The details of the events are posted on Meetup. If you would like to join an event as a non-member, please contact us to RSVP and get details.
Our monthly meetings are every 4th Tuesday of every month. Anyone is welcome to attend. We offer both in person and Zoom options based on the current health advisories.
We welcome speakers on various outdoor related topics at every monthly meeting. If you have expertise on a topic or know of someone who does, please contact us.
**** Please note this outing is open only to TOWN-Austin members, spouses, and partners.
West Texas Campout
November 9 – 21, 2017
Outing Leader/RSVP: MarilynF
What: Camping trip to various locations through out West Texas
When: Nov. 9th – 21st
Who: Townie campers
Where: Marathon, Big Bend, Marfa, Alpine, Davis Mts., and the BB State Park.
Exact locations TBD !
Dear Lovely TOWNies:
I have listed the dates Nov. 9-21 as on vacation.
I want to go to Marathon, Big Bend, Marfa, Alpine, Davis Mts., and the BB State Park.
Campers only.
Exact campsites and dates tbd,
The first 12 followers are in with me for sure.
(Or make your own parallel trip, and leaders & I will communicate!)
#1: Set aside those dates if you are interested.
For questions or to RSVP, email MarilynF.
Leader: MarshaK
Distance: 4 -5 miles at a very brisk pace
Difficulty: moderate to difficult
Meet at Marsha’s house before 7:30 am. Group will finish before 9:30 as Marsha needs time to prep for church.
Water is required as well as good walking shoes. Sticks are also helpful.
Dogs must be on leash. Prepare to pick up your dog’s poop. Furnish water for your dog.
Contact MarshaK via email by Saturday evening if you wish to walk with her.
Leader: MarshaK
Distance: 4 -5 miles at a very brisk pace
Difficulty: moderate to difficult
Meet at Marsha’s house before 7:30 am. Group will finish before 9:30 as Marsha needs time to prep for church.
Water is required as well as good walking shoes. Sticks are also helpful.
Dogs must be on leash. Prepare to pick up your dog’s poop. Furnish water for your dog.
Contact MarshaK via email by Saturday evening if you wish to walk with her.
Leader: MarshaK
Distance: 4 -5 miles at a very brisk pace
Difficulty: moderate to difficult
Meet at Marsha’s house before 7:30 am. Group will finish before 9:30 as Marsha needs time to prep for church.
Water is required as well as good walking shoes. Sticks are also helpful.
Dogs must be on leash. Prepare to pick up your dog’s poop. Furnish water for your dog.
Contact MarshaK via email by Saturday evening if you wish to walk with her.
Monthly meetings are held on the 4th Tuesday of the month. The location is the Northwest Recreation Center at 2913 Northland Dr, 78757. Enter the front doors, look left, and you will see and hear us.
Visiting begins at 6 pm with our business meeting following at 6:30. Our speaker begins at 7.
Each November our agenda is a bit different from other months. We will have a pot-luck dinner and election of new officers.
This is also our opportunity to exchange outdoor gear and clothing we no longer use. The exchange is free.
Join us and bring a friend!
Saturday Barton Creek Hike
Saturday, December 2, 2017 at 9:00 a.m.
Meet: Marsha’ s House, email for directions
Please RSVP by Friday December 1st, 6:00 p.m.
Distance 8-10 miles over rugged terrain and with several inclines on rocky surface.
Please wear appropriate shoes and bring water and snacks for the trail. If you use poles, bring them as well. Bring extra water for any dog that may come. We will go west and hear towards the Lost Creek area of the Greenbelt. There will be some climbing over rocky terrain. We will probably get lost but that is just more fun.
Dogs and well-behaved husbands are welcome. This would not be a beginners hike.
Happy Trails,
Marsha
Leader: MarshaK
Distance: 4 -5 miles at a very brisk pace
Difficulty: moderate to difficult
Meet at Marsha’s house before 7:30 am. Group will finish before 9:30 as Marsha needs time to prep for church.
Water is required as well as good walking shoes. Sticks are also helpful.
Dogs must be on leash. Prepare to pick up your dog’s poop. Furnish water for your dog.
Contact MarshaK via email by Saturday evening if you wish to walk with her.
Ellis Delaney
Contact GailP-C for more details.
Sycamore Creek House Concerts
Dripping Springs, Texas
Saturday, December 9, 2017
Doors open at 6:00 pm, music begins at 7:00 and concludes about 9:00.
$20/person suggested minimum donation
Leader: MarshaK
Distance: 4 -5 miles at a very brisk pace
Difficulty: moderate to difficult
Meet at Marsha’s house before 7:30 am. Group will finish before 9:30 as Marsha needs time to prep for church.
Water is required as well as good walking shoes. Sticks are also helpful.
Dogs must be on leash. Prepare to pick up your dog’s poop. Furnish water for your dog.
Contact MarshaK via email by Saturday evening if you wish to walk with her.
Campfires, hot chocolate, and ukelele holiday sing-along! Bring a camp chair, plate of food to share, a headlamp or flashlight in order to read the music and wear warm clothes. Holiday hats, and ugly sweaters are welcomed. We will start at 5:30 PM and finish at 8PM. You can bring your own beverage but I will have hot chocolate. Bring the whole family. If it rains, we will have it inside. (not the campfires but everything else.
Place: Kay Smith’s house
4415 Dudley Drive
Austin, Texas
Date Dec 16
Time: 5:30- 8 PM