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Now that you have arrived, Experience what Lajitas Resort and the Big Bend Area have to offer! The Destination is Worth the Journey. The Destination is Worth the Journey. Far Flung Outdoor Center 432-371-2633 www.bigbendfarflung.com Looking for a guided River Trip down the Rio Grande, a Jeep Tour or ATV Tours through the Big Bend Parks? Far Flung can assist you with all of the arrangements. Desert Sports 432-371-2727 www.desertsportstx.com Specialty trips (Mountain Biking, Hiking, and Combo Tours) offer some of the most unique itineraries in both Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park. The Rio Grande offers canoeing and rafting trips that explore some of the most amazing canyons in this part of the United States. Shuttle Service Available. Angell Expeditions 432-229-3713 www.angellexpeditions.com Experience the Big Bend region of Texas along the Rio Grande and International border. Mountain bike, hike, camp, river raft the Rio Grande and take Jeep™ tours down forgotten trails in the Chihuahan desert, around the Chinati Mountains, Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park. For those who prefer to view and experience the off-road areas of the Big Bend from the comfort of a vehicle, 1/2 day and full day jeep™ tours are available. Terlingua Ghost Town Tours 432-371-2226/432-386-0568 Allow a long time resident historian and experienced guide of the Big Bend take you on a historical tour of a rather unusual Ghost Town. This walking tour offers you the opportunity to learn all about a place where plumbing is optional, the sky serves as the water district and electricity is something you provide for yourself. Explore a graveyard unlike any you’ve ever seen. Learn about Terlingua founders and the Chisos Mining Company while enjoying a cold beverage on Terlingua’s famous Porch. Mosasaur Ranch Museum Fossil Tour 432-424-3447 www.mosasaurranchmuseum.com (Oct-March) Take an hour to see fossils from a time when this vast desert was completely covered by water, and sea creatures of all shapes and sizes dominated the environment. You will have the opportunity to see some very rare paleontological finds including the stomach contents of a mosasaur and the fossilized bones of a thirty foot duckbilled dinosaur found right here near the hotel! You will be given a tour of the museum and then take a short 1/2 mile hike to see a real dig site where marine fossils are being meticulously taken out of the ground. Join us and learn about being a paleontologist for a day. Rio Aviation Scenic Flights 432-557-9477 www.rioaviation.com There are many ways to experience this country and Rio Aviation is pleased to offer you the opportunity to see it from this unique perspective. Let us be your guide to the spectacular views of this scenic mountainland. Our Pilot’s knowledge of the area and emphasis on safety assure an enjoyable memorable adventure. Big Bend National Park www.Big.Bend.National_Park.com Big Bend National Park encompasses more than 800,000 acres in southwest Texas. For more than 1,000 miles, the Rio Grande forms the international boundary between Mexico and the United States; Big Bend National Park administers approximately one-quarter of that boundary. Within the 118 twisting miles that also define the park’s southern boundary, the river’s southeasterly flow changes abruptly to the northeast and forms the “big bend” of the Rio Grande. Big Bend National Park has national significance as the largest protected area of Chihuahuan Desert topography and ecology in the United States, it needs to be on your “Bucket List!” Big Bend Birding Tours 432-371-2348 www.bigbendbirding.net Big Bend's location, along a migration route, is ideal for bird diversity throughout the year. Northern species migrate here for the warm winter climate, while birds from the tropics range this far north to breed in the spring. One of Big Bend's highlights, the Colima Warbler, is found exclusively in the United States in the Chisos Mountains of Big Bend National Park. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Call Lajitas Resort Activities & Reservations Manager 432-424-5170 [email protected] During your stay we will gladly do anything we can to make your stay more enjoyable - just ask. 100 Main Street • Lajitas, TX 79852 • www.LajitasGolfResort.com OFF PROPERTY /BIG BEND AREA Activities provided by our Partners in the Big Bend Area

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Now that you have arrived,Experience what Lajitas Resort

and the Big Bend Area have to offer!

The Destination is Worth the Journey.The Destination is Worth the Journey.

Far Flung Outdoor Center 432-371-2633 www.bigbendfarflung.comLooking for a guided River Trip down the Rio Grande, a JeepTour or ATV Tours through the Big Bend Parks? Far Flung canassist you with all of the arrangements.

Desert Sports 432-371-2727 www.desertsportstx.comSpecialty trips (Mountain Biking, Hiking, and Combo Tours)offer some of the most unique itineraries in both Big BendNational Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park. The RioGrande offers canoeing and rafting trips that explore some ofthe most amazing canyons in this part of the United States.Shuttle Service Available.

Angell Expeditions432-229-3713 www.angellexpeditions.comExperience the Big Bend region of Texas along the Rio Grandeand International border. Mountain bike, hike, camp, riverraft the Rio Grande and take Jeep™ tours down forgottentrails in the Chihuahan desert, around the Chinati Mountains,Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park. Forthose who prefer to view and experience the off-road areas ofthe Big Bend from the comfort of a vehicle, 1/2 day and fullday jeep™ tours are available.

Terlingua Ghost Town Tours 432-371-2226/432-386-0568Allow a long time resident historian and experienced guide ofthe Big Bend take you on a historical tour of a rather unusualGhost Town. This walking tour offers you the opportunity tolearn all about a place where plumbing is optional, the skyserves as the water district and electricity is something youprovide for yourself. Explore a graveyard unlike any you’veever seen. Learn about Terlingua founders and the ChisosMining Company while enjoying a cold beverage onTerlingua’s famous Porch.

Mosasaur Ranch Museum Fossil Tour432-424-3447 www.mosasaurranchmuseum.com(Oct-March) Take an hour to see fossils from a time when this vast desertwas completely covered by water, and sea creatures of allshapes and sizes dominated the environment. You willhave the opportunity to see some very rare paleontologicalfinds including the stomach contents of a mosasaur and thefossilized bones of a thirty foot duckbilled dinosaur foundright here near the hotel! You will be given a tour of themuseum and then take a short 1⁄2 mile hike to see a real digsite where marine fossils are being meticulously taken outof the ground. Join us and learn about being apaleontologist for a day.

Rio Aviation Scenic Flights 432-557-9477 www.rioaviation.comThere are many ways to experience this country and RioAviation is pleased to offer you the opportunity to see it fromthis unique perspective. Let us be your guide to thespectacular views of this scenic mountainland. Our Pilot’sknowledge of the area and emphasis on safety assure anenjoyable memorable adventure.

Big Bend National Parkwww.Big.Bend.National_Park.comBig Bend National Park encompasses more than 800,000 acresin southwest Texas. For more than 1,000 miles, the Rio Grandeforms the international boundary between Mexico and theUnited States; Big Bend National Park administersapproximately one-quarter of that boundary. Within the 118twisting miles that also define the park’s southern boundary,the river’s southeasterly flow changes abruptly to the northeastand forms the “big bend” of the Rio Grande. Big Bend NationalPark has national significance as the largest protected area ofChihuahuan Desert topography and ecology in the UnitedStates, it needs to be on your “Bucket List!”

Big Bend Birding Tours 432-371-2348 www.bigbendbirding.netBig Bend's location, along a migration route, is ideal for birddiversity throughout the year. Northern species migrate here forthe warm winter climate, while birds from the tropics range thisfar north to breed in the spring. One of Big Bend's highlights,the Colima Warbler, is found exclusively in the United States inthe Chisos Mountains of Big Bend National Park.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Call Lajitas Resort Activities& Reservations Manager

[email protected] During your stay we will gladly do anything we can

to make your stay more enjoyable - just ask.

100 Main Street • Lajitas, TX 79852 • www.LajitasGolfResort.com

OFF PROPERTY /BIG BEND AREAActivities provided by our Partners in the Big Bend Area

BLACK JACKS CROSSINGDirect number: 432-424-5080 RATED #1 New Resort Golf Course in Texas-Texas Outside MagazineBlack Jack's Crossing has already been describedas "a Bucket List Golf Course", "Bandon Dunesof the Southwest", and "Best Golf Resort inTexas." Designed By Ryder Cup Captain andHall of Fame Inductee Lanny Wadkins, BlackJack’s Crossing Golf Course is a unique mix ofmountain, canyon, and desert golf holes. Theincredible scenic views of the Big Bend and RioGrande on this unique Texas golf course tend toraise even the top professionals scores. From theback tees, the "Texas Sized" golf course measuresover 7400 yards long and is a serious challengefor the best of players. There are 3 other teeboxes – with the shortest just over 5000 yards –so everyone can find a comfortable distance offthe tee and enjoy Black Jack’s Crossing.

AGAVE SPADirect Number 432-424-5146Agave Spa is a beautiful oasis in the “highdesert.” A variety of spa treatments such asmassages, facials and body treatments areavailable and designed to nurture and relaxguests using herbal ingredients such as Agave,Rio Grande mud and stones native to Big BendRegion. We invite you to our desert oasis,the Agave Spa, where youcan choose from a variety ofservices to meet yourindividual needs. Relax and Rejuvenate!

SHOOTING ACTIVITIESGun Handling & 5 Stand Sport Clay LessonsLearn the basics of gun handling from ourcowboy pros. You will be on your way toshooting like a Wild West gunslinger at the endof this lesson. $125 per person

Five Stand Sporting Clay ShootOne of the finest five stands in the West. Thisshotgun shooting game using sporting clays,allows shooters of all abilities some of the mostexciting target combinations available. Ourcourse utilizes eight automatic traps to simulategame birds such as dove, quail and pheasant.There is even a “rabbit” bolting across the groundchallenging you to a take a shot. One roundconsists of 25 shots, with groups of shots beingtaken from each shooting stand. $90 per shooter

Cowboy Action ShootSo you want to shoot like a real cowboy? Learnfrom the experts. Our cowboy shooters knowtheir way around any kind of weapon of the OldWest and will show you how it’s done. Ourtown of Stargazer Springs is full of nostalgia andawaiting targets. You will walk through townshooting a single-action pistol, a side-by-sideshot-gun, and a lever-action rifle. Then, have acompetition with your posse on who is thefastest! $125 per shooter

Combo Cowboy Action Shoot and Five-StandSporting ClayThe best of both! Here’s your chanceto utilize all yourshooting skills.$195 per person

EQUESTRIAN EVENTSTrail Rides Based on decades of experience and knowledge ofthe relationship between horse and rider, our guideswill custom design the perfect ride for your party nomatter the size or experience.

Trail Rides by the Hour:These rides cross Comanche Creek and travel alonghistoric trails providing breathtaking views of Mesade Anguila, Lajitas Mesa and Mexico. $50 per person $90 for a 2 hr ride per person

Full & Half Day Trail Rides (full day available Nov-March)These rides are tailored for the guest, exploringseveral scenic areas of Lajitas, guaranteeing a trueadventure. Half day and all day rides available withlunch included. $110 per person half day$125 half day with lunch included $250 per person all day ride lunch includedHorseback Riding LessonsWhether you’re a beginner or want to learn tobecome a professional horse rider, our team has theright lesson for you. Come by and give us an idea ofyour goals, and we can make them happen. $90 per hour and a half Sunrise and Sunset Trail RidesRide for two hours off into the sunrise or sunsetwhile enjoying spectacular views. Champagne andWine & Cheese Trips available. $90 per person $125 per person sunrise Breakfast with Champagne$115 per person sunset Wine and Cheese

Buena Suerte Overnight This ride is 3 1/2 hours to the historic Fresno Mineand the ghost town of Buena Suerte. There, ourcowboy cooks prepare a world-class campfiredinner. After a restful sleep (bedding provided),you will wake up to a savory, hot breakfast. The tripwraps up with a scenic ride back to the resort. $400 per person $335 per person with vehicle transportMinimum 4 guests

Stargazer Mesa Rides with Cowboy Cookin’(Available Sept-April)Ride out to our little piece of heaven known asStargazer Mesa. Tucked away in the distant hills ofLajitas’ back country, we have found the perfectlocation to get away from it all. Join us after yourtrail ride to the mesa for a real cowboy meal,prepared over open flame, as it would be in the OldWest, using Dutch ovens and hot coals.Minimums apply for "Cowboy Cooking" $175 per person horseback ride with dinner$115 per person dinner without horse Note: Riders must be 7 years of age or older, under 18 must be accompanied by a parent. All riders under 18 must wear a helmet.

Jeep Rental Feeling adventurous?Rent one of our jeepsand explore the area on your own. $99 dayDirect line: 432-424-5170

PRICES ARE PLUS APPLICABLE TAXES