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There’s nothing like hearing a real cowboy song – plaintive, lonely, recalling the vast plains, longhorns

and a time (and lifestyle) largely gone by. Unfortunately now-a-days, for the avowed aficionado, the only way to experience the same is often limited to listening to the old recordings of some of the former legends of this true American genre—legends like Robbins, Rogers, Autry and the Sons of the Pioneers.

Definitely very neat, but not live. Responding to a demand for the “real thing,” a dedicated group in (naturally) Bandera, Texas has instituted a monthly musical “Cowboy Camp.”

Here, friends and families gather on a particular Sunday to socialize, sit a while and, above all, enjoy lots of great authentic “cowboy” songs performed

by, who else, authentic cowboys. It’s a hoot (or a yodel).

Originally the brainstorm of noted Bandera saddle-maker (and picker) Lew

Music of Old West at Bandera’s Cowboy CampPewterbaugh, the Cowboy Camp started back in 2008 as an informal guitar-oriented get-together held “out back” of his tack shop.

Initially, area musicians with similar interests were invited to stop by, strum a little and share songs.

It proved to be fun and, not so surprisingly, began to attract others – additional musicians and those who simply just wanted to come, listen and enjoy. It soon outgrew Lew’s back porch.

After a few other moves to accommodate the increasing crowds, the (now official) Cowboy Camp teamed up with the town’s renowned Frontier Times Museum.

A stage was constructed (again out back) on the museum grounds, regular performance dates were established and, as Lew adamantly states, “Everyone with a love of the music of the Old West was invited.” And come they did – often on horseback.

Recent concerts at the Cowboy Camp have included up to 15 participating musicians (vocalists, guitarists, fiddlers, harmonica players and others). Some have been recognized professional artists, others accomplished amateurs.

The songs range from the old favorites (“Tumbling Tumbleweeds”) to original compositions. Autographed CDs by the performers are often available for purchase. Whoever takes the stage always finds an appreciative and welcoming audience.

And, attendance at these gatherings

generally number no more than 40 or so making for a very intimate atmosphere. There are no bad seats.

At each Cowboy Camp there is never a charge for attending (or

participating). On performance days, the museum remains open and is also free for those wishing a tour. Visitors should know that the

museum and the camp are staffed entirely with unpaid volunteers so, to cover expenses, donations to both are greatly appreciated.

Also, while there are some tables and seating on hand, bringing personal lawn chairs is encouraged.

And, while snacks, sodas and bottled water are available

within the museum, additional supplies can be had a short distance away on Bandera’s Main Street.

Many bring their own picnic baskets. The event is pet-friendly as well. Often, a local ranch trailers over rideable (but very gentle) longhorn cattle for great photo ops. The museum does provide restrooms and plenty of free parking.

When asked about the success of the Cowboy Camp, a smiling Lew responds, “Folks have always come to Bandera for its cowboy culture and an essential part of that culture is music. And the camp is where to find it. At least that’s what I hear!”

FYI • Bandera’s Cowboy Camp (weather permitting) is held on the second Sunday of each month from 1 pm until 5 pm. For information about the next camp, contact Lew at [email protected] or call 830-328-0321.

Hear live cowboy music at Bandera’s Cowboy Camp the second Sunday of each month from 1 pm until 5 pm. Photos courtesy Bandera Cowboy Camp.

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is familiar and centuries old, but The Wimberley Players are adding original, magical touches of their own to “The Taming of the Shrew,” weekends July 12-24 at the Wimberley Playhouse. The tale revolves around the wooing and wedding of two sisters, Katherine and Bianca, (Erin Brownlee and Leigh Shelton) whose father has decreed the feisty Katherine must be married before Bianca can consider a proposal. Happily, the boisterous Petruchio (James Brownlee) isn’t fazed by the shrew’s tantrums, in fact he relishes them, and the fun begins.

Shakespeare incorporated elements of Italian street theater called comedia dell’ arte into his plays. “They wore masks and when you hear the words, ‘I’m in disguise,’ that’s right out of that genre of theater,” says director Melissa Moncus. She adds that improv was part of the ancient routine, but not the Players’ production.Melissa says she loves the energy and talent the cast brings to the production. Adding music and dancing to the production came naturally. “I’ve choreographed other shows in collaboration with composer Gordon Jones. I thought he would provide a special touch to ‘Shrew,’” Melissa explains. Gordon, an accomplished composer, holds a degree in world music and teaches in the music department at Texas State University.

Creative touches including gauzy wedding arbors and “pretend” trees are held dramatically aloft by the ensemble that also includes singers. The stage set reflects Elizabethan theater design — impressive costumes are the work of Cathie Polk.

FYI • “The Taming of the Shrew” runs July 12-21 Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2:30 pm. For more information,call 512-845-0575 or visit the web site at www.wimberleyplayers.org.

The triumphant wedding march begins. LEFT-RIGHT Kimberlyn Clark, Leigh Shelton, Erin Brownlee, James Brownlee, Bill Classen and Charles Werner. FOREGROUND Mackenzie Moncus and Meigan Brownlee. Photo courtesy Wimberley Players.

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Since the mid ’60s, the Wood Thrush population has suffered continual de-cline, so much so that Audubon added it to its WatchList. Because this pot-bellied thrush breeds in the eastern North Amer-ican deciduous forests, which are con-stantly subject to destruction and frag-mentation, their nests face predation, especially from cowbird brood parasit-ism that significantly decreases the spe-cies’ reproductive success.

To thwart cowbirds, the Wood Thrush needs a shady, dense understory. There it raises its young and forages in the moist soil’s leaf litter for caterpillars, millipedes, beetles and other insects, its reddish brown upperparts blending well

with its surroundings. When it pops its head up for a look around—as it’s want to do— white eye rings and a dark speckled white breast are hard to miss.Hearing the melodic call of the Wood Thrush at the close of the day makes one feel all’s right with the world. And for that moment it is.

That’s what nature offers if we allow ourselves the time to watch and listen. A breeze wafts through the trees, leaves shimmering in the afternoon sun. A rabbit pulls dry grass and carries it to a burrow she’s hollowed out beneath the roots of a leafy plant. Fledgling titmice flutter high among the branches overhead, their nasal calls trailing after them. Dark bills single out two fledgling cardinals from their mother as they pick at sunflower seeds on a platform feeder. Mourning cloak butter-flies puddle in mud left from a recent rain. Three, five-instar black swallowtail cater-pillars munch on parsley. As night falls, a Barred Owl talks rather than calling its well known “who cooks for y’all.” As if telling someone off, it grumbles the notes, amusing the listener.

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Today they are the most widely used insecticides in the world, and regulators continue to approve more and more of them despite warnings raised by their own experts. Though they have less acute toxic-ity than organophosphorous insecticides, neonicotinoids persist longer in the envi-ronment, thus accumulative. Their dam-age to invertebrates—which make up at least 95 percent of the world’s animal spe-cies—is irreversible.

Since the onslaught of the colony col-lapse disorder among bees, a search for a cause of this syndrome led to much scru-tiny, one of the findings being that neonic-otinoids contributed to the collapse. In fact, these insecticides’ threat to all insect pollinators is extremely serious, especially in light of the fact that one-third of the food in U.S. diets requires insect pollina-tion.

And there’s more. Neonicotinoids contaminate the ground and infiltrate groundwater, making them lethal to birds and aquatic systems. In Europe, bird pop-ulations already may be in decline thanks to these insecticides.

According to “The Impact of the Na-tion’s Most Widely Used Insecticides on Birds,” American Bird Conservancy (ABC), March 2013, “A single corn kernel coated with a neonicotinoid can kill a songbird.”Although these insecticides may more often debilitate rather than kill birds, the effects are insidious (i.e., par-tial paralysis) and longer lasting. And when the parameters for testing are nar-row, the toxicity of these compounds is underestimated.

While the EPA is currently reviewing neonicotinoid registrations, environmen-talists, beekeepers, the ABC and consum-er groups are pushing Congress to force the agency to take stronger actions to prevent the irreversible damage these compounds are doing to birds, inverte-brates and other wildlife.

Change occurs slowly, but the signs are there. Supermarkets include organic produce, meat and other items in their ads; albeit, the list is short. The number of organic farmers is growing. Composting and backyard companion gardening are on the rise. Along with these positive measures comes a certain pride in know-ing one is helping to promote healthier ecosystems and to protect human health.

As habitats shrink, falling to develop-ment and agriculture, another hopeful sign emerges: green highways—similar to Texas where, thanks to Ladybird Johnson, bluebonnets, Indian paintbrush, evening primrose, wine cups and more paint road-sides each spring.

Though the movement isn’t entirely new, it’s getting more attention today; and with determined advocates, it will grow. In many countries throughout the world, ecologists and transportation engineers join forces to transform roadsides into wildlife habitats.

What started as native plant and wildlife roadside habitat in Europe in the ’80s and ’90s is now a world-wide movement, caused by the loss of species and habitat and inspired by Richard T.T. Forman’s book Road Ecology: Science and Solutions.

Compared with Belgium where most highways and roadsides are planted for conservation, the United States with its four million miles of highways lags be-hind and with reason. We have no central agency to promote a program. Although the U.S. Federal Highway Administration provides states funds for roadside en-hancement—it’s a poorly defined term. In addition to funding, the movement must address wildlife mortality—though in the case of deer, reduced mowing may mean less grazing.

As summer ramps up, so does the presence of snakes. While enjoying the outdoors, we step cautiously to avoid our four venomous snakes: copperheads, cot-tonmouths (if close to water), coral and rattlesnakes. And if it’s early morning or evening and you’re visiting a forested habitat, you may get lucky and hear the lovely trill of the Wood Thrush.

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Interestingly, what is today’s Freder-icksburg Herb Farm has always been a farm. The property was originally owned and developed by the pioneering Lehne family. Henry Lehne’s limestone house (historically recognized as the Lehne-Itz house) was constructed in 1882 and

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served as his family’s home and farming/ranching headquarters.

Surrounding acreage (then and now) was put to agriculture uses. This property remained in the Lehne family for 109 pro-ductive years before being sold in 1991.

The “house” is now home to the Fred-ericksburg Herb Farm’s acclaimed eatery, the Farm Haus Bistro. Another original edifice, a canning shed, is used to produce many of the items sold at the herb farm’s gift shop.

All in all, when taking into account the lush plantings and original build-ings coupled with the complementary structural improvements the Estenson’s have added, Henry Lehne would still feel “right at home” on the old grounds.

As was stated earlier, besides the rus-tic appeal, what makes the Fredericks-burg Herb Farm “so cool” are its diverse offerings. While day visitors are always welcomed, many choose to make the farm their base of operations for extended stays.

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Sunday Haus cottages at Fredericksburg Herb Farm. Photo courtesy Fredericksburg Herb Farm.

A welcoming and luxurious Sunday Haus interior at Fredericksburg Herb Farm. Photo courtesy Fredericksburg Herb Farm.


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Fredericksburg Herb Farm owners Dick and Rosemary Estenson working in the gardens. Photo courtesy Fredericksburg Herb Farm.

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Husband and wife team Damon and Kristi White welcome you to this eclec-tic and inviting establishment, with a charming tale all its own. The farrier (Da-mon) and his wife, Kristi, an interior de-signer by trade who originally hails from Philadelphia, PA, had the good fortune to meet in Reno, NV, and the rest is history. Following a whirlwind (long distance) romance, Kristi packed up and headed to Leakey, Texas, (population 425) along with her three children: Ella Pearl, 8; Jack, 11; and Phoebe, 15. There they joined Da-mon, who has one daughter, Jessica, 15.

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ers and built their business accordingly. “When someone asked for homemade soup or a certain kind of sandwich, I made it,” says Kristi. “I’m a stickler on ingredients, and use local produce when-ever possible,” she explains. Damon, who before meeting Kristi was far from a cof-fee connoisseur, quickly learned his new craft, and learned it well. “We call him the ‘Cowboy Barista,’” Kristi smiles.

When another customer asked for greeting cards, Kristi’s 94-year-old grand-mother, Pearl, created them. The shop continued to expand, and after 10 months, yarn was added to the retail section.

Retail offerings now include Ella Purls’ own labeled canned goods, plus stuffed animals, homemade play dough, coloring books, paper dolls, and retro toys. A “homemade and local” section features hand knit scarves, felted bags, soap, candles, hair bows (made by Phoe-

be), hand tooled leather and much more.“You’ll also find books, bumper

stickers, Texas and Don’t Tread on me Flags, bacon wallets, nose pencil sharp-eners, pickle lollipops and other fun stuff you just have to come into the shop to enjoy,” says Kristi.

And the shop continues to expand. “It’s truly a work in progress,” she says.

Three mothers comprise the staff at Ella Purls, often accompanied by their children. Their pioneer dress adds to the shop’s nostalgic appeal.

“We promote a wholesome envi-ronment—we feel very strongly about that,” says Kristi. Truly, entering Ella Purl’s feels a bit like walking into your mother’s kitchen. You’ll find no short-age of chatter in the quirkily charming shop.

“God has played a big part in our

Kristi’s passion, beautiful yarn, at Ella Purls. Photo by Melissa Maxwell Ball.

Cute and quirky handmade bags and so much more. Photo by Melissa Maxwell Ball. See ELLA PURLS, page 11

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And the food, don’t forget the food! Specialty sandwiches topped with turkey, ham and salami, grilled chicken sand-wiches, delicious homemade cranberry pecan chicken salad (so good they sell 10 pounds a day), always homemade soups, breakfast paninis, mouthwatering home-made pastries and desserts, and so much more. Menu specials are available daily.

A wide array of coffee choices will keep you caffeinated, including espresso (referred to at Ella Purls as “mud”), cap-puccino, frappes and lattes of many vari-eties, each humorously named. Of course, “decaf” is also available, along with smoothies, hot chocolate, pots (and cups)

o’ tea, chai and cider, and more.So please, say Kristi and Damon, feel

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To be honest, you probably won’t want to leave this inviting space any time soon, which is a large part of its genuine appeal. Come on, slow down. It’s the Leakey way. And Ella Purls is the perfect place to do it.

FYI • Ella Purls Trading Post is located in downtown Leakey on Highway 183 South. Free wi-fi is available. The shop is open Monday through Saturday from around 9 am to 5:30 pm. “Sundays, we play it by ear,” says Kristi, so feel free to call ahead. For more information, call 830-232-4611 or visit the web site at www.ellapurls.com.

Plenty of coffee and drink choices at Ella Purls. You can also choose from delicious salads, sandwiches, paninis and more, plus always homemade soups. Photo by Melissa Maxwell Ball.

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Ella Purls Trading Post, located in the historic drugstore building in Leakey. Photo by Melissa Maxwell Ball.


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NEW BRAUNFELS: Fourth of July Patriotic Parade and Program. Parade at 9 am and fireworks at 8:45 pm. www.sophienburg.com.SAN MARCOS: SummerFest. San Marcos Plaza Park, 7:30 pm. 512-393-8000.STONEWALL: All-American Chili Cookoff. Becker Vineyards. www.visitfredericksburg.com.WIMBERLEY: July Jubilee. Downtown patriotic parade at 10 am. Wimberley Community Chorus and Hill Country Community Band perform at 3 pm at First Baptist Church. www.wimberley.org.JULY 4, 5, 6WIMBERLEY: 68th Annual VFW Rodeo. Calf scramble and mutton bustin’ each night. Rodeo events, bull riding, team roping, steer wrestling, barrel racing vendors, mini bull riding and more. Plus Friday night dance. Veterans Park, Ranch Road 12 North. www.texasvfw.net.JULY 5CONCAN: Chilton Vance. Live music at Joe Jimmy’s. www.nealslodges.com.WIMBERLEY: Hot Texas Swing Band. Live music at Cypress Creek Cafe. HotTexasSwingBand.com.JULY 5-6LEAKEY: July Jubilee. Street dances and a rodeo both Friday and Saturday nights, Saturday morning patriotic parade at 10 am, arts and crafts vendors and more. 830-232-5222, www.friocanyonchamber.com.JULY 6AUSTIN: Hot Texas Swing Band. Live music at Moontower Saloon. HotTexasSwingBand.com.



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