Alpine, TX: Heart of the Big Bend Chris Ruggia
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- Society & Culture
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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Swashbuckling Hi-jinks at the Theatre of the Big Bend
Chris talks with Bret Scott, director of this summer's outdoor production for the Theatre of the Big Bend: "Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood". Chris and Bret also talk about directing plays, stage combat, and where puppets come from.
The high-action comedy will be performed Thurs-Sun at 8pm through the month pf July. Tickets are available at: https://bit.ly/sulross-theatre/ -
Historic Murphy Street Highlights
Chris explores some of the businesses that visitors can find on Alpine's historic Murphy Street, talking with Greg and Molly Egan of Murphy Street Provisions, based in the landmark Valadez Grocery building; and with Ginger Hillery, proprietor of Petit Bijou, the teeniest, tiniest wine bar in Texas!
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How Accessible is Alpine and the Big Bend?
Chris talks with Kerry Laird – professional writer, sometimes musician, and active wheelchair user – about navigating Alpine and the Big Bend region on wheels, both in town and on the trails of our state and national parks.
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Road and Mountain Biking in Alpine and the Big Bend
Chris talks with three experts on all things cycling in Alpine and the Big Bend! What's the easiest way to get started? Reagan Stone can help! What's the best mountain bike trail in the region? Kevin Urbanczyk will tell you! And if you want to find a fun and welcoming group to join for a road biking adventure through the Big Bend landscape, Jim Hector has the skinny!
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Guitar in the Big Bend: a new classical guitar concert series
Chris talks with guitarist and instructor Nicolas Hurt about a series of classical guitar events happening April 12-14 in Alpine and Marfa: "Guitar in the Big Bend". Nick has big plans for this new annual event, and the first installment features performances, a masterclass and workshop with Romanian guitar virtuoso Dragos Ilie – along with Jeremy Waldrip and Nick himself.
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Spirits of the West Festival 2024
April 19-20 is the 2024 Spirits of the West Wine & Beef Festival (https://www.spiritsfestwtx.com/), so Chris is talking with Director Lance Johnson and Event Coordinator Krista Kirkland, as well as James Smith of the Chateau Wright Winery in Fort Davis!
Spirits of the West brings to Alpine two days of superlative food, drink, and live music!