Alpine, TX: Heart of the Big Bend
WINNER of the Best Travel Destination Podcast in Texas (WHAT!?!) by the Texas Travel Awards in 2022, this little podcast from little old Alpine offers discussion and news on travel to Alpine and the Big Bend region of Texas. Nature, Art, Music, Friendly Communities and more!
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Big Bend Bluegrass Festival: Oct 2-3, 2026! (opens the original)
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Chris talks with Cyndi Perdue, founder of the Big Bend Bluegrass Association and the Big Bend Bluegrass Festival, about this year's lineup of artists and activities. The Big Bend Bluegrass Festival will be held at the Alpine Civic Center October 2 & 3. The lineup includes: Special Consensus The Edgar Loudermilk Band Catahoula Drive Finley River Boys Righteous Intonation Everett Davis Evie Dorsey
What's Next for the Holland Hotel?? (opens the original)
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Chris talks with Brian Carrico of Alexa Management and Byways Hospitality about renovations underway at the Holland Hotel , Maverick Inn (to be re-opened next year as the Siesta) and Hotel Limpia in Fort Davis. We are all looking forward to the vision of a restored and renewed Holland Hotel blossoming at the heart of downtown Alpine! We're looking at YOU, 2027!
Season 1 of "Expedition: Tales of the Big Bend" (opens the original)
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Chris talks with Wild Yeti Films co-owners Grant Kauffman and Renee Layson and West Texas Producer Randall Kinzie about Season 1 of their online TV series, "Expedition: Tales of the Big Bend," which recently received three Telly Awards. View all nine episodes at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvj5JlrQjYvQFoXa2O7cnxw
40th Trappings of Texas coming September 17-19 (opens the original)
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Chris talks to Museum of the Big Bend Directory Emily Wilkinson about the 40th annual Trappings of Texas. Trappings is the longest-running show and sale of contemporary western art and fine custom cowboy gear. The Opening Weekend is September 17-19, and the exhibit continues through October 31. Full event details at https://www.museumofthebigbend.com/trappings-of-texas/
It's RODEO Season in Alpine! (opens the original)
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The Big Bend Ranch Rodeo is coming up August 7-8, followed by the Sul Ross State University Rodeo September 24-26! Chris talks with Mattie Sargent of the Ranch Rodeo and Sul Ross Rodeo Coach CJ Aragon about the two events. It's always an entertaining and educational conversation with these two! At least, Chris learns something every time...
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