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Tripping Out: Trading Texas Heat for This Wondrous System of Oklahoma Trails

By Lorri KennedySeptember 20, 2025

We’re just going to pretend fall really is around the corner, OK?

Tripping Out: Wound Up in the Mountains of Oklahoma

By Lorri KennedySeptember 7, 2025

A weekend mountain escape awaits just a few hours north of the Red River.

A Journey of Surviving One of the Hardest Hikes in Texas

By Nick ReynoldsSeptember 5, 2025

Spoiler alert: It’s not for the weak.

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Tripping Out: Chasing Waterfalls in West Texas

By Lorri KennedySeptember 1, 2025

Among Big Bend’s sprawling southwest wonder are a couple of gorgeous waterfalls worthy of the trek out west.

Diving Into The Best Public Pools To Beat the Dallas Heat

By Samantha ThornfeltAugust 8, 2025

We’ve officially hit triple-digit weather in Dallas, so we’re diving straight into Texas-shaped pools, rooftop watering holes and more among North Texas’ roster of public pools.

Tripping Out: These New Mexico Gems Will Help You Evade The Dallas Heat

By Lorri KennedyJuly 15, 2025

From snowcapped mountains to stunning national forests, these New Mexico adventures offer a cool break from the harsh Texas summer.

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Tulipalooza Is Canceled Because of Weather Damage, Affecting Local Nonprofits

By Diego HernandezMarch 17, 2025

After a string of storms destroyed this flower festival, nonprofit recipients need extra help.

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Get Ready to Slide: Arlington’s Slick City Action Park Is Opening This March

By Gloria Diez GiellaMarch 14, 2025

The new location is for activity-seeking parents, with thrills for all-ages slide lovers.

The Point Skate Shop in Dallas.

The Point Skate Shop to Close This Saturday

By Sean StroudFebruary 14, 2025

Stop by this Saturday for one final sesh before they board the place up.

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Seek and You Shall Find: This Instagram Account Is Giving Out Free Cash in Dallas

By Sean StroudFebruary 7, 2025

Account gives followers a chance to find 50 bucks hidden around the area.

Dallas, You’ve Got a Big Little Canyon in Your Backyard. Get There.

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJanuary 17, 2025

Big Bend Lite? Perhaps that’s a bit much. But some alluring new lodging has popped up around Palo Duro Canyon.

The Chimney Top Trails at Big Bend National Park.

Big Bend National Park Is Looking for Backcountry Patrol Volunteers

By Tyler DanielsJanuary 9, 2025

If you find working really remotely appealing, Big Bend National Park has a volunteer program for you.

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Dallas Women on a Mission To Help Seniors Travel the World

By Diego HernandezJanuary 6, 2025

If the creators of Mom and Me Travels can do it, your elderly parents can also explore the world.

The Ladies Athletic Club of Dallas Helps Women Find Community in Fitness

By Julianna ChenNovember 8, 2024

Girls just wanna have fun, so the Ladies Athletic Club brings Dallas women together for events ranging from yoga to outings to the state fair.

Want Free Bad Advice? Dallas Woman Types Up Shock Value on the Katy Trail

By Desiree GutierrezOctober 28, 2024

Comedian Sammy Minsk takes to Dallas’ Katy Trail every weekend to type up bad advice for anyone who asks. At least it’s free.

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There’s a Texas Rangers Art Treasure Hunt in Greater Dallas. Why Are You Still Sitting There?

By Tyler DanielsSeptember 19, 2024

The Texas Rangers teamed up with famed Dallas sculptor Brad Oldham for a treasure hunt that sports fans will love.

Trainstopping: Best DART Destinations in North Texas

By Charles Farmer and OthersJuly 29, 2024

Some DART spots are just worth the ride.

From 0 to 26.2: A Non-Runner’s Guide to Preparing for the Dallas Marathon

By Chloe SmithJuly 1, 2024

You want to tackle a marathon but have never run a day in your life. Here’s some advice for beginners in Dallas, from where to find the perfect footwear to tips for outsmarting the scorching sun.

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12 Adult Recreation Sports Leagues To Join This Summer

By Mollie JamisonJune 13, 2024

Pickleball is all the rage, but it’s not the only game in town. Here are Dallas’ best adult sports leagues.

The sign at the gate of The Boneyard skatepark in Garland, Texas.

With Boost From Tony Hawk, Garland’s Skatepark Will Celebrate Local Skateboard Pro Jon Comer

By Forrest CookFebruary 19, 2024

The Boneyard will be renamed in honor of the inspirational disabled extreme athlete.

Dallas’ Senior Citizens Find Happiness and Fight Off Dementia at the Arboretum

By Alex GonzalezJuly 28, 2023

The Texas heat may be blistering, but a community of senior residents is finding joy in the outdoors.

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Run Toward the Holidays With These Festive, Themed 5Ks

By Madalene GarciaOctober 28, 2022

There’s a lot on the calendars between October through December, and a few of the holidays involve some overindulging.

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