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A.B.'s Wayside Inn - on 4th St., at the base of Sleeping Lion Mountain. $59-$119.  Country-style house with resident hosts.  Seven bedrooms, each w/private bath, have king/queen-sized beds.  Sun porch offers panoramic view.  Healthy country breakfast, served buffet.   Family atmosphere; groups welcome.  Credit cards/personal checks.  Occupancy: 26.  800-582-7510 or (432) 426-3535, Fax: (432) 426-3574. Email: waysidebandb@sbcglobal.net

Alamito Real Estate - “Specializing in Ranch and Rural Properties in the Highlands of West Texas” Cleat Stephens-Broker
Tel: (888) 729-4424 Email: cleat@alamito.net Web: www.Alamito.net

Sterling Allen

Along the Trail Antiques, Gifts & Garden - 1504 N State St. ( Mailing address 
P. O. Box 1267, Fort Davis, TX 79734). Retail antiques, gifts and garden store. Open 9am - 5pm, (432) 426-2041

Andy Prude Well Service - Water pump installation and repair; welding; metal buildings and tractor ditching. Andy handles solar pumps and alternative energy sources.
Email:
aandeprude@hughes.net  Tel: (432) 426-3030.

Area-Wide Phone Book - P.O. Box 980, Abilene, TX 79604.(325)676-4032. 

The Bear Den - Full service restaurant specializing in Mexican cuisine, steaks. A wonderful patio is available for dining. 205 N El Paso St, Balmorhea. (432) 375-2273

Barrick Watts

Bates Power and Lighting - Electrical and Solar, Residential and Commercial, New or Existing Construction, Security & Video Surveillance Systems, Custom Home Theatre Installations, Custom Computer & Wireless Installations. Monday through Sunday 8-5pm and after hour services. 432-426-3329 denziel_56@yahoo.com

Blue Agave Bungalow - The Blue Agave Bungalow is a totally renovated 1940’s home with hardwood floors. Two bedrooms/ queen beds.  Large kitchen w/full size appliances and dishwasher.  Washer/dryer.  Very private with walled patio area and gardens.  Second patio with grill.  Central air/heat.  Cable TV, high speed internet, two blocks from shops/restaurants.  Pets/children welcome.  For pictures and pricing go to website www.wildflowercottages.net.  Reservations: (432)249-1234

Blue Sky Productions - PO Box 80548 Midland, Texas 79708-0548. Publishers of Big Bend Real Estate Guide, and suppliers of other marketing materials such as business cards, brochures & booklets. Phone 800-830-9380 e-mail info@blueskyofalpine.com  website www.blueskyofalpine.com.

Boys & Girls Club of Fort Davis – Offering after school and Summer youth programs. At the Jeff Davis County Library, PO Box 1054, 100 Memorial Square, Fort Davis, Texas 79734, 432-426-3802. Email: director_bgcfd@yahoo.com

Butterfield Inn Cottages - In the heart of beautiful Fort Davis, our charming country cottages offer cathedral ceilings, wood burning fireplaces, central heat and air, queen beds, rocker recliners, cable T.V. and full private baths with Jacuzzi jets in the tub. We are within walking distance of shops and restaurants. For reservations or to order our Cream & Butter Fudge call (432) 426-3252, or e-mail: butterfieldinn@sbcglobal.net

Caliche Flats Homes- Home Building & Renovations. PO Box 270607, Flower Mound, TX 75027-0607 (214) 762-5814 Fax: (214) 513-2318 bdtoone@calicheflats.com  www.calicheflats.com

Cantu Quality Builders Cedar cabins, cedar homes, metal structures and storage sheds. Shells or turnkey. We take pride in our work, come highly recommended and will provide references and photos. 210-288-9409

Car Rentals Texas
Discount coupons on rental cars for Texas and across the country.
Tel: (407) 396-4152

Casa Mano Prieto.Casa Mano Prieto is nestled near the Puertocitas and Mano Prieto Mountains seven miles south of Fort Davis. The 1350 square foot guesthouse has a large living/dining area with high ceiling, two bedrooms, one full bath with shower/tub, complete full-size kitchen, and breakfast nook. One bedroom has a queen-size bed; the other has two twin beds. In the living room, there is a queen-size futon. Six is the maximum number of guests. Outside is a gazebo for morning coffee or evening cocktails.  For nature lovers, there is a 3.5 mile walk around the area. Sunrises and sunsets are spectacular in this area. For stargazers, the dark, starry skies are perfect for viewing.  See our website – www.casamanoprieto.com, call 432-249-1820 or email tex@casamanoprieto.com.

CF Ranch - P.O. Box 689 , Alpine, TX 79831 (432) 364-2251 offers an abundance of information about the ranch on their website www.cfranch.com  History about the ranch, the varied ranch locations, hunting and lodging (with an excellent video of "bucks in velvet), and information concerning movie set locations. e-mail paco@jmkint.com

Charles Wright Livestock Company - Charles Wright Ranch 30 sections in Sterling & Glasscock Counties. Buy and sell cattle all over Texas. 325-650-0212
Email: cwlivestock@gmail.com

Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center and Botanical Gardens 
The Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center and Botanical Gardens is located four miles south of Fort Davis on Highway 118. Feature a Visitor’s Center, Gift shop, Hiking trails & arboretum. (432)364-2499. Monday -Saturday: 9-5.

Chinati Foundation - 1 Cavalry Row, Marfa, Texas 79843. A contemporary art museum, founded in the 1980s by the late artist Donald Judd, exhibiting large-scale installations by a limited number of artists. Open to the public Wednesday through Sunday by guided tour only. Reservations are recommended. Admission is $10 per person, $5 for students and seniors and free for Chinati members. For more information call 432-729-4362, visit www.chinati.org or email: information@chinati.org

Chisos Mountains Lodge & Cabins - Nestled in the high Chisos Mountains, the lodge features a restaurant, convenience store and gift shop. Convenient to many hiking trails from easy to strenuous. The classic National Park experience. 432-477-2291

City Drug Store - 202 E. Ave E Alpine, Texas (432) 837-2252 Monday through Friday 8-6pm Sat until all requested prescriptions are filled.Retail Drug Store & Health Foods, Herbs. Offering free delivery to Fort Davis & Marfa. Giftware, Russell Stover Candies, OTC and prescription Medications

Crow's Nest Ranch - Cabins, RV Park and Campground.  Tent Camping, RV Camping with 22 RV hookups, 3 Cabins for 6 to 8 persons each, Group Camping.  Located west of Fort Davis on Scenic Loop 166.  Amenities include meeting rooms, restrooms, showers and laundry. Chuck-wagon available.  Please visit our web site for extensive details about our facility.  (432) 426-3300  e-mail:  crowsnest@crowsnestranch.com

Cueva De Leon - Full service restaurant specializing in Mexican food. Main Street, Fort Davis. Mon-Sat 11:30-3:00 and 5:00-9:00. (432) 426-3801

Davis Mountain Broom Shop - Handcrafted Brooms and Walking Sticks made as they were in the 1800’s.  Daily live demonstrations and broom history. Tues-Sat 9am until 4pm Located at 401 State Street. Tel:(432) 426-3297.

Davis Mountain Jeep Tours – Take a tour of the historic H.E. Sproul Ranch in a customized 4x4 touring jeep! Each regularly scheduled tour is 2 ½ hours and includes spectacular mountain scenery and a chance to view abundant native wildlife. Custom tours including fishing or a picnic can also be arranged. Reservations may be made at the Harvard Hotel, 109 State Street, 432-426-2500. www.harvardhotelandlodge.com

Davis Mountains Inn - Old World charm in a beautiful, very private six-acre setting. Views of the majestic Davis Mountains and fabulous night skies from the porches and deck. Bring your telescope. Read in the shade of numerous trees or just listen to the tranquil waterfalls and flowing water. Paved walking/biking paths to downtown Fort Davis and Jeff Davis County Park.
Tel: 432-426-3939. Email: davismtninn@yahoo.com or visit http://web.mac.com/davismtninn/.

Davis Mountains Nut Company - Roasted and dipped gourmet pecans.  When in Fort Davis Stop by and get a free sample. You can purchase them when you are in Fort Davis or call us and we'll ship them to you.  (432) 426-2101 Fax: (432) 426-2182. e-mail dmnc@allpecans.com

Davis Mountains Realty - P.O. Box 2177, Ft. Davis, TX. 79734.  Your full service real estate broker for Fort Davis and the Davis Mountains.  Kelly Williams, Broker-Owner (432) 426-3188.  web: www.davismountainsrealty.com  Email: info@davismountainsrealty.com

Davis Mountains Retreat - Located just 15 miles from town, off the Scenic Loop in the beautiful Davis Mountains! Shower/restroom facilities are convenient, and a country store offers art, gifts, ice, sodas, beer, wine, and food. Campgrounds consists of only 9 RV hookups and primitive campsites, insuring an uncrowded and quiet stay. Small campfires allowed wind & weather permitting, and socialized pets welcome.
Telephone (432) -426-2600 email:
dmretreat@hotmail.com. More Information

Davis Mountains Therapeutic Riding Center (DMTRC)
401 Douglas Drive, Fort Davis, TX 79734
Mission – To improve the quality of life for people living with disabilities through a connection with the horse.  DMTRC provides horse riding lessons for children and adults who have a physical, emotional or learning disability.  Open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday by appointment.
Phone: 432-426-2363 - Email:
info@davismountainstrc.org
Web:
http://www.davismountainstrc.org/home

Desert Safaris, LLC
2935 Thousand Oaks #6-217, San Antonio TX 78247
Tel: 210-264-1745 or 210-764-1827
E-mail hunter@desertsafaris.com Web: www.desertsafaris.com 

D. L. McDonald

Dick Slaughter

Edith Miles

El Oso Flojo Lodge - This beautiful lodge in located in the oasis of west texas, Balmorhea. About 30 miles north of Fort Davis, Balmorhea is a wonderful town especially known for its amazing state park and spring fed swimming pools.
For reservations call (432) 375 0502. info@elosoflojolodge.com Web: www.elosoflojolodge.com

Farmers Insurance - Automobile, Home, Commercial and Event
Open Monday thru Thursday 9 am – 5:30 pm and Friday 9am – 5 pm. Contact: Dona Ward; PO Box 2075, Alpine TX 79831; 106 W. Sul Ross Ave, Alpine TX 79830. (Office) 432-837-2225, (Fax) 432-837-2757; email: dblevins@farmersagent.com

First Presbyterian Church - Front Street at Bloys Avenue. Pastor Matt Miles. Sunday School at 10 am, Worship Service at 11 am. Call (432) 426-3948, email fdpastor@sbcglobal.net or visit www.fdpcusa.org.

Food Pantry of Jeff Davis County - Food Pantry of Jeff Davis County - Supplemental food distributed for qualified clients of Jeff Davis County. Also provides emergency food and school supplies. Food Distributions are 2nd & 4th Saturday of each month from 9AM until 11AM. (432) 426 3886. www.foodpantry-jdc.org

Fort Davis Church of Christ - PO Box 32/104 Main Street, Fort Davis, TX 79734.
Pastor Gregory Meads
Sunday School 10:00am
Worship service 11:00 am & 6:00pm
Ladies Bible Study 5:00pm
Wednesday evening Bible study 7:00pm

Fort Davis Drugstore - Full Service Restaurant Open Daily 7am to 9pm. 426-3118 email: fortdavisdrugstore@att.net  website: www.fortdavisdrugstore.net

Fort Davis Family Practice - Dr James Luecke
102 Memorial Square, Fort Davis. M-F 9am to 5pm (closed for lunch, 12:30 until 3)
Tel: 432 426-3217. Web:
www.fortdavisfamilypractice.com

Fort Davis ISD - PO Box 1339, Fort Davis, Texas 79734.  101 Indian Lane.  (432) 426-4440 Fax: (432) 426-4449.

Fort Davis Higher Education Foundation
A Non-profit organization which awards scholarships to graduating seniors from Fort Davis ISD.
For further information contact Dawn Wyatt at
dawn@zjets.com

Fort Davis Motor Inn & RV Campground - new in 1995.  Nestled next to the Davis Mountains on Hwy. 17 North (inside the city limits).  Close to Fort Davis National Historic Site, restaurants and shopping.  Enjoy full hookups, 30' x 50' spaces, cable TV hookups, 20/30/50 amps, tenting area, picnic tables, grills, showers and restrooms.  Daily, weekly and monthly rates.  For information, call (432)426-2112 or for reservations, call 800-80-DAVIS.

Fort Davis National Historic Site - P. O. Box 1379, Fort Davis Texas. Administered by the National Park Service. Hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm. 
Closed: 
            Christmas Day- December 25
            New Years Day  - January 1
            Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Observed - Third Monday in January - Jan.16,2006
            Thanksgiving Day - Last Thursday in November - Nov. 30, 2006
For more info: Please call: (432)-426-3224 ext.20

Fort Davis State Bank - Your "People to People" Bank since 1911.Branches located in Fort Davis, Alpine and Presidio to service all your needs.  ATM's available in all locations.  For more information call (432) 426-3211 or visit our web site at www.fdsb.com.  Member FDIC and Equal Housing Lender.

Fort Davis Riding Stables - 120 N Painted Trees Rd   Po Box 762, Fort Davis, TX. White Tail Deer, Elk, Mule Deer, Javalina, Mountain Lion and Ferral Hogs. Full guide and outfitters available. Tel: 432 426-9075 Web: www.fortdavisstables.com
Email:
letsride@fortdavisstables.com

Fort Davis TV Cable - TV cable provider, (432) 837-2300.

Fort Davis Veterinary Services - Veterinary services for both large and small animals, boarding, retail supplies and Hill’s pet food.  (Located 1 mile south of Fort Davis on Hwy 17 South) 43441 State Hwy 17 South  Fort Davis, Texas 79734                                           Janet Greathouse DVM and Dave Taylor DVM.
Tel: (432) 426-3086
- M-F 8:30-12 noon and 1:00-5:00pm.

Frontier Burger- Open daily 10:30am to 7pm. Monday thru Friday. Fast food establishment. Lunch and dinner menu consists of burgers & fries. Black angus, turkey & black bean burgers. Idaho or sweet potato fries. Under 12 menu includes PB&J sandwiches or grilled cheese. Located at 1300 State street, call ahead for orders to go: 426-2400. RV and Bus parking available. Groups welcome. For group pricing email: donna.gottschalk@gmail.com

Funky Lil’ Diveshop - As the SCUBA Outfitter for the San Solomon Springs located in the Balmorhea State Park, the Funky Lil’ Diveshop provides PADI scuba Certification, scuba gear, rentals, sales and souvenirs.    The Diveshop is located across the street from the Balmorhea State Park in Historic Toyahvale, Texas.  Operating hours are Saturday & Sunday 10 to 6 and services are available weekdays with advance notice.
Call  (432)-375-2572
Web:
www.funkylildiveshop.com e-mail: scuba@toyahvale.com

Friends of Jeff Davis County Library - P O Box 425, a volunteer organization that endeavors to make Jeff Davis County Library an increasingly important asset by encouraging greater public awareness, use, and support of the library and by assisting the librarian and staff in improving services and facilities.

Grand Companions Humane Society -M-F 9am to 6pm Sat. Call for appt. 701 Compromise St./ PO Box 1156, Fort Davis, TX 79734.Established in 1993, the Humane Society strives to locate good homes for animals, educate the public about humane treatment of animals, assist in the spaying/neutering, placement/adoption of pets, as well as provide foster care. The Society holds annual events, baked goods/holiday card sales and Adopt-a-Highway projects. (432) 426-3724. Email: info@grandcompanions.org

  • Stop in at our retail store The Helping Hand Thrift and Gift Shop. 510 State Street Monday through Saturday 10am to 5:30pm. An upscale re-sale shop where 100% of the proceeds benefit Grand Companions Humane Society programs.426-2008

The Hair Affair- Located inside the Harvard Hotel. 109 State Street Fort Davis, Texas 432-426-2503. Hair care for men and women, specializing in hair color. Trish Baily, owner. By appointment only.

Hampton Inn, Alpine - 2607 W. Hwy 90. Featuring 64 rooms with complimentary breakfast and beverage area, business services, elevators, lounge, pool, coin laundry and more! Visit our website for complete information, virtual tour and reservations: www.alpine.hamptoninn.com 432-837-7344

The Harvard Hotel – An eight-room suite hotel located at 109 State Street in downtown Fort Davis. Each room offers a refrigerator, microwave, tv with dvd player, coffeepot, quality linens, pillow-top mattresses, internet access and more. Built in 2005, it is the newest hotel in town and also offers retail and office space on its lower level. Additional suite accommodations at the Harvard Lodge on the H.E. Sproul Ranch and Davis Mountain Jeep Tours can also be booked through the Hotel. Please visit www.harvardhotelandlodge.com or call 432-426-2500 for more information.

H.E. Sproul Ranch – Located 7 ½ miles from Fort Davis at 1900 Sproul Rd., this historic working cattle ranch offers guest suites, catering and meeting facilities. All suites offer the latest amenities, including refrigerator, microwave, satellite tv, dvd player, coffeepot, internet access, pillow-top mattresses and quality linens. Other activities available at the ranch include use of the hot-tub and fitness room, jeep tours, trap and skeet and hunting. www.sproulranch.com  - 432-426-2500

Higginbotham Bartlett Building Supply -  quality household and construction products.  We are a full line lumberyard with paint, plumbing, electrical, tools, fasteners and a whole lot more.  (432) 426-3827 Fax: (432) 426-3862.llc.-

High Desert Construction-All phases of residential and commercial remodel and new construction. 249-0404 www.highdesertconstructionllc.com info@highdesertconstruction.com

High Desert Yoga - PO Box 175/ 200 State Highway 17, 432-426-2497
highdesertyoga@hotmail.com.
Beginning and intermediate yoga classes offered Tuesday-Friday in our beautifully remodeled studio. Certified instructor with training in Iyengar style yoga. Classes are 1 & ½ hrs and include breathing, asana and relaxation. Hours are Tuesday & Thursday 9:30-11:00 Wednesday & Friday 11:00-12:30.

The Hotel Limpia L.C. - Historic hotel w/ 39 rooms and suites on the square. Swimming pool,  2 gift shops: The Hotel Limpia Gifts and Javelinas and Hollyhocks.  800-662-5517 or  (432) 426-3237.

Indian Lodge in Davis Mountains State Park - 39 unit park lodge, 2 meeting rooms, restaurant. Located in the scenic Davis Mountains State Park. State Park has 100 camping sites. For information see web site. Call 432-426-3254 for information and 512-389-8982 for reservations.

InstaChek - P O Box 5296, Abilene, Texas, 79608. We offer check verification and recovery of returned checks to help retail  merchants recover losses. (325) 692-0370 Fax (325) 695-6501 

Iris Korus, DDS. Crowns, bridges, partials, extractions, fillings, x-rays and dental hygiene. PO Box 98; 100 E. California Ave., Valentine, TX 79854. Mon-Fri, 8:30-5:00. (432-467-2064 or email ivkdds@rionet.coop.

Javelinas & Hollyhocks - 107 State Street, across from the Hotel Limpia. Children's nature store and gifts for all ages. All Credit Cards Accepted (432) 426-2236

Jarratt Dirt Work & Paving, Inc. - Utilities Installation, Building Sites, Diversion Dams, Stock Tanks, Grubbing/Brush Clearing, Road Grading, Water lines-Ranch/Commercial/Residential, Paving-Commercial/Residential .(432)426-3592 Fax:(432)426-3140.
e-mail: dirtwork1@sbcglobal.net

Jeff Davis County Abstract - 309 Hwy 17, Fort Davis Tx.
Tel: 432-426-3288

Jeff Davis County Mountain Dispatch - P O Box 1097, Fort Davis, TX 79734-1097,  for the Jeff Davis County News, subscriptions $35 in Big Bend Area, $39 elsewhere. (432) 426-3077
e-mail: dispatch@mztv.net

Jerry Mitchell

JDC Ranch Partners (Rancho del Cielo) - P O Box 3076, Kent, TX 79855, (915) 828-3542, FAX (915) 828-3556 e-mail jdcranch@rionet.coop Located 30 miles North of McDonald Observatory on Hwy 118; 7 miles south of Kent. Guided Hunts - Trophy Aoudad, Javalina. Management deer hunts. Trail rides (Bring your own horse), driving tours, wildlife viewing, photo safaris, hiking, primitive campsites. Beautiful scenery. Commercial Augus-cross Bulls for sale. Website: www.ranchodelcielohunts.com

John Avant

John Bell

Kennedy Ranch - Guided mule deer hunts ($3,000) on 12,000 acres with 5 miles of food plots. No cattle.  2 hunters per guide - 8 hunters per season. Hunting lodge meals and open bar. South of Marfa. Dusty Schneider (940) 383-3543  

Kimball Miller Real Estate - 102 Memorial Square Fort Davis Texas. PO Box 2153 Fort Davis, TX 79734 432-426-3933

King Land & Water LLC - The Mission of King Land & Water is to provide professional honest Real Estate services to Buyers and Sellers of significant conservation lands in Texas. James King, PO Box 109, 109 State Street, Suite 1, Fort Davis, Texas 79734
Tel: 432 426-2024 Email:
james@kinglandwater.com Web: www.KingLandWater.com

Kyle McDonnald

Lagow Electric Service – Charlie Lagow, Master Electrician, Licensed, Bonded Insured
432-729-3302 Mobile 432-664-9602

Marathon Chamber of Commerce- W. HWY 90, Marathon, TX 69842 432-386-4516

Marfa Gliders - Glider Rides - Box 516, Marfa TX 79843. Located at the Marfa Airport June1st  through November. Take a discovery flight - Glider Rides at the Marfa Airport - Soaring is safe and fun for the entire family. The FAA allows youngsters to fly solo at age 14, after the required ground and flight instruction. 1-(800)-667-9464,  e-mail: FBCOMPTON@aol.com

MacMillen RV Park – MacMillen RV Park & Tent camping - One half mile from downtown Fort Davis on Highway 17 South. Paved bike/walking trail to town. 20 Big Rig friendly, level pull through sites with water, sewer, 50/30 amp power, wifi, 12 channel cable TV all included in rates. Walk-in tiled showers in private dressing rooms with commodes and pedestal sinks. Laundry with TV.  Beautiful views in a quiet serene setting. Year round moderate temperatures in the highest little town in Texas . Motorcycles welcome. Well behaved pets welcome. Daily $28.00, Weekly $170.00, Monthly $350.00. Group rates available. No discounts. Email: macmillenrvpark@yahoo.com or call 432-426-2056. Web: www.macmillenrvpark.com

Mas Souleiado - A private 2 story vacation rental located in Limpia Crossing off Hwy 118. 8 miles from McDonald Observatory and 10 miles from Fort Davis. This comfortable home can sleep up to 10 people. Perfect for weddings, family reunions or small retreats. No Smoking, No Pets & a two night minimum is required.
Call 432-426-3411 or email: nhobrien@yahoo.com

McIvor Ranch - McIvor Ranch - Also known as the U up U down, is a working cattle ranch. The ranch has remained in the family for over 125 years. Grams Ranch House is a great place to stay here in the Davis Mountains. It is a neat house with a lot of charm. It has a wonderful view of the McDonald Observatory from the front porch and a majestic view of Blue Mountain off the back porch. The house has three bedrooms with air conditioning in each room/two full baths. It has a living and dining area with TV and Cable/VCR/DVD. The house has a fully equipped kitchen including a washer and dryer. There is lots of wildlife. Birding, hiking, biking or just relaxing. $200 a night. We would love for you to come join us here at the ranch for a couple of nights or a while. Please contact us for more information and available dates. Julie & Scott McIvor, 200 McIvor Ranch Road, Fort Davis, TX 79734 (432) 426-2277 - e-mail: info@mcivor-ranch.com

Mary Bones

Max Kandler

Morrison True Value - 301 N. 5th, Alpine.  Retail hardware, sporting goods, house wares, gift ware and rental equipment.  (432) 837-2061.

Mountain Trails Lodge & Outdoor Learning Center is located on 10 scenic acres overlooking the town of Fort Davis and Sleeping Lion Mountain . Comfortable cabins feature two double beds, a kitchenette and a private sitting porch. A hearty West Texas breakfast buffet in our dining room is included in your room rate. Groups and families are welcome. Call or visit our Web site for information about our meeting facilities, group tours, guided nature hikes and educational programs in West Texas and northern Mexico . Call: 432.426.3481 or toll free: 800.403.3484; E-mail: info@mountaintrailslodge.com ; Web: www.mountaintrailslodge.com.

Murphy’s Pizza, Pasta & Subs - 11am to 8pm Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday.
Specializing in Pizza & Pasta dishes. Sub sandwiches and variety salads are also available. Dine in or Take out. 107 Musquiz Dr. Fort Davis 432-426-2020

Museum of the Big Bend - For more than 70 years the Museum of the Big Bend has been collecting and exhibiting artifacts of the vast Big Bend region. Encompassing the Davis Mountains and the borderlands of Mexico, the Big Bend has been inhabited for over 11,000 years. The Museum of the Big Bend's goal is to showcase this human history and culture reflected through the contributions of the Native Americans, the Spanish, the Mexicans and the Americans. The Museum is located at the northeast corner of the Sul Ross State University campus and can be reached from Entrance Two on U.S. Highway 90 or Entrance Four from Harrison Street. Once on campus, follow the small, brown signs. Admission is free. Donations are always welcomed. Tuesday – Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.  Closed on Monday’s.  The museum is handicap accessible. Guided Tours are available by appointment.  For more information, call: 432.837.8143 or 432.837.8730.

The Nature Conservancy of Texas - About 10 miles north of the McDonald Observatory on Hwy 118 North (Davis Mountains Preserve).  A non-profit wildlife conservation organization, using science-based research and a non-confrontational approach to protect the unique diversity of animals and plants native to our state.  The Madera Canyon Trail adjacent to the Lawrence E. Wood Picnic Area is open from dawn to dusk year-round
(432) 426-2390, Email:cpipes@tnc.org .

El Oso Flojo Lodge - This beautiful lodge in located in the oasis of west texas, Balmorhea. About 30 miles north of Fort Davis, Balmorhea is a wonderful town especially known for its amazing state park and spring fed swimming pools.
For reservations call (432) 375 0502.

Old Schoolhouse Bed & Breakfast - Front Street. 3 rooms in a historic building.  Full breakfast; pecan orchard; shaded deck; tobacco free; no pets;  $75-$115. (432)426-2050 or Fax (432)426-2509. e-mail: schoolhousebnb@gmail.com

  • Hope's Ranch  - The hospitality the Kennedy's made a hallmark of the Old Schoolhouse Bed & Breakfast has been extended to include this incredible 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath vacation home. Situated on 40 acres on the eastern edge of Fort Davis, Hope’s Ranch offers sweeping vistas of the Davis Mountains, the village of Fort Davis, and the high grasslands nearby. Phone: (432) 426-2050 Fax: (432) 426-2509 e-mail us: schoolhousebnb@gmail.com

Old Texas Inn- Rooms above Fort Davis Drugstore in Downtown Fort Davis. 6 large rooms sleep 1 - 5 people, each room has a distinctive theme, private baths, flat screen TV and free wi-fi
#1 The Texas Star - Queen and Twin
#2 The Rancher - Queen and Double
#3 Nana's Room - Queen and Twin
#4 The Buffalo Soldier - King and Double
#5 South of the Border - Two Queens
#6 The Apache - Double and Double/Twin bunk
Call 426-3118 or 426-3939 for reservations or visit our online calendar: Here  

Oscar Medley Real Estate - PO Box 1335, Fort Davis Texas 79734
Commercial, Residential, Lots & Ranches, Monday thru Friday 9-5, Saturday by appt. Only.
432-426-3466 Cell 432-249-0292 Email:
oscar@oscarmedleyrealestate.com
Web:
www.oscarmedleyrealestate.com  

Overland Trail Campground & RV Park - Good Sam, Woodall's, inspected RV park. RV's, tenting, camping cabins (Small, inexpensive, rustic camping cabins, Cable TV, refrigerator, microwave) Day, Week or Monthly Rates. Airstreams for rent. Picnic Tables, BBQ, Camp Kitchen, clean showers, restrooms, Laundromat. Pull through sites, full hook ups. Free 42 channels Cable TV. RV storage. Internet access. Walk to all Fort Davis, Pets welcome. Rates: $16.00 full hookup for RV's reserved off web site. Tent sites $7.50 Cabins $35-$75. Reservations Only: 1-888-478-5267 or for information (432) 426-2250
e-mail: 
otkamp@texascamping.com 

Overland Trail Museum - Fort St. and 3rd St., See attractions page for hours. Special group tours by appointment call Pat Draheim (432) 426-3404. Provides historical records, pictures and items of historical interest relating to Jeff Davis County. The culture and physical history of Fort Davis and the Big Bend area. Museum owned and operated by The Fort Davis Historical Society.   

Pace and Associates - Mon-Fri 8-5 Certified Public Accountant-Accounting, Tax, Tax Exempt entities, Estate Planning, Oil & Gas, Ranch & Farm, IRS Representation. 103 State Street fort Davis Texas 79734 PH: 432-426-3324 Fax: 432-426-3328.
Web: http://www.mrpacecpa.com/

Poco Mexico - Delicious home made Mexican Food. Sunday through Friday 10am to 2pm Hwy 17N.

Porters Thriftway- Retail grocery - Fresh meat, fresh produce, gasoline, everything big supermarkets have. Across from Old Fort Davis on Hwy 118.  (432)426-3812.

Prude Guest Ranch - located 6 miles north on Hwy. 118 on the historic Prude Ranch.  Motel units and family rooms: $51-80; sixteen bunkhouses for group use: $13/bunk.  Indoor swimming pool, tennis courts, hiking trails, Ropes Challenge Course and scheduled horseback rides for guests and other visitors, upon reservation.  Dining room with buffet meal service.  Conference facilities.  Children's Summer Camp. 800-458-6232 or (432) 426-3202 Fax: (432) 426-3502. e-mail: info@prude-ranch.com

Radio Stations KALP and KVLF - P O Box 779, Alpine, Texas. FM Station KALP, 92.7 on your dial, AM Station KVLF 1240 on your dial. (432) 837-2144.

Reata Restaurants - A unique fine dining experience located in scenic Alpine, Texas. The Cuisine, inspired by Cowboy Cooking, is a melding of flavors: Southwestern, Creole, Southern & Traditional Steak House. Our Alpine location has indoor and outdoor dining to host your events or Reata will come cater for you. Lunch 11:30 to 2pm 7 days a week. Dinner 5pm to 10pm Mon-Sat 203 N. 5th Street Alpine, Texas Tel: 432-837-9232 Web: www.reata.net Email: mikem@reata.net

Rebloom Designs - Landscape design *Residential/Commercial *Site Analysis & Low Maintenance Planning *Native and Appropriate Plants.  (432) 426-3236 Fax: (432) 426-2478.
e-mail
bethfr@sbcglobal.net

Rocking W Ranch- Hunting: Mule deer, whitetail deer, aoudad, javalina, mountain lion, other predators. turkey, whitewing dove, mourning dove. 432-426-3027  903-860-3027

Roy Largent

Sierra la Rana, LTD - 10-200 acre home sites, underground utilities, dark sky friendly, horseback riding, hiking, birding, and mountain bikes:  the choice is yours!. Hwy 118 Alpine, TX. Tel: 866-757-2382 Web: http://www.sierralarana-dev.com/tour.php
Gil Bartee giba@jmkint.com

Small Business Development Center ~ SBDC
A Partnership Program with the U.S. Small Business Administration  
P.O. Box C-47  Alpine, Texas   79832   (432) 837-8696 (432) 837-8694
Business planning assistance for development, start-up, marketing, financing, expansion and training. Contact Loretta Garcia: lgarcia@sulross.edu  &   Dennie Miller: dmiller@sulross.edu

Silpada Designs - Representative Cyndee Barnes. High quality sterling silver jewelry: sales & business opportunities.  Mon. through Fri 9-5
Call:432-426-3671. Email: cyndeebarnes@yahoo.com

Sproul Ranch - The Sproul Ranch, founded in 1886 by Robert Stuart Sproul,  has been in the family and a working cattle ranch for over 100 years. Located in the heart of the Davis Mountains, the ranch offers a variety of activities, including lodging, hunting, private ranch tours, horseback trips (Horseback trips arranged through Lajitas Stables in Fort Davis (432)426-9075) e-mail  info@rmsproulranch.com  (432)426-3097

  • La Cabaña Escondida (The Hidden Cabin) - Hwy. 17 N. across Limpia Creek.  Wonderfully secluded log cabin, sleeps up to four people.  Kitchen, bath, living room with TV/VCR (no cable).  Awesome views from two porches.  Wildlife, hiking, quiet.  No smoking.  2 Night minimum. Rates start at $95 + tax.  (432) 426-3097.
  • Mary's Post Office - On Davis Street just North of the Courthouse. In 1908, James Edwards built this one-room building for his wife the postmaster.  It now serves as a unique getaway for couples. It has a Queen bed, clawfoot tub with a shower and more. We require a two night minimum. Non-Smoking, No Pets $95 plus tax. Available April thru September.
  • The Ranch House - Built in the early 1900's by Robert Stuart Sproul, the Ranch House served as the Sproul Ranch headquarters. The ranch has been in the Sproul family and a working cattle ranch for over 100 years. It has two bedrooms, one bath, fully equipped kitchen, dining and living room, screened in backporch. Awesome scenery, hiking, birding, relaxing. Great view of Casket Mountain. Non-Smoking, No pets. $125/night. (432)426-3097.

Stone Village Market A whole foods store offering a variety of produce; fresh-baked whole grain breads; specialty coffees; beer and wine. PO Box 1838, Fort Davis, TX 79734. Ph. (432) 426-2226.

Stone Village Tourist Camp - This 1935 "tourist court" was completely remodeled in 2006. It has 14 rooms of which two are suites, plus 7 "camp rooms" easily described as a step above camping complete with two twin beds made with thick comforters and full showers and bath facilities down the porch from your room. All of the motel rooms have flat screen TVs. The new heated pool was completed in the summer of 2007 which is located off of a patio with a fire pit and landscaped area for relaxation. Located in the middle of Fort Davis. Rates start at $39 for the camp rooms and go to $89 for the suites. We also have the following guest cottages:

  • Limpia Cottage - On the edge of Sleeping Lion Mountain.  Two bedrooms, one bath, full kitchen.  Quiet, great views.  $110. Call The Hotel Limpia for reservations.
  • The Mulhern House - 1905 historic restored adobe home.  Two suites, one standard room, each with private baths.  $79-$89.  Call The Hotel Limpia for reservations.

For Reservations call: (432) 426-3941. www.stonevillagetouristcamp.com.

Studio Five-O-One – Spa service, tanning, face and haircare, makeup and more. PO Box 222, 744 S. Front Street, Fort Davis, Texas. On the web at www.studio501spa.com  Email jenweb08@yahoo.com or call 432-426-3938.

Texas Mountain Realty - – Professional real estate services for Fort Davis, Marfa, Marathon, Alpine and the Davis Mountains. Mike Murphy Owner/Agent  Tel: (432) 426-2026 Fax: (210) 247-6151.  Web: www.texasmountainrealty.com E-mail: mike@texasmountainrealty.com  

The Big Bend Real Estate Guide Complete real estate listings for Brewster, Jeff Davis and Presidio counties. View the current issue with links to area realtors at www.bigbendrealestateguide.com.
Tel: 432.294.3691

The Nut Farm Dog Shop & Kennel - “Professional Dog Grooming and Boarding”
PO Box 142 / 43068B Hwy 17, Fort Davis, TX 79734
Tel: 432-249-0620

Toyahvale Desert Oasis - The Swimming and Snorkeling Outfitter for San Solomon Springs. Open in 1989 the Toyahvale Desert Oasis provides swimming supplies, snorkeling gear rental and sales along with Unique Souvenirs of Balmorhea State Park and San Solomon Springs. The Toyahvale Desert Oasis is located next to the State Park in Historic Toyahvale, Texas.  Open March thru September daily 10 to 6.  Open October thru February on Saturdays and Sundays 10 to 6. Services are available weekdays during the off season with advance notice. Call  (432)-375-2572
Web: www.toyahvale.com Email: info@toyahvale.com

University of Texas at Austin-McDonald Observatory  Astronomical education, research and public information. for fuller details see Attractions page.

United Methodist Church - Pastor: Skip Hodges
E-mail fdumc@sbcglobal.net
Telephone: 432 426-3971
Sundays: Sunday school: 9:45AM, Morning Worship: 11:00AM

The Veranda Country Inn - Court Avenue. Historic inn and guest house surrounded by walled gardens and courtyards. Provides a restful getaway, spacious rooms/suites, private baths, and generous breakfasts, from $80 - $145, 1-888-383-2847 or (432) 426-2233. e-mail: info@theveranda.com

  • Veranda Country Inn Carriage House - (Click on photo for enlargement)  Two bedrooms, large living room, one bath, full kitchen, furnished with antiques, full breakfast . In garden area behind the inn.  From $120-$160. 1-888-383-2847.  or (432) 426-2233 e-mail: info@theveranda.com
     

Village Farms of Texas- High quality greenhouse grown tomatoes. PO Box 1309 Fort Davis, TX 79734 432-426-2301 Retail sales available on Mondays & Fridays 9-1pm 1 case minimum.

The Webster House - 301 Agave St.  Built 1898. Restored 2,000 sq. ft. adobe home. Three bedrooms, two full baths.  Laundry room.  Big porch with rockers overlooks tree shaded yard with gardens.  Large living room.  Fully equipped kitchen.  Cable TV./VCR. Phone. 800-752-4145 Fax the same.  e-mail:  info@wildflowercottages.net

  • Wild Flower Cottage- The Wildflower Cottage was built in 1917. It is constructed of adobe built on site. Like homes of time it has large rooms, with high ceilings and stucco walls. Renovated in 2001, it was painted and furnished with warm, calming colors and hand painted murals and floors. Enjoy coffee in the handcrafted rockers or the old church pew located on the front porch, as spectacular sunrises appear before you. Then Stroll along paths that wind their way through gardens of perennials and native plants. At the end of the day relax in one of two bath rooms. The master bath has an enclosed washer/dryer, shower, pedestal sink and large claw foot tub. Two bedrooms have queen pillow top beds, the third has two twins. Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen, TV with cable in the living room and master bedroom and phone. Pets and children are welcome. Family rates. Reservations: (800)752-4145. Interior pictures at www.wildflowercottages.net
  • Hummingbird Cottage - 301 Agave St. This cozy one bedroom bungalow is nestled behind rose arbors and native trees yet within walking distance of shopping and dining.  Phone/TV./Cable/VCR.  Fully equipped kitchen.  Sun porch with rockers for morning coffee.
  • Mrs. Mims House - Mrs. Mims’ rose covered arbor leads to a courtyard garden, with flower beds in blues, pinks and purples. The garden is totally fenced, to provide a private space for relaxing with your family, dog or in quiet solitude. The Mims House has a fully equipped kitchen. The living room has twin day beds and a rocker. Large queen bedroom opens to a back porch with wicker furniture - perfect for morning coffee. Central heat & air. Cable TV. Please call (800)752-4145 e-mail: info@wildflowercottages.net
     

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