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Currents LCRA.org July 2007
 
Safe Holiday Weather Stargazing
Fireworks in Bastrop, TX Lake Travis Eagle Eye Observatory - Canyon of the Eagles
Fireworks on the Fourth
On the Fourth of July, fireworks are often the climax of celebrations in many Texas towns. Be safe.

Atypical weather
Bob Rose, LCRA's meteorologist, says this summer will be tough,
but different.

Just look up
Stargazing is as simple as looking up. Check out these opportunities to enjoy the starry nighttime skies.

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Kevin Fowler


Nobody's Waterproof, including you
Check out country rock artist Kevin Fowler's idea of a good time at the lake. If you do, you'll be safer.

 

Nightengale kids on tour
Did you know?

What was prehistoric Indian life like in Central Texas 10,000 years ago?
Experience the lives of ancient natives at LCRA's Nightengale Archaeological Center at Kingsland. Sign up for July workshop.

Use safety equipment on the lake
Ask LCRA
Topless sunbathing. Lake debris. Boat safety equipment.
How are these related? People just like you had questions about them. Read the questions. Read the answers. Ask something yourself.
 

Blanco County Grapes
Community events
Take a look at all the summertime possibilities for fun in July and August. Dozens of opportunities await along the Colorado River Trail.
 

Jeresy Cows

Cow manure + grease = biogas
Find out the story about these unlikely ingredients in the equation leading to renewable energy.

Snake


Watch out for that snake!
Summer's here. That means the snakes are out. Here's how to stay safe around the crawly critters.

 

Save energy

Save some energy this summer
Try these ways to save energy and money on electric bills this summer.

 

Check your sprinklers

Irrigation health: Check out your system
Maintaining your home irrigation system is very important during the summer. Here are some ideas about what to look for when you take a close look.

 

Festival Hill - Round Top, TX

Get a new Colorado River Trail guide
The Colorado River Trail Explorer's Guide is newly updated and is available for you. Read how you can get a copy and start exploring some nearby getaways, especially with gas at record prices this summer.

 

Fresh watermelon

Watermelons: Quintessential summer 'fruit'
Temperature's hot. Dive into an ice-cold juicy melon this Fourth of July.