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Announcements from BigBendChat.com administrator, help, etc.
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Last post by RichardM
in Re: Personal Messages
on February 17, 2017, 07:27:03 AM
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Hiking the Mountains
Frequently asked questions and answers about the National Park System's own mountain range, The Chisos Mountains.
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Last post by House Made of Dawn
in Re: South Rim with a 10-...
on August 08, 2017, 06:30:46 PM
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Hiking the Desert
Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about the desert of the Big Bend, the Chihuahuan desert.
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Last post by Verduretiger
in Re: Long Time No Visit
on July 03, 2017, 01:06:18 PM
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Water and Spring Reports
Post any backcountry spring and water reports here. Keep in mind that water reports are very time-sensitive and there is no guarantee of any reliability of water sources.
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Last post by elhombre
in Re: Anybody have anythin...
on August 04, 2017, 03:25:30 PM
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Outer Mountain Loop
Frequently asked questions and answers about the most popular backpacking hike, the Outer Mountain Loop
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Last post by nuggetf5
in Re: OML planned in Novem...
on June 12, 2017, 12:54:02 PM
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Boating on the Rio Grande
Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about the famous river that gives the Bend its name.
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Last post by GaryF
in Re: New(ish) water featu...
on July 17, 2017, 07:12:14 PM
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Big Bend Photographs
There are many great "Bender" photographers out there. See some of their work here and post your own!
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993 Topics
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Last post by FatPacker
in Re: Some morning shots f...
on August 04, 2017, 07:32:41 AM
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Campgrounds
Got an RV? Wanna picnic table with restrooms nearby? Frequently asked questions and answers about the park's maintained campgrounds such as Rio Grande Village, the Basin and Cottonwood.
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Last post by RVhiker
in Re: Rio Grande Village C...
on August 14, 2017, 06:25:11 PM
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Backcountry Camping
Questions and Answers about the backcountry campsites are posted here. Interested in backpacking to the South Rim? What about taking the Jeep down to Mariscal? Your backcountry camping guide is here.
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Last post by mule ears
in Re: Backcountry Permit S...
on July 30, 2017, 10:32:23 AM
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Zone Camping
Wanna really 'get away from it all?' Find out how, what and where here.
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Last post by mini64
in Re: Zone Camping with a ...
on March 09, 2017, 05:06:07 PM
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The Backroads
From Black Gap to Old Maverick, this is the place to post your Question or Answer about Big Bend's extensive network of backroads.
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112 Topics
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Last post by BlindWilly
in Re: "Airing down"
on July 10, 2017, 03:18:18 PM
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General Questions and Answers
If the preceding categories don't pertain to your question, then post it here. If you have a general comment about the park, post it here.
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680 Topics
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Last post by Reece
in Re: Rain
on August 16, 2017, 07:48:24 AM
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Big Bend Book Reviews
Read a good (or bad) book about the Big Bend lately? Post your review here.
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762 Posts
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Last post by Flash
in Re: Campaigning in the B...
on March 07, 2017, 08:19:17 PM
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Lodging Reviews
Put your review of the hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, lodges, etc. here. Find out about the accommodations, service, cleanliness, etc. of places to stay throughout the Big Bend region.
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725 Posts
64 Topics
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Last post by Txlj
in Re: Longhorn Ranch Motel
on March 27, 2017, 04:58:20 AM
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Big Bend Tour Reviews
How did a specific river tour, hiking tour, etc. do for you? Which outfitter accommodated you? Was it good/bad/indifferent? Would you did it again?
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Last post by shivansh chaudhary
in Re: FarFlung
on February 14, 2016, 12:42:18 AM
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Backcountry Campsites
Descriptions and discussions about individual backcountry camp sites.
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274 Posts
76 Topics
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Last post by Rio42
in Re: K-Bar 2
on July 23, 2017, 06:22:26 PM
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Your Trip Reports
Experience Big Bend through someone else's eyes. Post your own trip reports, read others, get some ideas about your future trip here.
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11260 Posts
653 Topics
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Last post by fartymarty
in Re: Big Bend... As a Day...
on August 03, 2017, 01:56:11 PM
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Suggested Itineraries
Straight from real "Benders" themselves, get good advice from those who have "been there done that."
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2478 Posts
227 Topics
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Last post by Ranger Tim
in Re: BBRSP and BBNP 3 nig...
on August 16, 2017, 09:46:00 AM
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The West Texas Fandango (aka Road Trip)
What's the best way to get there from San Antonio? Austin? Dallas? New Mexico? Sites along the way? Get the best route for your road trip to the Bend and check out some of the sites along the way!
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629 Posts
43 Topics
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Last post by Jimbow
in Re: mileage chart--dista...
on March 04, 2017, 04:50:44 AM
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True Tales from the Bend
Do you have a short tale to tell? Post your interesting, original short story about trips past to the Big Bend here. Please note, this is not for your trip reports!
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265 Posts
25 Topics
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Last post by ds9writer
in Re: Road Grader
on November 28, 2016, 10:27:09 AM
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Serranias del Burro, Del Carmens, El Carmen
Many sights await you from our Amigos across the Rio.
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68 Topics
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Last post by rocketman
in Re: more publicity for B...
on April 03, 2017, 11:25:55 PM
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GUMO General Discussion
General Q & A regarding Texas' second best National Park ;) Guadalupe Mountains National Park
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245 Topics
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Last post by wrangler88
in Re: Any GUMO Trips Plann...
on Today at 12:12:31 AM
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Big Bend Ranch State Park Q&A
Talk about anything relating to Big Bend Ranch State Park....
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254 Topics
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Last post by Ranger Tim
in 2017 Public Hunt Closure...
on August 01, 2017, 10:29:04 AM
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Black Gap Wildlife Mgt. Area
Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about the little known park to the East.
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170 Posts
27 Topics
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Last post by fullmetaljacket6793
in Re: Black Gap Wildlife M...
on June 21, 2017, 09:21:25 PM
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Other Area Parks
Balmorea, Fort Davis and many other parks in the Big Bend Region offer a diverse opportunity for recreation.
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833 Posts
99 Topics
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Last post by halljf
in Re: State begins testing...
on August 14, 2017, 06:43:27 PM
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The Alpine Board
Anything pertaining to Alpine goes here.
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23 Topics
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Last post by dprather
in Re: ZuZu Verk
on March 17, 2017, 01:23:41 PM
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The Marfa Board
Anything about Marfa Goes here.
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13 Topics
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Last post by Jakagator12
in Pinto Canyon Road - Pave...
on June 26, 2017, 01:23:45 PM
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The Marathon Board
Everything you want to say and see in Marathon, put it here.
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104 Posts
19 Topics
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Last post by mr.bean5150
in Re: Camp Pena Colorado
on October 13, 2015, 09:17:37 AM
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The Terlingua/Study Butte Board
Yep, you guested, it. Terlingua and Study Butte stuff goes here. Lajitas, too.
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877 Posts
115 Topics
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Last post by mr.bean5150
in Re: Terlingua/Alpine con...
on August 03, 2017, 11:42:53 AM
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The Fort Davis Board
Everything about Fort Davis goes here.
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Last post by 19dsniper
in Re: Jeff Davis County fr...
on July 13, 2017, 11:10:17 PM
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The Presidio Board
Ok, this is where you put important information about Presidio.
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103 Posts
9 Topics
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Last post by roadjunkie
in Re: Old Building in Pres...
on May 07, 2017, 06:06:57 PM
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All the Other Towns....
Any towns/areas in the Big Bend region which aren't listed above.
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67 Posts
18 Topics
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Last post by Hang10er
in Re: Cactus and Rocks
on June 28, 2017, 07:55:51 AM
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Big Bend Area Links
Post any reference links on the net that have to do with Big Bend National Park, Big Bend State Park, or anything in the entire Region of Big Bend.
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925 Posts
174 Topics
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Last post by iCe
in Re: Border Wall Story
on April 08, 2017, 07:18:20 PM
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What's Happening
What's going on in the Big Bend Region? Find out here. Post anything you want here regarding the Big Bend Area (Terlingua, Study Butte, Lajitas, Marathon, Alpine, Marfa, Fort Davis, etc.) Local Announcements, decrees, event notices, whatever...
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3220 Posts
588 Topics
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Last post by Casa Grande
in Re: Day of the dead
on October 19, 2016, 08:48:28 AM
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Places of Interest Surrounding the Park
Found a bar you like? What about a motel to stay in in Fort Davis, Fort Stockton? Post your suggestion or question here!
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646 Posts
138 Topics
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Last post by Quatro
in Lincoln National Forest ...
on May 17, 2016, 09:31:08 PM
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National Park News
News coming from within the park (or other national parks, if it's relevant). Discuss, rant and rave about it here.
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3248 Posts
288 Topics
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Last post by Slimkitty
in Re: Park Overcrowding
on August 05, 2017, 07:39:57 PM
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Regional News
Other news from around the Big Bend Region. Weird, fun, interesting news can be read and posted here.
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1104 Posts
188 Topics
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Last post by presidio
in Re: So they say...
on January 15, 2017, 12:18:34 AM
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Big Bend on the Web
Post any interesting websites about Big Bend here (e.g. trip reports and photo albums from non-members, etc.).
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1246 Posts
298 Topics
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Last post by rocketman
in Re: Hummingbirds again
on April 20, 2017, 07:58:18 PM
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Non-BIBE Trip Reports
Post any trip reports and pictures from places other than the Big Bend region (Central Texas Hill Country has its own forum).
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2955 Posts
271 Topics
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Last post by dprather
in Re: Ouachita National Fo...
on August 16, 2017, 05:57:07 PM
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Hill Country
Information, reports, and discussion about parks and activities in the Hill Country region of Central Texas.
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674 Posts
94 Topics
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Last post by Jalco
in Re: canoeing/kayaking th...
on June 11, 2017, 03:08:05 PM
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General Outdoor Stuff & Camping Equipment
Found some new cool camping gadget? What about your second most favorite spot on the earth? Share and tell here.
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4997 Posts
413 Topics
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Last post by dprather
in Re: Interesting discussi...
on August 16, 2017, 01:48:25 PM
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Photography Gear and Tips
Post your questions/answers related to photography gear and tips here.
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1583 Posts
133 Topics
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Last post by fartymarty
in Re: Trying to binocular ...
on August 13, 2017, 01:24:02 PM
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GPS Gear and Tips
Post your questions/answers related to GPS/Mapping gear and tips here.
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1342 Posts
142 Topics
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Last post by badknees
in Re: GPS woes
on July 11, 2017, 10:41:20 PM
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4x4
Information about 4x4 vehicles and other off-road activities.
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951 Posts
41 Topics
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Last post by jim2
in Re: Creeks and Washes
on July 31, 2017, 03:34:50 PM
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Big Bend National Park Q&A
Old Q & A forum is now locked. You may browse through the archives of this forum, but you can no longer post to it. If you find something you feel belongs on the new Q&A forum, contact the Moderator or Admisitrator to request it be moved.
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Last post by RichardM
in Re: Spring Break
on February 16, 2009, 12:42:31 PM
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Off Topic....
The old Off Topic forum is now locked. You can browse through this forum if you'd like, but you can no longer post to it.
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Last post by SHANEA
in Still Like...
on February 08, 2007, 05:01:10 PM
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