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Possum Kingdom Lake Calendar of Events MAY Run for the 57th AHC. The annual Run for 57th AHC, 5K Run/2K Fun Walkbtakes place in mid-May. The race begins and ends at the PK Chamber of Commerce, 362 N. FM2353, Possum Kingdom Lake. The 5K course is USATF Certi ed #TX14169ETM. More information is available on the website www.runfor57thahc.com or on Facebook. Net proceeds from thebevent are donated tobCourage Beyond, which assists present and former service members and their families suffering from PTSD issues. YMCA Camp Grady Spruce Open House. Local residents have an opportunity to spend a day at YMCA Camp Grady Spruce and participate in sample camp activities for free. Open House attendees can take a tour of the property, try archery, ri ery, canoeing, horseback riding, boat rides and hiking. There’s a complimentary lunch for attendees. Visit ymcadallas.org for details.

JUNE Red Bull Cliff Diving. June 4, 2016. The world’s best cliff divers return to Texas’ Possum Kingdom Lake for the rst of nine stops. Not only does the Cliff Diving World Series kick off at PK Lake, but this is the only stop in the United States. The event will feature 14 men and eight women diving from the cliffs of Hell’s Gate. For more information, visit redbullcliffdiving.com.

Fall photo of Park Road 36.

Possum Walk. June 18. 2016. The annual Possum Walk is a fundraiser for the historic St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, which was built in 1907. Funds raised will go toward maintaining the landmark, located at 3128 Park Road 36.

JULY Fourth of July. July 2, 2016. The Possum Kingdom Chamber of Commerce’s annual Fourth of July celebration at Hell’s Gate is one of the most-anticipated events of the summer. From the top of the cliffs, a massive reworks display is launched, culminating in the famous “Waterfall of Fire.” Tune your radio to 87.7 FM for a choreographed musical broadcast. Buckets and Boots. July 9, 2016. The annual bene t concert raises money for the all-volunteer re departments of Palo Pinto County. In the last ve years, the concert has raised and donated more than $638,000 for the departments. This year’s concert will feature Wade Bowen, Jason Boland, Jack Ingram and Jerry Jeff Walker. Advance general admission tickets cost $25, and kids under age 12 will be admitted for free. Parking will cost an additional $10 at the gate. Gates open at 4:3- p.m., and the event begins at 6 p.m. at the Rocker B Ranch Amphitheater, 1125 Chaney Lane in Graford. Visit bucketsandboots.com for more information.

SEPTEMBER TRIFECTA Triathlon. September 18. The regular event features a 500-meter swim, a 17-mile bike ride and a 5-mile run; and the Olympic course includes a 1,500-meter swim, a 40-kilometer bike ride and 10K run. Hundreds of participants from all over the United States compete for the $5,000 purse for the top three nishers in the men’s and women’s divisions. Bene ts Camp Grady Spruce. Visit trifectatriathlon.com for more information.

OCTOBER Possum Fest. Sept. 30-Oct. 1. The annual Possum Fest, sponsored by the PK Chamber of Commerce, is the of cial kick-off to fall at Possum Kingdom Lake and features a Great Outdoors Barbecue and Chili Cookoff. Cookoff enthusiasts and RV’ers start arriving the weekend prior to this anticipated event, which also includes live and silent auctions, a wine-cork pull, vendors and more. Visit possumkingdomlake.com for more information. PK Halloween. Includes a truck-ortreat event for the kids.

NOVEMBER PK Craft and Vendor Sale. Held at the PK Chamber of Commerce, the event features refreshments and prizes all day.

PK Women’s Club Bake Sale. Offering lots of goodies just in time for Thanksgiving.

DECEMBER Santa arrives at PK. Fun for kids of all ages.

MARCH Mardi Gras Parade and Shrimp Festival. This PK Chamber event is a local favorite. The all-day event begins with a parade and ends with the shrimp boil and live music event. Tickets go on sale mid-February and sell out fast! Visit possumkindgomlake.com for more information.

APRIL Arte De Los Brazos Art Show and Sale. Local artists show their nest artwork in all medium types...oil, watercolor, pastels, acrylic and much more. The art show features artists from many of the area art clubs from Graham, Mineral Wells, San Angelo, Weatherford, Pecan Creek, San Angelo, Breckenridge, Central Texas, Maude Shockley, Pecan Plantation, Lake Granbury and Wichita Falls. Easter Egg Hunt. The Easter Bunny usually makes an appearance at this fun event.

ONGOING PK East Flea Market. Make plans to attend the Possum Kingdom East Volunteer Fire and EMS Auxiliary Flea Market throughout the year. Since its inception, the auxiliary has made it possible for the re and EMS departments to purchase and upgrade their vehicles and equipment. All proceeds from the sales are given back to the departments. The auxiliary is located in the Possum Kingdom Lion’s Club Community Center, 142 La Villa Road. It’s usually open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit pk re-ems.com for more information.

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Laissez les bons temps rouler at Possum Kingdom In anticipation of summer, the annual Mardi Gras celebration at Possum Kingdom Lake draws in hundreds of people from throughout the area looking to kick back and let the good times roll. The event kicks off on a Saturday afternoon with a Mardi Gras-inspired parade of oats and a costume contest. Later that evening, festival-goers visit with friends and listen to an authentic Cajun-style

band while feasting on an all-you-can-eat shrimp boil. The highlight of the evening is always the crowning of King Possum and Queen Carp. The annual event is sponsored by the Possum Kingdom Chamber of Commerce.

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The Possum Kingdom Chamber of Commerce will present its annual Hell’s Gate reworks show from 6:30 to 11 p.m. Saturday, July 2, at YMCA Camp Grady Spruce. The reworks show usually climaxes with the spectacular “Waterfall of Fire” across the Hell’s Gate entrance The show can be viewed by boat or from the YMCA Camp Grady Spruce, located at the end of Park Road 36. Note that the Brazos River Authority lake rangers generally close the entrance through the bluffs that form Hell’s Gate. For those wishing to watch the show on dry land, YMCA Camp Grady Spruce offers a front-row view, since it is directly across from Hell’s Gate. The YMCA gate will open at 6:30 p.m. and will close at 8:45 p.m., without exception. The entry fee is $5 per person over the age of 3 and the show usually starts just after sunset. The YMCA camp area will not be accessible by boat. Also provided

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throughout the event will be entertainment, children’s activities, concessions and lots of fun. Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair and/or blanket and picnic. There is ample parking and plenty of room for the whole family. Alcoholic beverages and pets are strictly prohibited. Limited premium/private seating is available at the YMCA camp. Contact the PK Chamber at 940-7792424 for pricing, locations and availability. According to the organizers, the reworks show is funded solely by donations, and they are seeking help to pay the $30,000 for the

show. The chamber has set up a PayPal account on its website at www. possumkingdomlake. com. Donations can

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The 2016 Possum Fest kicks off the fall lake season Sept. 30-Oct. 1. The event- lled weekend takes place at the PK Chamber grounds and pavillion, 362 N. FM 2353, on the east side of PK Lake. Attendees will have a chance to taste-test at the Great Outdoors Barbecue and Chili Cookoff Challenge, as well as shop the vendor booths, bid on silent and live auction items, see the cook-off awards ceremony and participate in the bene t prize drawing. For more information, call 940-779-2424 or e-mail pkchamber@ possumkingdomlake. com.

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“Rocco” Simpson. She’ll be looking for her third win on her home soil and a fast start to the season with a win in Texas. A full length broadcast of the Texas stop premieres on FS1, Saturday, July 9. For a full calendar of broadcast times, visit: www. foxsports.com/RedBullSports. Additionally, American hopefuls David Colturi, Steven LoBue and Andy Jones return to ght for a victory in their home country. Colturi looks to build on his 2015 campaign, which saw him nish fth overall in the series standings while LoBue and Jones will seek to top returning champion, the UK’s Gary Hunt. Hunt has proven a dominant

Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series For the third consecutive year, the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series will include an event at Possum Kingdom’s Hell’s Gate Cliffs. In fact, the eighth season of the cliff diving event will kick off at PK Lake in the rst of nine global stops that will take place in 2016. Eight women and 14 men will vie for the chance of being crowned the world’s best cliff divers. Rachelle Simpson, who hails from nearby San Antonio, and her male counterpart, Gary Hunt from England, not 2016-2017 • 12 • PK vacation Guide

only dominated the 2015 season but are the backto-back winners of the two previous competitions at Hell’s Gate. Airing all year long on the FS1 sports network, the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series has it grows to nine stops for the men’s division and seven stops for the women’s division in 2016. Possum Kingdom Lake will host both the men’s and women’s division June 3-4, which means the return of Texas resident and twotime defending women’s division champion Rachelle

force, winning in Texas last year and securing the overall title in the men’s division ve of the last six years. New to the global series this year are stops in Shirahama, Japan and Dubai, where the 2016 season will conclude in late October. But before the divers get to experience these new stops, the world-class athletes of the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series will launch themselves from heights of 90 feet (men) and 66 feet (women), reaching speeds of up to 55mph in the countries of Denmark, Portugal, France, Italy, Great Britain and Bosnia and Herzegovina. Platforms, which in the sport of cliff diving are nearly three times the height of the Olympic high dive, will be constructed in seemingly precarious positions including atop an opera house,

| Men Divers | Returning Five-time Champion

Gary Hunt, 32 • UK Won the series in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2014 and 2015. He's the only athlete who has competed in all 50 of the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series stops and won 25 of those. A man at the very top of his game.

| Women Divers | Returning Two-time Champion Rachelle "Rocco" Simpson, 28 • San Antonio, TX The 28-year-old was a gymnast before she started high diving and was the star performer in the firstever Women's World Series in 2014. She won that series and the 2015 series and will be aiming for the top again this year.

Artem Silchenko, 32 • Russia Only diver to break Hunt's streak, winning in 2013.

David Corturi, 27 • Los Angeles, CA

Cesilie Carlton, 35 • San Antonio, TX Came in third in the 2014 series at PK and was first as a wildcard in Portugal last year.

Won second place last year in Columbia.

Andy Jones, 31 • Santa Monica, CA Jones is a Cirque du Soleil performer and placed third in Portugal and fifth at PK last year.

Steven Lobue, 31 • Fort Lauderdale, FL Placed eighth overall last year.

Blake Aldridge, 33 • UK Placed fourth overall last year.

Orlando Duque, 40 • Columbia Has won 13 world titles and holds two Guinness World Records.

Sergio Guzman, 25 • Mexico Won second last year in Bilboa as a wildcard.

Helena Mertan, 21 • Australia She is the youngest permanent athlete in the series. Came in sixth last year as a wildcard at PK.

Adriana Jimenez, 31 • Mexico City Placed second last year in Portugal.

Ginger Huber, 41 • Orlando, FL Came in second last year in Italy.

Lysanne Richard, 34 • Montreal, Canada Came in second last year at PK as a wildcard. Wildcards: Jaki Valente of Brazil, Rhiannan Iffland of Australia, Tara Hyer-Tira of the U.S. and Yana Nestsiarava of Belarus.

volcanic rock, a historic bridge and natural cliffs like Hell’s Gate. The only way to attend Red Bull Cliff Diving’s 2016 stop at Possum Kingdom Lake will be via watercraft, just as thousands did last May. Spectators can attend on kayaks, stand up paddleboards, personal watercrafts or boats since the event is oating room only. For those who want to witness the action but aren’t from the area or don’t own watercraft, the closest full service boat facility to Hell’s Gate Cove is Bluffs Creek Marina. It’s suggested that arrangements be made well in advance since rental quantities are limited. More information about the lake, including where to stay, can be found at PossumKingdomLake.com.

2016 Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series Calendar June 4 June 18 July 9 July 23 August 28 September 11 September 24 October 16 October 28

Michal Navratil, 31 • Czech Republic Seven-time Czech high diving champion.

Jonathan Paredes, 26 • Mexico Placed first last year in Bosnia & Herzegovina. Wildcards: Alain Kohl of Luxembourg, Alessandro De Rose of Italy, Anatoliy Shabeotenko of the Ukraine, Andei Mikau of Belarus, Cyrille Oumendjkane of France, Igor Senasko of Russia, Jorge Frezuli of Mexico, Jose Wilker of Brazil, Jucelino Junior of Brazil, Kris Kilanus of Poland, Kyle Mitrione of the U.S., Mat Cowen of Great Britain, Miguel Garcia of Columbia, Sasha Kutsenko of the Ukraine, Todor Spasov of Bulgaria, and Viktar Maslouski of Belarus. PK VAcation Guide • 13 • 2016-2017

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Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has a number of rules and regulations requiring a shing license. Basically, any person who takes or attempts to take sh, mussels, clams, cray sh or other aquatic life in the public waters of Texas must have a current Texas shing license with the appropriate stamp endorsement. A saltwater endorsement is required to sh in coastal waters; a freshwater endorsement is required for inland waters. There are exceptions, notably, a shing license is not required for people who:

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from Public Water Any sh caught must be taken by legal means and methods. Fish caught and immediately released are not considered to be “in possession.” Any sh not immediately released that are retained by using any type of holding device such as stringer, cooler, live well or bucket are considered in your possession and must adhere to established protected length and bag limits. While shing, it is illegal to be in possession of more sh than the daily bag limit or sh that are within a protected length limit. In order to verify length and species, a sh caught may not have the head or tail removed and may not be lleted until an angler nally lands the catch on the mainland, a peninsula or barrier island not including jetties or piers and does not transport the catch by boat. Any sh taken from public water and landed by boat or person in Texas must adhere to the protected length limits and daily bag and possession limits established for those sh in Texas, regardless of the state or country in which they were caught. The bag limit for a guided

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shing party is equal to the total number of people in the boat licensed to sh or otherwise exempt from holding a license minus each shing guide and shing guide deckhand multiplied by the bag limit for each species harvested. It is unlawful to leave edible sh or bait sh taken from public waters of the state to die without the intent to retain the sh for consumption or bait. General Fishing Report: The reservoir has been affected by golden alga blooms, especially in 2001, 2003, and 2010. Striped bass are stocked in most years and provide a fair shery with good growth potential and strong ghting characteristics. The lake record is 34.19 pounds. White bass are abundant and of good size. Largemouth bass are found in this reservoir. Florida-strain largemouths have been stocked and help provide trophy potential, as evidenced by the lake record of 16.02 pounds. Crappie are fair, and sun sh are

present with some large individuals available for harvest. Channel, blue, and athead cat sh are all present, with some especially large blue cats. Most of the lake shore is made of large to cobblesize rock. The lower end has scenic rock cliffs and bluffs, while the upper end spreads into shallower areas with shoreline vegetations. Points and dropoffs can be found throughout the lake. Many docks provide habitat for sh, and so do standing timber and laydowns. At certain times of the year, aquatic vegetation is also found. Brush piles and arti cial sh attractors have been placed in the Cedar Creek arm of this reservoir. Anglers may use GPS in conjunction with a sh nder to locate these structures. Largemouth bass can be found throughout the lake and can be caught on any of the typical bass baits. Be prepared to sh 10- to 25-foot depths. In this clear water, try using as light a line as possible. Con-

centrate on submerged vegetation when you nd it. Striped bass anglers look for birds feeding on bait driven to the surface by schools of hungry stripers. Use live shad or arti cial bait. White bass action can be very good during prespawn and the spring spawning run, especially up towards the river mouth. Jigs and spoons or slabs are recommended baits. Cat sh action can be good for all species. Costello Island and above are likely spots. Use cut bait, chicken livers, prepared stink bait, live shiners or sun sh. Crappie can be found around brush piles and docks. In spring, sh the backs of coves for spawning sh. Crappie will be found at different depths depending on time of year and water conditions; be prepared to search for them. If you’d like to explore these leases and plan your visit, details are available on the TPWD website at tpwd.texas.gov/ shboat/ sh/recreational/rivers/.

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Canoeing the Scenic Brazos River POSSUM KINGDOM LAKE

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Today the section of the Brazos just below the Morris Sheppard Dam offers canoeing enthusiasts a most rewarding view of rugged cliffs, high bluffs, and cross-timber terrain. Angling opportunities abound along the 20-mile stretch between the dam and Highway 4. There are no public campgrounds on the river, but numerous gravel bars can be used as overnight camp sites, although campers should be alert for possible rises of the river during rain storms or as the result of water released through the dam. Properly adjoining the river is privately owned. Campers are urged to clean up their sites and pack away any trash or refuse in order to preserve the pristine beauty of the region for others.

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FLINT BEND

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GARLAND BEND

FORTUNE BEND

IONI CR.

The Brazos River has one of the most extensive watersheds in Texas, and in the area surrounding Possum Kingdom, it provides spectacular scenery. Ages ago, Indians hunted along the banks of the Brazos and conquistadors explored its canyons. The fearsome Comanches once used the numerous hollows the river had carved from the native limestone as hide-outs from the U.S. Cavalry.

Water levels are unpredictable, however, the spring and fall seasons generally afford the best canoeing conditions. Canoeists should stay alert to rapidly changing water conditions and heed all warning signs. The river area can be extremely dangerous, with GARLAND CR. life-threatening stream flows and underflow currents. Stay out of restricted areas and always your life jacket. 3 mi. from dam

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21 mi. from dam

DARK VALLEY BRIDGE

B.C. HARRIS BEND

13.5 mi. from dam

DARK VALLEY CR.

TO PALO PINTO 24 mi. from dam

POST OAK BEND

BIRDWELL HOLLOW 26.5 mi. from dam

METCALF BEND

KEECHI CR.

HART BEND

29 mi. from dam

JONES HOLLOW 32 mi. from dam

BALLENGER BEND DOG BEND

MOFFITT BEND

36 mi. from dam

CANOE TAKE-OUT

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BATH BEND

38.7 mi. from dam

TO MINERAL WELLS

Sixteen miles of Hike and Bike Trails at Possum Kingdom Lake crisscross the lake’s central peninsula and along the Brazos River below Morris Sheppard Dam, connecting the Brazos River Authority’s nearby public areas, which feature camping and other amenities as well as access to the lake. The natural-surface trails are 5-feet wide with an overhead clearance of about 10 feet to aid easy passage. The paths are accessible to hikers of a wide range of abilities. Most average no more than a gentle 5- to 12-degree slope. Other sections, such as the portion that rises high above the lake to Johnson Peak, have more challenging slopes of up to 20 degrees. Twelve trailheads are located at intervals to allow hikers the opportunity to travel as much or as little of the trail system as they please. The trails also feature parking, restrooms, water fountains, camping, swimming areas, maps, signs and numerous rest areas with cedar benches. Many of these stopping points feature signs with information about the area’s history, geology and animals. One of the most beautiful of such spots is the rest area atop Johnson Peak where one can get a 360-degree view of the surrounding lake and hills, as well as geological features such as the landmark Hell’s Gate.

Bird watchers and other wildlife lovers will also nd plenty to experience on the trails as well, including a possible glimpse of the elusive golden-cheeked warbler, the only migratory bird that nests solely in Texas. Possum Kingdom is on the northern end of the endangered bird’s habitat. In 2012, the Texas Trails Network honored the PK system with the Great Texas Trail Head Award, which recognizes innovative trail planning and design. The trails have also been featured in statewide publications. Over the last few years competitive

runners have discovered the trails and a number of events have been held along their winding routes. In September, the trails were an essential part of the Trifecta Triathlon’s fourth competition at Possum Kingdom Lake. Also, this past April Endurance Buzz Adventure again hosted the Possum Kingdom Trail Run 52-mile run on the trails. The trail system was made possible by the

BRA through grants from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. The BRA’s trails and public areas at Possum Kingdom are open yearround. However, should the trails close due to inclement weather, the information will be posted online at brazos.org, where a map of the trail system can be found. For more information, call the BRA public information of ce at 888-9226272.

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Tent Sites

Water/ Elec.

RV Sites

Hook-ups

Cabins/ Rooms

Store

Cafe

Gas Sales

Boat Ramp

Dock

Conf. Room

Boat Rentals

Bonita Shores 940-550-5293

Peninsula

Yes

Rates Vary

Yes

7 cabins

Yes

Near

Yes

Golden Cove 940-779-2922

Peninsula

Yes

11 cabins

Yes

Hideaway Cabins 940-779-2333

Peninsula

22 cabins

Yes

Near

Yes

Hideaway Inn 940-779-2333

Peninsula

16 rooms

Yes

Near

Mult. rooms

Near

Yes

Facility EAST SIDE LAKE AREA

The Inn at The Cliffs 940-779-4040

South Side

Yes

15 sites

10 hook-ups

The Inn at The Harbor 940-779-3600

Peninsula

Yes

18 rooms

Yes

Lush Resort 940-779-3731

Peninsula

Yes

18 sites

Yes

6 suites

Yes

Possum Kingdom Lodge 940-779-2757

East Side

Yes

6 sites

Yes

14 cabins

Yes

Rock Creek Camp 940-779-2766

Northeast

Yes

13 sites

Yes

16 cabins

Yes

Tranquility Cove 530-588-4451

Northeast

Yes

7 sites

Yes

Sky Camp Resort 940-779-2741

Northeast

5 sites

Yes

15 cabins

Yes

Propane Only

Yes

Paddle Boats Only

Willow Beach Cabins & RV Park 940-779-3004

East Side

Yes

Mult. cabins

Yes

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Peninsula

34 cabins

Yes

West Side

Yes

11 cabins

Yes

Near

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West Side

Yes

7 sites

Yes

8 rooms 12 cabins

Fox Hollow Resort 940-549-1801

West Side

Yes

7 sites

Yes

12 cabins

Yes

Lakeshore Lodge 940-549-2518

West Side

Yes

16 rooms

Yes

Possum Hollow Lodge 940-549-1873

West Side

Yes

26 sites

Yes

21 cabins

Yes

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West Side

120 sites

Yes

61 sites

Yes

7 cabins

Yes

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Near

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Near

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Palo Pinto

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Palo Pinto

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Perrin

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112 sites

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46 cabins

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SURROUNDING AREAS

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Public Use Areas

Public Use Tent Camping Operated by the Brazos River Authority (BRA) 940-779-2321

Lake Area

Scenic Cove

Phone Boat Number Ramp Showers Restrooms

Peninsula

NRA*

Downtown PK

Peninsula

NRA*

Public Boat Ramp

Peninsula

NRA*

North D&D

Peninsula

NRA*

South D&D

Peninsula

NRA*

Bug Beach

Peninsula

NRA*

Sandy Beach

Peninsula

NRA*

River Park

Brazos River

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West Park

West Side

NRA*

Tent Sites

Picnic Fire Pit Playground Swimming Fishing Tables & Grills

n/a

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Water Recreational User Permits The Brazos River Authority requires a water recreational user permit. Permits are sold with local vendors, including convenience stores, the Chamber of Commerce and BRA Lake Office. PERMIT FEES • Annual: $50 $35 for those 65 and older or active duty/retired military with proper ID. Daily: $5 | 3-Day: $12 | 5-Day: $20

seasonal**

Fees: $3 Day Use Fee – Children Under 13 Free $10 Per Night Per Campsite on Friday, Saturday and Holidays EMERGENCY 911

* No Reservations accepted for BRA Tent Camping Sites, available on a first come, first serve basis ** Fees apply on weekends from mid May until Mid September only; open 6am-10pm; no fee on weekdays or during winter months

Use numbers below for non-emergency situations East Side – Fire/Ambulance • 940-779-2191 West Side – Fire/Ambulance • 940-549-6300 Brazos River Authority Lake Office & Lake Patrol • 940-779-2321 After 5:00pm and Weekends, call Palo Pinto County Sheriff • 940-659-2085 Sheriff Substation • 940-779-3011

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Campsite Notes No electric or water hook-ups at BRA campsites Bring your own grilling charcoal & fire wood z All pets must be kept on a leash at all times z Check-Out Times: Day Users 9pm & Campers 12 noon z Open All Year z z

Public Use Areas – First come, first served areas that provide access to the general public. Restroom facilities are provided at most areas during the warm season. A limited number of picnic tables and grills are available at all public use areas. Entry and overnight fees are charged on weekends and holidays from mid-May through Mid-September at the controlled access public use areas.

Solid Waste Collection Stations – Two stations are located near Possum Kingdom Lake on Authority property. These collection stations are available to collect large refuse items and general solid waste, including brush from Authority lessees and the general public. Collection fees are assessed by the station operator based on the volume and type of items disposed of. NO HAZARDOUS MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED.

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Possum Kingdom State Park Trails Map 0' 110

Possum Kingdom Lake 3901 Park Road 33 P. O. Box 70 Caddo, TX 76429 (940) 549-1803 www.texasstateparks.org

Opossum

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1135'

Lakeview Trail 1.37 mi.

1 0.2

Longhorn Trail .36 mi.

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110 0'

Chaparral Ridge Trail .46 mi.

POINTS OF INTEREST

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(GPS coordinates shown in degrees, minutes, seconds) ' 00 11

LONGHORN TRAIL OVERLOOK 32° 53' 1.35 "N 98° 34' 1.80 "W Springtime wildflowers and year-round views reward hikers who take Longhorn Trail to this overlook.

PARK CONCESSION 32° 52' 54.87 "N 98° 33' 39.39 "W The building has changed, but today’s concession shares the original Civilian Conservation Corps concession site.

FISH SCULPTURE 32° 52' 47.47 "N 98° 33' 36.51 "W This jumping fish isn't the only sculpture in the park – what carved critters can you find?

1100 '

0' 110

CAMPGROUND TRAIL OVERLOOK 32° 52' 42.17 "N 98° 33' 19.48 "W Watch your step and look for wildlife as you hike to this scenic overlook.

CIVILIAN CONSERVATION CORPS CAMP SITE 32° 51' 49.90 "N 98° 33' 29.77 "W Civilian Conservation Corps Company 2888 built roads, culverts, and campsites here in 1941 and 1942.

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Headquarters Restrooms Parking Boat Ramp Cabin/Mini Cabin Cottage Shelters Concession Dump Station Fish Cleaning

1077'

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Fishing

NOTES:

Gas Pump Hiking Trail Picnic Area Playground

1222'

Primitive Camping Area Showers Swimming Area Tent Camping

Water & Electric Camping 1245'

1097'

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All trails are hiking unless otherwise indicated. Trail lengths are in miles, elevation levels are in feet. No claims are made to the accuracy of the data or its suitability to a particular use. Map compiled by Texas State Parks staff.

In accordance with Texas State Depository Law, this publication is available at the Texas State Publications Clearinghouse and/or Texas Depository Libraries. ©2015 Texas Parks and Wildlife Department PWD MP P4506-0023F (7/15) TPWD receives federal assistance from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and other federal agencies and is subject to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and state anti-discrimination laws which prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability. If you believe that you have been discriminated against in any TPWD program, activity or facility, or need more information, please contact Office of Diversity and Inclusive Workforce Management, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 5275 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church VA 22041.

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range from primitive to premium, which have both water and electricity. Campsites range from $6-$20 per night, and cabins range from $75-$135 per night. Visitors wishing to reserve a cabin or campsite should contact the park, 940-549-1803. Sometimes, specific campgrounds are closed due to various projects. The park offers rest rooms, playgrounds, picnic tables, a trailer dump sta-

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Possum Kingdom State Park offers spacious open grounds with land and water opportunities for visitors to enjoy. Located on 1,528 acres adjacent to Possum Kingdom Lake, the park acquired the deed from the Brazos River Authority in 1940 and was opened to the public in 1950. It is located in the rugged canyon country of the Palo Pinto Mountains and Brazos River Valley. On water, you can swim, boat, fish, ski,

scuba dive and snorkel. On land, you can camp, picnic, hike, bike, study nature and geocache. For those interested in wildlife, numerous species are at home at the park, including white-tailed deer, blackchinned hummingbirds and golden-cheeked warblers. The park has six airconditioned cabins that accommodate four in each and one that accommodates eight along with campsites. Additionally, campsites

tion and boat ramp with courtesy dock. A fish cleaning facility is also centrally located. Large-mouth bass, white crappie, striped and white bass and channel and blue catfish are among the most common species found in the lake. A fishing license is not required, to fish from the shore, but size and bag limits do apply. For specific regulations, contact the park. The Possum

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conditions when packing for their park visit. Average summer high temperatures are in the upper 90s. For more information about park conditions, including fire bans and water levels, call 940549-1803.

tent, the water at Possum Kingdom State Park is non-potable. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own water. Non-potable water is available at campsites, rest rooms and shower facilities. Visitors should be mindful of weather

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PLEASE NOTE

11 3

5 3

Primitive Camping 4

24 22 23

7 2

Water/Electric 26 28

Dump Station 30

Residence

32 33

Lakeview Camping Area

Water Only Marina boat slips

39 43 40 41

49 50

45 47 57

78 4244 76 72 70

77 75 74 73

Regular Water & Electric Sites

Concession Hiking Trail

79 60

61 67 64

62 63 65

WATER ACTIVITIES

80 81 82 84

115

116

Picnic Area

114 113

Chaparral Trail 87 88 Camping Area Water Only

Designated Swimming Area

112 111

109

93 94

106 105 104

107

Fish Cleaning

102

101

Playground

100

Gas Pump

• Have your vessel ready to launch before getting to ramp area. 99 Launch your vessel and clear the ramp area. Do not block ramp area. • No boat clean-up or swimming in the ramp area. • If your vessel will not start, clear the ramp area. • Personal watercraft are not allowed in the swimming area and must observe the No Wake rules, particularly in the boat-launch area. Personal watercraft are not allowed to tie up in boat-launch area.

TPWD receives funds from the USFWS. TPWD prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, and gender, pursuant to state and federal law. To request an accommodation or obtain information in an alternative format, please contact TPWD on a Text Telephone (TDD) at (512) 389-8915 or by Relay Texas at 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2989. If you believe you have been discriminated against by TPWD, please contact TPWD or the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Office for Diversity and Workforce Management, 5275 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22041.

Boat Ramp Fishing Pier

103

95 96

PARK ROAD

108

• No pets or glass containers allowed in swimming area.

BOAT LAUNCH PROTOCOL

Parking

110 89 90 91

• Swim at your own risk. NO LIFEGUARD on duty. • Always swim with a friend. Children must be supervised by an adult who can swim.

Cabins Maintenance

Shady Grove Camping Area

51 52

FIRES • Gathering of firewood is prohibited. • Campfires are permitted only in fire rings provided at each site. No ground fires are permitted. Please, use extreme caution with any burning materials during the high-fire danger summer brings.

Tent Sites

Possum Kingdom State Park Store and Marina

38 37

• CHECK OUT time is 2 p.m. for campsites, 5 11 a.m. for cabins or renew permit by 9 a.m. (pending site availability). 6 • PUBLIC CONSUMPTION OR DISPLAY OF ANY ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE IS PROHIBITED. • A maximum of eight people permitted per campsite. Four per site in primitive area. Guests must leave the park by 10 p.m. Quiet time is from 10 p.m. – 6 a.m. Generators must be turned off during quiet hours. • Campsite must be kept clean; all trash must be picked up before leaving. Dumpsters are conveniently located on all camping loops. • GRAY WATER AND BLACK WATER MUST BE DISCHARGED ONLY AT DUMP STATIONS. • Only one unit per site is permitted to hook up to utilities. • Pets must be kept on a leash and attended at all times. Please pick up after them. No pets in or around cabin area. • No tents in cabin area.

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36 35 34

18 19

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visitors to enjoy, including Texas ash, pecan and live oak. Common plants and owers include yucca, Indian paintbrush and bluebonnets. Six shing piers offer plenty of access to Lake Mineral Wells, which is full of bass, cat sh, crappie and sun sh. A shing license is not required, but size and bag limits do apply. The park loans rods, reels and tackle boxes through the Tackle Loaner Program. The park is open seven days a week, except for public hunts. Hours for day use are 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Day use fees are $7 per person 13 years or over, yearly passes are available for $70 and each person in the vehicle will be allowed in free. Active military with a valid ID card are always free. Campsites cost $10-$26 per night, and screened cost $36 per night. Rock climbing cost $3 per person. Visitors should be mindful of weather conditions when packing for their park visit. Average summer temperatures are in the upper 90s. For more information about park conditions, including re bans and water levels, call 940-328-1171.

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About 25 miles northwest of Possum Kingdom Lake, Graham will host the second annual Food Truck Championship of Texas on Saturday, June 4. The event will take place on America’s largest downtown square. Pat Green and the Casey Donahew Band will perform a concert on the lawn that evening. As many as 50 food trucks from all over Texas will compete for the largest food truck grand prize in Texas — $10,000. Other awards include: Best Signature Dish — $2,500, People’s Choice — $1,000, Best Truck Theme & Design — $1,000, Best Texas BBQ — $500, Best International Dish — $500, Best American Cuisine — $500, Best Dessert — $500, Best Food Truck Spirit — $500, Most Unique Menu — $500. Admission to the event is free. Each truck will serve a full menu, along with their signature dish. Average dish price ranges from $6 to $10. Cash and/or credit will be accepted. The festival hours will be from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. or until the food runs out. Other events that same day include: live

music, Possum Pedal Bike Ride, children’s activities and an art show featuring artists from art guilds in the surrounding areas. Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket for a relaxed June day under the trees. The day’s events will wrap up with a concert under the stars by country music artist Pat Green. Gates will open at 5 p.m. Casey Donahew Band will open for Green at 7 pm., and Green will perform at 8:30 p.m. Concert tickets cost $29 in advance or $35 at the gate. Preferred seating tickets are available for $59 and can be purchased online. Attendees may bring in their own cooler for a fee of $25 per cooler. Food and nonalcoholic drinks will be available for purchase.

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Free parking is available about half a mile from the concert venue. Handicapped parking is available near the entrance. Visit the event website for more information at www.foodtruckchampionshipoftexas.com. Possum Pedal Before the Food Truck Championship of Texas gets underway, crowds will gather in Downtown Graham for another event — the Possum

Pedal. The annual bicycle ride will start at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, June 4. This year’s Possum Pedal offers rides of 6, 21, 27, 34, 50, 65 and 79 miles through northern Young County, including Graham, Newcastle, Padgett, Olney and Jean. The ride begins and ends at the corner of Third and Oak streets in Downtown Graham. Historical areas along the routes include a stop at Fort Belknap, roads

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that travel along the old Goodnight-Loving cattle drive trail and numerous roadside historical markers. Rest stops are plentiful and ride support is strong. Drinks, water, fruit and snacks will be available at each rest stop, but all participants should carry water. Additionally, all participants must wear a helmet. Registration will open at 6 a.m. Saturday, June 4, at the American Legion Building, next door to the Visitor and Business Center at 608 Elm St. More info is available at www.possumpedal.com. Participants may register online or at the ride on June 4. Registration fees: - $30 for adult in advance, $35 after May 31 and on-site

Graford is the small town on State Highway 254 one passes through on the way to Possum Kingdom Lake. The quiet little community often goes unnoticed as travelers set their sights on PK’s many opportunities for vacation fun, but there is more to Graford than meets the eye. Being situated at the halfway point between Graham and Weatherford, Graford got its name from the two bigger towns. In 1854, George R. Bevers surveyed a homestead at Flat Rock Crossing on Big Keechi Creek, three miles east of what was to become the town site and, in 1855, he built a home that became a stopping place for travelers between Fort

Belknap and Weatherford. An historical marker along Highway 254, east of Graford, marks the location. A store established by Ansell Russell and Willis Mills on the Fort WorthFort Belknap Road was the community’s first business. Texas Rangers who secured the release of white captive Cynthia Ann Parker, mother of Comanche chief Quannah Parker, met at the store to begin their quest. In 1894, William S. Green became Graford’s first postmaster and by 1920 the community had a population of 313. By 1940, it had incorporat-

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ed and had a population of 804 and a bank had been established. The Weatherford, Mineral Wells and Northwestern Railroad completed 25 miles from Weatherford to Mineral Wells in 1891. The line was bought by the Texas and Pacific Railway Company in 1902 and extended 18 miles from Mineral Wells to Graford in 1908. In 1931, the line was classified as a Class II railroad by the Railroad Commission and owned three locomotives and

three cars. That year the line earned $5,783 in passenger revenue and $854,122 in freight revenue. Twelve miles of track between Salesville and Graford were abandoned in 1936, as were eight miles between Mineral Wells and Salesville in 1941. In 1980, Graford’s population was reported as 495, and in 1990 it was 561. Graford is 12 miles east of Possum Kingdom Lake. Today the town has 571 inhabitants.

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Possum Kingdom Lake For the third year in a row, Possum Kingdom Lake will host the Red Bull Cliff Diving competition. The local event, scheduled for June 4, 2016, is the kickoff location — and the only U.S. stop — for the international tour that leads up to the Cliff Diving World Series in October in the UAE.

In addition to the annual cliff diving event, Possum Kingdom Lake has a lot to offer. The lake, created with the damming of the Brazos River, is a popular hotspot for vacationers and locals who want to spend a day or week at the beach for a retreat from the hot Texas sun.

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The lake, however, is more than a place to soak in the sun. Its history and the land surrounding it dates back many years. It is said that Spanish explorers traveled through the area, but they were not rst. Long ago, Indians of many tribes settled along the banks of the Brazos River, and many artifacts can still be found. Early cattlemen raised their herds and fought Indians and rustlers. Oliver Loving drove his rst cattle herd to Louisiana from Loving Valley, just below Morris Sheppard Dam. The dam, named for Sen. John Morris Sheppard, was the rst erected by the Brazos River Conservation and Reclamation District, later to become the Brazos River Authority. The dam, a heavily buttressed concrete structure with adjoining earth embankment, was built at a cost of $8.5 million. It is 2,747 feet long and has a maximum height of 189 feet; the spillway is 987 feet above mean sea level. The dam was ordered to be decommissioned in 2010. The lake and reservoir are owned and operated by the BRA. At rst, PK Lake was known primarily to area residents as a good place to go shing or swimming on the weekends and holidays. As word of its attributes has spread far and wide, the lake now draws visitors from across the state and the nation.

Possum Kingdom Lake is considered one of the most beautiful areas in Texas and has been featured in Texas Highways and Texas Parks and Wildlife magazines numerous times. Of cially called Possum Kingdom Reservoir, the lake is on the Brazos River in Palo Pinto, Stephens, Jack and Young counties. It has a capacity of 724,700 acre-feet, a surface area of 19,800 acres and a shoreline of 310 miles. Morris Sheppard Dam impounds 1.5 million acre-feet of water annually for municipal, industrial, mining, irrigation, oodcontrol, recreational and power-generation uses. Area hills and valleys, post oaks and cedars make a paradise for possums and many other types of wildlife around the lake. The dam turned the once wild river into one of the premier recreational locations in the state, offering water sport opportunities, as well as shing and camping set amid the hills of one of the more pristine areas in the United States. With its popularity, businesses around the area cater to the needs of visitors. Resorts, from more rustic camps to comfortable hotels, are available. Restaurants offering a full variety of favorites on both the east and west sides of the lake satisfy even the most nicky palate. For water enthusiasts, there are marinas, boat launches — both public

and private — scuba diving opportunities, water skiing, shing, swimming and just relaxing by the water. Several boat rental businesses are located around the lake, offering personal water crafts, ski boats and party boats. Docks abound, as do services both on and off the water. The estimated annual visitors number is close to 1 million, and facilities to accommodate these visitors have grown dramatically over the last several

years. However, the ongoing drought sparked the 2011 PK wild res, resulting in a loss of hundreds of thousands of acres of greenery and wildlife. More than 160 homes were destroyed in the re, causing locals to relocate until the res subsided. Over the past four years, the twisted black trunks of the trees have steadily been surrounded by green grass and returning wildlife. Through the ames of the past, PK Lake has made its way back into the

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hustle and bustle of business and warmly greets visitors with its open and green camping grounds. Camping is abundant at PK, with several publicuse camping areas on the water, and Sandy Beach offers an area for that weekend trip to build sand castles, swim or just relax and enjoy the sun and water. On the west side, Possum Kingdom State Park adjoins the Cedar Creek area of the lake, offering

camping, boat rentals and a site far removed from the hustle and bustle of the modern age. Texas Parks and Wildlife has served the shing enthusiasts, stocking the lake annually with striper, native bass and largemouth Florida bass. Area shing guides, some lifelong residents of the lake, are available for a half-day or full-day’s shing.

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County Historical Association, who create a compelling story of rural life from the mid-1800s through the rst half of the 20th century. The museum sponsors several events annually. In April, the historical association holds its Historic and Wild ower Tour, a self-paced tour of locations around the county. Lover’s Retreat, the Belding Ranch, Observation Point, the Johnson League Ranch with its unique history, Strawn and other areas have been included in the past. The rst Saturday in June features Frontier Days and the Old Settlers Reunion, which dates back to the 19th century as a means to honor the rst settlers in the area when it was still a part of the frontier. The day features not only

Old Jail Museum Complex In Making its home in a former jail, the Old Jail Museum Complex in Palo Pinto relates the county’s colorful history, from a dangerous frontier to present day. The county jail, built in 1882, became a relic of history in 1941 when the new courthouse — which contained a third- oor jail — was completed on the Palo Pinto square. It remained in service until the late 20th century when the current sheriff’s of ce and jail was built and now serves as the cornerstone of the grounds of the museum complex, which also includes a dog trot log cabin built in the early 1900s and another, 2016-2017 • 36 • PK vacation Guide

Palo Pinto built around 1897, from the Joe Johnson Ranch, the rebuilt Black Springs Fort and more. A grain bin, corn crib, Dodson Prairie thresher and other artifacts also occupy the grounds. At the museum, guests can see period clothing, shoes, saddles, branding irons, old photos, early cameras, glassware, old washing machines and household items, old rearms and war uniforms grouped in such categories as attire, school life, travel items, world of rodeo and textiles. The museum is maintained by dedicated volunteers of the Palo Pinto

speakers, but live music, tours of the museum grounds, living history demonstrations, including doll making, sewing, quilting, spinning, whittling and more, and most recently an antique car show that draws dozens of restored autos. At Christmas, the association holds its Frontier Christmas, with hay rides, treats, music, storytelling and decorations as they were in the 1800s. The Frontier Christmas is held the second Thursday in December, and this year’s event will be the 10th annual Frontier Christmas. In the last year or two, the complex has hosted historical exhibits produced by Humanities Texas, the state af liate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. These programs feature insights to both Texas and U.S. history and the people who left their mark. Additionally, research material is available at the

museum. Just a block away, historic buildings line the square around the courthouse and the county has taken steps to maintain the integrity of the county seat’s architecture. Within the courthouse are records that go back to the very beginnings of the county, one of the few counties in Texas that still retains the original documents, from the rst grand jury and commissioners court meeting to the present day. All in all, Palo Pinto, once named Golconda, is a place where one can almost feel the presence of early pioneers, including such notables as Charlie Goodnight, Oliver Loving, C.C. Slaughter and so many more. The Old Jail Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday through Saturday beginning the rst Thursday in March and

continuing through about the second Saturday in December. Tours can be scheduled by calling Ann Reagan, 940-659-2555. Some of this year’s special exhibits at the Old Jail Museum include: • “Quanah & Cynthia Ann Parker: A Pictorial Exhibit of Their Story” — through June 30 2016 Cynthia Ann and Quanah Parker are featured in more than 40 rarely seen photos in the Lakes Trail Program traveling exhibit that recognizes the importance of their life stories and is initiating an effort to tell both youths and adults about the mother and son. In 1836, a Comanche raiding party took Cynthia Ann from her family and over the following years, she became wife to a Comanche chief and mother to children, including Quanah. After Cynthia Ann was taken back by Texas

Rangers, Quanah became one of the most important Comanche leaders both in war and peace. • “Miguel Covarrubias: Caricaturista” — Sept. 1 Oct. 7, 2016 “Miguel Covarrubias: Caricaturista” is an exhibit created in cooperation with the Harry Ransom Center at The University of Texas at Austin and Humanities Texas, the state af liate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. According to the Old Jail Museum’s website, Miguel Covarrubias (1904–1957) was one of the foremost Mexican artists of the 20th century. His caricatures provide a unique window into the cultural and political milieu of the 1920s and 1930s. His intellectual interests inspired him to explore cultures as varied as the hues of his art. He became an expert in indigenous Mexican art and culture and an important gure in

the preservation of ancient sites and artifacts. • “Mexico: Splendors of Thirty Centuries and Destination Mexico” — Nov. 1 - 30, 2016 This exhibit is organized by the DeGolyer Library at Southern Methodist University, the Clements Center for Southwest Study, and Humanities Texas, the state af liate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, and it illuminates eight decades of tourist travel to Mexico, from the rst rail connections in the mid1880s to the advent of the jet age in the late 1950s. “Mexico: Splendors of Thirty Centuries” presents 3,000 years of Mexican culture and history through photographs of stone sculptures from prehistoric times, liturgical artifacts from Colonial days, 19thcentury portraits and landscapes, and works on canvas and paper by twentiethcentury muralists.

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