Melissa Gaskill

Austin-based writer Melissa Gaskill grew up in Texas hiking, kayaking, camping, stargazing, scuba diving, and wildlife-watching all over the state and beyond. She has written about outdoor adventures, travel, interesting people, the environment, and science for more than 30 years. See some of her work at https://melissagaskill.blogspot.com/.

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Austin’s Trail of Lights Turns 60

Are You a True Texan?

Two chairs next to a fire pit in front of a sunset

Glamping Hits a High Point Along the Colorado River

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Prepare a Dutch Oven Feast at Lake Tawakoni State Park

Flock to Brazos State Park for Birdwatching this Fall

Spend the Last Days of Summer at Sea Rim State Park

Shell Game: Debunking the Myths Surrounding Gulf Oysters

Drive

The Volunteers Keeping Texas’ Waterways Clean

The Sky’s the Limit at South Llano River State Park

Sip Local Brews Near the Beach at These Port Aransas Pubs

Drive

Where to Scuba Dive in Texas

Where to See Texas Wildflowers This Spring

The Ultimate Guide to Traveling With Your Pet in Texas

Sharks Are at the Top of the Gulf Coast Food Chain

Where to See Bald Eagles in Texas this Fall and Winter

The Eagle Will Roll Again at Austin’s Zilker Park

Nature

Why Bees Are Vital to Texas’ Wildflower Season

From Rockport to San Angelo, Texas Clay Art Takes Shape

Making Music with Birds in Marfa

White-Nose Syndrome Targets Texas’ Beloved Bats

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