Terlingua Moon
Volume 32, No. 30
July 27, 2021 by FreeBird

        "Beam me up, Scotty!" 

 – Capt. James T. Kirk

Did you know – there are three species of Agave in Big Bend?  The Agave havardiana, (often called a Century Plant) pictured above is the off-spring of a plant rescued from the yard of someone who wanted it to be removed nearly 30 years ago.  The parent plant bloomed July, 2013.  Life often moves slowly in the desert.  The second species of Agave is the indicator plant of our Chihuahuan Desert, the Agave lecheguilla, commonly referred to as lechuguilla.  The third species is actually a hybrid of the first two species, the Agave gracilipes.  It looks like a large lechuguilla or a small century plant.  I don’t know how old this Scott’s Oriole is, but I know he loves to sit high on this Agave and sing his beautiful song. 

Brewster County Commissioners Court – will hold their regular meeting on Wednesday, July 28, at 9:30 a.m. in the Commissioners Courtroom of the Brewster County Courthouse.  For more information, see Agenda Commissioners Court Meeting July 28,2021 

A MUSIC FESTIVAL! – Viva Big Bend 2021 kicks off Wednesday, July 28 at the Starlight Theatre in Terlingua!  The lineup includes Tessy Lou Williams (6:30 p.m.) followed by Bob Livingston (8:30 p.m.). This is a free show presented by Visit Big Bend.
  
    Livingston played on many of Jerry Jeff’s most iconic albums including the quintessential, ¡Viva Terlingua!  Bob and his band will be doing a special Jerry Jeff/Viva Terlingua tribute in his shows at the Starlight Theatre and also at the Spicewood Restaurant in Alpine July 29. 

    The festival includes venues in all counties of the tri-county area and runs through Sunday,
August 1.  For ticket information and the entire music festival schedule, see Viva Big Bend.

At the Cactus Farm (north of the little Burro Country Store) ‑‑ Mondays at 6 p.m., Spanish classes with Yvonne Diaz as facilitator.  Classes are free or small donation will be accepted toward Cactus Farm expenses.  Tuesdays at 7 p.m., Blues music is back.   All are welcome!  Come and join us.

Espresso ... y poco mas ‑‑ It's going to be a hot week but we've got your cold beverages covered!  Iced coffees, smoothies and more.  We also serve breakfasts, lunches and packed picnics.  Our ingredients are the freshest and everything is made to order whether it's your eggs in the morning or your lunch salad or sandwich.  Check us out for freshly baked pastries and more.

    We have a full menu from 7:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. seven days a week.  While you are here, enjoy free wifi, local newspapers, and super comfortable outdoor seating in the shade.  Located in the Ghost Town.

Covid back on the rise – Brewster County currently has 14 active cases of Covid.  As of July 19, 59% of county residents have received one dose of vaccine; 51% are fully vaccinated.  Keep your guard up and stay safe y’all!

 

LOCAL BUSINESS CONTACTS:

Flack Electrical Services
Joshua Flack, Owner/Master Electrician TECL #31064 ME #337791
Licensed, bonded and insured
940.255.2723

Dig Terlingua
Septic Systems and Dirt Work
Licensed for Septic System Site Evaluations & Installations - Commercial & Residential - TCEQ #34046.
713.907.5259

Ginchy Gas House
Automotive Repair, Fleet Maintenance, Heavy Equipment and Hydraulic Repair. 432-371-3830 or email ginchygashouse@gmail.com to schedule an appointment.

Basecamp Terlingua
Basecamp Terlingua is hiring for our reservations team and one or more full or part-time housekeepers. Please email carrie@basecampterlingua.com or call 432-294-1149 to apply.

Terlingua Moon

 Here is this week's collection of email ads received to TerlinguaMoon@Gmail.com.  Compiled by Shawna.  July 20, 2021.

"There is no power for change greater than a community discovering what it cares about." -- Margaret J. Wheatley

Send your news/ETCETERA for a chance to be featured in next week's Moon.  Cheers!

BIG BEND CITIZENS ALLIANCE will hold a regular meeting on Thursday, July 22 at 6:00 PM via Zoom.  We're a public charity supporting the Terlingua Community Garden, Canyon View Community Park, Terlingua Recycles, Voices from Both Sides, Terlingua Visual Arts, Terlingua Dark Sky Alliance, and Terlingua Cares.  All are welcome to join this public meeting.  For more information, agenda, minutes, etc, please email secretary.bbca@gmail.com or call Sara at (432) 371-2902 with your questions.

EARTH AND FIRE GALLERY.  If you missed the party for Tony Guererro, no worries-- we'll be celebrating his show all month!

The Texas Department of State Health Services will have a team in our area July 19-24 for any person wishing to receive a COVID vaccination in their home.  Call 800-742-5990 to register for this free service.

A Special Meeting of BREWSTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT will be held July 21 at 9:00 a.m. to discuss Fiscal Year 2022 Budget and other agenda items.  Go to BrewsterCountyTx.com to see the agenda.  Watch the meeting online through the county website or via the Brewster County, Texas Facebook page.

SHOT TIME LIQUORS.  We are pleased to welcome plant-based jerky to our snack selection available in prickly pear teriyaki, sea salt & black pepper, bacon, and prickly pear chipotle flavors! Grab a bag for $6.74 and let us know what you think. Will they pair well with eggnog or spiked seltzers? Maybe, but we’ll let you sort that one out. White Claw and Press Seltzer 6 packs are still available for $7.39 each. Benchmark eggnog is only $10 for a 1.75L bottle while supplies last.  

ESPRESSO Y POCO MAS.  Stop by and check out the best coffee in Terlingua.  We also serve breakfasts, lunches and packed picnics.

Our ingredients are the freshest and everything is made  to order whether it's your eggs in the morning  or your lunch salad or sandwich.  Check us out for smoothies, freshly baked pastries and more.  We have a full menu from 7:30 am until 2 pm seven days week. While you're here, enjoy free wifi, local newspapers and super comfortable outdoor seating.  Located in the Ghost Town.

TAQUERIA EL MILAGRO.  We are closed until September.  Look forward to seeing you then!  Thanks to all our customers.

The Town Electrician, Charles Turvey, Owner/ Master Electrician TECL# 31504  ME# 326558  Local, Licensed, Insured thetownelectrician@bigbend.net  432-424-3464 (Home)  432-538-2533 (Cell).

ALL ENERGIES: SOLAR POWER & MORE.  Brand new REC Solar Panels are in stock and available for just $260 per panel (tax included). That’s about $0.81 per Watt for a 320W panel.  Each panel is approximately 65 inches long and 40 inches wide.  For more information, or if you’ve got questions about solar power, email us at TerlinguaSolar@gmail.com or text 432-242-1874 today.  If you’d rather come see us in person, our warehouse at 52035 State Highway 118 will be open on Tuesday and Thursday from 10AM to 3PM. 

Many Stones has just received a new shipment of interesting cacti. Grafts, Crestates and Mutants! Ring has some eggs left but the chickens are gone and he will not longer sell eggs. Come get what's left soon.

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, Bulldozer, Motor Grader & Dump Truck with Operator for Hire.  Site Preparation - pads, roads & ditches.  We deliver road base, gravel, sand, etc.  Licensed for Septic System Site Evaluations & Installations - Commercial & Residential - TCEQ #34046.    Whatever you need dug – WE DIG IT. 713.907.5259

Basecamp Terlingua is hiring for our reservations team! Pay starts at $15/hour. Must have high computer literacy, customer service skills and be available evenings (until 6pm) and weekends. Position is part time, 20-25 hours/week. Lots of opportunities for raises, more hours and more responsibility. At 9 months of employment, full-time employees will automatically be bumped to a salary of $40,000. Email carrie@basecampterlingua.com for more information or to apply. Resumes a plus.    Basecamp Terlingua is looking for one or more full or part-time housekeepers. Pay starts at $12 but will move up to $15 if it’s a good fit. All full-time employees are guaranteed a salary of $40,000 after 9 months of employment. Must be hard-working, have strong attention to detail and be a team player. Must be available weekends. Must be able to work legally in the US. Spanish speaking a plus. Please email carrie@basecampterlingua.com or call 432-294-1149 to apply.     Carrie Van Eck     Manager    Basecamp Terlingua | Agave Terlingua | Nuevo TerlinguaLuxury Vacation Rentals in Terlingua, Texas   M: 512-565-0852   carrie@basecampterlingua.com

The Chili Pepper is closed until Friday July 23, 2021.  We are making some long overdue changes to our kitchen and wait station area.  There is more to come and we appreciate the support of the community as we continue through the upgrades.

TERLINGUA MOON

by Terlingua Thinking Team!!!

July 12, 2021

“You can’t separate peace from freedom because no one can be at peace unless he has his freedom.” — Malcolm X, American minister, author and activist. 

A MUSIC FESTIVAL!
Visitbigbend.com
Viva Big Bend starts Wednesday, July 28 at the Starlight Theatre in Terlingua! Lineup: Tessy Lou Williams (6:30pm) and Bob Livingston (8:30pm). This is a free show presented by Visit Big Bend. Livingston played on many of Jerry Jeff’s most iconic albums including the quintessential, ¡Viva Terlingua! Bob and his band will be doing a special Jerry Jeff/Viva Terlingua tribute in his shows at the Starlight Theatre (and also at the Spicewood Restaurant in Alpine July 29).

FULL BUCK MOON
FRIDAY July 23
Cactus Farm
6.30 pm
Potluck theme is BBQ!
All are welcome!

SUSTAINABLE TERLINGUA
Lots of weeds are growing now, get on top of them before it's too late! Tim, Jenny and Shawn are here to help if you need it. Sustainable Terlingua 371-2501

GINCHY GAS HOUSE
Automotive Repair, Heavy Equipment and Hydraulic Repair, Fleet Service. We can do it all! We keep oil and filters in stock for most vehicles! Cal 432-371-3830 or email ginchygashouse@gmail.com to make an appointment.

BECOME SOBER, STAY SOBER
Group of AA meets every Thursday at 7:30 at the Big Bend Church in Study Butte. We wear masks during the meeting, and observe distancing.  The meetings are open to anyone who has or thinks they may have a drinking problem.  

EARTH & FIRE GALLERY
Presents Antonio N. Guerrero’s “The Matter in the Truth” On display from June 30th to July 31st.   Swing by to see his and 6 other artists’ work.

TAQUERIA EL MILAGRO
Join us for authentic Mexican food  5 pm- 10 pm Wednesdays through Sunday.

We specialize in tacos (all kinds), elote, chili rellenos,  steaks, plus stuffed baked potatoes,  burgers and hot dogs. Everyone will find something they love. 
BYOB and make your own party.  Drive through/to go orders.  432 371 2060. 

ESPRESSO ... Y POCO MAS
Best coffee in town along with cooked to order breakfasts, lunches and packed picnics.

Everything is made  to order whether it's your eggs in the morning  or your lunch salad or sandwich.  Check us out for smoothies, freshly baked pastries and more.

We have a full menu from 7:30 am until 2 pm seven days week.  While you here, enjoy free wifi, local newspapers and super comfortable outdoor seating.  Located in the Ghost Town. 

RED DIRT LUMBER CO
52701 Hwy 118
Terlingua, Texas

We will begin providing quotes for building materials in the Big Bend area tomorrow. Due to high demand for material it will take us some time to build our local inventory customer orders will be our priority. We will have local office/warehouse just off N Highway 118 coming soon.

For Quote & Delivery Info
9:00am - 4:00pm
Monday -Friday

More Info Call or Text
Pete 432-294-1088
Kat   361-813-4905
Fred 940-631-1222

Submit Order or Request Quote
Via Email - Attn Fred Cruger reddirtlumber@gmail.com

Support New Local Business

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, Bulldozer, Motor Grader & Dump Truck with Operator for Hire. Site Preparation - pads, roads & ditches. We deliver road base, gravel, sand, etc. Licensed for Septic System Site Evaluations & Installations - Commercial & Residential - TCEQ #34046. Whatever you need dug – WE DIG IT. 713.907.5259

KIDS CAMP AND OTHER CHURCH EVENTS
July 7-8 Vacation Bible School is back! Each day from 9:30-2:30 so come join the fun and enjoy the theme “Destination Dig”!

July 9 - FREE Medical Clinic for the community. From 9:00 until ???? This is the 3rd time this FREE clinic has been provided for the community. We trust you’ll continue to come take advantage of this opportunity!

RUSTIC IRON BBQ
FYI- We will be closed for the rest of this month (July) to try and make progress on the new building and a few other things. Thanks for your continued patronage ????ans see y’all soon.

ALL ENERGIES
Brand new REC solar panels. These panels are rated at 320 Watts each, for just $260 per panel (tax included). Each panel is approximately 65 inches long and 40 inches wide. For more information, or if you’ve got questions about solar power, email us at TerlinguaSolar@gmail.com or text 432-242-1874 today.

From Dave Byrne:

"I have sent the enclosed letter to the Study Butte Water Board."

"Sam Bottenfield, President of the Board

 CC: Greg Henington
        John Holroyd
        Leon Smith
        Lico Miller

Dear Board Members:

My name is Dave Byrne and I am a resident of BJ's RV Park for almost four years.  I am 75 years old and seriously handicapped walking only by using a walker.  There are other full time residents of this park as well, including children and infants.

Recently, a pressure reducer was not reinstalled as it should have been causing RV hookup sites to have water leaks.  These leaks were not discovered until after some time had passed because there are no guests here during the summer months.

I feel that the leaks were the fault of the work crews for Study Butte Water and that the company bares responsibility for them and that BJ's is not negligent with regard to the leaks.  I feel that the Water Company and BJ's should work towards a reasonable solution that would keep the water on as it would be a serious detriment to my life as it would be to others if water was not available.

Thank you for your consideration,

Dave Byrne"

MAVERICKS ICE HOUSE
Mavericks' Ice House is closed until further notice. Repairs need to be made to the front porch, so for the safety of our staff and guests we are temporarily closed. 

JOBS
Basecamp Terlingua is hiring for our reservations team! Pay starts at $15/hour. Must have high computer literacy, customer service skills and be available evenings and weekends. Position is part time, 20-25 hours/week. Lots of opportunities for raises, more hours and more responsibility. At 9 months of employment, full-time employees will automatically be bumped to a salary of $40,000. Email carrie@basecampterlingua.com for more information or to apply. Resumes a plus.

Basecamp Terlingua is looking for one or more full or part-time housekeepers. Pay starts at $12 but will move up to $15 if it’s a good fit. All full-time employees are guaranteed a salary of $40,000 after 9 months of employment. Must be hard-working, have strong attention to detail and be a team player. Must be available weekends. Must be able to work legally in the US. Spanish speaking a plus. Please email carrie@basecampterlingua.com or call 432-294-1149 to apply.

NON-PROFIT FUNDING
As you know, we await the publication of the EDA NOFO for the funds allocated to EDA under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARP). We have had many individual and Zoom calls on the opportunity, but I send this to offer to attend a webinar on EDA programs for economic adjustment and the application process as well as a “walk-through” of the process of finding the NOFO on the EDA website and finding the appropriate application forms.

Our rural EDA representative, Robert Peche, has offered to make a presentation to our communities at the two times below.  Hoping one of these options will be convenient and that the information will be helpful.

Tuesday, July 20, 10-11 a.m. Central or Wednesday, July 21, 2-3 p.m. Central

Peggy O’Brien
Local Governments Manager
Rio Grande Council of Governments
915-588-1375 cell
www.riocog.org

SHOT TIME LIQUORS
Get all your summer refreshments at Shot Time during the Christmas in July sale: We have 1.75L Benchmark eggnog for only $10. Ask an associate in store for their brandy, rum, and cognac suggestions. If you are looking for a more traditional summer beverage, we have assorted flavors of Press Seltzer 6 packs available for $7.39 each. Are you about that #ClawLife? You can also pick up 6 packs of White Claw seltzers for $7.39! New, non-alcoholic offerings include Gold Peak and Peace brand teas. If you didn’t get a chance to snag tees or koozies from last month’s fundraiser, then you’re in luck; we will be selling the remaining merch in store until sold out.

 xTrA XtRa

Big Bend National Park

The Texas National Guard will return to Big Bend National Park to offer another round of Covid-19 vaccines and tests. The Guard will be at Panther Junction Visitor Center on Saturday, July 10 from 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. If you got your first of either of the two dose vaccines here a month ago, this is your opportunity for your second dose. If you want a Covid or antibody test they will also have those available. 

They will be offering the same services at the Terlingua Fire & EMS  building on July 11. 

Even if you don't need a vaccine or a test, stop by and thank the guardsmen. It took quite an effort to bring them out to our rural, isolated area. We are very grateful to the team and their captain for their efforts to keep us all safe.

TERLINGUA MOON

Vol. 32, No. 27              July 6, 2021              BY MAEWESTERN

“When you become the image of your own imagination, it’s the most powerful thing you could ever do.” -- RuPaul Charles

New Rio Record Set

June 29 was the highest flow rate of the mighty Rio Grande recorded at the Castalon USGS gauging station at 6640 cfs in the 15 years data has been kept. This bests the previous record of 1210 cfs in June 2016. That’s a lotta water!

Shot Time Liquors

Open  Monday through Saturday 10 to 9

Stop the presses .... Twisted Tea Party Packs have arrived!!!! Peach, Raspberry, Half-Half, and Original all in a convenient 12 pack! They have been out of stock for so long and just when we needed a Boost for the Summer ..... they came back. But we didn’t get many, and we aren’t sure how long they will be available. Come and get’em while we got’em!

Ginchy Gas House

Automotive Repair, Heavy Equipment and Hydraulic Repair, Fleet Service. We can do it all! We keep oil and filters in stock for most vehicles! Cal 432-371-3830 or email ginchygashouse@gmail.com to make an appointment.

Big Bend Church Activities

July 7-8 Vacation Bible School is back! Each day from 9:30-2:30 so come join the fun and enjoy the theme “Destination Dig”!

July 9 - FREE Medical Clinic for the community. From 9:00 until ???? This is the 3rd time this FREE clinic has been provided for the community. We trust you’ll continue to come take advantage of this opportunity!

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, Bulldozer, Motor Grader & Dump Truck with Operator for Hire. Site Preparation - pads, roads & ditches.

We deliver road base, gravel, sand, etc.

Licensed for Septic System Site Evaluations & Installations - Commercial & Residential - TCEQ #34046.

Whatever you need dug – WE DIG IT.   713.907.5259

DB’s Rustic Iron Barbecue

Hope everyone enjoyed their Independence Day!

FYI- We will be closed for the rest of this month (July) to try and make progress on the new building and a few other things. Thanks for your continued patronage and see y’all soon.

Terlingua Bottoms Group

The Terlingua Bottoms Group of AA meets every Thursday at 7:30 at the Big Bend Church in Study Butte. We wear masks during the meeting, and observe distancing.  The meetings are open to anyone who has or thinks they may have a drinking problem.

Espresso ... y poco mas

Best coffee in town along with cooked to order breakfasts, lunches and packed picnics.

Everything is made  to order whether it’s your eggs in the morning  or your lunch salad or sandwich.  Check us out for smoothies, freshly baked pastries and more.

We have a full menu from 7:30 am until 2 pm seven days a week.  While you're here, enjoy free wifi, local newspapers and super comfortable outdoor seating.  Located in the Ghost Town.

Taqueria El Milagro

Join us for authentic Mexican food  5 pm- 10 pm Wednesdays through Sunday.

We specialize in tacos (all kinds), elote, chili rellenos,  steaks, plus stuffed baked potatoes, burgers and hot dogs. Everyone will find something they love.

BYOB and make your own party. Drive through/to go orders.  432 371 2060.  

Earth & Fire Gallery

Earth & Fire Gallery Presents Antonio N. Guerrero’s “The Matter in the Truth” on display through July 31st. Swing by to see his and 6 other artists’work.

Mavericks’ Ice House

Mavericks’ Ice House is closed until further notice. Repairs need to be made to the front porch, so for the safety of our staff and guests we are temporarily closed.

Letter to Study Butte Water Board 

(included without comment)

Sam Bottenfield, President of the Board

 CC: Greg Henington

        John Holroyd

        Leon Smith

        Lico Miller

Dear Board Members:

My name is Dave Byrne and I am a resident of BJ’s RV Park for almost four years. I am 75 years old and seriously handicapped walking only by using a walker.  There are other full time residents of this park as well, including children and infants.

Recently, a pressure reducer was not reinstalled as it should have been causing RV hookup sites to have water leaks. These leaks were not discovered until after some time had passed because there are no guests here during the summer months.

I feel that the leaks were the fault of the work crews for Study Butte Water and that the company bares responsibility for them and that BJ’s is not negligent with regard to the leaks. I feel that the Water Company and BJ’s should work towards a reasonable solution that would keep the water on as it would be a serious detriment to my life as it would be to others if water was not available.

Thank you for your consideration,

Dave Byrne

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