city officials began talking about upgrading the..."

June 2, 2000 News Feature by Robert Bryce

Opinion: Oak Hill Road Plan Is Taxpayer Abuse

The argument against TxDOT's plan for a freeway flyover at the intersection of U.S. 290 and Texas 71

"...down through limestone rock, above the aquifer that feeds Barton Springs..."

Sept. 17, 2021 Column by Carol Cespedes

Farmers Market Report: June 1-2, 2013

Sweet corn and eggplants are making the scene

"...At Barton Creek Market, 2 Happy Children Farm and Fruitful Hill..."

May 31, 2013 Food Post by Kate Thornberry

Independence Freestyle

A brewery benefits a greenbelt

"...and Amy Cartwright have enjoyed countless hours along Austin's Barton Creek Greenbelt, hiking the trails, riding their bikes, cooling..."

July 7, 2006 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

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