Prairies and Lakes, Texas
"Prairies and Lakes." Does that title really tell the tale? Well, yes-and no. Prairies and Lakes paints merely the pastoral brush strokes in this region's richly textured panorama. The full picture emerges only when you add the dynamic cities, charming communities, and colorful history that enliven this attraction-packed section of Texas.
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Tishomingo National Wildlife Refuge
The 16,464 acre Tishomingo National Wildlife Refuge is one of more than 540 refuges throughout the United States managed by the Fish and Wildlife Service. Tishomingo National Wildlife Refuge lies at the upper Washita arm of , TX Wildlife Refuges
Lake Texoma State Park
Lake Texoma State Park, located on the Oklahoma portion of Lake Texoma, offers fishing, swimming, camping, picnic areas, horseback riding, trail rides, tennis, hiking, nature programs, indoor fitness and recreation programs. Golfers can choose between two 18
, TX State ParksConfederate Memorial Museum
The Confederate Memorial Museum is housed in Columbus' original water tower. The building now resembles a castle turret. This museum includes unusual historic items from throughout Colorado County, to include ladies'
Columbus, TX MuseumsSts Peter & Paul Catholic Church
Built in 1928 for a mere $10,000, Sts. Peter &
Columbus, TX Historic ChurchesWaco Lake Boat Ramps
Waco Lake has a total of 10 public boat ramps. The Corps of Engineers maintains 8 of these 10. The other two are operated by the two public marinas on Waco Lake:
, TX BoatingOld Bedford School
This beautifully restored 1915 vintage schoolhouse is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and features a visitors center, a gallery with changing exhibits and an authentically furnished 1915 classroom. The site also has a 149-seat auditorium for 25 performances each year.
Bedford, TX Historic SchoolhousesChappell Hill Historical Museum
The Chappell Hill Historical Museum, a must-see for early Texas history buffs, occupies a former public school building constructed in 1927 and built on the site of the Chappell Hill Female College. Exhibits of photos, documents and artifacts give a glimpse of the town from its beginnings in 1847
Chappell Hill, TX MuseumsC.A.R.E. - Center for Animal Research and Education
The Center for Animal Research & Education, (CARE) was founded to provide for the rescue, rehabilitation, and holistic nurturing of sick, injured or abused big cats, thus ensuring a vital habitat and safe haven for them to live in comfort and with dignity.
Bridgeport, TX Wildlife RefugesLavon Lake Fishing
Lavon Lake is noted for crappie fishing, especially in winter and spring. Largemouth bass, channel catfish, and blue catfish offer good angling opportunities. Striped bass were stocked in 1989 and 1994
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