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LIFESTYLE LETTER

JULY 2021 PUBLISHER

John Rutherford | john.rutherford@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

SUMMERTIME, SUMMERTIME, SUM-SUM-SUMMERTIME! LET’S FACE IT BOERNE, WE HAVE HAD THE SNOW, THE RAIN, AND WE ARE NOW READY FOR THE SUNSHINE! This month is all about summer. Whether we are planning vacations or staycations, we are ready to get out and enjoy everything our planet has to offer with the sun and the HEAT! Luckily, we have tons of stuff to do, where to pick up that awesome summer convertible, wonderful places to eat/drink, where to travel, and what to wear to

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Jayme Emery CONTRIBUTING WRITER

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make sure you stay cool and look great! There is so much to do in Boerne that we

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will keep your summer calendar full of fun for the kids and those places just for

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parents to get a break. When you feel the heat hitting home and you are ready to cool off, head to our local pool, any of our local lakes, or even make that pilgrimage to the Gulf and hit the ocean. There are lots of places to cool off and most are only a hop, skip, and a jump from Main Street. Make sure and spend some quality time with the family because they grow up fast.

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If you have little ones and looking for a fabulous charter school, we have a new one

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in Boerne. Check out the article about the Nest Nature School – it is Amazing!

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There is a month and a half left of summer, live it to the fullest!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JULY 2021

FEATURES 12 Summer Fashions All Around Us For Fabulous Finds - Buy Local

16 Enjoy Hill Country Road Trips In A Convertible Hovey Motorcars Has Many To Choose From

26 Outdoor Dining Is Popular In Boerne Sometimes Offering A History Lesson

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32 Cibolo Center For Conservation Adventures In Outdoor Learning

DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Trend Setter

Driver’s Notebook

26 Local Limelight 28 Road Trip 32 Inspired By 34 Lifestyle Calendar

ADVOCATE

EDUCATE

CONNECT

To learn more about membership, visit us online at

www.boerne.org

GOOD TIMES 1.

SUMMER FUN IN BOERNE Another month in Boerne saw residents and visitors enjoying golf tournaments, bike rides, car shows, Berges Fest, summer camps and art classes. BISD celebrated the Teachers of the Year and the Boerne Chamber honored the companies and people that excelled in business and philanthropy in the City in 2020.

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AROUND TOWN

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S SUMMER FASHIONS TREND SETTER

ALL AROUND US

FOR FABULOUS FINDS - SHOP SMALL, BUY LOCAL

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AND ALONG RIVER ROAD, MAIN STREET AND BLANCO ROAD. This article features seven shops on South Main Street. Boerne Main Street still has that small town feel but with shops that offer a huge variety of fashions and gifts. You can find almost anything you desire at the trendy shops with savy owners and managers providing the highest quality goods and wonderful customer service. When the Boerne Lifestyle editor visited the shops, the sales associates were ready to show off their latest adds to the racks and point out what has been popular for the summer. In the seven shops visited, we found an amazing array of clothing, accessories and jewelry to fit on any woman’s or teen’s “gotta have that” list. Even though summer in Boerne means “hot”, the clothing felt comfy and easy to care for. From wildly patterned pants to long flowy dresses to shape-fitting shorter dresses everyone will find the fashion they like. Short pants and tops come in beautiful colors from neutral to bright. And of course you must have the wedge heel shoes and sandals plus the straw and cloth hats and colorful purses! The photos show some of the highlights from the shops; you can expect to find many more items in each.

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Bechants

SUMMER

PHOTOGRAPHY CONNIE MCFALL CLARK

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BECHANTS is “more than a store”. Whether you seek an extraordinary fragrance, unique hard-to-find gifts, essential self-care items, a remarkable clothing selection, one-of-a-

kind jewelry, kitchen ware, gifts and necessities for baby or exclusive stationery and writing tools, the Bechants shops offer spectacular purchasing. Expect wonderful customer service as well. http://bechants.com/

BOUTIQUE CHLOE ROSE provides the place to look for the perfect outfit in a trendy boutique in the hill country. If you’re looking for a modern, yet simple look, shop for bold clothing and a variety of accessories ranging from jewelry to perfume. Everything that you need for a back to school look or a young professional fashion statement, all under one roof for an affordable price. https://www.boutiquechloerose.com/

CELESTE is a well-known clothing boutique that offers customers a place to find extraordinary and chic clothing with styles that are up-to-date and timeless. Founded by Celeste in 2004 with her sister Suzanne, they strive to make every person who walks into the shop leave as a friend and loyal customer. Whether you’re looking for the latest trends, shoes or accessories celeste has something for everyone to buy and love. https://www.shopcelestetx.com/

ELLA BLUE BOUTIQUE is a trendy shop with amazing prices. Since its opening in 2003, Ella Blue has made a name for itself as a Boerne hotspot, carrying eclectic pieces that range from casual to cocktail. Ella Blue also offers a wide selection of shoes and statement jewelry, perfect for topping off your new look. https://www.shopellablue.com/

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Ashley Ermis, Manager/JOLI Boutique

JOLI BOUTIQUE Joli means “pretty” in French and JOLI Boutique selects items that are pretty and unique and provide a variety of apparel and acces-

FASHIONS

sories. The owner selects only quality items made in

the U.S. or in Canada based on its appeal to all ages and shapes. We have a passion for serving others

and helping our customers “dress their confidence”. The Joli philosophy is that every lady should be uniquely beautiful.

PLAZA TAXCO is dedicated to offering the highest

quality silver and handcrafted jewelry that comes from a well-known silver store in Mexico called “Linda

de Taxco” located in the city of Taxco, Guerrero, Mexico. Exquisite glassware and fashion accessories dominate the Boerne shop. Beautifully painted hats

and handbags are unique and not found anywhere else in town. http://plazataxco.com/

Plaza Taxco

UPTOWN CHIC BOUTIQUE & GIFTS offers a wealth of Kendra Scott jewelry as well as fashions and accessories for women and children. Also in this smart and chic shop are leisurewear and shoes. We strive to be a one-stop shop for all your shopping needs. https:// www.shopalibianduptownchic.com/

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DRIVER’S NOTEBOOK PHOTOGRAPHY CONNIE MCFALL CLARK

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HOVEY MOTORCARS HAS MANY TO CHOOSE FROM

IMAGINE ZIPPING ALONG THE CURVES AND HILLS OUTSIDE BOERNE ENJOYING THE SUMMER WEATHER AND MAKING PIT STOPS ALONG THE WAY. Our precious area of the Texas Hill Country offers many scenic routes and numerous small towns to visit. Now, imagine traveling in a convertible with the top down and the wind blowing through your hair! Rick Hovey at Hovey Motorcars can introduce you to your future ride. Having both vintage cars as well as late models in the showroom and on the lot, Hovey is a third generation car man. In 1998 his father Richard opened Hovey 16

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Motorcars on San Pedro in San Antonio. The dealership in Boerne is three years old. Both father and son can be found in the shop on a daily basis. "The nice thing is that I get to play with the cars that we buy and then sell them. I really have no need to start a collection even though we do have three old family cars in the Hovey garage." The Hoveys are planning to expand the building to add climate controlled service bays to attract quality, seasoned mechanics ant techs to handle the service, restoration and maintenance requests that come in - for both classics and late models. Once the City approves the building plans, the service area should be open within the next three months. https://www.hoveymotorcars.com/

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Helping Hospitality Providers for Ten Years Here are a couple Hill Country get aways for you this summer!! At this circa 1843 German homestead, now dubbed Cherokee Rose ~ The Retreat (insert logo here instead of words?), GRIT Co. remodeled the kitchen and installed handcrafted millworks to accentuate the property's heritage and provide top of the line

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comfort to guests. Book a visit to this get away to soak up the private Guadalupe access and ranch that's been visited for the last 5 years by travelers from all around the world!

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ENJOY ALL THE WORLD HAS TO OFFER

ARTICLE ALISSA DENT/

SUMMER IS UPON US AND IF YOU HAVEN’T PLANNED YOUR TRIPS YET, IT IS TIME TO DO SO. Whether you’re looking for lovely stretches of beach or somewhere that has cooler weather in July than Texas, the world abounds with just the right place for you! Many tourists travel by packaged plans rather than making arrangements in unfamiliar territory. Of course airlines and many online sites provide discounted travel and hotel rates; however knowledgeable travel consultants can also get you good deals on excursions. Alissa Dent at Boerne Travel provided answers to questions about family and individual travel. She can help with all your travel needs. Check out her websites: www.boernetravel.com or www. sea2shoretravelagency.com. FOR A SUMMER TRIP, WHAT IS THE BEST VALUE FOR A FAMILY OF 5? The best value would be located in Cancun as we have multiple all-inclusive options with rooms that hold five people

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T I M E T O T R AV E L

BOERNE TRAVEL

Montana

Alissa Dent

that are cost effective. Sometimes it can even be less expensive to

Adults only resorts are newer options and a great

book another room next door or close by.

way to travel. For the future we offer a Singles Cruise and also Virgin Cruises is for adults only.

ARE ALL-INCLUSIVE HOTEL DEALS REALLY THAT GREAT?

Sailing soon!

Absolutely! A true all-inclusive can include all your meals, drinks, entertainment, taxes, fees and even tips! I can only recommend the

I UNDERSTAND GROUP TOURS ARE

best options!

ECONOMICAL BUT WHAT IF I DON’T WANT TO GO TO VENUES ON THE SCHEDULE?

WHAT IS THE SAFEST WAY FOR THE OVER 65 CROWD TO TRAVEL?

A private tour is the ultimate experience and we can customize your tour. Or consider a small

Private jet to the destination or by car depending on where you’re

group. There are plenty of different options to

going. The airlines and resorts are doing their best at taking pre-

choose from. We work with quite a few tour

cautions and keeping everything well-sanitized. All depends on

operators that offer this.

the traveler’s budget. TO AVOID THE TEXAS HEAT AND STAY IN WHAT IS A GOOD DESTINATION IN THE SUMMER FOR A SINGLE PERSON WHO DOESN’T WANT TO BE AROUND KIDS?

THE U.S. WHAT IS AVAILABLE? Right now we have Alaska available for land only

We offer multiple resorts that are geared towards singles or that are

tours and some small ship cruising options along

adult only options. Again, Cancun has great options. Also different parts

with visits to Montana, Wyoming, North and South

of Mexico including Cabo and Puerto Vallarta as well as the Dominican

Dakota. Yellowstone is a very popular option this

Republic and Jamaica are great options. And let’s not forget Costa Rica.

summer along with Yosemite in California. CityLifestyle.com/Boerne

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ARTICLE BOERNE CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU

ADVENTURE AND ACTIVITIES AWAIT YOU

SUMMER FUN IN BOERNE

ALPINE TOWER & ZIPLINE

The obstacles at Don Strange include traversing a

level so you can thoroughly enjoy your trail ride expe-

Welfare Road north of Boerne. https://donstranger-

rience! At 27030 Toutant Beauregard off I-10 just west

anch.com/activities/alpine-tower-zipline/

of Boerne Stage Road. https://diamondcstables.net/

ARROWS ACTIVE PLAY PARK

GUADALUPE RIVER STATE PARK

8,000 square foot Indoor Playground and Cafe. Offering

Swim, fish, tube, and canoe! While on land, take

multi-level fun for all ages plus a SoftPlay toddler area

advantage of camping, hiking, bird watching and

and cafe serving specialty coffee and gourmet sand-

more. Park Road 31 off State Highway 46 West.

wiches. In the Pleasant Valley Business Park off East

https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/guadalupe-river

Hwy 46. info@arrowsactiveplayparkboerne.com

BERGHEIM CAMPGROUNDS AND RIVER OUTFITTERS

Bergheim offers camping, kayaking, canoeing, and tubing rentals for one of the best Guadalupe River experiences. On the Guadalupe River at FM 3351. https://bergheimcampground.com/

BOERNE SKATE PARK

There is approximately 7,500 square feet featuring a plaza-style design. Enjoy this one-of-a-kind “streetscape” plaza style! On Adler Road Across from Curington Elementary School. https://www.ci. boerne.tx.us/530/Boerne-Skate-Park

BOERNE STAGE AIRFIELD

Offers flight training, aircraft rentals, hangar rental, aircraft storage, and more! On Boerne Stage Road south of Boerne. http://boernestageairfield.com/

BUCKHORN GOLF COURSE

Enjoy the challenge of elevation changes, clear water On FM 473 in Comfort. https://www.buckhorngolfcourse.com/

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Diamond C has horses suited to every experience

ropes tower, bridges, and high-speed zip lines! On

creeks, stands of live oak, and, of course, vista views.

DIAMOND C STABLES AND RANCH

HERFF FARM

60 acres of historically significant land available for tours on Saturdays (March-October) during the Farmers Market at the Cibolo. 33 Herff Road in Boerne. https://cibolo.org/locations/herff-farm

HILL COUNTRY PADDLE SPORTS

Your one-stop shop for paddleboard and non-motorized watercraft rentals at Boerne City Lake! Off I-10 north of Boerne at 21 Upper Cibolo Creek Rd. https://www.hillcountrypaddlesports.com/

JOSHUA CREEK RANCH

A private hunting ranch offering year-round sporting clays, fishing, and more! At 32 Cravey Road off Waring Road north of Boerne. https://www. joshuacreek.com/

KINDERPARK

Perfect for small birthday parties and gatherings, this fenced and shaded park is very popular for families with younger children. At the corner of Water Street and Highland Street in Boerne. https://www.ci.boerne.tx.us/180/Kinderpark

LA CANTERA HILL COUNTRY RESORT GOLF COURSE

Offering two courses for play, this golf haven is just minutes south of Boerne at 16641 La Cantera Parkway off I-10 in San Antonio. https://www.lacanteraresort.com/golf_san_antonio/

NORTHRUP PARK

The 103-acre Northrup Park offers a variety of sporting amenities! Located at 37550 IH 10 West on the Frontage Road. https://www.ci.boerne.tx.us/175/Northrup-Park

STRICKER TRAIL RIDES

Professional horse trainer, Willie Stricker, will guide you on the trails with experienced trail horses. 324 Wild Turkey Blvd. near Tapatio Springs off Johns Road. http://strickertrailrides.com/

TAPATIO SPRINGS HILL COUNTRY RESORT

Tapatio Springs Hill Country Resort provides championship-level golf facilities among the limestone cliffs, oak trees and clear springs surrounding Boerne. Located at 1 Resort Way off Johns Road. https://www.tapatiosprings.com/

TEJAS RODEO CO.

Enjoy this family-friendly rodeo, live music series, and delicious Steakhouse and Saloon! Tickets available online or at the gate. Located at 401 Obst Rd. between Old Town Bulverde and Blanco Road. https://www.tejasrodeo.com/

THE DUGOUT OF BOERNE

Built to provide and promote elite baseball and softball instruction! Open at 132 Old San Antonio Rd. https://www.thedugoutofboerne.com/

THE ROUNDUP OUTDOOR MUSIC VENUE

Boasting a playground, a pet-friendly atmosphere, and national acts on a monthly basis! Located at 531 FM 3351, North of Bergheim. https://www.therounduptx.com/

TRISUM SAILING

Private and group sailing lessons are offered as well as chartered rides. 1 Upper Cibolo Creek Rd at Boerne City Lake Park. https://trisumsailing.com/

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT

OUTDOOR DINING IS POPULAR

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Dodging Duck

EVEN IN SUMMER WEATHER IN BOERNE, OUTDOOR DINING IS A NICE CHANGE FROM THE REGULAR ROUTINE OF MEALTIMES. Our City boasts of several outdoor dining areas that are extremely popular. We’ll focus on two in this article. The Dodging Duck Brewhaus & Restaurant is a family-owned and operated brewpub celebrating its 17th anniversary. In a renovated turn-of-the-century home with outdoor decks and a patio, the menu includes “creative and contemporary” dishes. Fresh regional ingredients go into the halfpound “Brewhaus” Akaushi beef or bison burgers, grilled sausage plates with soft Bavarian pretzels and beer sauerkraut, and the award-winning “Heart of Boerne” salads are very popular. The Dodging Duck’s delicious fresh craft beer is brewed on-site in a 10-barrel copper-clad brewery and piped directly to the taps mounted inside in the wraparound bar. Located on River Road, the traffic can get congested as the duck population waddles from the Cibolo Creek banks to the grassy area in front of the restaurant. Vehicle traffic should be prepared to stop to allow the flock to cross. https://www.dodgingduck.com/

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Peggy's on the Green

Peggy’s on the Green is the result of Mark Bohanan’s, (Chef/Owner of Bohanan’s in San Antonio) look to the north, intent on establishing a South-inspired, all-American restaurant in Boerne. Named for Mark’s late mother, a great cook, the restaurant is located in the historically-significant Kendall Inn, a 19th century stagecoach stop that’s offered Texas hospitality since 1859. The lovely restaurant, bar and outdoor seating area is located on West Blanco across from Boerne Main Plaza. Brunch, lunch and dinner menus offer extraordinary dishes and wonderful desserts. Sandwiches such as the Monte Cristo and Maine Lobster Roll for lunch plus a variety of Eggs Benedict dishes for brunch and many appetizers, soups and salads available across all menus offer something for everyone. Steaks and seafood served with tasty vegetable dishes for the table will keep you going back for more. http://www.peggysonthegreen.com/ CityLifestyle.com/Boerne

ROAD TRIP

Explore National Parks Across the U.S. 8 TOP NATIONAL PARKS TO VISIT NOW

THE UNITED STATES’ NATIONAL PARKS, WHICH ARE KNOWN FOR THEIR NATURAL WONDERS

AND

UNMATCHED

BEAUTY,

ENCOMPASS LANDS THAT HELPED SHAPE THE HISTORY OF THIS COUNTRY AND HOLD CULTURAL VALUE AND SIGNIFICANCE. The national parks invite us to stretch our imaginations—and our legs—and explore the great outdoors. This list of national parks just scratches the surface of the natural wonders to wonderlands to discover, but it includes eight of the most stunning national parks in the United States.

1. ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK Rocky Mountain National Park includes majestic mountains, abundant wildlife, incredible hiking trails and so much more. Popular activities include fishing, hiking, riding horses and bikes and enjoying the spectacular views. Wintertime brings cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and sledding. Watching wildlife, such as bighorn sheep, elk, moose and mule deer, is a popular activity as well.

YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK Located in California’s Sierra Nevada Mountains, Yosemite National Park boasts giant sequoia trees, breathtaking waterfalls, vast meadows and more. The park is home to unique rock formations like El Capitan, Half Dome and Glacier Point. Gaze in awe at Yosemite’s thousands of waterfalls, including Yosemite Falls, Ribbon Fall and Wapama Falls.

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3. YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK Yellowstone’s 2.2 million acres include colorful hot springs, awe-inspiring waterfalls, fascinating mudpots, explosive geysers, diverse wildlife and more. It is home to more hot springs and geysers than anywhere else on Earth. The oldest and largest herd of bison in the country lives at Yellowstone, as well as elk, wolves and grizzly bears.

BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK Bryce Canyon National Park, located in southwestern Utah, is home to the world’s largest concentration of hoodoos on Earth. With its fascinating landscape composed of hoodoos, horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters and whimsical limestone rock formations, a visit to Bryce Canyon is often likened to a visit to another planet. This stunning landscape, formed by wind, water and snow, draws hikers, rock climbers, photographers, stargazers and cross-country skiers.

GLACIER NATIONAL PARK Glacier National Park is located on the border of Canada and the United States and is often referred to as the “Crown of the Continent.” Visitors will find more than 700 glacial lakes and many hiking trails, ranging in difficulty from easy to strenuous. Going-to-the-Sun Road, known as one of the most spectacular scenic drives in the country, is a paved, two-lane highway that divides the park into east and west regions.

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ZION NATIONAL PARK Zion National Park’s colorful sandstone cliffs, lush plateaus covered in pine and junipers, narrow canyons, the Virgin River, plus seeps, springs and waterfalls are just some of the scenic wonders here. One of Zion’s most popular hikes is known as the Narrows, the slimmest section of Zion Canyon. Other popular attractions include the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive, Angels Landing, Observation Point and Canyon Overlook Trail.

7. GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK Wyoming’s Grand Teton National Park spans 310,000 acres and towers above the Jackson Hole Valley. The Teton Mountains, the youngest in the Rockies, are reflected majestically on the surfaces of six pristine lakes and the Snake River. Experienced climbers can summit the 13,770foot Grand Teton, and long-distance hikers can take the Paintbrush Canyon-Cascade Canyon Loop for impressive views of the mountain.

GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK This UNESCO World Heritage Site is 277 river miles long, up to 18 miles wide and 1 mile deep. The South Rim is home to Grand Canyon Village and Bright Angel Trail. The West Rim is home to the Grand Canyon Skywalk, a glass bridge that extends 70 feet over the edge of a cliff. The North Rim is the most remote access point, allowing visitors to experience the park firsthand through intense hiking and backpacking and thrilling river rafting.

Hopefully, this list has inspired you to start planning your next adventure. Whether the mountains are calling, your inner daredevil needs to be satiated or a scenic road trip is in order, America’s national parks are begging to be explored! 30

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ADVENTURES IN OUTDOOR LEARNING

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ARTICLE CONNIE MCFALL CLARK PHOTOGRAPHY ALLIE RUSSELL

ADVENTURE ABOUNDS IN THE MANY NATURE PROGRAMS

THE

CIBOLO

CENTER

Margaret Lamar, Executive Director, Cibolo Center for

FOR

Conservation, explained the three areas on which this

CONSERVATION’S CAMPUSES: THE CIBOLO NATURE

leader in conservation focuses. Outdoor Learning is key

CENTER AND THE NEW NEST NATURE SCHOOL ON

to programs developed for children, families and adults.

HERFF FARM WHICH WILL OPEN IN THE FALL. The

From year-round pre-school programs to the summer

Center promotes outdoor learning, community connections

programs featuring summer camps for children and

and applied research as part of its vision and commitment

night hikes for adults, there is something for everyone

to Kendall County.

who wants to play in nature. One of the popular pro-

Their biggest endeavor to date is the creation of a new

grams is the homeschool garden plots where families

campus to expand on the five successful years of the nature

grow vegetables from seeds to prepare and sell at the

school. The new area on the Herff Farm will feature the Nest

Farmer’s Market in June.

Nature School with four classroom cottages, an amphithe-

Community Connections are achieved through outreach

ater, a historic barn, a gathering hall auditorium, an event

such as the Farmer’s Market at Herff Farm on Saturdays to

lawn, and a school welcome center – “a whole learning vil-

the Moondance concerts at the Nature Center. The nature

lage” with plenty of parking nestled among the multitude of

trails are open to the public and plans are in the works for a

heritage oak trees.

Monarch Festival in the Fall this year.

Linda Charlton, Nature School Director of Early Childhood

Serious conservation work is done through the Applied

Development, stresses the importance of outdoor education

Research area. For twenty years volunteers and scientists

for children. “It provides children resiliency and motor skills

have monitored the wildlife, waterways and plants in their

while assisting to help with ADHD and obesity. Outdoor

natural habitats. According to Lamar, “For our civic engage-

education helps the children with executive function. It is

ment in the community, we sit on committees such as

important to view this education through a lens of conserva-

transportation and the unified development code to ensure

tion and through play, the way children learn best.”

the City and County decision-makers have conservation on

With the opening of the Nest School in the Fall, Sarah Mortati,

their minds when preparing for the future.”

Nest Nature School Director of Administration, explained that

For more than 32 years, the Cibolo has deepened the com-

they will “maintain the heart of the current outdoor education

munity’s connection to its land and water and has become a

program to expand learning to more children.” The Nest School

model of conservation education throughout the state.

fosters growth for pre-school children ages 3-5.

www.cibolo.org

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JULY

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

see native nine-banded armadillos.

MUSIC IN THE CAVE: AMERICAN STORIES

ABENDKONZERTE

firsthand how they survive. Learn all

Enjoy the evening following armadillos around to learn and observe

Main Plaza Park

you can about the small mammal of

Cave Without A Name

July 6 and 20 dates - concert starts

Texas and their importance in the

The Marbriago Trio returns to the

at 7:30 p.m. Learn about Boerne's

ecosystems they inhabit.

cave for a rousing musical presen-

German Heritage with traditional

tation of American Stories. As the

German music and stories of its

Marbriago Trio, the three musicians

historic past.

have bonded musically over the years, creating their hyper-romantic interpretations of the trio repertoire for Viola, Clarinet, and Piano. Concert starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets on sale via website or in person. http://www.

24 MOONDANCE OUTDOOR CONCERTS - DIRTY ROTTEN SWINGBAND

9 TRACY LAWRENCE IN CONCERT

Cibolo Center for Conservation

The Roundup Music Venue

Grab your lawn chairs and cool-

The Roundup will be hosting Tracy

ers and head on over to the Cibolo

Lawrence, concert at 6:00 p.m.

Nature Center for some music and

Lawrence has country hits includ-

fun under the majestic oaks! Mark

ing "How a Cowgirl Says Goodbye",

your calendar for monthly concerts

INDEPENDENCE DAY FIREWORKS

"Sticks and Stone", "Alibis" and many

through October! Concerts start

more. Tickets on sale https://www.

at 7:00 p.m. Tickets available at

therounduptx.com/.

the entrance.

cavewithoutaname.com/

Boerne City Park

This spectacular display of fireworks is sponsored by the Boerne Fire Department. Grab a chair - watch and be amazed at the wonderful show in the sky.

16 NIGHT HIKES FOR ADULTS

Cibolo Center for Conservation

Would you like to get in touch with

Dates July 16 and 23 - From 7:00

us? We would love to hear from you!

until 8:30 p.m. join professional natu-

ralist Jasmine Torrez and explore the

Boerne using the Get In Touch link

Cibolo Center for Conservation to

and let us know what you think.

Got Water, Fire or Hail damage claim?

Call us. We will help with your insurance

claim and we will repair professionaly. years

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Boerne Lifestyle | July 2021