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Color changes, green grass, awesome weather, & Garner State Park

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:45:00 +0000

Wow! If you've never been to the Frio Canyon and surrounding areas in the fall, you're missing it. The trees are putting on their brilliant colors, the grass is green and lush from recent rains, and the weather is AHH-some!

Gigi, Maddie, and I took a leisurely drive yesterday, down to the Frio above Neal's campground, and then on to GSP.

The water is probably a little too cool to swim or tube in for most, but just being there is so peaceful.

This weekend we're going to the Utopia Fall Art Fair.

44th Annual Utopia Fall Arts Fair - (Saturday November 7, 2009 9 am - 4 pm) Town Square, FM 187 in Utopia, Texas. There will be over 70 vendors of handmade arts & crafts plus music, food, craft demonstrations, and a silent auction to benefit local scholarships.

http://utopiatexas.net/index.php?option=com_frontpage&Itemid=1

On November 28, Christmas on the square will be held at the courthouse square in Leakey, from 9am til 4pm. Santa Claus will be there for the kids from 10-noon, and again from 1-3. It's fun, we'll be there.

Come on, it's not ever too long of a drive to experience this. And the best part, no crowds!

This shot is looking upriver from the dam at GSP.

No description required, yall all know this spot!

We saw lots of deer and squirrels, a couple of the park folks, and a few campers.

Green is good! The 5 or 6 inches of rain we received in late September and October really revived the flora and fauna.

Oh, and we did see a few buzzards upriver from Rock Beach

You can still do the GSP dance thing after summer's over, but ya gotta bring your own music.

Well, what I'm trying to say is, you really need to come see us!

We're so thankful that we live in such a beautiful area, and can just hop in the truck and be at these spots in mere minutes. We hope you enjoy these pictures, and that they see you through the long off-season until your next trip to the Frio River.

Next trip, Lost Maples Natural Area outside of Vanderpool. The Bigtooth Maples, Lacy Oaks, and many other trees are beginning to turn colors. Another great place close by to hike and enjoy nature.

Take care, and don't forget to join FrioMan on Facebook.

FrioMan Vacation Lodging

Concan & Leakey Texas

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A little at a time

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:28:00 +0000

Well, it started raining again yesterday a.m., dropping around an inch here in Concan. Very light rain fell all night, and is still coming down slowly now. Although it won't bring the level of the Frio up right away, it's a great start to what we hope is a real, wet winter.

The Canyon is really greenin up now, and is looking great! As I "pen" this post, it is a cool 60 degrees out, a welcome relief from the 100+ temps many of us experienced all summer. But that's basically just normal Texas weather, right? The down side is jeans & shoes vs shorts & flip flops.

Just about got IMac figured out, so I oughtta be postin pics here again soon. In the meantime, just add FrioMan InConcan as a friend on Facebook for almost daily news and pictures from the Frio River area.

There is a link on our homepage (www.frioman.com) to make it easy. If you haven't joined FB, try it, it's cool!

Take care, and I'll see yall soon!

FrioMan

FrioMan Vacation Lodging

Concan, Texas

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830-232-4210

Finally...RAIN!!!

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 20:16:00 +0000

Hey Guys...RAIN

8/10ths the other night, then 3.3 inches last night! And more expected, still need it.

I went out earlier and took some pics(posted on facebook). The Frio is looking better than it has all year, and some of last year. We're fixin to go back out, cause Hondo called and said Bunk Falls is going pretty good. Looks like more water came down and the flow/level is coming up more!

We got a new Apple IMAC, so I haven't figured out how to get my pics to it from my memory card yet. So, to see the pictures and keep up with what's goin on, add FrioMan InConcan as a friend on FaceBook.

Gone to the Frio! CYA

FrioMan

FrioMan Vacation Lodging

Concan, Texas

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Midsummer on the Frio River '09

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 02:36:00 +0000

Has it rained where you live? I miss it terribly.

So does this little girl I saw today across the road from West of the Frio,
one of our cool vacation homes.

Too low to tube, but we still got fishin!

And lots of strollers on the gravel bar....babies or beer carriers, hmmm.

Took a ride to Buchanan's after that, to check out Neal's swimmin hole, and man the wind started blowin like crazy.

Folks down there swimmin and layin out picked up and started flocking to their vehicles...

FAST!

But not everybody heard the howling winds, or saw the blowing dust and approaching storm.

Or, really cared.

Apparently they knew, as I, that it would pass by and miss us, as it usually does.
There's always tomorrow!

Since I don't have much to talk about due to the dry conditions we've been in for so long, I just don't post very often.
However, join me on FaceBook for more up to date, right away, it's goin on now, jabber.
Just add FrioMan InConcan as a friend.

But if anything important happens, like a lotta rain, and/or a good rise on the Frio, you'll see it here and on FB first!!
Come on out, the water's fine!
FrioMan

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No Rain, little change

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 16:24:00 +0000

Hey Guys

I've been getting quite a few emails to post updates, but unfortunately, nothing exciting has happened to report. It's hot & dry, and the Frio is low and slow. But it's still clean & green, and visitors are having a great time.

Below are the best place to float or swim, as reported to us firsthand by our guests: Better get there early, especially on the weekends. These are all pay to play, so don't trespass.

Happy Hollow-just like last year, this seems to be the best venue for tubers when the Frio River is running low. About a 2 hour float. Their number is 830-232-5266

Mager's crossing @ CR 350

Garner State Park

Neal's swimmin hole

That's all I have for now. I'll try to post some pictures very soon.

Take care, have fun! FrioMan

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Rain overnight

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Sat, 16 May 2009 14:46:00 +0000

Hey Guys
Well, the summer season is almost upon us, and we actually got some rain last night! About an inch here, and the USGS gauge shows the Frio came up about 1/2 foot. That's quite a bit for a shallow river, and should improve tubing and kayaking for our visitors this weekend. More rain is in the forecast, so keep your fingers crossed. I'll try to take some River pics this weekend and get em on soon! Lots of folks here this weekend, you shoulda seen the traffic in front of our new office!
Later, FrioMan

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Past...to present

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 21:19:00 +0000

Ya know, I didn't post on my blog forever over the fall & winter, so I'm gonna do a little catchin up! And I also wanted to mention that back in September, our thoughts and prayers were with yall living down on the coast, where H-Ike devastated so many lives. These good lookin young folks pictured here, my kids & grandbabies, reside in Galveston County. So they, and many others we know from Bolivar to Santa Fe to Kemah, suffered losses. We truly hope that you are making a speedy recovery, and that it's 100 more years before the next one.

My son Matthew with an excellent Real County buck this past season.
Not his first deer with a bow, but his first buck with one.

My oldest Granddaughter Kelsea, always alert to her surroundings while waiting for the wily Whitetail.

Gigi, Matthew, Meghan, Maddix, and I made a trip to Lost Maples last fall, and we had a great time. Beautiful colors.

Kelsea & Kassidy enjoying the Galveston County snow last December.

Kelsea Belle at work.

Meghan & Maddix fillin up on the flakes.

Laynie Bear is playing snow gauge.

Strangers....? Definitely so in Santa Fe.

And now, to the present.
At least, last week at Bunk Falls. My favorite time of year, some timely rains, and everything's greening up.

And...the Frio River actually looks better than it did last Labor Day. Keep your fingers crossed, and Pray For Rain!

See Ya! FrioMan

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Spring Break off to a cold, wet start

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 00:41:00 +0000

If it takes bitter cold to get rain, we'll take it...and we did!

We got about 2" of good rain(is there any other kind?)

2nd crossing today
The USGS gauge showed about a 4 inch increase, but the River looks a whole lot better than that sounds. This photo and the one below were from this afternoon, and the flow & level has increased quite a bit.

2nd crossing today
It's a great start, but we could use a lot more.

Today in Reagan Wells
The wildlife in our area should benefit greatly from the recent rains, and boy, do they need some groceries. They can't survive on deer corn alone.

Although we're in a heck of a drought, don't believe everything you read and hear in the news.
There is water in the Frio River, as shown from this pic taken at Mager's Crossing Monday.

1050 Bridge Monday
Sunshine is good, but right now cold, wet & dreary is better.

Hope yall are coming out soon, conditions are shaping up. Bring more rain!
FrioMan

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866-7CONCAN

The Alamo, Kickin Back & cool lookin deer...

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 12:56:00 +0000

173 years ago today. The fall of the Alamo. Lest we forget.

The pool at Kickin Back, is going to be one of the most popular spots in Concan, that isn't on the River. KB is one of the really cool, new vacation homes that we have to offer Frio River visitors.
Sleeps 14, cools down about that many, and is just minutes from the River.
Go to http://www.frioman.com/kickin-back.htm. But hurry, cuz it won't last long!
I know a bit about Kickin Back, but I haven't got any idea what kind of critters these are, in picture #2.

Gigi & I went to San Antonio yesterday, and about 9 miles towards Sabinal on TX 127, spotted these guys.

We saw them about the same time last year, just a short distance away on the Knippa hwy. I've heard what they are called twice, but can't remember how to say it, much less spell it! I'm told they are eating up the local farmer's winter wheat, and probably anything else that comes up green. If you know what kind of deer they are, please let me know.

No, it's not very warm in the Frio yet, but the swimmin hole at Vista del Rio and Butterflies r Frio is still just as deep & clear as it was late last summer. These homes are just 4 gates apart, and are fantastic places to vacation here in Concan...RIGHT ON THE RIVER!
Right Kelsea?

PRAY FOR RAIN.
FrioMan

FrioMan Vacation Lodging
Concan, Texas

866-7CONCAN---830-279-5973---830-988-FRIO

It's 92 degrees, wait, no,,,,28 degrees

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 00:09:00 +0000

Howdy Yall!
Hope you're ready for a great summer on the Frio River, cause it's gonna be a good one. Not because it's raining and the River's up(although it will), it's because just that being in the Frio Canyon is the best vacation escape...anytime, any conditions, anywhere!

Kelsea & Kassidy will agree that even in the wintertime,
the Frio River rocks!

Angie & Kelsea checkin out the pics they just shot,
while Kassidy does her best to relocate Frio River rocks.

Kayakers were out the same day plying the chilly waters beside Neal's campground.

Our local farmers are hard at it, hoping the rains come soon. We got up to 92 the other day,
then 36 hours later, it was 28 degrees!

Did I tell yall we are opening a new office this spring? I don't believe I did.

Well, about 1/2 mile before you get to the Frio River on TX 127 from Sabinal, you will now see us on the right side of the highway. We're real excited about our new location, and expect everyone that reads this to stop and say hey to FrioMan. And maybe have a cup of coffee....

Right behind the office, against the base of the mountain, sits The Cowboy House. This is one of several new vacation homes that we have to offer visitors to our beautiful area. It's not online yet, but it won't be long. Keep an eye on our website for updates.

Yesterday evening about 5:30, I was outside the office cleaning my paint rollers. There's always a big bunch of wild turkeys on the property, and I stop to admire them, every time. They are usually so wild and wary, that you don't get to see them like this. Of course, the camera was at home, so a couple of Toms put on a show. Two big boys, and then a third, completely fanned out and started struttin their stuff in front of the girls. Remind you of anyone you know? lol.
They just happened to do it in a sun drenched area under the big Live Oaks, and the colors were some kind of fine. I took the camera today, and well....you know. Maybe next time.

That's it for now. By the way. If you look in the upper right hand corner of this post on FrioMan's Blog, you will see a link or whatever to follow my blog, be the first, yadee, okay.
I'm still waitin.... somebody, anybody....thank you!

Seeya soon!!!! FrioMan...www.frioman.com

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Lotsa trash, no rain

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 13:13:00 +0000

Well, yesterday afternoon, I went to begin cleaning our adopted stretch of highway. It's on TX127, beginning just a short distance east of the Frio, continuing 2 miles towards Sabinal. I was overly optimistic when leaving the truck with ten bags stuffed in my back pockets. About 3 hours later, I tied the top of the 2nd full bag. It's not that there isn't much trash, because there's plenty. And it's not that I was loafing...really! It's because the trash left behind by the thoughtless, the uncaring, & the ________(you can fill this in), is sooo plentiful, scattered, and small.

Tony & Alex from TXDot doing a fine job of installing the Adopt-A-Highways signs

There were beer & soda water cans, BEER BOTTLES, plastic bottles, ice bags, deer corn bags, lotto tickets, inner tubes, magnetic signs, boards, Buc-ee's cups, Wal-Mart bags, HEB bags, straws, miscellaneous bags, hubcaps, tire strips, deer bones, antique trash, and one live armadillo!

The worst were the plastic bags and the Styrofoam cups. The sun rots them fast, so they become brittle and multiply. The best was the magnum armadillo that scared the bejeepers out of me.
Armed only with a short stick with a rusty nail attached to the end of it, I was in thick brush along the fence line pulling out debris. Traffic was light, the birds were singing...a real serene setting. All of a sudden, this big boy explodes out of the chaparral. It was over quickly. I jumped back 10 feet in a leap(maybe 3), and he took off the other way. I laughed at myself, dusted my britches, and continued.

The next interruption was okay, a friend stopped beside the hwy to visit. Then a friend of his, and then another friend of ours. Beings there were four pickups parked willy nilly on the side of the road, one traveler slowed down, thinking there had been an accident.
After a short while, I had to get back to the chore at hand. 2 miles of hwy X 2 sides = 4 miles, and I had only covered about 300 yards. Before I left good company, I offered Michael, Travis, & Jason vests & an invitation to join me, but they politely declined. (Just kiddin guys).

Bout 6pm, I called it a day. I went back and got the truck, loaded the junk, and deposited it beside the AAH sign for the TXDot guys to pick up. That reminds me, I better call them.

Everybody, please remember: DON'T MESS WITH TEXAS!
Keep our highways clean, wherever you travel or live.

Be back soon. FrioMan
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Flyin High

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 13:15:00 +0000

The other day, last Friday morning to be exact, Hondo and I went to visit our good friend Bruce, on a ranch near Concan. It was a beautiful, still morning, and he invited me to go for a ride in his power parachute.

Wellllll, as I like my feet planted firmly on the ground, I politely declined and decided to enjoy the show while shooting pictures of his flight. He was in the air before we knew it!

Gaining altitude quickly, turning, dipping, ohhhh, what a great decision I made!!

He buzzed us a few times before headin out over the mountains.

Talk about nosebleed, he told Hondo later that he reached an altitude of 6000 feet!
He was gone for awhile, flying over and around the Frio River & Concan.

A little later, and we can hear him coming in the distance. Just like that, he's back...

and landing safely on the ground. Darn, I knew I should have gone. Maybe next time!

Just another day in Paradise, enjoying good friends, nature, and a free air show.
Pray for rain.
Yall take care.
FrioMan
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Good News

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 23:11:00 +0000

Don't do it Don, you'll be sor-ry!
Our "kids" Don & Jessi at Bunk Falls this past September, visiting us from Missouri.

As most of you Frio River regulars are aware, all of us accommodation owners(in Uvalde County) have been having to charge our guests a 12% hotel occupancy tax. Well, now you can cut that in half. The 6% that goes to the state is still gonna happen, but the 6% that funded the Texas Hill Country River Region(THCRR), is history!!

LD weekend, 2008 @ 2nd crossing

Reduced taxes is always Good News, but I'm sure yall thought I was going to say it rained here. Well.....not really. A little drizzle here, a few sprinkles there, not much more. If it would have rained a bunch, and brought the Frio up, that would have been titled GREAT, FANTASTIC, OH WOW, or something similar. When it happens, and it will, you'll know about it immediately, right here! Right now it's dreary, in the upper 30's, and ice/sleet expected overnight........

And now, it's the next morning, clear skies, and 29 degrees. Although we haven't had any measurable rain in, like forever, the River has been holding its own. No heat for evaporation, less water usage for fields & crops, and the Cypress trees are dormant. Those big beautiful trees that line our favorite river draw a ton of water to survive. We were in the same situation in early 2007, following a super dry 2006. Remember what happened that spring and summer?
It rained and rained til visitors were hollerin stop! The Frio was runnin hard and fast all that year. So, sooner or later, it will start raining again, and all will be right.

LD '08 weekend-2nd crossing

Since it's only been since last August 27th since I last posted, there's a lot I need to catch yall up on. But not all at once. We have several great new vacation homes, some online, some coming soon.

Nice landing at Bunk Falls-Sept. '08

And the big news for us, is that we will be opening our new office sometime this spring! That's right, we will be located on TX 127 about a 1/2 mile before you cross the Frio River at Buchanan's & Neal's. Keep an eye out for updates on our map at www.FrioMan.com, Directions.

The Frio at Mager's Crossing, lookin at Old Baldy

This off-season, we've added Butterflies R' Frio, Heaven's View, Kickin Back, The Cowboy House, and The Iron Horse Cabins. I'll give some details on each of these new rentals and more, soon.

Mager's Crossing looking downriver

We also decided to take Sundancer out of the rental pool, and move into it permanently. We want to thank all of the folks who have stayed there through the years, and to let you know, that we have many more great homes to choose from, so come back and see us!

This boy was across the street this past November, chasing one of his many girlfriends. From the looks of him, she's winning the race.

I'll be back soon to do this again, and promise not to take near this long again.
Yall take care, and thanks for visiting. We really appreciate it.
FrioMan

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Big weekend coming up

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 10:43:00 +0000

Good Morning!

Over the last couple weeks, we've received about 5" of rain.

It hasn't done much for the Frio, but the deer appreciate it.

There will be lots of folks here for the holiday, so be careful & courteous.

The level at the 3rd x-ing should rise rapidly as visitors jump in this weekend.

One day it's up, the next it's down. Upriver irrigation......?

If you have any problems with rowdies, don't hesitate to notify law enforcement.

The Frio River is a FAMILY oriented vacation spot.

Everything has greened up with the recent rains, and has our area lookin great!

That's it for now. The Frio River awaits you! It's clean, clear, safe fun, so enjoy your visit.

FrioMan

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It's a start

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:29:00 +0000

Hey Guys, Michele, & FrioFamily

We finally got some much needed rainfall yesterday here in Concan, about 2 1/4 ". I visited our guests at Vista del Rio in the morning, the Frio was up a little, and the water was cloudy. I went back out in the evening, and Hondo & I walked down to Bunk Falls. The little falls were running again, and the level is up some. A welcome change from a couple days ago, now let's hope we get some more.

Bunk Falls is lookin much better

Little falls wasn't running before the rains.

Still low, but runnin quicker at Bee's crossing.

Same here. Less gravel showing.

We have two great vacation homes that are now available for Labor Day weekend. Better call soon, they won't last long!

Hangin On-http://www.frioman.com/hangin-on.htm

West of the Frio-http://www.frioman.com/west-of-the-frio.htm

Hopefully I'll be back real soon with more good news about the rainfall & the Frio.

FrioMan

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It's raining, keep your fingers crossed!

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 11:49:00 +0000

Hey Guys

Right now, at 9:11 a.m., August 12, it's raining steady, with lightning and thunder. It just started about ten minutes ago, and I doubt it will last long. But any rain is welcome, as we are bone dry.

Raining harder now. All of these photos were taken within the last 5 or 6 days.

Hondo (Concan Pies) & I were goofin off below Bunk Falls the other evening.

Takin a break under the Falls.

Looks like confusion on whether to ride over, or walk around. They did both. Ouch! Bad lightning bolt.

These babies are hangin out by Crooked Tree, one of our fantastic vacation homes.

Ditto this youngun.

These are some of our boys at the office/Sundancer.

Buckethead!

"Dog days of summer huh, ...whatever." Millie stayin cool under the oaks.

This was on RR 337 lookin downriver beside Frio Pecan Farms.

9:38 and still rainin.

Don't forget, if you emailed me and never received an answer, it's because we lost ALL of our e-mails during a recent computer crash. Please resend them(if it's not too late), and I'll get to them ASAP.

Our books open for 2009 on October 1 for our wonderful vacation homes, so keep an eye on our website and FrioMan Blog for our newest additions. We've had a wonderful summer so far, with all of our homes staying booked...despite the lower than normal River conditions.

Come on out. It's still the best vacation spot in Texas! If ya see me, HOLLER!

FrioMan

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Concan, Texas

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Dolly a Dud in Concan

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 12:28:00 +0000

It was hit and miss for rain from Dolly here in Concan, so the Frio River pretty much remains as it was. But vacationers are still coming in large numbers, with no cancellations. If you're comin up soon, just plan to find a nice place to swim, soak, and relax. Some hardy veterans of Frio River tubing are still making the local runs, but there is quite a bit of walking. Lot of sunshine in the forecast for the next week, but the weatherman has been known to be wrong....right!?

Recently, I had received several emails(not Blog comments)from folks with lots of questions about the area. Unfortunately, our computer crashed a week ago Friday, and we lost ALL of our emails, past and present. So if you're reading this(especially the guy who wrote the world champion longest e-mail to FrioMan ever), please resend your questions and I will do my best to answer all.

That's it for now, just lazin along like the Frio, slow & cool.
Take care, FrioMan

Midsummer on the Frio River

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 23:14:00 +0000

Still dry, gettin hotter, and needin rain. The almost 1" that fell over four days last week has disappeared, but the vegetation looks better from it. According to our guests who are taking tube trips, 7 Bluffs down to the 2nd crossing is still about the best. However, we ran across some folks at Bunk Falls yesterday who had put in at 7 Bluffs, and were going all the way to the 1st crossing. It had taken them about 4 1/2 hours, which was an improvement from before the rains. We have a slight chance of rain in the forecast, so keep your fingers crossed! All of the pictures here are from yesterday afternoon, 7/15.

Bunk Falls

Hangin out at the 3rd crossing,

& lookin upstream.

These three photos were shot just below Bunk Falls, with the next get out for these folks at the 1st crossing. Please remember, all of the property that borders the Frio River is private, so if you trespass, it better be an emergency .

Everybody's havin fun, so you better make plans soon to come on out. We still have a few scattered openings during the week, so check our calendars and give us a call.

See yall at the Frio!

FrioMan

Babies, Rain, & Big Rigs

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 13:01:00 +0000

Well, the rains came and went, but didn't give rise to the Frio. We may have gotten as much as one inch total, just enough to give the vegetation a good drink. Some friends said they were sittin in the River one day, and the water came up about six inches or so. I'm still getting the same reports from Concan visitors. Some are tubing and enjoying despite the walking and slow flow, others are content to hang out at one of the crossings or go to Garner.

Lots of new life springing up in the area, so please drive slowly and give em a chance to grow.

Taken from Bethel early this week. Seems like most of the rain hit everywhere but here.

Early one morning before the folks hit the water at the 2nd crossing.

Two weeks back, this big rig tried switchin gears goin up the hill by Neal's...he didn't make it.

The crossing was blocked for 4 1/2 hours before equipment could be brought in to clear the bridge. Folks were having to go around through Knippa and Uvalde.

That's all for now. Rain is out of the forecast for now, but ya can't always believe what you hear.

Come on out, it's still the best place to be!

FrioMan

No changes.....yet

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 22:38:00 +0000

No rain yet, the Frio is slow and lazy, but our guests and other folks we visited with say they're still havin a great time. I shot these pics yesterday at Comanche Crossing, the 2nd x-ing, and from the deck at Vista del Rio.

Visitors are still tubing, but there's quite a bit of walking, so be prepared for 4-5 hour trips.

The best reports are still coming from upriver, going from FM 1120 to Happy Hollow. Lots of folks are hangin out at the many crossings, and at Garner State Park.

The Frio River is still the best vacation spot in Texas, regardless of how high or low it is, so come on out and enjoy your vacation!

See Ya Soon. FrioMan

Everybody's Havin Fun

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 13:37:00 +0000

Hey Yall
I appreciate all the comments and e-mails, and figured I better give yall an update.
Low & slow. However, all of our guests and other folks we talk to, are having a great time hangin out at the many swimmin holes up and down the River. In Concan, the 1st and 3rd crossings are probably the best places right now. Quite a few of our guests have been spending time at Garner, where there is always deep water, plus the dance every night at the pavilion. I talked to the folks at Happy Hollow yesterday, and they said that tubing from 1120 to their store has been good, with not much walking(about two hours). They rent tubes, and provide shuttle to the crossings. They are located 1/2 mile north of Garner on US83. http://www.onthefrio.com/

Tubing here in Concan depends on the individual. Old hands are use to the highs and lows of the Frio River, and take it as it comes. Other folks get in their tubes, and don't want to get out til it's time to get back to camp. The average times now on the local trips are about 4 hours each leg, with walking. Some are saying that 3rd to 2nd is best, and others that 2nd xing to Neal's/Buchanan's is okay. Either way you go, remember to take plenty of H2O & sunscreen.
All in all, everybody we talk to have been very pleased with their vacation to the Best Little River Anywhere. They are tubing, swimming, going to the Frio Bat Cave, Garner dance, relaxing in the River and at their vacation home, and lots of other stuff.

See yall soon! FrioMan

Memorial Day '08

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Thu, 29 May 2008 12:03:00 +0000

Hi Guys
According to those that did get to the River(yours truly did not), there wasn't much room for the water. One of our guests said that they expected to take 5 hours going from 7 Bluffs to Neal's, but it took them 8 hours. I told them I couldn't believe that the Frio had slowed down that much in just a couple days, and they said the River was okay. It's just that there were so many tubers, floaters, & kayakers, they were moving verrry sloow. But come Monday, most folks were headed home, leaving the Frio to the lucky stragglers. With school still in session for most this week, we still have a few opening for this weekend, so come on out!

Looking up river from the bank at Vista del Rio

2nd x-ing

Comanche Crossing looking downriver

Comanche Crossing upriver

Unfortunately, there was a fatality this past weekend. A man visiting the Canyon was killed on his motorcycle in a collision with a car on TX 127, just down the road from the 1st crossing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Hopefully, there will be nothing else but great times on the Frio from here on out.

Be safe, have fun, and we'll see ya soon!

FrioMan

Seven Bluffs parking

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Sun, 18 May 2008 12:27:00 +0000

Remember how far away you had to park last year from the 3rd crossing? Well, some local entrepreneurs have done some work to make it more convenient. There is now a nice $10 parking area right at the Seven Bluffs crossing.

As you can see, it's already getting used quite a bit.

3rd xing Saturday afternoon

3rd xing same time

2nd xing

There were lots of visitors to the Frio River this weekend, but a guy like this, needs to stay home, or get an education in Texas River etiquette! For those of you who do not understand this harsh statement, note the GLASS bottle in his hand. Glass containers are not allowed in, on, or near our beautiful Rivers. All yall veterans out there, please spread the word and let folks know that what they are doing is dangerous. I preached some about this last summer, but maybe I need to put a reminder in every post. If you've ever seen someone coming out of the Frio with their foot, arm, or other body part cut by glass left by some uncaring person, then you'll see where I'm comin from. I don't want to see any confrontations started, but if you see someone with glass containers on the Frio, let them know what the consequences could be. That same beer bottle, if broken and in the gravel forever, may harm someone he cares for sometime in the future.

That's it for now. And PLEASE, take care of the Frio River and the property you are staying at while you are here. Respect your fellow vacationers and us local folks who are happy to have you.

Seeya soon! FrioMan

Get Ready for the Frio

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Wed, 14 May 2008 13:46:00 +0000

Hey guys
While yall are out there getting ready for your 2008 Frio River vacation, we're busy here in Concan getting ready for you! That's the truth, and the only excuse I have for not posting in so long. I took these last Thursday, near and on Bunk Falls, and the tubers at the 2nd crossing.

These guys are right next to Concan Pies, waiting for them to open May 24 & 25, then reopening May 31 for the summer. Talk about early birds..........

Beautiful Bunk Falls

We got about 2" of rain early this morn, and it was rockin & rollin with lightning, thunder, and wind. I'll be back soon with more pics....Promise!
Take care, and get your Frio River game on, it's about that time!
FrioMan

Sabinal, Texas Wild Hog Festival: Part II

noreply@blogger.com (FrioMan) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 21:57:00 +0000

After all these photos in the last two posts, you can see what the Hog Festival is all about...at least the fun part. Folks young and kinda old, guys and gals, from near and far, they all put on a great show!

Take care, FrioMan
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