New Braunfels, Texas

Yes, at various times we-- now I-- visit New Braunfels. I wanted to take a lot of photos this time, and I got more than I bargained for. The next series of updates will feature this town in the hill country.

First thing we examined was the site of a project to protect the headwaters of the Comal river. It was at one time an industrial site, but it will be a park.

This is where the Comal River begins.

New Braunfels is lush, and green! It is the very opposite of Lubbock. It was settled by smart people who wouldn't put up with German militarism and conservatism.  They believed in education and reason. They weren't afraid to think. They weren't narrow-minded bigots. 

 Lots of deer roam freely in the city limits.

 This area is right on the other side of the street from the headwaters project. There's a herd of deer in the shadows under the trees.

 And just down the street is the Landa Park golf course. We found deer in the rough.

 We parked the car and one of them approached us, looking for a handout. We could have patted its cold, wet, nose.

But we didn't have anything for it and it's not a good idea to feed the wildlife. These animals are completely tame.

We drove on, heading for the Landa Park entrance. We'll look at the park next time.