Dec 22, 2024 · Texas is almost a goldmine of incredible rocks, minerals, and gemstones. From stunning blue topaz, our official state gem, to the ancient, fiery opals that can catch the light …

The Buried City and other substantial ruins in the Texas Panhandle drew the interest of professional archeologists because of the area’s strategic location between the Puebloan …

The present chapter addresses the nature of late prehistoric Plains Pueblo interaction, and the mechanisms for sustaining this interac tion by focusing on one Plains Village group that …

Jan 17, 2025 · The Texas Panhandle is dotted with hidden gems—small towns that offer tranquility, rich history, and breathtaking landscapes. From gateways to majestic canyons to …

May 24, 2024 · From the Texas deserts to the forests, there are plenty of rocks and minerals that exist all over this state, as you’ll find out in this informative article. The Lone Star State …

Jan 2, 2025 · This article includes some of Texas' most common and valuable rocks, minerals, and gems. You can identify the minerals you've collected with the aid of this comprehensive …

This aerial view shows a section of the Caprock Escarpment, a cliff formation in the Texas Panhandle, on land belonging to the former U-Lazy-S Ranch, part of which is now the Macy …

Precambrian rocks, more than 600 million years old, are exposed at the surface in the Llano Uplift of Central Texas and in scattered outcrops in West Texas, around and north of Van Horn and …

Whether you’re a seasoned outdoors enthusiast with all the right gear for hiking, bike riding, and backpacking or someone who wouldn’t know a seatpost from a trekking pole, the Panhandle …

Packsaddle Mountain, Llano County Texas: travel, photos, history, historical marker, hotels, and more.