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Last post by wotantx
in Re: The Future of Big Be...
on February 25, 2020, 02:59:05 PM
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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 Imre
in Re: South Rim Hike Quest...
on February 17, 2020, 09:56:21 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 Casa Grande
in Re: Hiking the Devils De...
on February 22, 2020, 03:50:42 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 wildmancurry
in Re: General ideas on wat...
on February 28, 2020, 08:55:30 AM
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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 mule ears
in MOVED: Want to kayak the...
on February 28, 2020, 10:54:44 AM
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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 House Made of Dawn
in Re: Want to kayak the lo...
on February 28, 2020, 10:10:03 AM
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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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Last post by House Made of Dawn
in Re: Marufo Vega Sunset a...
on January 02, 2020, 05:31:58 PM
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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 Imre
in Re: Arriving Late-Sleep ...
on February 18, 2020, 12:39:37 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 rw6jyeh6
in Re: Recreation.gov rollo...
on February 14, 2020, 03:46:21 PM
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Zone Camping
Wanna really 'get away from it all?' Find out how, what and where here.
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255 Posts
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Last post by Hang10er
in Re: Leaving your camp du...
on October 23, 2019, 07:34:14 AM
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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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Last post by iCe
in Re: novice in offroad ab...
on February 25, 2020, 01:43:24 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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10295 Posts
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Last post by dprather
in Re: Need advice for taki...
on February 23, 2020, 02:30:56 PM
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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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Last post by miatarchy04
in Re: Tin Cups and China ...
on February 17, 2020, 12:33:31 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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Last post by steelfrog
in Marathon Sky Park
on February 17, 2020, 08:21:49 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 Casa Grande
in Re: Big Bend River Tours
on April 13, 2018, 12:48:26 PM
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Backcountry Campsites
Descriptions and discussions about individual backcountry camp sites.
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288 Posts
77 Topics
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Last post by rocketman
in Re: La Noria 2
on November 08, 2018, 08:29:27 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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13415 Posts
736 Topics
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Last post by Lissa
in Re: You Can't Always Get...
on February 27, 2020, 07:50:21 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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2779 Posts
261 Topics
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Last post by wotantx
in Re: Hopefully awesome it...
on February 08, 2020, 03:11:45 PM
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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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672 Posts
47 Topics
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Last post by Hookim
in Re: Swiss Alps of Texas
on January 04, 2019, 11:06:43 PM
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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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289 Posts
27 Topics
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Last post by kerriM
in Re: Favorite Memory/Plac...
on November 22, 2019, 09:33:53 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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1582 Posts
73 Topics
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Last post by Ken
in Re: Boquillas del Carmen...
on February 26, 2020, 05:50:41 AM
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GUMO General Discussion
General Q & A regarding Texas' second best National Park ;) Guadalupe Mountains National Park
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296 Topics
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Last post by wrangler88
in Re: Weather diversity in...
on February 10, 2020, 06:29:02 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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336 Topics
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Last post by KmofugginD
in Re: Last minute trip pre...
on February 14, 2020, 12:11:25 PM
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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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Last post by BlindWilly
in Re: Does anybody else re...
on February 10, 2020, 08:20:40 AM
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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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880 Posts
109 Topics
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Last post by House Made of Dawn
in Re: Maderas del Carmen
on December 13, 2019, 06:02:53 PM
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The Alpine Board
Anything pertaining to Alpine goes here.
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147 Posts
26 Topics
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Last post by House Made of Dawn
in Re: Big Bend Brewing Bel...
on January 23, 2019, 06:31:48 PM
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The Marfa Board
Anything about Marfa Goes here.
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18 Topics
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Last post by Casa Grande
in Re: "...Creepy, Aba...
on September 26, 2019, 06:48:14 AM
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The Marathon Board
Everything you want to say and see in Marathon, put it here.
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140 Posts
23 Topics
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Last post by charleypete1957
in Re: Athene Cunicularia
on February 20, 2020, 02:10:20 PM
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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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Last post by marufo
in Re: Uh Clem
on September 07, 2019, 09:03:06 AM
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The Fort Davis Board
Everything about Fort Davis goes here.
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Last post by Flash
in Re: Dining options
on January 21, 2020, 08:22:19 AM
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The Presidio Board
Ok, this is where you put important information about Presidio.
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9 Topics
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Last post by Hoodoo
in Re: Old Building in Pres...
on September 29, 2018, 05:56:30 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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109 Posts
22 Topics
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Last post by Clint Turner
in Re: Boquillas crossing P...
on January 27, 2020, 08:48:30 PM
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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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Last post by House Made of Dawn
in Re: Video of Willie in L...
on November 27, 2019, 02:48:52 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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3337 Posts
591 Topics
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Last post by Txlj
in Re: Balmoreah Closed Unt...
on March 01, 2019, 11:57:28 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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752 Posts
146 Topics
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Last post by Howard70
in Re: Chispa Road
on February 28, 2020, 04:27:24 PM
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Big Bend People
Stories, anecdotes, and recollections of people from the Big Bend area that helped make it unique and what it is today.
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Last post by The Scorpion
in Re: Log Cabin on Pulliam...
on August 04, 2019, 09:16:44 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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4008 Posts
335 Topics
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Last post by mule ears
in Re: New food and water s...
on February 10, 2020, 06:24:36 AM
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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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1176 Posts
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Last post by iCe
in Re: 420,000 Acre Ranch F...
on January 22, 2020, 08:38:06 PM
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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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1483 Posts
319 Topics
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Last post by Buck
in Re: Outside Magazine’s B...
on February 24, 2020, 09:45:01 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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3434 Posts
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Last post by Losthiker68
in Re: Northern New Mexico ...
on February 27, 2020, 10:48:46 AM
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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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720 Posts
102 Topics
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Last post by jim2
in Re: canoeing/kayaking th...
on September 05, 2019, 03:38:53 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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5674 Posts
453 Topics
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Last post by House Made of Dawn
in Re: Charon's Garden ques...
on February 28, 2020, 05:48:41 PM
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Photography Gear and Tips
Post your questions/answers related to photography gear and tips here.
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1617 Posts
134 Topics
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Last post by Al
in Re: How to Post Pics on ...
on October 06, 2019, 07:15:44 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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1511 Posts
155 Topics
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Last post by dprather
in Re: GPS suggestions from...
on January 15, 2020, 06:26:33 PM
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4x4
Information about 4x4 vehicles and other off-road activities.
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1030 Posts
47 Topics
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Last post by sossamonbe
in EASTER Weekend Jeep Trip
on April 13, 2019, 09:20:01 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...
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