Elsewhere in the area, the Chamber sais fishing has been hot at Lake Balmorhea. Lots of small bass are being caught along with some big catfish. Texas Parks and Wildlife continues to stock the lake with bass, catfish, and sunfish. The bald eagle is still being seen at the lake along with lots of interesting birds and waterfowl. With spring migration weeks away expect lots of birds around the lake and in the cottonwood trees in town.
Campsites are available at the lake.
To accommodate travelers, bird watchers, and recreational visitors, the chamber said Saddle Back RV Park opened in December. It offers a convenient place to spend the night or a week offering 20 pull through sites with water, electricity, and cable TV, which is located at mile marker 212 on Interstate 10. Motels and restaurants are also located in Balmorhea along with motel and campground at Balmorhea State Park. The next Chamber of Commerce meeting will be held at the Bear's Den restaurant in Balmorhea on April 24, at 2 p.m. and everyone is invited to attend. Section 3-18 makes it unlawful to place leaflets on cars or any other vehicle without the permission of the owner.