The Terlingua Moon
30 March 2026 --Vol. 37 #13
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KEEP BIG BEND WILD!
Keep Big Bend Wild notes with concern on 3/20/26, that CBP’s so-called “Smart Wall” map has not been updated to reflect Sector Chief Easterling’s statement last week that there would be no wall in any of Big Bend Ranch State Park. We think he’s a good man and that’s his intent. But, just as for the national park and the wild & scenic river downstream, we have little confidence that the Border Patrol staff and leaders on the ground in our area are supported by the political leadership in Washington. Will the map change to back up the Sector Chief? Will the map change again to reflect a wall in the national park? Are contractors being directed to back off? What will the new Secretary of Homeland Security do?
It’s impossible to know in the absence of an unequivocal public commitment from the highest levels of CBP or DHS. That’s what we are fighting for, and will continue to fight for. KBBW is in regular contact with Congressional members, who are working as hard as we are behind the scenes to defeat the wall – they’re calling us as much as we’re calling them. They urge us to keep the pressure on, as it is definitely noticed and is making a difference.
This fight is winnable, and together, we will beat back this wall. And once we win, we need to continue to work together to keep Big Bend wild.
Our talking points and “what you can do” handout is posted on the KBBW website here (https://keepbigbendwild.org/
Please learn more at keepbigbendwild.org, and consider supporting Keep Big Bend Wild. There's no more important time. Donations are welcome (we're financially sponsored by the El Paso Community Foundation, a 501c3), but we need you to allow us to list you as a supporter even more. Local business supporters are especially appreciated. See who's already supporting KBBW at https://keepbigbendwild.
No Wall Public Meeting
What: No Big Bend Border Wall Local Meeting
When: Monday, March 30, 2026
Where: Red Patillo Community Center
201 Rex Ivy Road, Terlingua TX
Time: 6pm
Local Chapter, No Wall 79852, will share the following:
-updates on current No Wall movement
-share upcoming events and how YOU can get involved
-provide resources for printed materials
-review other ways that YOU can participate
-opportunity for YOU to share your concerns and needs
No Wall 79852 UPDATE
There is so much gratitude to all of you who have been engaging with visitors on river, horseback, hiking, and jeep trips, in restaurants and hotels, on trails, on the porch, and everywhere we can! The incredible mobilization our community has produced has startled and shocked power brokers in our epic fight to keep Big Bend and the Rio Grande wild and protected. They are listening. And we must continue to speak.
Keep up the pressure on Governor Abbott, Senators Cornyn and Cruz, Dawn Buckingham of Texas General Land Office, CBP, and other Texas officials. Thank you.
What's next? No Wall, No Wire, NO WAY
Recent reports say that there will be no physical wall through BBNP or BBRSP.
cbp.gov defines a Smart Wall as : "comprised of a steel bollard wall or waterborne barrier, along with roads, detection technology, cameras and lighting and in some cases a secondary wall - creating an enforcement zone."
We do not need towers with lights, concertina wire, or infrastructure and new roads that will negatively impact this last wild place in Texas.
Continuing to support our neighbors upstream and downstream and protecting property owner rights and Texas sovereignty remain a priority.
What you can do -
Saturday, March 28th - Wall/Wire protest at the intersection of FM 170 and HWY 118. 8am - 10am. Stay later if you can!
Monday, March 30 - Community Information Meeting at 6pm at the Red Patillo Community Center
Let's keep the momentum going! We will share information, answer questions as best we can, and listen to what our community needs to continue this fight.
Saturday April 4 - Austin rally Save Big Bend at 4pm @ the Capitol!
Deadline April 6 - Call or send and SHARE your concerns and comments to Customs and Border Protection.
or by phone at (833) 412-2056 (reference Big Bend Border Barrier System)
Espresso ... y poco mas
Seven days a week for home cooked breakfasts, lunches and the best coffee in the area. Located in the Ghost Town, great seating with fantastic views, strong wifi, and newspapers. 432 371 3044 for to go orders. Open at 7:30 a.m.
Taqueria El Milagro
Authentic Mexican recipes served in the Ghost Town. Street tacos to steaks and huge side dishes. Come in and enjoy our food in a great setting. BYOB. Open Wednesday through Sunday from 3 pm until 9 pm. 432 371-2060 for take out via our drive through window.
Big Bend High School Fundraiser: Car Wash & Burgers To-Go rescheduled for this Wednesday, April 1st in the high school parking lot, 4pm until we sell out. Car washes by donation, Burgers with chips & drink for $15, served while you wait! Courtesy of BBHS Junior Class.
Paisano Post from Terlingua School
Congratulations to the following Paisanos on their achievements at the District Academic Meet in Fort Davis. District Champion Team Members and Individuals earning 1st-3rd places will advance to Regionals at Angelo State University on April 24th-25th.
Overall Journalism: Terlingua 2nd place, 3rd place Mathematics-Melody Orozco, 5th place News Writing-Nereida Gomez, District Champion Team-Number Sense-Melody, Kendyl Haney, Hank Reed, Desiree Lujan, District Champion Team-Computer Science-Sethany Palmisano, Anthony Pattillo, Tim Smith, Hank, District Champion Social Studies-Kendyl, Isis Lujan, Jose Rodriguez, Luke Traylor, 5th place Ready Writing-Joselyn Sartain, 3rd place-Physics-Anthony, 2nd place Spelling-Joselyn, 1st place Editorial Writing-Anna Smith, 5th place Editorial Writing-Nereida, 3rd place Current Issues & Events-Bailey Baker, 6th place Current Issues & Events-Anthony, 3rd place Headline Writing-Bailey, and 2nd place Copy Editing-Edwin Garcia
Elementary Field Day-April 2nd at 9am. All are invited. There will be a concession stand.
Little Dribblers 1st Game will be on April 9th at the Gym. A concession stand will be available. Time to be announced.
Big Bend Episcopal Mission Services & Otra Vez Thrift Store
Saturdays Holy Eucharist Services w/ Father Mike Wallens at the Sts. Mary & Josephs' Chapel in Lajitas 5pm. All are welcome. Easter service will be an Easter Vigil held on Saturday, April 4th, at 5pm in Lajitas.
Otra Vez Thrift Store Hours: Just the Evening Hour open for the next 3 weeks. Wednesdays: 5:30pm-6:30pm.
Saturday Community Market First Saturday 4-4 Vendors Set Up Free
It's the first Saturday of April this week, so vendor fees are waived. Set up for free and sell your wares! Come see who has what at the Saturday Community Market, open from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Located at the Community Garden in the Ghost Town, we're here every Saturday with happy vendors offering an array of locally produced goods and other items. You'll also be able to enjoy our fabulous local mobile library and portable free ‘porch’, even consult with Dr. Gigabyte if you have a computer problem.
Local art, goat milk soap, fresh eggs, sour dough bread, jelly and pickles, all natural lip balms and skin care products, all natural essential oil fragrances, beard oil and massage oils, handcrafted, creative jewelry, resin creations, crocheted French market bags, shawls, soap bags and more, vintage goods, both curated and upcycled, practical and artistic items made of reclaimed steel and more -- you never know just what or who you'll find here.
Flea market items are also welcome. After all, reusing and up-cycling already existing items is smart and green. We ask a $10 donation to the Community Garden to set up, helping us to continue to improve this space and experience for all of us.
We welcome new vendors. To make it easy for new vendors to try our market and to show our appreciation to our regular vendors, we waive set-up fees on the first Saturday of the month, offering free set-up on that day.
For more information, text or call 432.213.1863 or pop in at the market for a chat. Prepared food vendors must display current food handling licence. (A quick, easy and affordable online course can provide that).
Please help keep our market space safe and comfortable for all, two-legged and four, by keeping all dogs leashed and under control. We look forward to seeing you there.
THE BIG BEND MOBILE LIBRARY
>Hours: Thursday April 2nd 3pm-6pm at Canyon View Community Park(next to the school)
Saturday April 4th 10am-3pm at the Community Gardens in the Ghost Town.
>All-Star Readers Club: Grab a punch card at the checkout desk and earn entries to win a $20 gift certificate! Every six books borrowed is another entry! Draw at the end of the month.
>24/7 Book Returns: Did you know we have a drop box for book returns at the entrance to the community gardens? This means you can return your books anytime, even if the library isn't open!
>Library Tech Services: Do you have computer, printer, or internet needs? We have the fastest internet in town and a laptop that is available for check out hourly at the library. Dr. Gigabyte is also on hand to help with general questions on technology and communications in the Big Bend.
>Exchange Box: The new and improved free porch! One person's trash is another person's treasure! Unless it's actually trash… all donations must be approved by library staff. If you have large donations, please bring them in sturdy boxes :)
>Follow us @BigBendPublicLibrary on Facebook and Instagram for more updates!
Dear BBAC artists.
The next show “Dark Skies” is quickly approaching. March is just flying by.
This will be my 4th year to celebrate our Big Bend region's dark skies through our many wonderful works of art.
As before, I will have educational material for visitors educating them on proper home and business lighting installations that do not pollute our skies with unnecessary light.
Together, let’s make this the best Dark Skies art show ever!!
Due to schedules, work and commitments- the Dark Skies show will be inputed and Hung after the gallery closes on Tuesday, March 31. It is imperative that all artists bring your work to the gallery by Tuesday, March 31 by 5pm, please and all work from the Making Space show be picked up by 5 pm on Tuesday, March 31st as well. Thank you so much.
You can find the prospectus at the Gallery or on our website: bigbendartscouncil.org
I look forward to receiving your work by 5:00 on Tuesday, March 31st.
The Reception is planned for Friday, April 3 from 5 to 7pm.
Please contact me via phone or message should you have questions.
Kathleen Griffith
210-313-6189
Closing Reception and Interactive Demonstration on March 27th
Pots n Prints will be at the University Center starting at 10 am. If you'd like to get a shirt printed, feel free to bring your own shirt or apron and the folks from Pots n Prints will print a cool design for you! We are also going to be throwing bowls in front of U.C.
Interactive Demonstrations from 10am to 2pm
And at 2 we will have the closing reception for Mario Kiran's Penance exhibit-Held at the Fine Arts Building in the Studio Art Gallery.
TERLINGUA RANCH PROPERTY OWNERS’ POTLUCK: Join your friends and neighbors at the next monthly potluck on Thursday, April 2nd, 6:00 pm, at the Bunkhouse on the ranch. The ranch will provide water, iced tea, paper plates, and cutlery. Please bring a dish to share. For more information, please call Marilynn at 512.484.1409.
Terlingua Trash Pickup - weekly trash pickup for residential and business.
64 gallon can - $49.99 per month.
96 gallon can - $59.99 per month.
All the details on our website: terlinguatrash.com.
I had a typo on my phone number in previous posts, sorry! This is the correct number now.
Have a great day! -Jimmy (432) 201 -5638.
Locals Discounted Massage Therapy
Mondays - Temple of the Bird
April 6/13/20/27
Tuesdays - JAF Arena Lounge
April 7/14/21/28
Text 731-699-0509
Kate Healy, Tx Lic 135433
COMMUNITY YOGA will return in the Fall.
TANKS A LOT TERLINGUA
Water Catchment Tanks, Pumps, Filters and Installation
ALSO NOW AVAILABLE:
Food Grade 275 gallon totes - $275/each
Food Grade 55 gallon barrels with removable lids & ports - $85/each
Steel 55 gallon drums with no lids - $50/each
Shop Local!
Located near the Terlingua Ranch Lodge.
Call Mark or Michelle: 432-371-3096 (home/
