Papi Chulo

A heartwarming story of the messiness of friendship between the unlikeliest of pals

"...Ernesto to do everything other than paint the deck. Hiking, rowing, go to parties, anything to distract Sean from..."

June 21, 2019 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

45 Years

A long-married couple begins to question their union

"...after she fell to her death during an Alpine hiking expedition with Geoff. “You know who I’m talking about?”..."

Jan. 29, 2016 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

A Walk in the Woods

Robert Redford and Nick Nolte walk the Appalachian Trail in Bill Bryson's memoir

"...travel writer Bill Bryson’s 1998 book about his experience hiking the Appalachian Trail with his old friend Stephen Katz..."

Sept. 4, 2015 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Wild

Reese Witherspoon stars as Cheryl Strayed in this autobiographical trek of expiation.

"...Strayed – a real-life writer, whose bestselling memoir about hiking solo 1,100 miles of the Pacific Crest Trail the..."

Dec. 12, 2014 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Jindabyne

The Australian director of Lantana returns to similar psychological terrain with this drama based on a Raymond Carver short story and starring the fantastic Laura Linney and Gabriel Byrne.

"...48 hours, until the end of the weekend, before hiking back to "civilization" and informing the proper authorities. In..."

June 1, 2007 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Jesus Camp

This film is not a freak show or exposé but rather a call to arms to pick sides in the deepening cultural, political, and spiritual schism between the two Americas of the 21st century.

"...is legitimately attractive to children, even without go-karts and hiking: The kids bond, belong, and feel spiritually nourished. What..."

Oct. 6, 2006 Movie Review by Marrit Ingman

The Waterdance

"...his back on a gurney, paralyzed after a freak hiking accident. It's the stuff of 101 television movies, but..."

May 22, 1992 Movie Review by Steve Davis

Day Trips

"...provide an opportunity to see wildlife, and there are hiking trails and boat ramps in the sanctuary. Facilities are..."

May 30, 2003 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips

National Trails Day launched in 1993 and has become a rallying cry to get Americans outdoors

"...Texas has hundreds of miles of hiking paths ranging from paved sidewalks to rocky climbs over..."

June 4, 2010 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips

The Cross Timbers Hiking Trail meanders along the south bank of Lake Texoma as if it were following a serpent's path

"...The Cross Timbers Hiking Trail meanders along the south bank of Lake Texoma..."

June 25, 2004 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Austin Hikes and the Trials of a Fledgling Trailgoer

We got lost, wet, and mildly injured so you don’t have to

"...men to lead us into the woods. They had hiking gear, so what could go wrong? The first member..."

April 15, 2023 Sports Post by Joelle DiPaolo

Birds vs. People at BCP

At least one Austin resident questions wildlife preserve's human-access policies

"...educational activities and guided tours. Mountain biking, running, and hiking are allowed in about 25% of the BCP, while..."

Feb. 25, 2005 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

Some of the Best Texas Hill Country Swimming Holes, Restaurants, Breweries, and More

Take a dip, then fill your piehole

"...within 232 acres of nature preserve, with plenty of hiking trails to explore. Be prepared for a mini hike..."

July 26, 2019 Food Feature by Jessika Roth

Dear Glutton: How to Step Up Your Picnic

Going beyond the typical bag of chips and cooler of beers

"...probably close to noon, and you're ready to start hiking. Make your way down the road to Wheatsville Co-op,..."

June 9, 2017 Food Column by Emily Beyda

Day Trips

"...the Golden-cheeked Warbler. There are six miles of nature hiking trails that wind around the river valley. The 5.5..."

July 23, 1999 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips

"...the Golden-cheeked Warbler. There are six miles of nature hiking trails that wind around the river valley. The 5.5..."

July 9, 1999 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips: Lost Maples State Natural Area

This heavily wooded canyon is a remote treasure

"...canyon cut by the Sabinal River and laced with hiking trails...."

March 15, 2024 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, October 20-26

"...19-March 20): Naturalist John Muir didn't like the word "hiking." He believed people ought to saunter through the wilderness,..."

Oct. 20, 2023 Column by Rob Brezsny

Opinion: The Outdoor Recreation Economy in Texas Depends on EPA Safeguards

An Austin bike shop owner on why the climate crisis isn't just bad for the environment – it's bad for business, too

"...rely on our pleasant public parks, rivers, lakes, and hiking/biking trails. Over the last few years, however, the entire..."

Aug. 25, 2023 Column by Brad Wimberly

Day Trips & Beyond: March Events Roundup

Texas travel news and events for spring

"...and evergreen trees shading more than 26 miles of hiking and biking trails and three campgrounds. The lake has..."

March 1, 2023 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Downtown Austin's Waterloo Park Reopens

"...heritage live oaks have been planted along the many hiking trails...."

Aug. 17, 2021 Photo Gallery

Day Trips: South Llano River State Park, Junction

A river runs through it

"...With more than 22 miles of hiking and biking trails it's easy to find a trek..."

July 30, 2021 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips & Beyond: May Travel Roundup

Flowers, birds, and more to spy on spring road trips

"...pandemic, has an excellent museum about the cranes and hiking trails. The refuge can’t guarantee that you’ll see the..."

May 3, 2021 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips: Lost Maples State Natural Area, Vanderpool

Lost Maples shows its true colors

"...with its beauty. The more than 10 miles of hiking trails follow the river through a limestone canyon. The..."

Oct. 16, 2020 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

The Common Law

COVID-19 and Austin – answering your legal questions (part 4)

"...as, “by way of example and without limitation, walking, hiking, or running,” as long as they comply with social..."

April 24, 2020 Column by Luke Ellis

Guide to Austin Greenbelt Entrances

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

"...roundtrip order. You'll be splashing in natural pools and hiking trails faster than you can say "Hey, Siri."..."

March 30, 2018 Events Post by Tinu Thomas

Day Trips: Old Alton Bridge, Denton

Goatman’s Bridge is a reminder of the cowardly Klansmen’s dastardly deed

"...Being consigned to recreational traffic on the Elm Fork hiking trail has only added to the legend of Goatman's..."

Oct. 27, 2017 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips & Beyond: Ice Fishing, Door County, Wis.

A trip to Sturgeon Bay

"...and county parks on the peninsula are converted from hiking and biking to snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and snowmobile trails...."

Feb. 15, 2017 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Swiss Army Man

This infamous "farting corpse" movie is all gassed up with nowhere to go

"...from the deserted island, landing on some woody terrain. Hiking inland toward what he hopes is civilization, Hank schleps..."

July 1, 2016 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

It's Blanco, Beeeyotch

A state park comeback at the crossroads

"...Girls": This Saturday, Aug. 1, the popular camp and hiking spot will reopen its gates after more than two..."

July 31, 2015 Chronolog Post by Alexa Harrington

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