Texas Hill CountryApril 13 - 17, 2007. Our motorhome is at Lady Bird Johnson City Park 3-miles south of Fredericksburg on SR-16; $20 FHU including cable with paved sites. We tend to like Lady Bird Johnson City Park when we are in Fredericksburg because the RV-sites are situated under the canopy of mature pecan trees but there are several more that are good as well. The Fredericksburg RV-Park on Highway street is another good park but it cost more and doesn't have mature trees that provide shade. When visiting the Hill Country of Texas the first thing you need to get used to is this sign and what it means. Loose livestock means there are no fences so watch out for cows, sheep, goats, whatever in the highway. It takes a bit of getting used to but it makes sense in many areas especially when lightly traveled roads are passing through private property.
Loose Livestock
Bluebonnets & cows on Willow Loop north of Fredericksburg
Now that would be loose livestock in the bluebonets.
Loose Livestock
You won't see loose livestock signs on highways. But it is common in rural areas. Note that this paved road does not have a center line. It is not meant for speeding.
Loose Livestock
Texas longhorn acting much like a deer and heading away from humans.
Loose Livestock
This loose livestock consists of an angus steer.
Loose Livestock
Loose livestock may be goats or sheep as seen here.
Flood Gauge
Another frequent sign throughout the Hill Country is the Flood Gauge. While it might look bone dry right now things change quickly. Heavy rain does not do a good job of soaking into the limestone. It runs off in these dry arroyos and gulches. Roads are constructed so that water runs across them rather than build bridges. Dangerous water will only be across the road for short periods of time so people just wait for it to go down. Life in the Hill Country is a bit slower than around big cities. That is one of the things that draw people to the area.
Hill Country Church
Hill Country Church
Beautiful country churches dot the Hill Country landscape. We like the ones constructed of light colored sandstone or limestone.
Hill Country Church
German Lutherans
Isn't it amazing how long German was spoken here. It seems that America is having a debate now on whether English should be the official language when so much seems to be in Spanish.
Texas Ranch Flags
Texans are a proud people. Many ranches fly both the Texas and United States of America flag. You have to remember that at one time Texas was a country itself before it gave up being an independent country to join the United States. Many Texans are still filled with that "independent" spirit.
Catfish head fence decoration
If this is hard for you to identify do not feel bad. It was hard for us to identify as well. I will give you a hint. It is the head of a large catfish hung on this fence as a display like many people in this region display deer antlers somewhere near the gate to their ranch.
Catfish heads fence decoration
These catfish heads are not as old and disfigured as the single head. This fellow was obviously the Catfish King of this area. He needed a T-shirt with "Catfish Fear Me" written on it. Sometimes we see deer antlers displayed like this. Other times it will be old boots being displayed along a fence.
Bass head on fence post
This property was displaying bass heads. At least they looked like bass heads to me.
Boot display on fence near Hunt, Texas
This rancher was displaying boots on his fence. We have been driving by here for 6-years and these boots have been here for at least those 6-years. There is over 100-yards of poles with boots. Pretty funny and unique I would say.
Hill Country Deer
Deer are being skittish this year. They are running at the sight of an automobile. Hunting season must still be fresh on their minds.
Hill Country Deer
Deer, like these, are bounding away before we can get a good shot.
Hill Country River
I can't remember which river this was but it is typical of the Hill Country.
Kerrville city deer
In downtown Kerrville, across the street from the big mall in town Joyce spotted these deer not more than 30-feet from one of the largest intersections in town. No it isn't a small intersection, think two four lane highways intersecting complete with traffic lights. This sight blew our minds. City deer is one thing but seeing this many in the middle of town and across the street from the regions mall was more than we could believe, but there it was. Totally amazing.
Texas Hill Country Deer
Another group of deer contemplating suicide by automobile. The look on their faces tells me they are picking out the lucky automobile. VBG
If you enjoyed this Travel Adventure you might like some of these: Texas Hill Country Fences & Gates Willow Loop Scenic Drive north of Fredericksburg Kerrville, Bandera, Hunt & Ingram; Texas Wildlife of the Texas Hill Country Click here for more Texas Travel AdventuresUntil next time remember how good life is. Mike & Joyce Hendrix
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