“All over the world, people are being quarantined and are being compelled to practice social distancing. We are trying desperately to remain sane in a world that seems bordering on the insane. So, the time is just right for us to ponder, reflect, meditate, and discover the world within our own minds.” —Avijeet Das
MOBILE COVID-19 TESTING TODAY IN ALPINE
Mobile Test Collection is coming to Alpine, August 4.
Time: 9am - 4pm or until site reaches capacity
Location: North Brewster County Emergency Response Center, 102 S. 2nd Street, Alpine
NO APPOINTMENTS REQUIRED
Personal Identification Required
The test will be oral swab.
School Supplies Drive
The Family Crisis Center of the Big Bend is hosting a drive for school supplies for our client families. Supplies may be dropped off any time during regular business hours in Alpine, Terlingua, or Presidio. Receipts are available for any donations made, and as always, please wear a mask. Thank you in advance for your generosity!
BBNP Continues to Protect Native Bighorn Sheep
On August 5, the National Park Service (NPS) will continue with measures to protect desert bighorn sheep at Big Bend National Park, which include reducing its population of non-native aoudads (Barbary sheep).
The national park is still closed as of this writing. If the park has reopened or partially reopened at the time of this project, the staff reminds visitors to observe all posted closures for their own safety.
The Deadhorse Mountains and surrounding areas, including the Dagger Flat Road and Old Ore Road (see map available on request), will be closed from August 5 through August 7 while the NPS works with Texas Parks and Wildlife to remove the Barbary sheep using helicopters and staff trained in aerial shooting operations. Please see the map for detailed closures and access information
Barbary sheep have been in the park for the past three decades and have increased significantly in recent years. Hundreds of Barbary sheep inhabit the park, but the park has only one very small known population of native desert bighorn sheep. Barbary sheep control is necessary as they compete with native species including preventing desert bighorn from accessing water, threaten biodiversity, and impair park visitor’s ability to experience natural conditions and scenery.
This effort is part of Big Bend’s long-term, integrated approach to control exotic animals and protect park resources. Management of aoudad is in keeping with the Big Bend Exotic Animal Management Plan and Environmental Assessment, finalized in June, 2018. To see this plan, visit www.parkplanning.nps.gov/bibe.
Big Bend Ranch SP Partial Closure Aug. 9-16
The interior of the Big Bend Ranch State Park Complex will be closed for the safety of park visitors during wildlife surveys Aug. 9-16. During the surveys, staff will be counting desert bighorn sheep by helicopter and performing the lethal removal of non-native aoudad (barbary sheep) when encountered.
Aoudad compete heavily for resources with the bighorn sheep and other native species and have the potential to transmit diseases to the sheep. Control of this invasive species is needed to protect the park’s native plants and animals as well as springs and other water resources that animals depend upon.
The Barton Warnock Visitor Center (east entrance) and Fort Leaton State Historic Site (west entrance) will remain open during these surveys. Please note that the rooms of the fort are open for touring, but exhibits are closed. Park facilities, campgrounds, river access and trails south of FM170 (River Road), and The Contrabando Trail System, are open.
Information about bighorn sheep can be found on the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department website.
Notice of Intent and Public Meeting Notice
Terlingua Fire/EMS has filed an application with the USDA Rural Development for financial assistance to purchase a new ambulance to service the south Brewster county region. A public meeting for comments will be held at 6 pm on August 14, 2020 at the South Brewster County Public Safety building, 23250 FM 170, Terlingua, TX to discuss the proposed project and to provide the opportunity for public comment.
Part-Time Help Wanted
The Terlingua Trading Company has a position open for a part-time clerk. Please call or stop by the store for an application. Applicants must be 21 or older.
Back in the Saddle!
Desert Sports is now OPEN for summer hours!!
10 am - 6 pm . Monday - Saturday. Closed Sunday except by reservation. Masks required and a limit of 4 visitors at a time in the shop, PLEASE! We are now taking reservations for guided trips!!
Quicksilver Trading Hours
near BEE Mountain Hardware
Open Wed & Sat 9 till noon
DB’s Rustic Iron BBQ
DB’s Rustic Iron BBQ will be closed Aug.2 thru Aug 11. We appreciate your patronage and see you soon!
Need a Laptop Recommendation for RV Travel?
https://www.rvtravel.com/need-a-laptop-get-a-chromebook/
Terlingua Bottoms
The Terlingua Bottoms Group of AA meets every Thursday at 7:30 at the Big Bend Church in Study Butte. The meetings are open to anyone who has or thinks they may have a drinking problem. We meet in a group of less than five, and practice Social Distancing! If you are ill, we respectfully ask that you stay home and call for a “telephone meeting” instead, 432-371-2073. (you can also call with any questions...) Leave a message and we’ll get back to you.
Earth & Fire Gallery Hours
EARTH and FIRE Gallery in the Ghostown of Terlingua is open seven days a week from 9 AM to 1. Wednesdays from 9 to 3. Thursday though Sunday from 9 to 6.
In the heat, we’ll retreat. We’ll be back by 4 Th-S
You deserve a bit of art to see us through these strange times. Call 432 371 2637. We ship!
Reminder Regarding National Park Closure
From the local citizenry to the local businesses and associated residents, a friendly reminder that the National Park is closed. That includes hiking from Lajitas to Mesa de Anguila, from Study Butte to Indian Head, or anywhere else. Thank you for your considerate cooperation!
Wylie Water Catchment Tanks
The Wylie tanks are arriving Thu., Aug. 6th.
This load is all claimed, but we will gladly start another
as soon as interest warrants; the sooner the better.
Hm. 371-2506, Cell (512)924-2506
Dark Sky Photography Volunteer Help Wanted
The Tierra Grande Master Naturalist Dark Sky Committee seeks a volunteer with experience in dark sky astrophotography, specifically at Elephant Mountain WMA and Black Gap WMA, to assist with the International Dark Skies Association’s certification process. The IDA application process asks for “as-seen” and “enhanced” photographs, including panorama. Taken from strategic vantage points at each of several parks in the Reserve project area, these photos would also serve as reference documentation of the night sky for future studies. Please contact Laura Gold at tierragrandetmn@gmail.com or tierragrandetmn@gmail.comif you can help.
BBNP Seeks Campground Host for Chisos Basin
Do you have a RV? Have you ever wanted to live and work in the mountains of Big Bend National Park?
We have an opening for a Volunteer Campground Host, to be stationed in the Chisos Basin Campground.
Applications are being accepted here: https://www.volunteer.gov/s/volunteer-opportunity/a09t0000008GwyVAAS/chisos-basin-campground-host.
We would love to have you as part of our park team!
Flack Electrical Services
Joshua Flack, Owner/Master Electrician TECL #31064 ME #337791, Licensed, bonded and insured, 940.255.2723
Dig Terlingua
We do Septic Systems and Dirt Work, Backhoe Ditching, Digging, Dozer, Motor Grader & Dump Truck with Operator for Hire. We deliver road base, gravel, sand, etc.
Septic System Site Evaluations & Installations – TCEQ #34046, 713.907.5259
Espresso ... y poco mas!
Find us open from 7:30 a.m to 1 p.m. seven days a week. Our environment is being kept safe for everyone so come on in! Our flavored iced coffees and smoothies are super popular right now during hot weather..We serve only Big Bend Roasters coffee because it’s the best and it’s locally produced. All the same great menu items! Reubens, chicken salad, eggs anyway you like them, superb guacamole, super fresh salads and more made to order dishes. Call ahead (432) 371-3044 for your order and we will have it ready for you. If you want to pick up, let us know the model of your car when you call and we will bring your order out to you.
Application Info for Terlingua CSD Board
Notice is hereby given that applications for a place on the Terlingua CSD Board of Trustees.
For ballot applications and more info, visit https://www.terlinguacsd.com/395019_3 or call 371-2281.
Regular Election ballot held on November 3, 2020 may be filed during the following times:
July 20, 2020 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
July 21, 2020 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
July 22, 2020 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
July 23, 2020 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
July 27, 2020 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
July 28, 2020 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
July 29, 2020 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
July 30, 2020 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
August 3, 2020 - August 7, 2020 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
August 17, 2020 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Physical address for filing applications in person for place on the ballot:
(Dirección a fisica para presentar las solicitudes en persona para un Iugar en Ia boleta)
Terlingua CSD Office
550 Roadrunner Circle
Terlingua, TX 79852
Address to mail applications for place on the ballot (if filing by mail):
(Dirección a donde enviar las solicitudes para un Iugar en Ia boleta (en caso de presentar por correo))
Terlingua CSD
PO Box 256
Terlingua, TX 79852
All Energies
All Energies has 320 watt panels in stock $240 Each. 250 watt used panels $100 Each. Call 432-371-2950 or email casey@allenegies.net
Isn’t it time you found your perfect pet?
https://www.petfinder.com/member/us/tx/alpine/alpine-humane-society-tx1202/?o=NaN
Shot Time Liquor
Our Lucky Raffle Ticket this Week was #927296. #####
We have Beer and Liquor and Smokes. Plus, of course, LUCKY LOTTERY AND SCRATCH-OFFS - A Very Lucky Player won $100 this weekend on a Scratcher! But did you know that we also have COFFEE?!?!? Yep ..... BONES COFFEE ..... and it is AWESOME ..... $15 AND we have it in GROUND, WHOLE BEAN AND K-CUP. The flavors are: MacaManiac, Red Velvet, S’Morey Time (my fave), High Voltage, Salty Siren, French Vanilla , and Highland Grog. These flavors are great brewed and hot.But they are UNBELIEVABLY DELICIOUS AS ICED COFFEE. Mmmmmm..... Don’t forget that we have Ice Cream pints and treats available at the Drive Thru as well as Snax and Shot Ice. And as always ..... Drink and Drive Responsibly!
Census Filing Assistance Friday at EMS Headquarters
Census Bureau field workers will be following up at homes that have not responded yet to the 2020 Census. The deadline is September 30, 2020. Please respond with your Census ID#: online at my2020census.gov, by phone or by mail.
Come to the Terlingua Fire/EMS Headquarters on Friday, August 7 at 10a.
There will be refreshments and an opportunity to receive assistance filling out the 2020 Census. It is fast, easy and confidential!
Remember: The next 10 years of funding and representation in government depends on population.
An accurate Census count will ensure funds for medical, food assistance, education and more. Everyone Counts!
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