Category Archives: Outdoors

May 17, 2013

This Weekend: Shakespeare at Ramsey Park

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Some things never go out of style, and Shakespeare’s work is a perfect example of one such timeless classic.  That must be why people still flock to their neighborhood parks every spring and summer to see local theatrical productions of the Bard’s greatest hits.  This spring in Austin is no exception as Something for Nothing Theater stages its own production of Two Gentlemen of Verona for this year’s Shakespeare at Ramsey Park series. Running for several weeks now, the troupe’s final two performances take place under the stars this Friday and Saturday at 8 pm. Play on!

 

Shakespeare at Ramsey Park, Friday and Saturday, May 17 and 18

Performances begin at 8 pm

Admission is free

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May 14, 2013

Trailer Park Tuesdays

Trailer Food Tuesdays

Some might argue that if you haven’t yet experienced food served right out of a trailer somewhere in Austin, you haven’t experienced Austin, period. If the sheer volume of choices has you wondering where to start, worry no more: on the last Tuesday of every month, Trailer Food Tuesdays takes over the lawn at the Long Center overlooking Town Lake in what can only be described as a food truck extravaganza.  Make a meal of epic proportions by trying a few different trailers at once, and boom: you’ve officially experienced Austin.

5-9 pm, Last Tuesday of Every Month
Admission is free; food prices vary by truck
see website for live music schedule and details

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April 24, 2013

Every Wednesday: The Wine Down at ACL Live

Wine Down Wednesdays at ACL LiveFew things are as quintessentially Austin in nature as whiling away the late afternoon hours on a patio or porch with a drink in hand, enjoying good company and good music as the sun sets in the distance.  Knowing this, the folks behind ACL Live host “The Wine Down,” a 10-week series of free events each spring, bringing together the best local live music with drink specials, tasty bites and a heaping helping of laid-back downtown atmosphere. Each Wednesday through June 5, the ACL Live music porch opens to the public for free with a midweek happy hour that’s not to be missed.

ACL Live Music Porch, 310 Willie Nelson Blvd (2nd and Lavaca)
Wednesdays, 5-7 pm, now through June 5

Admission is free: see website for live music schedule and details

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April 13, 2013

Cool Spot: Covert Park at Mt. Bonnell

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Lots of people are surprised to learn that the lone star state actually boasts a little-known natural wonder known as “Texas Hill Country.” Indeed, even Austin itself is home to a few steep cliffs and staggering views. Perhaps the most visually arresting one is seen from the vantage point atop Mt. Bonnell, in a little spot known as “Covert Park.” After parking for free at the highest point on Mt. Bonnell Road, visitors can climb a steep set of limestone stairs — Austin’s answer to Machu Picchu, you might say — and take in breathtaking vistas over Lake Austin; on a clear day, you can look to the left for a clear view of the downtown skyline. It’s one of Austin’s most popular sightseeing spots for a perfectly good reason: indeed, it’s quite a sight to see.

Covert Park at Mt. Bonnell, 3800 Mount Bonnell Road
Open to the public for free from sunup to sundown

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April 4, 2013

This Weekend: Barton Springs Pool Opens to the Public

Barton Springs

{Photo Credit: Travel House UK}

Smack dab in the middle of Austin sits a three-acre body of water that maintains a near-constant temperature of 68 degrees and is steeped in history. Hollywood legend Robert Redford learned to swim at Barton Springs Pool when he was a child, or so the story goes, and the same milestone has been taking place for kids of all ages ever since; fed by underground springs, this al fresco bastion of freedom and fun has been drawing a crowd every spring, summer and fall since its opening decades ago. The pool opened back up to the public last week and is staffed by lifeguards from 8 am to 8 pm (although you can swim at your own risk starting at 5 am). So pack a towel and come on in; as per usual, the water’s just fine.

Barton Springs Pool, 2201 Barton Springs Road
Lifeguard on duty 8 am – 8 pm daily (after April 21: 8 am – 9 pm)
Admission: $3 adults, $2 juniors, $1 kids
Free parking Mon-Fri; $5 on weekends

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