Buffalo Bayou might not be the first place you think of for paddle boarding. If you’re the outdoorsy type, you might first think of Lady Bird Lake in Austin or SUP Yoga on 288 Lake. But if you’re looking to get your nature on, put Buffalo Bayou at the top of your list. Not only is it soooo … Continue reading
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10 Buffalo Bayou Secrets to Experience this Summer
Every time I go to Buffalo Bayou, I find something new to fall in love with. It’s my go-to place to run, watch the sunset, take pics of downtown, check out flood water levels, and even go on dates. The Buffalo Bayou is constantly evolving and growing with the seasons. Below are some favorite spots along the bayou that you might have … Continue reading
Thoughts Had at 288 Lake with HTX Outdoors
I’m in adventure mode right now. I spend my days dreaming of exploring the world and evenings finding anything to do — from dinner at new restaurants to new workout classes. But the money pot is going to run out on this traveling lifestyle, so I’ve been seeking a thrill closer to home. Enter: HTX … Continue reading
How to Plan the Picture-Perfect Picnic
Summer is here. OK, I know technically summer starts next month, but let’s be real. Here in Houston, summer comes early. May is one of my favorite months because summer hasn’t gotten unbearably warm, meaning outdoor activities are less sweaty and sticky. Aka, the time to plan a picnic is NOW. PSA: Alcohol policies in parks are varied. … Continue reading
5 Places to Trail Run in Houston
I’ve run three half marathons and I feel pretty accomplished in my running skills. That was until Houston blogger Miles with Molly started inviting me to Wills Hills running club runs and knocked down the metaphorical door for me to the Houston running community. While I may never run 50 miles with them (no joke this is … Continue reading
Bayou Greenways Finishes Up Construction on the Latest Stretch of White Oak Bayou
Looking for a new spot to run in Houston? I’m excited to announce that all that messy construction that has taken the Yale and I-10 intersection out of commission for the past year is wrapping up and the new Bayou Greenways trail along White Oak Bayou is nearly finished! By my standards — do I … Continue reading
Inside the Buffalo Bayou Cistern “Rain” Exhibit
Take a little staycation adventure this month and grab a ticket to the first (of hopefully many!) art installation inside the Buffalo Bayou Cistern. If you’re unfamiliar with the Buffalo Bayou Cistern, you should read my recap of what it is and where to find that that I published when it opened earlier this summer … Continue reading
The Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern: What Is It and How Do I Get In?
There’s been a lot of hype recently over this little thing called the Cistern at Buffalo Bayou. Haven’t heard of it? Well, let me tell you it’s pretty darn cool and worth all the attention. What is the Cistern? The Cistern is an underground water reservoir that was built in 1926 to help improve the water supply in … Continue reading
10 Things to Know Before You Go to BIG SUP Yoga
BIG Power Yoga is into their third season of teaching SUP Yoga classes on Lake 288. For those of you who are new to the sport — SUP Yoga or Stand Up Paddle Board Yoga–is a fun way to test your balance and change up your yoga practice. This past weekend, I took the Yin … Continue reading
10 Things to Know Before You Go to Yoga at Raven Tower
Last weekend, the Brunch Klub crew woke up early in pursuit of our usual craving of mimosas…but also for yoga! We rallied an hour earlier than usual and went to the Black Swan Yoga class at Raven Tower in the Hieghts. The class was a blast and a half and we’re already making plans to … Continue reading