Texas Walking Clubs
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Shoeleather Express
3117 Meander St
Abilene, TX 79602
Chris Scott
(325) 698-5616
walktx.org/shoeleatherexpress
elachrisscott@msn.com
West Texas Trail Walkers
1801 Lavaca St Apt 6G
Austin, TX 78701
Charles Wortz
(512) 479-0741
ava.org/clubs/wttw/
cwortz@texas.net
Colorado River Walkers
PO Box 13051
Austin, TX 78711
Nancy Middlebrook
(512) 442-8528
coloradoriverwalkers.org/
nancym@realtime.net
Castroville Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 572
Castroville, TX 78009
Janet Bednarz
(830) 931-3158
jtbednarz@yahoo.com
Hill Country Volkssportverein
PO Box 822
Comfort, TX 78013
John Bohnert
(830) 995-2421
web.me.com/txtrailhead
txtrailhead@hctc.net
Trotting Texas Turtles
712 Ridge St
Copperas Cove, TX 76522
Beverly Kittinger
(254) 547-1403
walktx.org/ttt2.html
walkabout@hot.rr.com
Sparkling City Strollers
PO Box 492
Port Aransas, TX 78373
Carol Woodfin
(361) 749-3648
carol78373@yahoo.com
Dallas Trekkers
PO Box 743813
Dallas, TX 75374
dallastrekkers.org/
contact@dallastrekkers.org
Amigo Amblers
2024 Pier Ln
El Paso, TX 79936
Mary Seagrove
(915) 595-2291
sites.google.com/site/amigoamblers/
merrymary48@yahoo.com
Tarrant County Walkers
2426 Warner Rd
Fort Worth, TX 76110
Susan Fine
(817) 925-5447
walktx.org/tarrantcountywalkers
finesusan@sbcglobal.net
Volkssportverein Friedrichsburg
Box 503
Fredericksburg, TX 78624
Joyce O'Rear
(830) 992-2053
walktx.org/ava1
tnjocole@austin.rr.com
Friendswood Fun Walkers
1203 Kleihege Rd
New Ulm, TX 78950
Rosemary Creamer
(979) 732-9231
razcreamer@yahoo.com
Hood County Hummers
5231 Wedgefield
Granbury, TX 76049
Sonny Byington
(817) 579-1808
walktx.org/HoodCountyHummers/
sonnyrae@yahoo.com
Houston Happy Hikers
PO Box 101
Orchard, TX 77464
Catherine H. Kellner
(979) 478-6203
houstonhappyhikers.org
hhhpresident@houstonhappyhikers.org
Star Trekkers of Irving
217 Chamberlain
Irving, TX 75060
Gary Whitford
(214) 536-9756
startrekkers.org
grwhitford@gmail.com
Kerrville Trailblazers
PO Box 2097
Kerrville, TX 78028
Carol Talpey
walktx.org/KerrvilleTrailblazers/
talpeyc2@ktc.com
City of McAllen Parks and Recreation Department
PO Box 220
McAllen, TX 78505
Larry Pressler
(956) 688-3333
parks@mcallen.net
Midland Walkabout
4705 Spring Meadow Ln #4
Midland, TX 79705
Anne Severson
(432) 682-4980
midlandwalkabout.pbwiki.com
redheadgma@aol.com
New Braunfels Marsch-und Wandergruppe
PO Box 310778
New Braunfels, TX 78131
Helgard Hollis
(830) 625-6330
muw.walktexas.org
helgard@satx.rr.com
Texas Volkssport Assn
PO Box 101
Orchard, TX 77464
Catherine Kellner
(979) 478-6203
walktexas.org
kellnerc@swbell.net
Plano Walking Club
4221 Whistler Dr
Plano, TX 75093
Maggie Cole
(972) 612-8129
walktx.org/planowalkingclub
maggiec01@verizon.net
Randolph AFB Walking Club
10100 Reunion Pl Ste 402
San Antonio, TX 78216
Phil Heeg
(210) 652-4406
San Angelo Volkswalkers
3319 Lindenwood Dr
San Angelo, TX 76904
Brownie Roberts
(325) 949-1073
Foreign Region AVA
1001 Pat Booker Rd Ste 101
Universal City, TX 78148
Curt Myron - President
(210) 659-2112
president@ava.org
Texas Wanderers
102 Wildridge Trl
Universal City, TX 78148
Gerald Kamicka, Jr.
(210) 658-2160
walktx.org/TexasWanderers
GeraldK726@aol.com
Lone Star Walkers
27727 Ramblewood
San Antonio, TX 78261
Heinz Johnson
(830) 980-5723
swrd@gvtc.com
Trinity Trekkers
8463 Romney
San Antonio, TX 78254
David N. Toth
(210) 521-8684
trintrek@sbcglobal.net
South West Region AVA
27727 Ramblewood
San Antonio, TX 78261
Col. Heinz Johnson
(830) 980-5723
swrd@gvtc.com
Selma Pathfinders
PO Box 700946
San Antonio, TX 78270
Phyllis Eagan
(210) 496-1402
geocities.com/Yosemite/Gorge/8195
papre1947@yahoo.com
San Marcos River Walkers
100 East Laurel Ln
San Marcos, TX 78666
Barbara Piersol
(512) 396-4463
bpiersol@grandecom.net
Smithville Volkssport Club
PO Box 716
Smithville, TX 78957
Adena Lewis
(512) 237-2313
adena.lewis@smithvilletx.org
East Texas Trekkers
4722 Comanche Trl
Tyler, TX 75707
Jan Wood
(903) 534-9301
Walktx.org/EastTexasTrekkers/
jpw6391@msn.com
Randolph Roadrunners
PO Box 2744
Universal City, TX 78148
Ellen Ott
(210) 525-8574
geocities.com/randolphroadrunners/
ellenott@sbcglobal.net
AVA Headquarters
1001 Pat Booker Rd. Ste. 101
Universal City, TX 78148
Jacklyn Wilson, Exec. Dir
(210) 659-2112
avahq@ava.org
BTC Oddsports Club
6438 Hill Creek Dr
San Antonio, TX 78256
Clay Baulch
(210) 698-0949
faculty.sulross.edu/cbaulch/index_files/page615.htm
btco@satx.rr.com
Weslaco Pacers
905 W 19th St
Weslaco, TX 78596
Lana Marie Paris
(956) 968-1185
lmwparis@hotmail.com
Buffalo Chip Kickers
4710 Tortuga Trl
Wichita Falls, TX 76309
Chuck Samus
(940) 691-0584
csamus@prodigy.net
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Hiking Texas: A Guide to 85 of the State's Greatest Hiking Adventures From the rugged Guadalupe Mountains in the west and the deep canyons of the Red River in the Panhandle to the lakes on the eastern landscape, the Texas backcountry is as spacious and diverse as the Lone Star State itself. Hiking Texas is the perfect introduction to the Texas backcountry. Written by veteran guidebook author and outdoor photographer Laurence Parent, it contains hikes to suit all abilities and interests. Many hikes lie within the boundaries of the state's two national parks, and many others can be found in the impressive Texas state parks. The book contains accurate, up-to-date trail information, complemented by detailed maps. The book also contains sections on hiking with children and backcountry safety and ethics. An excellent resource for backpackers looking to head into Big Bend National Park for a few days or families planning an easy hike within the city limits of Austin. Texas Walking Clubs Click on title or image for more info and price The big sky country of Texas calls hikers of all kinds to its trails. With over 80 parks, 56 wildlife management areas, nine natural areas and 28 historic sites and parklands, this vast state offers a plethora of hiking options to choose from. Regions covered include the Panhandle Plains, prairies and lakes, piney woods, Gulf Coast, South Texas Plains, Hill country, and Big Bend country. This two-color guide includes elevation profiles, sidebar tips, topographic maps, and a handy Hikes-at-a-Glance chart to help readers find the hikes they want quickly and easily. Whether you're planning an extended backpacking trip through the northern cross timber or a short day hike just outside of town, this guidebook presents a wonderful variety of iconic Texas trails. Texas Walking Clubs Click on title or image for more info and price 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: San Antonio and Austin This practical guide takes readers to the best trails found in the Texas Hill Country, all within easy reach of San Antonio and Austin. Destinations include secluded, low-traffic areas for quiet hikes as well more popular and heavily used paths. The former LBJ Ranch, the Guadalupe River, the Highland Lakes Chain, and the Lost Pines area are a few of the spectacular treks featured. Texas Walking Clubs Click on title or image for more info and price Best Hikes With Dogs: Texas Hill Country And Coast Best Hikes With Dogs: Texas Hill Country And Coast features 55 dog-friendly hikes throughout the Lonestar State's Hill Country and Gulf Coast regions. * All trails within driving distance of Austin, San Antonio, Houston. * Terrain that's hazard-free and easy on the paws. * What to pack for your pooch - the Ten Canine Essentials and the Doggy First-Aid Kit.
A native Texan, Melissa Gaskill has spent more than 20 years hiking and camping with her dogs all over Texas. In this new guidebook, she shares her favorite hikes in the Hill Country and Coast areas that are sure to delight both you and your pet. The hikes range from short jaunts to longer, challenging trails. Discover everything from rugged hills with limestone cliffs and rolling terrain, to wide-open areas with brush and cactus, to the coastal plain with its grasslands and pine forests.
For each hike, leash regulations and availability of water are noted, along with any trail concerns pertinent for your dog. Advice is given on topics such as proper canine trail etiquette, wildlife encounters, and weather concerns. There's also a handy Trail Finder chart that lists hikes by length, terrain, difficulty for dogs, and more. Texas Walking Clubs Click on title or image for more info and price 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Dallas, Fort Worth This detailed guide presents the best, most scenic day-hikes in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Covering everything from open prairies to rolling hills to lakeside beaches, the book shows hikers where to follow ancient dinosaur tracks, enjoy a secluded pecan grove, and experience Texas's vanishing blackland prairie. This guide is based on cutting-edge GPS data, with up-to-date maps and hike profiles. Texas Walking Clubs Click on title or image for more info and price Hiking Big Bend National Park features 47 of the finest trails in Texas - from short day hikes to backcountry treks. With this comprehensive guide, veteran hiker Laurence Parent provides all the information you need to get the most out of hiking this natural wonderland.
* Hikes suited to every ability
* Detailed trail descriptions
* GPS-compatible trail maps and route profiles
* Mile-by-mile directional cues
* Difficulty ratings, trail contacts, fees/permits, and much more. Texas Walking Clubs Click on title or image for more info and price Best Hikes Near Austin and San Antonio Featuring 30 of the best hikes in the greater Austin-San Antonio area, this exciting new guidebook points locals and visitors alike to trailheads within an hour's drive of Austin-San Antonio.
* Includes information on approximate hiking times, canine compatability, fees and permits.
* Sidebars offer up local lore, points of interest and information on area wildlife. Texas Walking Clubs Click on title or image for more info and price Best Easy Day Hikes: Austin includes concise descriptions and detailed maps for 20 of the author's favorite, easy-to-follow hikes in and around Austin, Texas. Discover a region of diverse scenery and natural beauty - with a host of splendid trails in such areas as the Wild Basin Wilderness, McKinney Roughs, Bastrop State Park, and Southeast Metro.
* 30-minute strolls to three-hour adventures
* Hikes for everyone, including families
* Mile-by-mile directions and clear trail maps
* GPS coordinates. Texas Walking Clubs Click on title or image for more info and price Best Easy Day Hikes: Houston includes concise descriptions and detailed maps for 20 of the author's favorite, easy-to-follow hikes around Houston, Texas. Discover trails that wind along bayous, traverse forests, or show you a different side of downtown - including incredibly varied settings at the Houston Arboretum, Memorial Park, the Bear Creek Trail, and Herman Brown Park.
* 30-minute strolls to three-hour adventures
* Trail Finder for best hikes for dogs, children, birding, and great views
* Mile-by-mile directions and clear trail maps
* GPS coordinates. Texas Walking Clubs Click on title or image for more info and price Best Easy Day Hikes: San Antonio Best Easy Day Hikes: San Antonio includes concise descriptions and detailed maps of 19 of the author's favorite, easy-to-follow hikes in and around San Antonio, Texas. Discover a region of diverse scenery and natural beauty - with Friedrich Wilderness Park, Palmetto State Park, Comanche Lookout, and Government Canyon State Natural Area among the choice attractions.
* 30-minute strolls to two-hour adventures
* Hikes for everyone, including families
* Mile-by-mile directions and clear trail maps
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