As travel continues to make a comeback, National Geographic unveiled its annual list of the 25 inspiring destinations for the renewed travel prospects.
On the northeastern range of the Chihuahuan Desert along the U.S.Mexico border, the 800,000-acre Big Bend National Park boasts a diversity of ecosystems and hosts a variety of plant and animal species.
The Boquillas Port of Entry within Big Bend National Park, providing access to the town of Boquillas, Coahuila, Mexico, as well as the Mexican Protected Areas of Maderas del Carmen and Ocampo, will change to the winter schedule beginning Wednesday, November 2.
NOV. 10 Alzheimer’s Webinar, will be available in Alpine from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. to help people with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or memory impairment. There is no fee but donations will be accepted. For more information call or text 432-386-2833.
WEEK Alpine Humane Society Pet of the Week is Alonzo. Alonzo is a sensitive and intelligent dog. He was a bit shy on his first days in the Shelter but is coming out of his shell. So far, he has a couple of female companions with which he feels comfortable.
The Big Bend’s vast landscape has served as an inspirational backdrop for filmmakers and actors, including many who have honed their creativity in the high desert.