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Alpine, Texas
See what makes Alpine one of Texas’ best places to call “Home.”
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elcome to Alpine, Texas – the county seat of Brewster County and home to Sul Ross State University and the Museum of the Big Bend. With a population approaching 6,000, Alpine is the largest town in the region and serves as the “Hub of the Big Bend.” There’s lots to love about this vibrant town: mild climate, mountain views, a lively art scene, and strong community spirit. Alpine enjoys all the cultural and educational benefits of a university town, from theatre and dance to archeology and intercollegiate rodeo. There’s even a professional baseball team - the Alpine Cowboys. Alpine’s climate is almost perfect, with 247 sunny days per year. Summer highs average
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90 degrees, thanks to the town’s 4,400-foot elevation and the rainy season, which cools things down from June through September. Winter always brings a few snowfalls, but most days reach 60 degrees. Enjoying the outdoors is part of everyday life in Alpine, with year-round hiking, bicycling, golfing, hunting, and camping. Within a two-hour drive you can be hiking in the Davis Mountains, swimming in the world’s largest outdoor spring-fed pool at Balmorhea, backpacking in Big Bend National Park or mountain-biking in Big Bend Ranch State Park. The low humidity and absence of big-city lights makes stargazing a backyard activity in Alpine, although many choose to view distant planets through telescopes at nearby
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McDonald Observatory or watch for the mysterious Marfa Lights. The beauty of the Big Bend has drawn and inspired artists from all over the world. Visit almost any Alpine business and you’ll see their art displayed. Co-ops, galleries, and university students all contribute to the thriving art scene, which is highlighted each November during Artwalk - a two-day celebration that is a favorite of locals and visitors alike.
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Ranching continues to be a cornerstone of life in the Big Bend, and you can expect to cross paths with working ranchers and cowboys on a typical day in Alpine. Rodeo is big at Sul Ross State University, the birthplace of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association. Preserving the traditions of the American West is the focus of annual events like the Texas Cowboy Poetry Gathering, Trappings of Texas, and Big Bend Ranch Rodeo. Perhaps the best thing about Alpine is its friendly, small-town atmosphere and strong sense of community pride. In 2014, Alpine was one of 10 winners of the Governor’s Community Achievement Award -- one of the most coveted environmental and community improvement honors in Texas. And in 2013, the Library Journal named Alpine Public Library the “Second-Best Small Library in America.” Alpine is a unique combination of cultures, talents and energies working together to create one of the best places to live in Texas. Journalist Dan Rather says Alpine is “a town-city that has kept its West Texas tradition, look and feel, while adopting the best of what’s up-to-date in the Lone Star State.” We agree! We think you will, too. aT
alpine by numbers Demographics Population: Alpine 2013, 6,054 Median Age: 36 Male 49.6% / Female 50.4% High School Graduates, Age 25+ / 84% Bachelor’s Degree or Higher, Age 25+ / 35% Economic Median Income: Alpine - $38,942, Texas - $50,740 Various Land Area in Square Miles Alpine: 4.08 (Brewster County): 6,183.73 Employment Average Commute to Work (Minutes): 11.9 Safety Law Enforcement Offices in Alpine: Alpine Police Department Brewster County Sheriff’s Office Sul Ross State University Police Department Department of Public Safety/Highway Patrol U.S. Customs and Border Protection Elevation 4,480 ft. Area Code 432, Central Time Zone Latitude: 30.36N, Longitude: 103.67W Zip Codes: 79830, 79831, 79832 (Sul Ross State University)
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“Annie Get Your Gun”
THEATRE OF THE BIG BEND’S 5OTH BIRTHDAY Irving Berlin’s beloved musical set to be reprised BY steveLANG
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he Theatre of the Big Bend’s 50th year will be celebrated with a bang, featuring performances of Irving Berlin’s beloved musical, “Annie Get Your Gun,” June 26-July 19.
The reprise of the 2006 production that set ToBB attendance records, will again be held in the San Antonio Livestock Exposition (SALE) Rodeo Arena at Sul Ross State University’s Turner Range Animal Science Center. Performances are scheduled Friday-Sunday, June 26-28; Thursday-Friday, July 2-3; Sunday, July 5; and Friday-Sunday, July 1012 and 17-19 at 8:15 p.m. For ticket information, visit the website at Sulross.edu/ToBB. “To my knowledge, we are the only company who has ever done this production in a rodeo arena, with horses, and we’re doing it again,” said Dona Roman, Sul Ross professor of Theatre, who has acted in, directed and produced ToBB productions for the past 17 years. “Thanks to the wonderful collaboration with Dr. Rob Kinucan (Dean of the College of Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences) and ANRS personnel, we had a highly successful production (in 2006) and we’re looking forward to this production,” Roman said. “The City of Alpine has also been generous in its support of our efforts.” Roman called the continued success of the Theatre of the Big Bend “a credit to the countless performers, volunteers and an appreciative audience.” “We are blessed with a very hardy West Texas ranching patrons and a frontier spirit that also describes the tenacity of the Sul Ross theatre and music faculty. It continues to be a really incredible experience.” Since 1966, the Theatre of the Big Bend has filled a summer entertainment niche for the vast tri-county region of Brewster, Jeff Davis, Presidio and an ever-expanding beyond. In addition, the theatre provides a summer repertory experience for community actors and musicians, artists and students to work with professionals from Sul Ross and elsewhere. 6
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Annie Get Your Gun performances begin June 26, 2015.
“Fifty years of providing summer theatrical entertainment is a significant achievement,” said Roman. She said that the establishment of summer internships and the Theatre of the Big Bend guest artist program in 2006 has expanded both the talent base and creative opportunities. “The Theatre of the big Bend will always be community-oriented, but we want to continue to grow,” said Roman. “We really try to be a part of the community and also provide a theatre experience for our students and students from other universities as well.” Roman noted that over half of the audience now comes from outside the tri-county area. “The Theatre of the Big Bend offers great exposure to the region and is great for tourism.” “The summer musical will always be family-oriented and broadbased,” she said. It has become an institution that our audiences have come to expect.” aT
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Activities
Visit Kokernot Park and “Wrigley-Style” Kokernot Field A pleasant walk through Kokernot Park with its many trees is a great place to relax, have a picnic lunch and let the children roam. A visit to Kokernot Lodge and the Burgess Spring is a true delight. For baseball enthusiasts, Kokernot Field will take your breath away. Styled after the famous Wrigley Field, this baseball diamond was once home to the Alpine Cowboys, a semi-pro team of the mid-20th century. Kokernot Field is home to the Alpine Cowboys pro baseball team playing in the independent Pecos League. The Cowboys a local, non-profit organization created to support local youth softball and baseball programs. Learn more at http://alpine.pecosleague.com.
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Alpine offers many activities for sports and rodeo fans, art and history enthusiasts and those who enjoy outdoor experiences. Here are just a few.
Historic Walking and Windshield Tour Take a leisurely stroll or drive around Alpine’s downtown and get a glimpse into our architectural history, dating from the late 1800s and early 1900s. A copy of the walking tour guide/map is available at the Alpine Visitors Center or visit www.HistoricAlpine.com. Specialty Shops Alpine has many unique shops and boutiques. Most of our specialty shops are located in the historic downtown area, with a few others scattered here and there. Choose from fine art, photography, antiques, gifts and souvenirs, books and maps, rocks and gems, arts and crafts and a whole lot more. Turner Range Animal Science Center For rodeo and horse fans, this is the place. The RAS hosts a number of rodeos and horse shows throughout the year. Between events, one might find Sul Ross State University students and 4-H club members practicing in the arena at any given time, making a wonderful afternoon attraction. Performing Arts and Live Entertainment Alpine offers a variety of stage performances throughout the year. If you are in Alpine during the summer months, enjoy the outdoor theatre during our cool, high desert evenings. Live music can be heard every weekend at several venues, with a variety of genres represented. You’ll find honky-tonk, tejano, blues, rock and many others.
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County Courthouse Hall of History Take a walk through the great hall in the Brewster County Courthouse, and step back through the years. Photographs of much earlier times in Alpine and the surrounding area are on display, offering a glimpse of yesteryear. Murphy Street Historic District Visit historic Murphy Street with shops and restaurants in the oldest section of Alpine. Also, enjoy the Farmers Market every Saturday morning at 9 a.m. in the courtyard of the Hotel Ritchey (corner of 5th St. and Murphy St.) Alpine Public Library Enjoy the new Alpine Public Library at 805 W. Avenue E, which opened in 2011. Books, magazines, computers and free Wi-Fi. Visit AlpinePublicLibrary.org for more information and a special events calendar. Hours: M-F 9:30 to 6 and Sat 10-3. Alpine Country Club Golf Course Nestled next to Kokernot Park, this 9-hole course is very popular with both residents and visitors.
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Murals
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT - 2015 Mural Cattle Drive, 2014 Mercado, Big Brewster, 2013 Mexican Calendar
OTHER ALPINE MURALS MUSEUM OF THE BIG BEND, SRSU campus Historic map of the Big Bend region painted by Enrique Espinoza in 1940. BREWSTER COUNTY TAX APPRAISER BUILDING, 107 W. Ave. E. Historic painting “View of Alpine”, an idyllic scene painted by Jose’ Moya del Pino in 1940, located inside, to the left of the entrance. On a casual stroll through Alpine’s downtown area, you will discover several murals painted over the years by local and nationally recognized muralists. These renderings range from the whimsical to the historic, from the primitive to the professional. In spring 2015, Alpine’s Gallery Night, Inc. will begin working on its third Historic Calendar mural. This year’s “Cattle Drive” mural will depict the deep-rooted western ranching heritage of the Big Bend, highlighting the ethnicity of cowboy traditions, customs and values. This mural is the third, in a series of six, murals that are based upon vintage calendar tops, which serve as snapshots of life in the past. The calendar upon which the Cattle Drive mural is based was distributed in 1951 by Alpine’s lumber yard. The 60’ wide and 17’ tall mural and a 20’ x 10’ calendar month of May 2015 will be painted on the same wall where the lumber yard’s slogan, “We put Pine in Alpine” used to be. Award-winning mural artist Stylle Read of Cleburne, Texas, will paint the mural with help from a volunteer base of qualified artists, structural engineers, local residents and Brewster County jail trustees. Alpine is designated a Cultural District by the Texas Commission on the Arts. Alpine’s Gallery Night, Inc. is a non-profit arts organization serving Alpine and the Big Bend region. The goal of the Historic Calendar mural project is to honor and embrace the cultural history of our region and its inhabitants by recreating historic calendar art as murals that beautify the walls of public and private buildings in the community.
ALPINE MEDICAL CENTER, 202 N. 2nd St. A tropical paradise in the middle of The Chihuahuan Desert is painted on two sides of this building by artist Deborah Allison. BEST WESTERN, 2401 E. Hwy. 90. In the main lobby is an expansive mural painted by Stylle Read in 1995. It depicts scenes of Alpine and notably, the origin of the “Murder Steer” legend (complete story on display at Museum of the Big Bend). KIOWA GALLERY BUILDING, 105 E. Holland Ave. The mural “Big Brewster”. Painted by muralist Stylle Read in 2005. REATA RESTARUANT, 203 N. 5th St. “Ode to Reata”, an expansive tribute to the movie Giant, James Dean, and west Texas adorns the outside patio and alleyway. The mural was painted by Stylle Read in 1995. BUILDING AT 101 W. HOLLAND AVE. A ranching scene set against Twin Peaks in Alpine, featuring local and regional ranch brands. Painted by Stylle Read with contributions from Paul Kime and brands by Charles Bell.
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OF EVENTS Visit www.alpinetexas.com or www.visitalpinetx.com for more events, or the appropriate event website below for additional details. JANUARY
FEBRUARY • Texas Cowboy Poetry Gathering Promoting the Oral History of the West, www.TexasCowboyPoetry.com • Valentine’s in Valentine www.bigbendbrewing.com/valentines-day
MARCH • Spring Break! - Alpine and the Big Bend region are popular Spring Break destinations.
• Viva Big Bend Food Festival www.vivabigbend.com.
MAY • Cinco de Mayo - Celebrating Mexican heritage, www.alpinetexas.com • Marfa Film Festival (Marfa) Screenings of independently produced films, www.marfafilmfestival.org
JULY
Early morning breakfast preparation for the Texas Cowboy Poetry Gathering.
• Independence Day - Festivals and events around the Big Bend, www.alpinetexas.com • SRSU Alumni Rodeo -www.sulross.edu/page/1963/ anrs-rodeoexes-association • Viva Big Bend Music Festival www.vivabigbend.com.
• Fort Davis CycleFest (Fort Davis) Bicycle touring in the Davis Mountains, www.fortdavis.com • Big Bend Gun & Knife Show - Annual event produced by the Alpine Lion’s Club
APRIL • Big Bend Gem and Mineral Show Unique geology of the region. • Trappings of Texas at Museum of the Big Bend - Juried art and cowboy gear show, www.MuseumoftheBigBend.com • Texas Glider Rally (Marfa) - Soaring over the Marfa plateau, www.flygliders.com • Hammerfest (Fort Davis) - Bicycle road races in the Davis Mountains, www.peytonsbikes.com 10
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• Chamber of Commerce Banquet Recognizing citizen & business of the year, www.alpinetexas.com • Big Bend Livestock Show - Youth livestock show and auction, www.alpinetexas.com
OCTOBER AUGUST • Big Bend Ranch Rodeo - Working cowboys from area ranches compete for bragging rights, www.bigbendranchrodeo.com
SEPTEMBER • Marfa Lights Festival (Marfa) Celebrating the mysterious lights of Marfa, www.marfacc.com • West Fest (Marathon) - Cabrito Cookoff and Family Fun, www.marathontexas.com
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• National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association Rodeo - College rodeo competition, www.collegerodeo.com • M2M (Marathon to Marathon) Sanctioned runs in Marathon, www.marathon2marathon.net • Chinati Open House (Marfa) Open house at the world-famous Chinati Foundation, www.chinati.org
• Ride for the Trails (Study Butte) Motorcycle rally benefiting BBNP, www.ridefortrails.com
NOVEMBER • Alpine’s Gallery Night Artwalk - A weekend event featuring art & artisans, www.artwalkalpine.com • CASI International Chili Championship (Terlingua) - The ultimate celebration of Chili, www.chili.org/terlingua.html
DECEMBER • Mountain Country Christmas Arts and Crafts from around the region, www.alpinetexas.com • Fiesta de Noche Bueno (Marathon) - Christmas-themed celebration with food, music, and fun! www.marathontexas.com
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Local Government & City Services City of Alpine 100 North 13th St., Alpine, Texas 79830 432-837-3301 www.ci.alpine.tx.us Mission:“To Provide Quality Services To The Citizens Of Alpine.” The municipal government is the councilmanager form of government. The city has the powers granted to municipal corporations and cities under a Home-Rule Charter. The governing body of the city is the City Council which consists of an elected mayor and five (5) council members. Each council member represents a district or ward within the city. There are two regular City Council meetings per month. The City Manager is appointed by the City Council to an indefinite term and is the chief administrative and executive officer of the city.
City Departments Airport Board: The Alpine-Casparis Municipal Airport (432-837-5929) is owned and operated by the City of Alpine. It is a public use general aviation airport. Some of the aviationrelated activities that take place at the airport on a regular basis include flight training and education, corporate use, air cargo shipping and receiving, and recreational flying. Animal Advisory Board: Receives suggestions, studies situations, plans, projects and generally acts in an advisory capacity to the City Council regarding the city animal shelter and related matters. City Council: Meets the first and third Tuesday of the month in Council Chambers. Environmental Advisory Board: Receives suggestions, studies situations, plans, projects and generally acts in an advisory capacity to the City Council relating to environmental issues. Parks and Recreation Board: Receives suggestions, studies situations, plans, projects and generally acts in an advisory capacity to the City Council relative to the parks and recreation programs of the city.
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Planning and Zoning Commission: Recommends boundaries for the original zoning districts and appropriate zoning regulations for each district. Provides reports and holds public hearings before submitting a final report to the City Council. Utility Department: Provides water/sewer facilities and services within city limits. The water utilities are owned by the City of Alpine. The City’s water is provided by two primary well fields and several individual wells. The City also provides gas service to residents and businesses. Alpine Police Department: Provides law enforcement services for the City of Alpine. Alpine Volunteer Fire Department: Provides fire protection for homes and businesses in the City of Alpine.
City Partners & Affiliated Services Alpine Humane Society: An independent, selfgoverning, non-profit organization funded by endowments, grants, donations, fund-raisers and memberships. The City of Alpine operates the animal shelter. AHS assists with the operation of the animal shelter. For more information, visit the AHS web site: www.alpinehumanesociety.com
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Alpine Public Library: An independent, private, non-profit corporation governed by a board of directors and funded by the City of Alpine, Brewster County, grants, donations and the fund-raising efforts of the Friends of the Alpine Public Library. The library has a branch in Marathon and is presently building a new 8,500 square-foot building in Alpine. For more information, see page 24, or visit the Alpine Public Library web site: www.alpinepubliclibrary.org.
Alpine Chamber of Commerce, Inc.: An independent, non-profit corporation funded by fundraising projects and memberships. The vision of the Chamber is to act as a voice for the business community and maintain a prosperous business climate in Alpine. The Chamber also operates the city-funded Visitor Center, at 106 N 3rd St., Alpine, phone 432-837-2326. For more information, go to www.alpinetexas.com Refuse and Recycling: Refuse is collected by a contract operator, Texas Disposal Systems, and moved to the city-owned landfill. For more information visit the TDS web site: www.texasdisposal.com. The city is a partner with TDS in the “Alpine Recycles!” program. TDS operates the Hal Flanders Recycling Center for the city. For more information on “Alpine Recycles!”, visit www.alpinerecycles.org.
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Museum exhibits trace Big Bend history
he Museum of the Big Bend was founded in 1925. Soon after, Museum founder Victor Smith designed an 18,000-squarefoot, native-rock building to be its home. The building was constructed on the Sul Ross University campus during the 1936 Texas Centennial, and the Museum resided there for a number of years before experiencing several location changes. In the early 2000s, after a $4.4 million fundraising campaign, the 1936 rock building was renovated and new permanent exhibits were installed. In 2007, the Museum of the Big Bend was able to return to its original home. Today the Museum’s education program offers a diverse format of art, history and cultural topics for children and adults. Many of the Museum’s exhibits include artifacts and displays that trace the natural history, human history and confluence of cultures of the Big Bend region. The historic Marty and Yana Davis Map
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Collection includes maps dating from as early as 1548. Since 1987, the Museum has hosted the annual Trappings of Texas Western Art and Cowboy Gear Exhibit and Sale. Proceeds from this event support future Trappings events, Museum exhibits and educational programs. The Museum has been honored for excellence by major organizations, including Preservation Texas, Humanities Texas and the Texas Historical Commission. Museum publications have won a number of prestigious Wilder awards for design excellence. For ninety years, the Museum of the Big Bend has continued to “tell the story” of the Davis Mountains and Big Bend region through its exhibits, speaker series, adult workshops and children’s programs. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sundays 1-5 p.m. Admission is free. Donations are welcome. Parking is available. For more information, call (432) 837-8730 or visit museumofthebigbend.com. aT
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Longhorn book ends Rick McCumber
Pancho Villa e los revolucionarios • Mike Capron
Trappings of Texas at Museum of the Big Bend Banded Saddle Blanket Angie Crowe
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Down from the Top Wayne Baize
Since 1986, the Museum of the Big Bend at Sul Ross State University has showcased the very best cowboy gear and fine Western Art at the longest running event of its kind in the country: Trappings of Texas. The opening of Trappings of Texas is held each year in April. The opening weekend offers visitors an opportunity to meet the men and women who are the creators of the gear and art in the museum’s Trappings exhibit and public auction. These works of art remain on display at the museum for viewing and purchase. Trappings of Texas is by invitation only and new artists and gearmakers must be juried in by the entire Trappings of Texas Committee, including Guest Curators of Gear and Art. Guest Curators of Gear include members of the Traditional Cowboy Arts Association, TCAA, Leland Hensley, Wilson
Capron and John Willemsma. Guest Curators of Art is Cowboy Artists of America, CA, member, Wayne Baize and Mike Capron whose fifty years living in the southwest is reflected in the art that he creates. Like the originators of the first event, the goal of Trappings of Texas is to have a place for some of the most creative and talented cowboys to display their art. Trappings of Texas is the only fundraiser for the Museum of the Big Bend, and monies earned help to support not only Trappings of Texas but the many educational programs and exhibits at the museum throughout the year. Visit the Museum of the Big Bend and see for yourself the “true West” in all its forms at Trappings of Texas. For more information visit www.museumofthebigbend.com. aT
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ALPINE EVENTS These favorite celebrations draw both locals & visitors from across the country. Big Bend Livestock Show The annual Big Bend Livestock Show provides students in FFA and 4-H programs in Brewster and Jeff Davis counties an opportunity to show their lambs, pigs, goats and steers. The Livestock show occurs each January at the Alpine FFA facilities near Alpine Middle School. Learn more on their Facebook page at Big-Bend-Livestock-Show-Association Texas Cowboy Poetry Gathering Once a year, Sul Ross University hosts the Texas Cowboy Poetry Gathering - a two day event that celebrates the lives and traditions of the working cowboy through poetry, stories, and music. Students, professionals, artists, and, of course, cowboys and girls, converge from around the American West and Canada to share their pieces that capture the essence of cowboy life. Up to ten sessions run concurrently throughout the day, and are free to all. At 7pm on Friday and Saturday, two hour long showings are held in Marshall Auditorium that showcase the featured performers. The 30th annual Texas Poetry Gathering will be held on February 26-27, 2016. Visit www.texascowboypoetry.com Trappings of Texas - see page 15. Sul Ross Sports From baseball to track and field, basketball to tennis to football, sports fans can keep busy cheering for the Sul Ross Lobo teams. Events throughout the school year. Learn more at www.srlobos.com
TEXAS COWBOY POETRY GATHERING– John Cunningham and Eli Barsi performing at the 2015 event. The 2016 event will be held at Sul Ross, February 26-27, 2016.
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Big Bend Gem & Mineral Show Each April, the Chihuahuan Desert Gem & Mineral Club brings this free event to Alpine. Rock hounds and amatuer geologists will answer questions about unique rocks and gems on display and you’ll see spectacular agate collections, finished jewelry, ready to set gemstones and other unique items. Learn more at www.cdgmc.org
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Activities Drive Big Bend Drive Big Bend is a new car festival featuring antique, classic and performance automobiles. Enjoy the best driving roads – unmatched in the state – and three days filled with cars, tours, music and happy hours. There will also be a car show at historic Kokernot Field in Alpine. July 30-August 1. More information at drivebigbend.com.
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Big Bend Ranch Rodeo Calling all cowboys - or those who wish they were cowboys. Join the action and attend the annual Big Bend Ranch Rodeo August 7-8. Working cowboys participate in events celebrating the local ranching heritage and highlight a unique American lifestyle. Learn more at BigBendRanchRodeo.com.
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Cinco de Mayo A local tradition brings a wonderful enchilada dinner, themed parade, music and dancing and the Grand Mercado to Kokernot Park. Join the festitivites and learn more at www.alpinecincodemayo.com Alpine Cowboys Baseball Baseball, Apple Pie and Alpine! Come out and support the local professional team at historical Kokernot Field. Season begins each May. Learn more and see a schedule at alpine.pecosleague.com Theatre of the Big Bend - see page 12. Fourth of July Celebration A parade and fireworks bring fun and excitement to the beautiful summer evenings of July. Celebrate Independence Day in Alpine! Viva Big Bend Music Festival Viva Big Bend is the annual music festival held in, you guessed it, the Big Bend region of West Texas. The festival hosts concerts in Alpine, Marfa, Fort Davis, and Marathon. Over 50 bands of different sizes and genres participate. If music isn't enough, there's also an art show and kids activities. The festival was started in 2012 and has been a huge success. Get your tickets early. For information on Viva Big Bend's 2015 schedule and lineup check out vivabigbend.com. Event Date: July 23-26, 2015.
Big Bend Gun & Knife Show Labor Day Weekend, the Lions Club of Alpine brings the annual Big Bend Gun & Knife show to the Alpine Civic Center. Learn more at www.visitalpinetx.com Big Bend Balloon Bash Since 1987, the BBBB in Alpine has provided an unforgettable experience for sport hot air balloon pilots, sponsors, vendors and visitors. Held over Labor Day weekend each year at the AlpineCasparis airport, each day offers the chance to capture memories unique to the high mountain desert region of Alpine and the Big Bend. Scheduled events include early morning launchings, fire concert and balloon glow. Free admission and great entertainment for kids of all ages. Balloons, pilots, and crews come from all over Texas and the southwest come to participate and hundreds of visitors enjoy the public events each year. Learn more at www.bigbendballoonbash.com Alpine’s Gallery Night - Artwalk The 22nd anniversary of this unique Alpine event is scheduled for the weekend before Thanksgiving, November 20-21. This signature annual art event helps define Alpine as an art destination. Venues at galleries, shops and businesses throughout downtown feature art, music, and special entertainment. Each year a local artist is selected as the Honored Artist. This artist is featured at special showings throughout the weekend. Vendors provide food and fun at open air markets and a Silent Auction adds more interesting art for sale. More @ www.artwalkalpine.com
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Education
ALPINE HIGH SCHOOL A Challenging Educational Environment Building successful, productive life-long learners BY kayPLAVIDAL
Alpine High School (AHS)
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The academic program at AHS is a proven success. Fifty-five juniors and seniors are National Honor Society members – roughly 75 percent of the eligible student body. Students in the Class of 2014 were awarded over $500,000 in academic scholarships and received the following awards and distinctions: National Hispanic Program Scholar Finalist, National Merit Finalist, and National Merit Scholar Winner. In the 2014-2015 school year, Alpine High placed first at the regional UIL meet for Academics and is the UIL 2015 Academic Champions. In 2014, AHS advanced to National competition in the U.S. History Fair.
Students attend classes based upon their chosen graduation plan. Core courses in English, Math, Science and Social Studies are supplemented with electives that range from Music and Art, to Athletics, Robotics and a variety of CTE courses. Students may choose to learn a trade, such as Agriculture or Welding, in which an AWS D1 Certification can be earned. In 2014, AHS received perfect scores at the SkillsUSA annual welding competition, enabling them to advance to state competition. Advanced Placement classes in English, Spanish, Physics and Calculus are offered. Last year, 24 students took AP exams; 83% scored 3 or higher. Eligible juniors and seniors earn college
offers students a wellbalanced, challenging and supportive educational environment that encourages them to take responsibility and become successful, productive lifelong learners. In 2014, the Texas Education Agency awarded Alpine High School a Met Standard accountability rating and the Number One spot in the Distinction Designation Top 25 Percent: Closing Performance Gaps. In 2011, the school received the U.S. Department of Education’s National Blue Ribbon Award. The school is a member of the College Board and the National N
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PUBLIC SCHOOLS Alpine Independent School District 704 W. Sul Ross Ave. • Alpine, Texas 79830 (432) 837-7700 www.alpine.esc18.net Mission: Alpine ISD will provide our children with learning experiences to be responsible, productive and successful citizens of an ever-changing world. Children can experience a first-class education in a warm and friendly setting which only a small town can provide. The Alpine Independent School District encompasses about 1,925 square miles in Brewster County. School board members are elected from single member districts. Current enrollment at AISD is 1,090 students, on three campuses: Elementary, Middle School, and High School. The current student demographic mix is Anglo 32%; Hispanic 66%; and Other 2%. The average student/teacher ratio is approximately 12 to 1. Alpine ISD is consistently rated as a “MET standard” district and the High School has attained rating as a National Blue Ribbon School. PRIVATE SCHOOLS Alpine Christian School 402 E. Holland Ave., • Alpine, Texas 79830 (432) 837-5757 www.alpinechristianschool.com Alpine Christian School, founded in 2004 with a current enrollment of nearly 100 students, provides education for Bridge K through the 12th Grade for families of Alpine, Marfa, and Fort Davis. ACS is a member of the Association of Classical and Christian Schools and uses proven, classical education techniques based on a Biblical worldview. Alpine Montessori School 908 N. 6th St., Alpine, Texas 79830 (432) 837-2173 www.alpinemontessori.org Established in 1989, Alpine Montessori School today has two campuses in Alpine serving families from Alpine, Fort Davis, Marathon and Marfa. The primary campus offers curriculum for ages 3-6 and the elementary campus offers curriculum for ages 6-9 and 9-12.
credits at no financial cost through the Dual Credit program. Dual credit courses in Biology, History and Music taught at AHS are available to qualifying sophomores. Over 55% of AHS students continue on to a four-year university.
BAND Students can choose from Concert Band, Marching Band, Jazz Band, Drumline and Color Guard. The 85-member Concert Band performs Solo and Ensemble. Concert Band students have advanced to state-level competition for the past 13 years. In 2015, they were selected to play at Carnegie Hall as part of the National Youth Concert Program. In 2013, EDUCATION cont. on page 20.
UNIVERSITY Sul Ross State University P.O. Box C-119, Alpine, Texas 79832 (432) 837-8432 www.sulross.edu Sul Ross State University boasts a combination of small class size, an appreciation of both fine arts and the sciences, as well as popular professional programs in a relaxed, friendly environment. As a coeducational, comprehensive, public institution of higher education, SRSU offers certificate programs and associate, bachelor’s and masters’ degree programs. The university offers 36 undergraduate programs and 23 graduate programs. SRSU comprises 647 acres and boasts a beautiful 93-acre campus and also has a 468acre working ranch that serves the animal sciences program. There are three satellite campuses, in Del Rio, Uvalde and Eagle Pass. Key facilities of SRSU include: • Archives of the Big Bend • Center for Big Bend Studies • Chihuahuan Desert Resource Conservation and Development • Museum of the Big Bend • Minority and Small Business Development Center Athletic teams compete in the American Southwest Conference. Rodeo is a significant part of the SRSU program and the university is the birthplace of the prestigious National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (NIRA). See pages 22 & 23.
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The Alpine High School Concert Band
EDUCATION continued from page 19 they participated in a “soundtrack session” workshop with professional clinicians at Disney Studios in California and recorded their own score. Alpine High’s 100-member marching band, the Buck Band, typically places high in regional competitions. In 2010, they were chosen to represent Texas at the National Independence Day Parade in Washington, D.C. The 15-member Jazz Band covers all styles of jazz - including improvisation - and dabbles in experimental ensembles. They play at local events, including Alpine’s annual Relay for Life. The Alpine Drumline is the only competitive 2A drumline in all of west Texas. In 2014, the Drumline won First Place in their Division, and the Color Guard placed third.
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the addition of a new track. AHS athletic teams typically make it to the playoffs. This year, the football, girls softball, boys track, and golf team advanced to state-level competition. FFA is big at AHS and students typically place high in competitions. This year was the first time AHS students competed in the “One Act Play” UIL competition; they performed the Insanity of Mary Gerarld and advanced to state. Another first was participation in the “Texas High School Mock Trial” UIL competition; the students advanced to state and are already preparing for the 2015/2016 Mock Trial competition. More could be said, but it’s plain to see... Whatever the activity, AHS students work hard and compete well. aT
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Sul Ross University
Sul Ross Industrial Technology Program Rebuilding Firm Foundation BY steveLANG
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“Who is going to build the machine that builds your computers or the desk the computer sits on? People are starting to value this type of work again.” “The students have been out recruiting and bringing in their friends. They love this place.” An IT Club was organized shortly before Homecoming 2014, and the club won the parade float competition, finished second in the cupcake challenge, third overall in Spirit Week activities and sponsored a Queen candidate, freshman Bailey Walker of Marfa. Junior Catano, Marfa, switched his major from Agricultural Education to IT as soon as the program was reinstated last spring. “I have a career plan,” he said. “After graduation (May 2016), I plan to go to Houston to the Ocean Corporation and get my commercial diving license for underwater welding.” “When I first came in (to Sul Ross), I didn’t know what I wanted to do,” Catano said. “I thought I would get my teacher certification to teach welding down the road. But when the IT major returned and I found out about it, I saw it’s what I do (he works as a welder and also does carpentry for El Cosmico in Marfa).” “I enjoy the machine tool technology and I want to do some (metal) casting,” he added. When IT was closed in March 2011, the
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program had dwindled to 11 majors. Former IT professor Dr. Roy Smith was named interim director to succeed Dr. Dan Vrudny, who died unexpectedly earlier in the semester. Wasserman was hired to teach the required classes to enable the remaining majors to complete the program, in addition to teaching Agricultural Education classes, including welding, metal working, construction and small engines. The program would have been phased out by Spring 2015, but Wasserman and Smith had other ideas. “We were talking one day and instead of just finishing the program, we made a decision to try and rebuild,” Wassermann said. He added that as discussion and proposals for new and revamped curriculum developed, administrative support grew. Dr. Larry Guerrero, Dean of the College of Professional Studies, also saw possibilities when he assumed his duties in Fall Semester 2012. “In 2013, Representative Nevarez led the efforts to overturn the Coordinating Board decision and we were able to reinstate IT. From that point on, we were able to give
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Zero to 24 majors in two semesters. Those numbers mark the rebuilding speed of Sul Ross State University’s Industrial Technology (IT) program since it was reinstated a year ago. New courses, renewed enthusiasm, energy and commitment have retooled a program that was being phased out four years earlier. The program was designated as lowproducing (fewer than 25 graduates in five years) under Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board standards. Subsequent legislative action, led by State Rep. Pancho Nevarez, Eagle Pass, overturned the Coordinating Board action, leading to reinstatement of the program last spring. Department chair Scott Wassermann, himself an IT graduate (B.S. 2009, M.Ed. 2014), said there were several reasons for the resurgence. “Part of it is that Industrial Technology is something tangible that appeals to a broad spectrum of learners,” he said. “Students can get hands-on education and have finished products at the end of the semester.” In addition, new courses have been developed in response to interest expressed by public schools. “Technical education shifted (from manual components) to computers, but in recent years, public schools have indicated that we need this type of education,” Wassermann said. “Who is going to build the machine that builds your computers or the desk the computer sits on? People are starting to value this type of work again.” “Finally, the success we have had is a lot of people working, from administration to faculty and staff to the students,” he said.
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Sul Ross Industrial Technology chair Scott Wassermann (left) with woodworking students Josiah Bencomo, Fort Davis; Junior Catano, Marfa; and Thomas Stoddard, Big Bend National Park. Since re-instatement a year ago, the IT program has grown to 24 majors.
Scott two cycles of HEAF (Higher Education Assistance Funds) funding to replace outdated equipment,” he said, adding that hazardous materials and other debris were removed, the building was repainted and thoroughly cleaned. “When I first walked through the 19,000 square foot building, all we heard was crickets,” he said. “IT pretty much received a facelift over the last six-eight months, and you don’t hear crickets anymore, you hear machinery, and that’s music to your ears.” Wassermann, mentored by Smith, developed a number of new courses, including solar energy technology, which is
“Industrial Technology is something tangible that appeals to a broad spectrum of learners”
enhanced by grant funding. Advanced welding technology and welding certification classes are now offered for the first time. Welding certification has attracted considerable industry interest for qualified students. “If a student passes 3F and 4F (welding requirements), they can automatically qualify for 16-week company welding programs,” Wassermann said. “Salaries start at $35,000 and this (certification) gets a big foot in the door.” Somewhat surprisingly, the most popular course has been black-and-white photography, offered as a creative arts option in the degree plan. “Last fall, we capped the class at 20 students and there were more students wanting to get in,” Wassermann said. “We will offer it again next fall.”
Welding remains a popular course as well, and adjunct instructor Ray Bullock brings 40 years of industrial experience and 30 years of teaching to the program. Terry Ross, a retired tool and die maker with 33 years’ experience, serves as an adjunct instructor in machine tool technology. Wassermann teaches three classes (with labs) in both the long semesters, including engineering drawing, basic electricity and woodworking during the present semester. “The solar energy course elicited interest from the community and led to an anonymous $10,000 donation for scholarships,” Wassermann said, adding that seven different Sul Ross endowments offer scholarships for IT majors. Industrial Technology has also added the Administrative Systems and Technology program, which prepares students for a career as a supervisor, administrative assistant, executive assistant, records manager, technology coordinator, corporate trainer, and manager. Courses are taught by Mazie Will, associate professor of Business Administration, and the program has 15 majors. Wassermann said that two IT courses are now included in the core curriculum for every campus degree plan. “We are confident that the continued administrative support will foster additional growth,” said Wasserman. “Scott has just done an outstanding job,” said Guerrero. “He was faced with adversity, he persevered and now he’s making progress. There is a whole different atmosphere (in IT) and what we were wishing it to be the first time we walked through the building, it has kind of become. It is really uplifting to see the program back with 24 majors.” For more information, contact Wassermann, (432) 837-8137 or jwassermann@sulross.edu.
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Approximate Driving Distance to Alpine in Miles Balmorhea State Park ...............................60 Big Bend National Park Boundary..............80 Big Bend National Park Headquarters......108 Del Rio ....................................................205 El Paso....................................................242 Fort Davis .................................................26 Fort Stockton (I-10) ...................................67 Lajitas.......................................................95 Marathon ..................................................31 Marfa........................................................27 Midland/Odessa (Int’l Airport) ..................165 Pecos (I-20) ............................................120 Presidio (Port of Entry)...............................88 Sanderson ................................................86 Study Butte/Terlingua................................78 Van Horn (I-10)........................................100
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Alpine Street Index Street.................................Grid A Mtn. Rd. .................................K10 Alpine West ................................E3 Andy St.......................................B4 Anson St. W. ...............................J3 Antelope Dr.................................L3 Apple St. .....................................F7 Apricot St. .............................F6, F7 Arcadia St. W ..............................J3 Ave. A .........................................J6 Ave. B .........................................J7 Ave. E ........................................J8 Ave. F..........................................J9 Ave. H E. ..................................M10 Ave. H W....................................G9 Ave. I E .....................................M10 Ave. I W ......................................F9 Ave J E ......................................L10 Ave. J W.....................................G9 Ave. K........................................L10
Baeza Cir. ....................................I8 Berkley St. S ...............................L9 Bird St. N ...................................M7 Bird St. S....................................M9 Brown St. E ................................K6 Brown St. W ...............................G6 Brunson St .................................D4 Cabell.........................................Q2 Cactus St...................................F10 Cemetery Rd. ...........................Q10 Ceredo.......................................Q2 Chastain St. S ...........................N10 Cherry Ln. ...................................L2 Cherry St.....................................F6 Cockrell St. N ..............................L7 Cockrell St. S ..............................L9 Cotter St. ....................................F8 Country Club Estates Dr. ............U7 Covey Ln ....................................D5 Dawson St..................................G8 Deer Run Rd...............................D3
Del Rio St. E ................................J5 Del Rio St. W ..............................G5 Doe Ct. .......................................E3 Dove Rd. ...................................B10 Durrell St. ....................................F8 Eagle Pass St. ............................H5 Easy St. ......................................E5 Enfield Rd. ..................................K2 Ferguson St. S ..........................O10 Fighting Buck Ave.......................K5 Fort Davis Ave. E.........................J4 Fort Davis Ave. W ........................I4 Fort Davis St. W .........................H4 Gallego Ave. ...............................J9 Gray St. ......................................C5 Halbert St. ..................................E8 Hamlin Ave. ..........................D6, E6 Hancock Ave. E. ........................M6 Hancock Dr. N. ..........................M7 Hancock St. S ...........................N10 Harmon St. S ............................M10
Harriet St. E ................................L2 Harriet St. W ...............................J2 Harrison St. N ............................M7 Harrison St. S ............................L10 Haystack Mtn. Dr .......................D3 Hendryx Dr. E .............................L3 Hendryx Dr. W ............................J3 Holland Ave.................................J8 Jackson St. S ............................N10 Jeremy St. ..................................F3 Joann St. ...................................J10 John W. Rd. ................................L2 June St. E ...................................L2 June St. W ..................................J2 Kenova.......................................Q2 Las Auras ...................................T5 Lechugilla Ln. .............................L11 Lemon St. ...................................D7 Live Oak St. ...............................E10 Lockhart Ave. ..............................J7 Logan .........................................P2
Longbranch................................Q2 Loop Dr................................N2, U5 Loop Rd.....................................M4 Los Ranchos Estates Rd. ...........O2 Lujan Rd. ....................................D4 Marfa Ave. E ...............................J4 Marfa Ave. W .............................G4 Matewan ....................................Q3 Means St. ...................................F8 Middle School Dr.........................F6 Mingo Dr. ....................................P3 Mosley Ln. ..................................B7 Mosley Loop ..............................D8 Mountain Side Dr. ......................O11 Mountain View Rd. ....................D10 Mulberry St.................................D6 Murphy St ...................................J8 Nations St. E...............................K6 Nations St. S. ..............................E9 Nations St. W. ..............................I6 Neville Haynes St. ....................M10
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Old Marathon Rd........................O9 Orange St. ..................................E6 Peach Landing............................E5 Peach St. ....................................E5 Peach Tree Cr.............................E5 Peach Tree St.............................D4 Pear St........................................D7 Phelps St. N ................................L7 Phelps St. S.................................L9 Plum St. ......................................D7 Prairie View Ln. ..........................D3 Pvt. Cordova ............................M10 Quince St. ...................................E6 Ragin St. S ................................N10 Sanderson St. E ..........................J5 Sanderson St. W ........................G5 Scott Ln......................................D9 Scown St. ...................................F3 Seth St. W...................................F3 Snedecor Ln. ..............................B3 Stockton St. E .............................J5 Stockton St. W ...........................G5
Sul Ross Ave. ..............................J7 Sunny Glen Rd............................A4 Ted St. ........................................C5 Tom Lackey Rd. .........................B4 Twin Peaks Dr.............................D9 Uvalde St. E ................................J5 Uvalde St. W ...............................E6 Walker St. N ................................L7 Walker St. S ...............................L10 1st St. N ......................................K7 1st St. S.......................................K9 2nd. St. N ...................................K8 2nd. St. S....................................K9 3rd. St. N ....................................K7 3rd. St. S .....................................J9 4th St. N ......................................J7 4th St. S ......................................J9 5th St. N......................................J5 5th St. S ......................................J9 6th St. N ......................................J7 6th St. S ......................................J9 7th St. N .......................................I7
7th St. S .......................................I9 8th St. N .......................................I7 8th St. S .......................................I9 9th St. N .......................................I7 9th St. S .......................................I9 10th St. N .....................................I7 10th St. S ....................................H9 11th St. N ....................................H7 11th St. S.....................................H9 12th St. N....................................H7 12th St. S ....................................H9 13th St. N....................................H7 13th St. S ....................................H9 14th St. N ...................................G6 14th St. S ....................................G9 15th St. N ...................................G5 15th St. S ....................................G9 16th St. N ...................................G6 16th St. S ....................................G9 17th St. N ....................................G7
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Brewster County Courthouse
Holland Ave
BREWSTER COUNTY County web site Sheriff County Clerk Appraisal District Tax Assessor/Collector Emergency Management CITY OF ALPINE City offices Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center Alpine Police
www.brewstercountytx.com 837-3488 837-3366 837-2558 837-2214 837-9876
837-3301 www.ci.alpine.tx.us 837-2326 www.alpinetexas.com 837-2326 www.visitalpinetx.com 837-3486
Alpine Fire Animal Control Alpine Public Library
837-2366 837-3486 837-2621
Alpine ISD
837-7700
Sul Ross State University
837-8011
Regional Medical Center
837-3447
Alpine-Casparis Airport
837-5929
DPS Highway Patrol
837-3073
US Border Patrol
837-6100
City Utilities
837-3301 or 837-0047
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877-373-4858 AEP Texas
Electric Power-meter present (Address or ESI#) Newspaper Alpine Avalanche
The Big Bend Sentinel
Radio KVLF 1240 AM & KALP 92.7 FM
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Big Bend Regional Medical Center (BBRMC) serves a vast region of over 12,000 square miles, encompassing the towns of Alpine, Marfa, Marathon, Ft. Davis, Presidio, Study Butte, Terlingua and Big Bend National Park and all points in between. BBRMC is a 25-bed facility with a Level IV Trauma designated Emergency Department along with ICU, Medical, Surgical and Women’s Units. There is also a Diagnostic Imaging Department with X-ray, CT Scan, Fluoroscopy, Ultrasound and weekly MRI, a full-service Rehabilitation Department where Physical, Speech and Occupational therapies are offered, Laboratory, Respiratory Therapy, Case Management and Community Services Departments. Additionally, in the medical office portion of the hospital is the Big Bend Regional Health Center (BBRHC), home to Drs. Roane McLaughlin, Obstetrics, and
Rafael Escovar, Family Practice with Ob, Dr. John Ray, Family Practice, Dr. Ekta Escovar, Pediatrician and Allison Ainsworth, Family Nurse Practitioner. The BBRHC is open Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm, all are accepting new patients and walk-ins are welcome. BBRMC has been a recipient of two Joint Commission Key Quality Performer Awards in 2011 and 2012, 2012 Press Ganey Summit Award for Quality, 2012 National Rural Hospital Association Award Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals, and a 2013 Health and Human Services Commission Award for Quality. The hospital is very active in the community, sponsoring many major events and volunteering. The Employee Activities
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Committee is busy year round fundraising for the Relay for Life, hosting toy drives at Christmas and school supply drives at the beginning of the school year, along with coat drives and canned food drives. The doctors at the BBRHC travel to Marfa and Presidio to see patients, as well. For more information on Big Bend Regional Medical Center visit their website at www.BigBendHealthcare.com. For more information on the Physicians in the Big Bend Regional Health Center visit www.BBRHC.com.
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Alpine is on the frontier of far West Texas, in vast, beautiful and rugged country. It’s easy to get to if you’re willing to invest a few traveling hours. You won’t be disappointed, as Alpine and the entire Big Bend region are like no other in Texas. Alpine Train Depot
HIGHWAYS: Alpine is situated on conjoined U.S. Hwys. 67 and 90. Hwy. 67 is a major north/south route running from the border with Mexico at Presidio to San Angelo, after crossing IH-10. Hwy. 90 is a major east/west route running from Van Horn and IH-10 to Del Rio and beyond to San Antonio. Both highways are broad, shouldered and well maintained for high speed. Travel on these routes by car, motorcycle or bicycle is convenient with small towns spaced about 30 miles apart. For the more adventurous traveler, TX 17 can be taken from IH-10 in Balmorhea through Wild Rose Pass to Fort Davis, connecting with TX 118 into Alpine. Or, TX 118 can be taken from IH-10 in Kent through the Davis Mountains and Fort Davis to
Alpine. These routes are slower, very scenic, over good roads and offer a unique introduction to Big Bend country. BUS: A private carrier, All Aboard America, offers two north bound and two south bound trips daily between Presidio and the MidlandOdessa Airport, with stops in Alpine. All Aboard America connects with Greyhound in Fort Stockton and Odessa for nationwide service. The bus stop in Alpine is presently at KC’s Quick Mart (837-5497) on east Hwy. 67/90. Go to www.allaboardamerica.com for times and fares. RAIL: Amtrak offers passenger rail service to Alpine two times per week west bound and two times per week east bound. The train uses the Union Pacific tracks with stops in Sanderson and Del Rio on its way to San
Antonio, and stops in El Paso and Tucson on its way to Los Angeles. The historic train depot is conveniently located at Holland Ave. and Fifth St. in downtown Alpine. Visit www.amtrak.com for times and fares. Air: The Alpine-Casparis Municipal Airport (837-5929) is a public use general aviation airport located north of the downtown area. It is available for non-scheduled flights. Please check with the airport for scheduled charter flight service. The Midland-Odessa International Airport (MAF) is a 2 ½ - 3 hour drive and is also served by All Aboard America. The El Paso International Airport (ELP) is a 3 ½ - 4 hour drive. Rental Cars: Rental cars are available at Alpine Auto Rental. Call 432-837-3463, or www.alpineautorental.com.
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Churches Baptist Student Ministry Box 935 SRSU Dan Dunagan; 432-837-2675/2305
First Baptist Church 203 N. 4th Street Skip McNeal; 432-837-2487/7127
Holy Cross Anglican Church 903 Fighting Buck Ave. John Medvick; 432-837-7170/5718
Big Bend Cowboy Church 90410 E Hwy 90 Elliot Wendel; 432-364-2822
First Christian Church 6th & Sul Ross Ave., 837-2275 Lana Covington; 432-837-3371/2443
Jail Ministry Oscar Cobos; 432-837-3985
Border Patrol Chaplaincy Bill Brooks, 432-729-5200
First Presbyterian Church 5th Street & Lockhart Ave. Jobeth McLeod; 432-837-2449/9000
Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church 406 S. 6th 5th St. and Gallego Ave. Paul Lister; 432-837-3304; 386-3075
First United Methodist Church 208 E. Sul Ross Ave., 837-2286 Jane Vaughan; 432-837-2280
Pure Word Baptist Church 405 E. Gallego Dean Rutledge, 837-0142
St. Luke Episcopal Church 1102 N. 5th Henry Doherty; 432-837-1653
Grace Christian Fellowship 801 E. Brown Mark & Shirley Williams, 432-837-9117 or 386-6203
Redeemer Lutheran Church 15th and Holland Craig Frye; 432-837-7213
University Baptist Church 1707 N. 4th St., 837-9583
Calvary Apostolic Church HC65 Box 1, Alpine, TX 79831 Mickey Hager; 837-1720 Church in the Mountains 1006 N. 9th Clark Nussbaum; 432-837-1319; 386-0722 Church of Christ 2nd and Sul Ross, 837-2040 Darroll Wright; 325-232-1035
Hillside Baptist Church East Hwy 90 Contact: 837-5205
First Assembly of God 1802 Fort Davis Hwy Suzano Carillo; 432-837-2264
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St. Jonah Orthodox Church 105 E Gallego Ave.; www.bigbendorthodox.org Contact: 364-2240
Wesley Foundation Contact: srsupastor@yahoo.com Wild Fire Ministries Kerry & Toni Hellums; 432-413-4268/4267
St. James Episcopal Church 510 N. 6th St. Dallas Baxter, 837-7313 or 386-6235
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Hiking and Camping Big Bend National Park, Davis Mountains State Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park offer dozens of hiking, trekking and back country camping opportunities. Check at the Visitor Centers or with the respective Ranger stations for trail information, camping permits and other information. Biking The desert mountains of the Big Bend region offer some of the most scenic bicycle touring routes and challenging off road biking trails in Texas. You can plan your own adventure or consult with a local guide, outfitter or ranger to help you experience the best the region offers. Motorcycling The Big Bend region is one of the most popular motorcycling destinations in the southwest. Two of Texas’ most scenic, highly prized and praised motorcycle touring routes are the Davis Mountains Scenic Loop and FM 170, River Road, along the Rio 32
Grande between Terlingua and Presidio. Bird Watching Over 500 bird species have been recorded in the Big Bend region of the Chihuahuan Desert, making this area a birder’s paradise. Just a few of the most popular birding sites are Davis Mountains State Park, Chisos Basin and Rio Grande Village in Big Bend National Park, Big Bend Ranch State Park and The Post Park, south of Marathon. Jeep Tours Several area outfitters can provide an unforgettable experience of breathtaking scenery, adventurous touring, wildlife viewing, and history. Hunting The Big Bend Region and Davis Mountains regions are famous for exciting and challenging hunting. Several area private ranches provide outfitters that can arrange everything from a fully guided hunt complete with luxury hotel and fine dining, to a
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remote and rugged hunt deep into the wilderness to test the most skilled hunter. Check the Buyers’ Guide for area hunting ranches. Rock Hounding The Big Bend Region of Texas is famous for its beautiful agate and jasper. Because all of the land in the Big Bend is privately owned or parkland, you need the owner’s permission before you can hunt. The Stillwell Ranch, south of Marathon, is open daily from October to May for rockhunting (432) 376-2244. Or you can take a guided rockhunt with Teri Smith, who leads field trips to several area ranches. She can be reached at www.terismithrockhunts.com, or (432) 837-2451. You can also hunt rocks on the road cuts in the area. To learn about what the local rocks look like, visit the Last Frontier Museum, in the lobby of the Antelope Lodge, 2310 W. Highway 90 in Alpine. River rafting and canoeing The mighty Rio Grande is a popular rafting and canoeing
destination. Several outfitters in Terlingua can provide guides for your river adventure of a few hours or several days. If you’re planning your own adventure, please check with an outfitter or with Big Bend National Park or Big Bend Ranch State Park for current river conditions, access points, and permit requirements. Horseback trail riding There are several private horseback riding outfitters in the region. You can choose to ride in the cool pine forests of the Davis Mountains or explore the rugged desert along the Rio Grande and other unique spots. Star Gazing The night time skies of the Big Bend region are among the darkest in the nation. Local organizations are working to preserve this unique quality of the region. You can attend an organized Star Party at McDonald Observatory, or step outside anywhere and witness a spectacular heavenly display.
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Regional Parks Big Bend National Park www.nps.gov/bibe/ 108 miles south on TX 118 to Park Headquarters at Panther Junction. At over 800,000 acres, Big Bend National Park is the largest protected area of the Chihuahuan Desert in the U.S. The Park is known as “Three Parks in One”, with towering mountain, vast desert and thriving riparian environments, all situated along the “big bend” of the Rio Grande. Big Bend Ranch State Park www.tpwd.state.tx.us 102 miles south and west on TX 118 and FM 170 This is the largest state park in Texas with 300,000 acres of rugged and remote Chihuahuan Desert along the Rio Grande. Stop at the Barton Warnock Center on FM 170 just east of Lajitas for information. Fort Davis National Historic Site www.nps.gov 27 miles north on TX 118, in Fort Davis One of the best remaining, restored and open to the public examples of frontier military posts in the American southwest. From 1854 to 1891 troops protected migrants, freighters, mail coaches and travelers on the San Antonio-El Paso Road. Opportunities for touring the fort, and hiking trails which connect with Davis Mountains State Park.
Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center and Botanical Gardens www.cdri.org 20 miles north on TX 118 Provides public awareness of the natural diversity of the Chihuahuan Desert region. Features a visitor center, outdoor exhibits, botanical gardens and hiking trails. Davis Mountains State Park and Indian Lodge www.tpwd.state.tx.us 29 miles north on TX 118 4 miles northwest of Fort Davis, the park comprises nearly 2709 acres with elevations ranging from 50006000 feet. Opportunities for camping, lodging, birding, hiking, and dining in the scenic Davis Mountains. Santa Elena Canyon The Marfa Lights 16 miles west on U.S. 90/67 to viewing area Mysterious lights first observed and recorded in 1883 by early settlers. Still a visitor attraction today. A video can be seen at Apache Trading Post in Alpine. Texas Mountain Trail www.texasmountaintrail.com A driving route through the six western-most counties of Texas. Highlights along the trail are historic sites, museums, state parks and unique mountain and desert communities.
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Neighboring Towns Each of the neighboring cities and towns has their own distinct history, culture and personality. Whether you’re interested in historic western frontier forts; are seeking a taste of minimalist art or Old Mexico; are a railroad buff or want to see real cowboys at work, you can experience what makes West Texas unique all within a short drive of Alpine. Fort Davis www.fortdavis.com 26 miles north on TX 118 A historic town and home of The Fort Davis National Historic Site. The highest town in Texas features a historic walking tour, shopping and lodging. Fort Davis is also the Hummingbird Capital of Texas with 16 confirmed species. The high altitude and mild year round climate make it a haven for 511 different species of birds which is the highest concentration in one region of bird species in America.
Fort Stockton www.fortstockton.info 67 miles north on U.S. 67 Home of Paisano Pete, the world’s largest roadrunner, Fort Stockton is the westbound I-10 Big Bend gateway, featuring a historic downtown and the frontier Fort Stockton, other attractions, lodging and dining options. Marathon www.marathontexas.com 30 miles east on U.S. 90 A historic railroad town and gateway to the eastern entrance to Big Bend National Park. One of Texas’ best kept secrets features historic lodging and unique dining.
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Marfa www.marfacc.com 25 miles west on U.S. 90/67 Home to the worldrecognized Chinati Foundation and several unique art galleries. Art, filmmaking, soaring over Marfa, and the Marfa Mystery Lights provide a unique blend of activities.
Bend Ranch State Park and Big Bend National Park and the western terminus of “River Road”, FM 170, one of the most scenic drives in North America. Presidio/Ojinaga is the only 24 hour port of entry in the Big Bend region. Terlingua/Study Butte www.bigbendchamber.homestead.com
Presidio www.cityofpresidio.com 61 miles south of Marfa on US 67 The western gateway to Big
78 miles south on TX 118 Between Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park; gateway to the western entrance to the national park. Featuring the Terlingua Ghost Town, adventure outfitters, services, shopping, dining, and lodging. Van Horn www.vanhorntexas.us 99 miles west on U.S. 90 A key travel center in the shadow of Guadalupe Mountains National Park and El Capitan, Van Horn is the eastbound I-10 Big Bend gateway, providing wide choice of lodging options and traveler services.
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Advertiser Index
7M Fabrication..............................................33 A Sign of Recognition....................................21 Aliciaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mexican Restaurant ..........................38 Alpine Auto Rental & Sales..............................7 Alpine Cowboys ............................................27 Alpine Farmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Market.................................37 Alpine Public Library .....................................35 Alpine Storage ..............................................21 Alpine Veterinary Clinic .................................30 Alpine Visitor Center........................................3 Artwalk.........................................................11 Bakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dozen Donuts...................................38 Bella Dental West Texas ................................13 Big Bend Arts Council ...................................30 Big Bend Brewing Co. .....................................3 Big Bend Coffee Roasters ...............................7 Big Bend Saddlery ........................................37 Big Bend Telephone ......................................31 Big Bend Title, LLC........................................11 Big Canyon Television ..................................27 Capital Farm Credit .......................................29 Carpenter Realty...........................................29 Catchlight Art Gallery ....................................35 Chambers & Co. Your Realty..........................35 Double K Flowers..........................................27 Farmers - Dona Ward....................................28 Front Street Books ..........................................7 Gage Hotel....................................................13 GSM Insurors Of West Texas Bethany Brookover .......................................31 Hampton Inn.................................................21 Highland Drug...............................................28 Highland Inn .................................................37 Holiday Inn Express & Suites.........................21 Johnson Feed & Western Wear.......................7 KCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Quickmart & RV Park.............................29
KVLF Radio ...................................................35 Kiowa Gallery ...............................................33 Learning for Life - Cathy Wright ....................11 Marfa Public Radio........................................11 McDonalds ...................................................27 Mitchellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Furniture .......................................31 Morrison True Value ......................................35 Mountain Zone TV Systems...........................29 Mtn. View Properties .....................................11 Museum Of Big Bend ....................................48 Needleworks, Etc..........................................27 Oak Tree Inn .................................................33 Odessa College.............................................38 Open Range, The ............................................7 Parsons Real Estate ......................................21 Pennyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Diner ...............................................33 Porters Thriftway ..........................................37 Rio Grande Electric Co-op .............................37 Sarabiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Portable Jons.................................13 Sheriff Ronny Dodson ...................................37 Skinnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Drilling & Well Service ...................27 Stable Performance Cars, The .......................37 State Farm - Monica Woodall ........................21 Subway ........................................................38 Sul Ross Small Business Development Center .....................................31 Sul Ross State University ................................7 Sul Ross Theatre...........................................33 Tallent Roofing, Inc. ......................................31 Talley Reed Insurance ...................................35 Twin Peaks Liquors.......................................30 Twin Peaks Self Storage ...............................37 Van Horn Texas ...............................................2 West Texas Realty.........................................30 Westex Community Credit Union ...................11 WTG Fuels ....................................................28
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MEMBERSHIP Consider being part of the Alpine Chamber of Commerce. Here are just a few of the many benefits you’ll receive by belonging to the Chamber.
ALPINE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Pictured from left to right: Mark Chandler, Dave Dumas, Rusty Herman, Kip Sullivan, Martha Latta, Rick Kelly, and Shelby Gonzales. Missing are: Darrell Dodds, Denise Groves, and Jim McDonald. President- Dave Dumas; VP- Kip Sullivan; SecretaryJim McDonald; Treasurer- Rick Kelly
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Grow Your Customer Base Your membership provides you with tremendous opportunities for high profile exposure. Through our many publications, website, members only Visitor Center displays, and media exposure through mixers, your company reaches thousands of new potential customers. Impact Our Community Through Committees And Task Forces Bring your experience to the table. Join any of the many exciting and rewarding committees designed to help your business and community flourish. Reach Out To Potential New Customers Our website contains a full listing of our members, staff, and upcoming events. With over one million hits each year, your own website is just a click away from those visiting the Chamber website.
Business Advocacy The Alpine Chamber maintains a strong business presence at all levels of government to protect and advance business interests. Maximize Networking Opportunities The Alpine Chamber offers monthly mixers and social events that make it easy to personally connect with prospective customers and suppliers. Referrals The Chamber averages 230 calls each week inquiring after goods, services or other information concerning the Alpine/ Big Bend area. Membership entitles you to first referral status. Display of Member Information Thousands of people visit our Chamber office each year where the cards, brochures and flyers of our member businesses are on prominent display.
To join the Chamber, please visit www.alpinetexas.com, drop by 106 N. 3rd St., or call (432) 837-2326 Marketing Opportunities The Chamber “Business News” newsletter offers updates on local, state and national issues concerning your business, as well as member news and features. Annual Awards Banquet The annual Awards Banquet is held each January and honors an Alpine student and local business leaders with three different awards. The 2014 recipients and the awards they received are: Grace Jahn received the Mr. Jim Francois - Student of the Year Award named in honor of Jim Francois, a strong supporter of Sul Ross University, Sunshine House, Alpine Public Library, Alpine High School graduate scholarships, the
Visitors Center and other organizations. The Sul Ross Fine Arts Building is named in his honor. Elida Polanco received the Benjamin Berkeley - Citizen of the Year Award named in honor of Dr. Berkeley who helped form the Alpine Commercial Club which is now the Alpine Chamber of Commerce. He was the first mayor, bank president, and was a Texas state senator. Elizabeth Young Beam received the Paul Forchheimer - Business Professional of the Year Award named in honor of Mr. Forchheimer, a longtime civic and business leader and strong supporter of Sul Ross University.
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Accommodations
SUPERIOR LAND SERVICES, LLC
Auto Repair
Beauty Salons/Spas
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES
1501 W. Fort Davis, Alpine
BAM AUTOMOTIVE
AMERICANA
2004 E. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-9597 www.hiexpress.com
(432) 837-2026
1200 S. Hwy 118, Alpine (432) 837-0890 www.bamautomotive.net
210 W. Ave E, Alpine (432) 837-1773 www.salonamericana.com
OASIS TIRE CO.
EVA’S SALON
Accountants PACE & ASSOCIATES 212 N. 6th St., Alpine (432) 837-3371
Art Foundation INTERNATIONAL WOMAN'S FOUNDATION 705 W. Bonnie St., Marfa (432) 729-1852 www.haciendadelarcon.org
www.mrpacecpa.com
Art Galleries DANIELLA C. LARA, CPA, PC 610 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-5861
Acupuncture DR. PETROSKY 125 N. 6th St., Alpine (432) 837-1800
Advertising / Promotion ALPINE AVALANCHE 118 N. 5th St., Alpine (432) 837-3334 www.alpineavalanche.com
BIG BEND FILM COMMISSION P.O. Box 2551, Alpine (432) 386-3823 www.shootbigbend.com
BLUE SKY PRODUCTIONS P.O. Box 1824, Alpine (432) 614-4074 www.blueskyinfo.net
BIG BEND ARTS COUNCIL GALLERY ON THE SQUARE (GOTS) 115 W. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-7203 www.bigbendartscouncil.org
BIG BEND COFFEE ROASTERS 510 W San Antonio St, Marfa (432) 729-4503 www.bigbendcoffee.com
117 W. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-9422 www.catchlightartgallery.com
P.O. Box 1135, Marfa (432) 729-4362 www.chinati.org
CURRY STUDIO & GALLERY 104 West Murphy St., Alpine (432) 837-0735 tomcurrystudio@gmail.com
KIOWA GALLERY
Alpine, TX 79830 (432) 294-2252 www.jenniferboomer.com
KIOWA GALLERY
KVLF RADIO STATION 500 E. Hendryx, Alpine (432) 837-2144 www.bigbendradio.com
Always Hiring McDONALD’S 900 E. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-3640
Automotive
GAGE HOTEL
THE STABLE PERFORMANCE CARS
Northeast Hwy 90, Marathon (432) 386-4205 www.gagehotel.com
511 W. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-9789 www.thestablealpine.com
MENDIAS & CO.
Banks & Credit Unions
Bed & Breakfast HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES
108 W. Avenue E, Alpine (432) 837-5948 www.capitalfarmcredit.com
2004 E. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-9597 www.hiexpress.com
FORT DAVIS STATE BANK
Better Business Bureau
1102 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-1888 www.fdsb.com
105 E. Holland Ave, Alpine (432) 837-3067
LIVIN MY DREAM 301 W. Holland Ave. #A, Alpine livinmydreamsartcoop@gmail.com
STATE FARM INSURANCE 906 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-5631 www.monicawoodall.com
THE STABLE PERFORMANCE CARS
10100 West CR 118 Midland (432) 563-1880 www.bbb.org
Bicycle Services/Rentals
TRANSPECOS BANK
BIKEMAN
102 W. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-0094 www.transpecosbanks.com
602 W. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-5050 www.alpinebikeman.com
WEST TEXAS NATIONAL BANK
Birthday Parties
101 E. Ave E, Alpine (432) 837-9389 www.wtnb.com
McDONALD’S
WESTEX COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION
Bookkeeping
608 W. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 586-6631 www.wccu.net
113 N. 2nd St., Alpine (432) 837-3651
THE OPEN RANGE 2707 E. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) (432) 9918 www.theopenrangefineart.com
BBB PERMIAN BASIN
Bar/Saloon HARRY’S TINAJA 412 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-5060 www.harrys-tinaja.com
900 E. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-3640
ARLIE BRYANT CPA
Books & Stationery ALPINE PUBLIC LIBRARY 805 W. Ave. E Alpine 432.837.2621 www.alpinepubliclibrary.org
FRONT STREET BOOKS
511 W. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-9789 www.thestablealpine.com
LONE STAR INN 2800 Hwy 90 W, Alpine (432) 837-1100
121 E. Holland, Alpine (432) 837-3360 www.fsbooks.com
Arts & Crafts
RAILROAD BLUES
RE-READS BOOKSTORE
Apartments
OCOTILLO ENTERPRISES
ALPINE HEIGHTS
205 N. 5th St., Alpine (432) 837-5353
504 W. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-3103 www.railroadblues.com
805 W. Ave E, Alpine (432) 837-2621 www.alpinepubliclibrary.org
REATA RESTAURANTS
Builders
203 N. 5th St., Alpine (432) 837-9232 www.reata.net/alpine-texas-restaurant.html
BIG BEND CONCRETE
700 N. Bird St., Alpine (432) 837-2273
ALPINE MANOR 1001 Fighting Buck Ave., Alpine (432) 837-1414
Appraisal Services CARPENTER REAL ESTATE
Artist in Residence Program INTERNATIONAL WOMAN'S FOUNDATION 705 W. Bonnie St., Marfa (432) 729-1852 www.haciendadelarcon.org
708 E. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-3325 www.jwcarpenter.com
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CAPITAL FARM CREDIT
CHINATI FOUNDATION
105 E. Holland Ave, Alpine (432) 837-3067
111 S. Highland Ave., Marfa (432) 729-4578 www.marfapublicradio.org
111 W. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-0700
CATCHLIGHT ART GALLERY
JENNIFER BOOMER PHOTOGRAPHY
KRTS 93.5 FM
2601 Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-5030
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THE SADDLE CLUB 211 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-9770 www.saddleclubalpine.com
1406 W. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-0993 www.bigbendconcrete.com
HARDAWAY CONSTRUCTION 3201 N. Hwy 118 #9, Alpine (432) 386-0668
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Chiropractors
BBB PERMIAN BASIN
Construction
HOME ELEMENTS
DR. DAN PETROSKY
7M FABRICATION
302 W. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-1051 www.quetzalimports.com
125 N. 6th St., Alpine (432) 837-1800
10100 West CR 118, Midland (432) 563-1880 www.bbb.org
McCOY’S 2700 E. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-7429 www.mccoys.com
Cable/ Satellite Television BIG CANYON TV 610 N. 5th St., Alpine, (432) 837-7484 www.bigcanyontv.com
MOUNTAIN ZONE TV 307 E. Ave. E Alpine (432) 837-2300 www.mountainzonetv.net
TDS BAJA BROADBAND LLC 1006 A E. Holland Ave. Alpine (432) 837-3637 www.bajabroadband.com
Campgrounds BC RANCH RV PARK 45560 N. Hwy 118, Alpine (432) 837-5883 www.bcranchrvpark.com
BIG BEND RESORTS, LLC Hwy 118 at Hwy 170, Terlingua (432) 371-2218 www.bigbendresort.com
LA VISTA RV PARK 46501 State Hwy. 118 South Alpine (432) 364-2293 www.lavistarvpark.net
LOST ALASKAN RV PARK 2401 N. Hwy 118, Alpine (432) 837-1136 www.lostalaskan.com
Car Rentals ALPINE AUTO RENTAL 2501 E. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-3463 www.alpineautorental.com
Catering
Churches BIG BEND COWBOY CHURCH P.O. Box 1266, Alpine (432) 364-2822 www.bigbendcowboychurch.com
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 203 N. 4th St., Alpine (432) 837-2487 www.fumalpine.org
GRACE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP 801 E. Brown St., Alpine (432) 386-7230 www.gcfalpine.com
OUR LADY OF PEACE CHURCH 406 S. 6th St., Alpine (432) 837-3304
ST. JONAH ORTHODOX CHURCH 405 E. Gallego St. Alpine (832) 969-1719 www.bigbendorthodox.org
UNITARIAN UNIVERSALISTS OF THE BIG BEND 1308 N. 5th St., Alpine (432) 837-5486 www.uubb.org
1406 W. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-0993 www.bigbendconcrete.com
BUFFALO TRAILS COUNCIL
HARDAWAY CONSTRUCTION
1101 W. Texas Ave., Midland (432) 570-7601 www.buffalotrailbsa.org
3201 N. Hwy 118 #9, Alpine (432) 386-0668
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 203 N. 4th St., Alpine (432) 837-2487 www.fbcalpine.com
CHIHUAHUAN DESERT GEM & MINERAL CLUB 205 N. 5th St., Alpine (432) 837-5353 www.cdgmc.org
GIRL SCOUTS OF THE DESERT SOUTHWEST 9700 Girl Scout Way, El Paso (432) 550-2688 www.gsdsw.org
GRACE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP 801 E. Brown St., Alpine (432) 386-7230
TALLENT ROOFING 110 N. 6th St. Alpine (432) 837-7009 www.tallentroofing.com
Construction Management BIG BEND CONCRETE 1406 W. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-0993 www.bigbendconcrete.com
HARDAWAY CONSTRUCTION 3201 N. Hwy 118 #9, Alpine (432) 386-0668
LAW OFFICE OF W.E. “RUSTY” HERMAN Alpine, TX (432) 385-8371
TALLENT ROOFING
KIWANIS CLUB P.O. Box 968, Alpine (432) 837-5539
2600 E. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-5792
110 N. 6th St. Alpine (432) 837-7009 www.tallentroofing.com
LIONS CLUB OF ALPINE
Consultants
www.alpinelions.org
NEEDLEWORKS 121 W. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-3085
Coffee Shop BIG BEND COFFEE ROASTERS 510 W San Antonio St, Marfa (432) 729-4503 www.bigbendcoffee.com
Commercial Buildings
LIVIN MY DREAM 301 W. Holland Ave. Alpine (432) 294-4028 www.livinmydreams.com
VALUEPOINT LLC 901 W. Del Rio St. Alpine (512) 844-0447 www.valuepointllc.com
Custom Homes
OUR LADY OF PEACE CHURCH
HARDAWAY CONSTRUCTION
406 S. 6th St., Alpine (432) 837-3304
3201 N. Hwy 118 #9, Alpine (432) 386-0668
ROTARY CLUB OF ALPINE
SIERRA LA RANA, LLC
CHARLES TERRY CONSTRUCTION, INC
Meets Thursdays @ 11:45 a.m. at Oriental Express Alpine (432) 294-0161
2 Miles South Highway 118, Alpine (817) 253-9890
2707 SCR 1206, Midland (432) 520-6943
ST. JONAH ORTHODOX CHURCH
CYNTHIA WOOD/ DANCE & FITNESS
Community Organizations
Certified Public Accountants
402 E. Gallego Ave. Alpine (432) 837-3426 www.alpinecommunitycenter.com
ALPINE COMMUNITY CENTER
PATSY CULVER, CPA AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
DANIELLA C. LARA, CPA, PC
3228 College Hills Bvd, San Angelo (325) 944-2500 www.cancer.org
610 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-5861
AMERICAN LEGION POST 79
Childcare
306 W. Texas Avenue, Midland (432) 837-5539
402 E. Gallego Ave., Alpine (432) 837-3426
BIG BEND CONCRETE
JOHNSON FEED & WESTERN WEAR
211 E. Holland Ave. Alpine (432) 837-9770 www.saddleclubalpine.com
ALPINE COMMUNITY CENTER
115 W. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-7203 www.bigbendartscouncil.org
Clothing/Shoes
THE SADDLE CLUB
406 Texas Oak, Alpine (432) 364-2658
BIG BEND ARTS COUNCIL GALLERY ON THE SQUARE (GOTS)
2001 Peach Tree St., Alpine (432) 837-1886 www.7mfabrication.com
405 E. Gallego St. Alpine (832) 969-1719 www.bigbendorthodox.org
THE SUNSHINE HOUSE, INC. 205 E. Sul Ross Ave., Alpine (432) 837-5402 www.facebook.com/sunshinehousealpine
WEST TEXAS FOOD BANK 2101 FM 1703. Alpine (432) 837-1580 www.wtxfoodbank.org
Concrete BIG BEND CONCRETE 1406 W. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-0993 www.bigbendconcrete.com
Dance 311 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-2032
Dentist BELLA DENTAL WEST TEXAS 102 N. 7th St, Alpine (432) 294-1555
Distributor BIG BEND BREWING COMPANY 3401 W. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-3700 www.bigbendbrewing.com
BIG BEND COFFEE ROASTERS 510 W San Antonio St, Marfa (432) 729-4503 www.bigbendcoffee.com
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Electricity Delivery
WTG FUELS, INC.
AEP TEXAS
2411 E. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-2518 www.westtexasgas.com
933 W. 19th, San Angelo www.AEPTexas.com
Donut Shop BAKER’S DOZEN DONUTS
Electronics 301 N. 5th St., Alpine (432) 837-2061 morrisonhardware.com
Drug & Variety Stores
Entertainment
CITY DRUG
ALPINE COUNTRY CLUB
202 E. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-2252
1011 N. Loop Rd., Alpine (432) 837-2752
HIGHLAND DRUG
ALPINE GALLERY NIGHT, INC.
504 E. Ave. Alpine (432) 837-3931
105 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-3067 www.artwalkalpine.com
PRESCRIPTION SHOP
Education ALPINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 402 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-5757 www.alpinechristianschool.com
ALPINE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
EDWARD JONES 208 N. 6th St., Alpine (432) 837-3058 www.edwardjones.com
CG MORRISON CO
801 N. 5th St. Alpine (432) 837-5331
909 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-3498
Financial & Investment Services
HARRY’S TINAJA 412 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-5060 www.harrys-tinaja.com
RAILROAD BLUES 504 W. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-3103 www.railroadblues.com
THE SADDLE CLUB
FARMERS INSURANCE 710 E. Ave E Alpine (432) 837-2225 www.farmersagent.com/dblevins
FORT DAVIS STATE BANK 1102 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-1888 www.fdsb.com
GSM INSURORS OF WEST TEXAS 205 N. Harrison St. Alpine (432) 837-7419 www.gsminsurors.com
PATSY CULVER, CPA 406 Texas Oak, Alpine (432) 364-2658
STATE FARM INSURANCE 906 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-5631 www.monicawoodall.com
TALLEY REED INSURANCE
211 E. Holland Ave. Alpine (432) 837-9770
105 W. Ave. E Alpine (432) 837-7419 www.talleyreedinsurance.com
THEATRE OF THE BIG BEND & SRSU THEATRE
TRANSPECOS BANK
ALPINE MONTESSORI 908 N. 6th St. Alpine (432) 837-2173 www.alpinemontessori.com
Loop Road, Alpine (432) 837-8218 www.sulross.edu/tobb
704 W. Sul Ross Avenue, Alpine (432) 837-7700 www.alpine.esc18.net
ODESSA COLLEGE
VIVA BIG BEND
201 W. University Blvd. Odessa (432) 335-6413 www.odessa.edu
Alpine, TX 79830 www.vivabigbend.com
Equipment Rental RIDE SAFE BIG BEND 12 Los Ranchos Dr., Alpine (432) 386-2452 www.ridesafebigbend.com
SUL ROSS STATE UNIVERSITY Box C-100, Alpine www.sulross.edu
VALUEPOINT LLC 901 W. Del Rio St. Alpine (512) 844-0447 www.valuepointllc.com
Electrical Contractors & Services
3401 W. Hwy 90 Alpine (432) 837-3700 www.bigbendbrewing.com
BIG BEND COFFEE ROASTERS 510 W San Antonio St, Marfa (432) 729-4503 www.bigbendcoffee.com
LONE STAR INN 2800 Hwy 90 W, Alpine (432) 837-1100
McDONALD’S 900 E. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-3640
PORTER’S THRIFTWAY 101 E. Sul Ross St., Alpine (432) 837-1182
THE SADDLE CLUB 211 E. Holland Ave. Alpine (432) 837-9770 www.saddleclubalpine.com
TWIN PEAKS LIQUORS 605 E. Holland, Alpine (432) 837-7476 www.twinpeaksliquor.com
WEST TEXAS FOOD BANK 2101 FM 1703, Alpine (432) 837-1580 www.wtxfoodbank.org
102 W. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-0094 www.transpecosbanks.com
Fundraising
WEST TEXAS NATIONAL BANK
3228 College Hills Bvd., San Angelo (325) 944-2500 www.cancer.org
101 E. Ave E, Alpine (432) 837-3375 www.wtnb.com
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
Funeral & Cremation Services
CG MORRISON CO.
WESTEX COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION
301 N. 5th St., Alpine (432) 837-2061 morrisonhardware.com
608 W. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-9389 www.wccu.net
IN AND OUT RENTAL
Fitness
604 W. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-5533 www.inoutrental.com
ALPINE FITNESS LLC 903 A N. Walker St. Alpine (432) 837-9960
ALPINE MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME
Event Planning
BIG HILL CROSSFIT
GRANADA THEATRE
903 N. Walker St., Alpine (432) 294-0562
209 W. Sul Ross, Alpine (432) 837-2222 www.alpinememorialfuneralhome.com
207 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-9960 www.alpinegranada.com
Family Place
2001 Peach Tree St., Alpine (432) 837-1886 www.7mfabrication.com
McDONALD’S
311 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-2032
900 E. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-3640
GRANADA THEATRE
WEATHERS ELECTRIC
Fast Food
2400 RR 1703, Alpine (432) 837-5313 www.weatherselectric.net
McDONALD’S 900 E. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-3640
207 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-9960 www.alpinegranada.com
Flooring MITCHELL’S FURNITURE & CARPET 509 E. Holland Ave. Alpine (432) 837-0070 www.mitchellsfurnitureandflooring.com
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ALPINE MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME 209 W. Sul Ross, Alpine (432) 837-2222 www.alpinememorialfuneralhome.com
Funeral Parlor
Furniture CYNTHIA WOOD/DANCE & FITNESS
7M FABRICATION
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MITCHELL’S FURNITURE & CARPET 509 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-0070 www.mitchellsfurnitureandflooring.com
Garden Center BROWN DOG GARDEN 110 W. Murphy St. Alpine (432) 837-0914
General Contracting ALPINE WINDOWS 502 E. Ave B, Alpine (432) 294-1216 www.alpinewindows.net
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Graphic Design
Holistic Health
SUNDAY HOUSE INN
3201 N. Hwy 118 #9, Alpine (432) 386-0668
VAST GRAPHICS
REVIVE
Alpine (432) 837-9008 www.vastgraphics.com
Alpine, TX 79830 (432) 294-2087
2010 Hwy 90 East, Alpine (432) 837-3363 www.sundayhouseinntx.com
TALLENT ROOFING 110 N. 6Th St. Alpine (432) 837-7009 www.tallentroofing.com
TLC PLUMBING Alpine, TX (432) 294-1567
Gifts & Specialty Items A SIGN OF RECOGNITION, LLC 201 W. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-7007 www.asignofrecognition.com
ANTELOPE LODGE / SMITH & WIFE 2310 W. Hwy 90 Alpine (432) 837-2451
BIG BEND BREWING COMPANY 3401 W. Hwy 90 Alpine (432) 837-3700 www.bigbendbrewing.com
BIG BEND COFFEE ROASTERS 510 W San Antonio St, Marfa (432) 729-4503 www.bigbendcoffee.com
Grocery Stores BLUE WATER NATURAL FOODS One Mile South of Alpine – S. Hwy 118, Alpine (432) 386-2044 www.bluewaternf.com
101 E. Sul Ross St., Alpine (432) 837-1182
Near Intersection of Hw 118 & FM 170 Terlingua (432) 371-3064
700 N. Bird St., Alpine (432) 837-2273
Gym/Workout Center ALPINE FITNESS LLC 903 A N. Walker St., Alpine (432) 837-9575
GRANADA THEATRE 207 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-9960
Hardware CG MORRISON CO 301 N. 5th St., Alpine (432) 837-2061 morrisonhardware.com
Health & Fitness ALPINE FITNESS LLC
CATCHLIGHT ART GALLERY
903 N. Walker St., Alpine (432) 294-0562
Health Care
CHIHUAHUAN DESERT RESEARCH INSTITUTE
508 E. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-5907 www.agavehomehealth.com
PORTER’S THRIFTWAY 101 E. Sul Ross St., Alpine (432) 837-1182
PRESCRIPTION SHOP
AGAVE HOME HEALTH
U.S. HEALTH ADVISORS (214) 908-1808 Kyle.korman@ushadvisors.com www.ushagent.com/kylekorman
Health Services 508 E. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-5907 www.agavehomehealth.com
1 Memorial Square, Fort Davis (432) 426-3217
TWIN PEAKS LIQUORS
504 E Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-3931
SUL ROSS STATE UNIVERSITY Box C-100, Alpine (432) 837-8011 www.sulross.edu
Hospitals & Clinics BIG BEND REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER 2600 N. Hwy 118, Alpine (432) 837-3447 www.bigbendhealthcare.com
FORT DAVIS FAMILY PRACTICE, PA 1 Memorial Square, Fort Davis (432) 426-3217
Hotels/Motels
1001 Fighting Buck Ave., Alpine (432) 837-1414
CARPENTER REAL ESTATE 708 E. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-3325 www.jwcarpenter.com
Hunting CF RANCH P.O. Box 689, Alpine (432) 364-2251 www.cfranch.com
DESERT SAFARIS 2935 Thousand Oaks #6-217 San Antonio (210) 264-1745 www.desertsafaris.com
ANTELOPE LODGE 2310 W. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-2451 www.antelopelodge.com
JOHNSON FAMILY CONSOLIDATED 8 Trail Road, Alpine (432) 837-5626
604 E. Gallego, Alpine (512) 413-3901 www.vrbo.com/230912
LIVINGSTON RANCH
GAGE HOTEL
HVAC Mechanical
Northeast Hwy 90, Marathon (432) 386-4205 www.gagehotel.com
HAMPTON INN 2607 W. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-7344 www.alpine.hamptoninn.com
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES 2004 E. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-9597 www.hiexpress.com
FORT DAVIS FAMILY PRACTICE PA
HIGHLAND DRUG JILL JAHN, PharmD
Government
Box 1645 Alpine (325) 226-1966
AGAVE HOME HEALTH
909 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-3498
605 E. Holland, Alpine (432) 837-7476 www.twinpeaksliquor.com
TEXAS HORSEBACK ADVENTURES, LLC
ALPINE MANOR
CASA VIDA
117 W. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-9422 www.catchlightartgallery.com
401 Crows Nest Rd. Hwy 166, Fort Davis (806) 789-6513 www.oldspanishtrailstudio.com
Housing ALPINE HEIGHTS
BIG HILL CROSSFIT
OLD SPANISH TRAIL STUDIO
2000 E. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-1200 www.valuelodgealpine.com
BIG BEND & LAJITAS STABLES
110 W. Murphy St. Alpine (432) 837-0914
202 E. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-2252
508 E. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-5907 www.agavehomehealth.com
PORTER’S THRIFTWAY
903 A N. Walker St., Alpine (432) 837-9575
CITY DRUG
AGAVE HOME HEALTH
VALUE LODGE
Horseback Riding
BROWN DOG GARDEN
43869 S. Hwy 118, Fort Davis (432) 364-2499
Home Health Care
Heating & Air Conditioning Contractor 7M FABRICATION 2001 Peach Tree St., Alpine (432) 837-1886 www.7mfabrication.com
HOLLAND HOTEL 209 W. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-2800 www.thehollandhoteltexas.com
LA LOMA INN 1809 W Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-9567
LONE STAR INN 2800 Hwy 90 W, Alpine (432) 837-1100
MAVERICK INN 1200 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-0628 www.themaverickinn.com
109 W. El Paso St., Marfa (432) 729-4101
7M FABRICATION 2001 Peach Tree St., Alpine (432) 837-1886 www.7mfabrication.com
Individual Ambit Energy Andres E. Ramos Betty & Jim “Fitz” Fitzgerald Charles Weinacht Donald Mulhern George Covington Gilbert Valenzuela Herbert Neil Hector Historic Murphy Street Merchants Promotor James Jones Jerry Johnson Jimmy Morris John D. Armstrong Kip Sullivan Leigh Kirby Lori Griffin Luticia “Lou” Pauls Mary Ann Weinacht Patricia Long R.V. Morgan Jr. Robert Steele Ron Sanders Ronny Dodson Roy Ferguson Shelby Gonzales
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chamber member directory Inn & Lodging CANYON CABIN 8 Trail Rd., Alpine (432) 837-5626 www.homeaway.com/3881273
Lawn & Garden Equipment Repair IN AND OUT RENTAL 604 W. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-5533 www.inoutrental.stihldealer.net
LITTLE TIN GUEST HOUSE 708 B N. 2nd St., Alpine (432) 386-3551
THE OLD HOLLAND 103 N. 6th St., Alpine (432) 837-9100 www.oldhollandinalpine.com
Legal Services LAW OFFICE OF W.E. “RUSTY” HERMAN Alpine, TX (432) 385-8371
Library
Insurance
ALPINE PUBLIC LIBRARY
FARMERS INSURANCE
805 W. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-2621 www.alpinepubliclibrary.org
710 E. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-2225 www.farmersagent.com/dblevins
Liquor Store
FAR FLUNG OUTDOOR CENTER
THE OLD HOLLAND
1 Adventure Lane – Farm Rd. 170, Terlingua (432) 371-2633 www.bigbendfarflung.com
103 N. 6th St., Alpine (432) 837-9100 www.oldhollandinalpine.com
VALUE LODGE GAGE HOTEL Northwest Hwy 90, Marathon (432) 386-4205 www.gagehotel.com
WEST SIDE RV HAMPTON INN 2607 W. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-7344 www.alpine.hamptoninn.com
HOLIDAY HOTEL/ STARLIGHT THEATRE 100 Ivey Rd., Terlingua (432) 837-7344 www.bigbendholidayhotel.com
GSM INSURORS OF WEST TEXAS
TWIN PEAKS LIQUORS
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES
205 N. Harrison St., Alpine (432) 837-7419 www.GSMInsurors.com
605 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-7476 www.twinpeaksliquors.com
2004 E. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-9597 www.hiexpress.com
STATE FARM INSURANCE
Loans
HOLLAND HOTEL
906 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-5631 www.monicawoodall.com
CAPITAL FARM CREDIT
209 W. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-2800 www.thehollandhoteltexas.com
TALLEY REED INSURANCE 105 W. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-3459 www.talleyreedinsurance.com
U.S. HEALTH ADVISORS (214) 908-1808 Kyle.korman@ushadvisors.com www.ushagent.com/kylekorman
108 W. Avenue E, Alpine (432) 837-5948 www.capitalfarmcredit.com
STATE FARM INSURANCE 906 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-5631 www.monicawoodall.com
WESTEX COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION
LA LOMA INN 1809 W Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-9567
LAJITAS GOLF RESORT & RV PARK HC 70, Box 400, Lajitas (432) 424-5000 www.lajitasgolfresort.com
Insurance Claims
608 W. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-9389 www.wccu.net
CHARLES TERRY CONSTRUCTION, INC
Lodging
708 B N. 2nd St. Alpine (432) 386-3551 www.vrbo.com/vacation-rentals/usa/ texas/big-bend-country#a22678
A THOUSAND MILES FROM NOWHERE
LONE STAR INN
2707 SCR 1206, Midland www.charlesterryconstruction.com
Internet Marketing MILAGROS MARKETING 1625 Laroja Lane, Terlingua, TX 79852 (512) 589-9592 www.milagrosmarketing.com
Land Development SIERRA LA RANA, LLC 2 Miles South Highway 118, Alpine (817) 253-9890
Laser Engraving A SIGN OF RECOGNITION, LLC 201 W. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-7007 www.asignofrecognition.com
Lawn & Garden CG MORRISON CO 301 N. 5th St., Alpine (432) 837-2061 morrisonhardware.com
301 N Agave St., Fort Davis (432) 249-1234 www.athousandmilesfromnowhere.com
2401 E. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-1530
BIG BEND RESORTS, LLC Hwy 118 at Hwy 170, Terlingua (432) 371-2218 www.bigbendresort.com
BIG BEND RESORT CHISOS MOUNTAIN LODGE Alpine (432) 477-2291 www.chisosmountainlodge.com
CANYON CABIN 8 Trail Rd., Alpine (432) 837-5626 www.homeaway.com/3881273
CASA VIDA 604 E. Gallego, Alpine (512) 413-3901 www.vrbo.com/230912
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LITTLE TIN GUEST HOUSE
2800 Hwy 90 W, Alpine (432) 837-1100
MARATHON MOTEL & RV PARK ALPINE CLASSIC INN
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2000 E. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-1200 www.valuelodgealpine.com
701 W. Hwy 90, Marathon (432) 386-4241 www.marathonmotel.com
204 Mosley Ln, Alpine (432) 837-2375
Logistics SKELTON TRUCKING CO 304 W. Sanderson, Alpine (432) 837-3536 www.skeltontrucking.com
UP RAILROAD COMPANY Alpine, TX 79830 www.greatamericanstations.com
Manufacturing & Production BIG BEND BREWING COMPANY 3401 W. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-3700 www.bigbendbrewing.com
BIG BEND CONCRETE 1406 W. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-0993 www.bigbendconcrete.com
Massage Therapy CATHY WRIGHT LEARNING FOR LIFE, LLC 107 N 6th St., Alpine (832) 314-8103 www.cathywright.com
Medical, Dental & Nursing Care 4I’S OPTICAL 710 E. Holland Ave. #5, Alpine (432) 837-3699 www.drperlabermudezod.com
AGAVE HOME HEALTH
MAVERICK INN
508 E. Ave. E Alpine (432) 837-5907 www.agavehomehealth.com
1200 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-0628 www.themaverickinn.com
BIG BEND REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
MOUNTAIN TRAILS LODGE & OUTDOOR CENTER
2600 N. Hwy 118, Alpine (432) 837-3447 www.bigbendhealthcare.com
501 E. Musquiz Drive, Fort Davis (432) 426-3481 www.mountaintrailslodge.com
PRUDE RANCH
Meeting/ Events Center GRANADA THEATRE
N. Hwy 118, Fort Davis (432) 426-3202 www.prude-ranch.com
207 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-9960 www.alpinegranada.com
SUNDAY HOUSE INN
Metal Buildings
2010 Hwy 90 East, Alpine (432) 837-3363 www.sundayhouseinntx.com
CHARLES TERRY CONSTRUCTION, INC. 2707 SCR 1206, Midland (432) 520-6943 www.charlesterryconstruction.com
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ALPINE SMALL ANIMAL PRACTICE
KVLF RADIO STATION
Real Estate Services
CATHY WRIGHT LEARNING FOR LIFE, LLC
3305 N. Hwy 118, Alpine (432) 837-5416 www.alpinesmallanimalpractice.com
500 E. Hendryx, Alpine (432) 837-2144 www.bigbendradio.com
CARPENTER REAL ESTATE
ALPINE VETERINARY CLINIC
Printing & Typesetting Services
107 N 6th St., Alpine (832) 314-8103 www.cathywright.com
Ministerial Services REVIVE Alpine, TX 79830 (432) 294-2087
Mortgage Banking WESTEX COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION
2201 W. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-3888
Pets/Pet Adoption ALPINE HUMANE SOCIETY 2900 E. Old Marathon Hwy, Alpine (432) 837-2532 www.alpinehumanesociety.com
608 W. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-9389 www.wccu.net
Photographers / Photo Finishing / Framing
Movie Theatre
JENNIFER BOOMER PHOTOGRAPHY
RANGRA THEATRE 109 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-5111 www.rangratheatres.com
Alpine, TX 79830 (432) 294-2252 www.jenniferboomer.com
WIND RIVER PHOTOGRAPHY
Nail/ Spa Services AMERICANA 210 W. Ave E, Alpine (432) 837-1773 www.salonamericana.com
1 Dark Sky Dr. Alpine (432) 940-8475 www.windriverfoto.com
111 W. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-0700
LAJITAS GOLF RESORT & SPA HC 70, Box 400, Lajitas (432) 424-5000 www.lajitasgolfresort.com
903 A N. Walker St., Alpine (432) 837-9575 www.alpinefitness.wix.com/alpinefitness
Planning and Zoning CITY OF ALPINE
MENDIAS & CO.
100 N. 13th, Alpine (432) 837-3301 www.ci.alpine.tx.us
300 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432)294-1175
Plumbing Services TLC PLUMBING
Natural Foods BLUE WATER NATURAL FOODS One Mile South of Alpine – S. Hwy 118, Alpine (432) 386-2044 www.bluewaternf.com
Alpine, TX 79830 (432) 294-1567
Portable Restrooms B & S SERVICES 1308 N 3rd St., Alpine (432) 837-7447
New Construction CHAMBERS & CO. YOUR REALTY
104 N. 5th St., Alpine (432) 837-3100
Property Leasing & Management CARPENTER REAL ESTATE 708 E. Ave., Alpine (432) 837-3325 www.jwcarpenter.com
CHAMBERS & CO. YOUR REALTY 800 N. 5th St. Alpine (512) 964-9819 www.alpinetexashomes.com
DESERT MOUNTAIN REALTY LLC 107 N. 6th St., Alpine (432) 837-2488 www.desertmtnrealty.com
ELLYSON ABSTRACT
CHAMBERS & CO. YOUR REALTY
410 N. 5th St., Alpine (432) 837-5801 www.ellysonabstract.com
800 N. 5th St. Alpine (512) 964-9819 www.alpinetexashomes.com
JEFF DAVIS COUNTY ABSTRACT & TITLE CO.
DESERT MOUNTAIN REALTY, LLC
904 E. Holland Ave. Alpine (432) 837-9172
107 N. 6th St. Alpine (432) 837-2488 www.desertmtnrealty.com
McELROY RANCH 208 N. 6th St. Alpine (432) 364-2244
MOUNTAIN VIEW PROPERTIES
Physical Fitness ALPINE FITNESS LLC
EVA’S SALON
PRINTCO
708 E. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-3325 www.jwcarpenter.com
HONEY BUCKET SERVICES
2100 W. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-5518 www.mtnviewproperties.com
PARSONS REAL ESTATE 106 W. Ave E, Alpine (432) 837-3411 www.parsonsre.com
SIERRA LA RANA LLC 2 Miles South Highway 118, Alpine (817) 253-9890 www.sierralarana.com/
TEXAS MOUNTAIN REALTY
MOUNTAIN VIEW PROPERTIES 2100 W. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-5518 www.mtnviewproperties.com
PARSONS REAL ESTATE 106 W. Ave E, Alpine (432) 837-3411 www.parsonsre.com
SIERRA LA RANA LTD 2 Miles South Highway 118S, Alpine (817) 253-9890 www.sierralarana.com
608 E. Holland Ave. Alpine (432) 837-2026 www.texasmountainrealty.com
SUPERIOR LAND SERVICES, LLC
Public Library
TEXAS MOUNTAIN REALTY
ALPINE PUBLIC LIBRARY 805 W. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-2621 www.alpinepubliclibrary.org
1501 W. Fort Davis, Alpine (432) 837-2026
608 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-2026 www.texasmountainrealty.com
WEST TEXAS REALTY 600 W. Ave E Alpine (432) 837-7486 www.westtxrealty.com
Alpine, TX 79830 (432) 774-6924
Ranch Supplies
Optical Services
Press / Publications / Radio
2600 E. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-5792
4I’S OPTICAL
ALPINE AVALANCHE
McCOY’S
710 E. Holland Ave. #5, Alpine (432) 837-3699 www.drperlabermudezod.com
118 N. 5th St., Alpine (432) 837-3334 www.alpineavalanche.com
2700 E. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-7429 www.mccoys.com
ALPINE COUNTRY CLUB 1011 N. Loop Rd., Alpine (432) 837-2752
Personal Services
BLUE SKY PRODUCTIONS P.O. Box 1824, Alpine (432) 614-4074 www.blueskyofalpine.com
Real Estate Buyer Representation
ALPINE’S GALLERY NIGHT INC.
AGAVE HOME HEALTH
800 N. 5th St. Alpine (512) 964-9819 www.alpinetexashomes.com
508 E. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-5907 www.agavehomehealth.com
Pet Care ALPINE HUMANE SOCIETY 2900 E. Old Marathon Hwy, Alpine (432) 837-2532 www.alpinehumanesociety.com
KRTS 93.5 FM 111 S. Highland Ave., Marfa (432) 729-4578 www.marfapublicradio.org
JOHNSON FEED & WESTERN WEAR
Recreational Activities
105 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-3067
WEST TEXAS REALTY 600 W. Ave E Alpine (432) 837-7486 www.westtxrealty.com
AMERICAN LEGION POST 79 306 W. Sul Ross, Alpine (432) 837-2545
BARRAGAN ARENA 3201 N. Hwy 118 #3, Alpine (432) 386-5164
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chamber member directory Recreational Activities (cont.) BIG BEND & LAJITAS STABLES Near Intersection of Hwy 118 & FM 170, Terlingua (432) 371-3064 www.lajitasstables.com
BIKEMAN 602 W. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-5050 www.alpinebikeman.com
BUFFALO TRAILS COUNCIL 1101 W. Texas Avenue, Midland (432) 570-7601 www.buffalotrailbsa.org
CF RANCH P.O. Box 689, Alpine (432) 364-2251 www.cfranch.com
CHIHUAHUAN DESERT GEM & MINERAL CLUB 205 N. 5th St., Alpine (432) 837-5353 www.cdgmc.org
CHIHUAHUAN DESERT RESEARCH INSTITUTE 43869 S. Hwy 118, Fort Davis (432) 364-2499 www.cdri.org
CHINATI FOUNDATION Box 434, Marfa (432) 729-4362 www.chinati.org
DESERT SAFARIS 2935 Thousand Oaks #6-217, San Antonio (210) 264-1745 www.desertsafaris.com
RIDE SAFE BIG BEND
LONE STAR INN
RV Repair/Supply
12 Los Ranchos Dr., Alpine (432) 386-2452 www.ridesafebigbend.com
2800 Hwy 90 W, Alpine (432) 837-1100
BIG BEND RV SUPPLY
McDONALD’S TEXAS HORSEBACK ADVENTURES, LLC
900 E. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-3640
Box 1645, Alpine (325) 226-1966 www.texashorsebackadventures.com
REATA RESTAURANTS
VIVA BIG BEND Alpine, TX 79830 www.vivabigbend.com
THE SADDLE CLUB
School
211 E. Holland Ave, Alpine (432) 837-9770 www.saddleclubalpine.com
ALPINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
Religion BIG BEND COWBOY CHURCH P.O. Box 1266, Alpine (432) 364-2822 www.bigbendcowboychurch.com
UNITARIAN UNIVERSALISTS OF THE BIG BEND 1308 N. 5th St., Alpine (432) 837-5486 www.uubb.org
Relocation CARPENTER REAL ESTATE 708 E. Ave. E, Alpine (817) 253-9890 www.jwcarpenter.com
SIERRA LA RANA LTD 2 Miles South Highway 118S, Alpine (817) 253-9890 www.sierralarana.com
Remodeling 7M FABRICATION
501 E. Musquiz Drive, Fort Davis (432) 426-3481
PRUDE RANCH N. Hwy 118, Fort Davis (432) 426-3202 www.prude-ranch.com
RANGRA THEATRES 109 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-5111 www.rangratheatres.com
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208 N. 6th St., Alpine (432) 837-3058 www.edwardjones.com
River Tours LAJITAS GOLF RESORT & SPA HC 70, Box 400, Lajitas (432) 424-5000 www.lajitasgolfresort.com
Rocks OCOTILLO ENTERPRISES 205 N. 5th St., Alpine (432) 837-5353
Roofing Services CHARLES TERRY CONSTRUCTION, INC
Resorts
TALLENT ROOFING
LAJITAS GOLF RESORT & SPA
MOUNTAIN TRAILS LODGE & OUTDOOR CENTER
EDWARD JONES
2707 SCR 1206, Midland (432) 520-6943 www.charlesterryconstruction.com
Northeast Hwy 90, Marathon (432) 386-4205 www.gagehotel.com
HC 70, Box 400, Lajitas (432) 424-5000 www.lajitasgolfresort.com
Retirement Planning
2001 Peach Tree St., Alpine (432) 837-1886 www.7mfabrication.com
1 Adventure Lane – Farm Rd. 170, Terlingua (432) 371-2633 www.bigbendfarflung.com
LAJITAS GOLF RESORT & SPA
BIG BEND RV SUPPLY 209 E Hwy 90, Marathon (432) 386-4184 www.bigbendrvsupply.com
GAGE HOTEL
9700 Girl Scout Way, El Paso (432) 550-2688 www.gsdsw.org/content
RV Sales
203 N. 5th St., Alpine (432) 837-9232 www.reata.net/alpine-texas-restaurant
FAR FLUNG OUTDOOR CENTER
GIRL SCOUTS OF THE DESERT SOUTHWEST
209 E Hwy 90, Marathon (432) 386-4184 www.bigbendrvsupply.com
110 N. 6th St., Alpine (432) 837-7009 www.tallentroofing.com
801 N. 5th St., Alpine (432) 837-5331
GAGE HOTEL Northeast Hwy 90, Marathon (432) 386-4205 www.gagehotel.com
HOLIDAY HOTEL/STARLIGHT THEATRE 100 Ivey Rd., Terlingua (432) 837-7344 www.bigbendholidayhotel.com
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908 N. 6th St. Alpine (432) 837-2173 www.alpinemontessori.org
ODESSA COLLEGE 201 W. University Blvd. Odessa (432) 335-6413 www.odessa.edu
SUL ROSS STATE UNIVERSITY Box C-100, Alpine (432) 837-8011 www.sulross.edu
Seamless Rain Gutters CHARLES TERRY CONSTRUCTION, INC. 2707 SCR 1206, Midland (432) 520-6943 www.charlesterryconstruction.com
B & S SERVICES 1308 N 3rd St., Alpine (432) 837-7447
Rentals
BAKER’S DOZEN DONUTS
ALPINE MONTESSORI
BC RANCH RV PARK
LA VISTA RV PARK
Restaurants & Specialty Dining
704 W. Sul Ross Ave., Alpine (432) 837-7700
Septic Services 45560 N. Hwy 118, Alpine (432) 837-5883 www.bcranchrvpark.com
800 N. 5th St. Alpine (512) 964-9819 www.alpinetexashomes.com
ALPINE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
RV Park
HC 70, Box 400 Lajitas (432) 424-5000 www.lajitasgolfresort.com
CHAMBERS & CO. YOUR REALTY
402 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-5757 www.alpinechristianschool.com
HONEY BUCKET SERVICES Alpine (432) 386-7307
46501 State Hwy. 118 South, Alpine (432) 364-2293 www.lavistarvpark.net
LOST ALASKAN RV PARK 2401 N. Hwy 118, Alpine (432) 837-1136 www.lostalaskan.com
MARATHON MOTEL & RV PARK 701 W. Hwy 90, Marathon (432) 386-4241 www.marathonmotel.com
Shopping CURRY STUDIO & GALLERY 104 West Murphy St., Alpine (432) 837-0735 tomcurrystudio@gmail.com
FRONT STREET BOOKS 121 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-3360 www.fsbooks.com
KIOWA GALLERY
WEST SIDE RV
105 E. Holland Ave, Alpine (432) 837-3067
204 Mosley Ln, Alpine (432) 837-2375
NEEDLEWORKS 121 W. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-3085
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Telecommunications
UP RAILROAD COMPANY
CHAMBERS & CO. YOUR REALTY
605 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-7476 twinpeaksliquors.com
AT&T
Alpine, TX 79830 (432) 837-3463 www.greatamericanstations.com
800 N. 5th St. Alpine (512) 964-9819 www.alpinetexashomes.com
Travel Agencies/ Tour Services
Veterinarians
BIG BEND RESORT AND ADVENTURES
3305 N. Hwy 118, Alpine (432) 837-5416 www.alpinesmallanimalpractice.com
Signs & Banners
4937 E. 42nd St., Odessa (432) 433-9342 www.att.com
PRINTCO
BIG BEND TELEPHONE
104 N. 5th St., Alpine (432) 837-3100
808 N. 5th St., Alpine (800) 592-4781 www.bigbend.net
Special Events ALPINE GALLERY NIGHT, INC.
BIG CANYON TV
105 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-3067 www.artwalkalpine.com
610 N. 5th St., Alpine (432) 837-7484 www.bigcanyontv.com
Sporting Goods
MOUNTAIN ZONE TV
CG MORRISON CO
307 E. Ave. E, Alpine (432) 837-2300 www.mountainzonetv.net
301 N. 5th St., Alpine (432) 837-2061 morrisonhardware.com
1006 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-7029 www.russellcellular.com
TDS BAJA BROADBAND LLC 1006 A E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-3637 www.bajabroadband.com
Storage DOTSON INC.
Tires
2003 Ft. Davis Hwy, Alpine (432) 837-5330 www.alpinedotson.com
OASIS TIRE CO.
LOBO MINI STORAGE 101 S. Bird St., Alpine (432) 386-3864 www.lobostorage.com
THE STABLE PERFORMANCE CARS
2601 Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-5030
Tobacco Store PORTER’S THRIFTWAY 101 E. Sul Ross St., Alpine (432) 837-1182
TWIN PEAKS LIQUORS 605 E. Holland, Alpine (432) 837-7476 twinpeaksliquors.com
TWIN PEAKS SELF STORAGE
Transportation Services
Tax Preparation
ALPINE AUTO RENTAL 2501 E. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-3463 www.alpineautorental.com
ARLIE BRYANT CPA 113 N. 2nd St., Alpine (432) 837-3651
PACE & ASSOCIATES
AEP TEXAS 933 W. 19th, San Angelo www.AEPTexas.com
AT&T 4937 E. 42nd St., Odessa (512) 433-9342 www.att.com
SKELTON TRUCKING CO 304 W. Sanderson, Alpine (432) 837-3536 www.skeltontrucking.com
ALPINE VETERINARY CLINIC 2201 W. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-3888
Videography WIND RIVER PHOTOGRAPHY 1 Dark Sky Dr. Alpine (432) 940-8475 www.windriverfoto.com
Water Well Services SKINNER’S WELL SERVICE 2300 Mosley Loop, Alpine (432) 837-2497 www.skinnersdrillingbigbend.com
Web Design MILAGROS MARKETING
BIG BEND TELEPHONE 808 N. 5th St., Alpine (800) 592-4781 www.bigbend.net
CITY OF ALPINE
511 W. Holland Ave., Alpine (732) 837-9789 www.thestablealpine.com
P.O. Box 1607, Alpine (432) 837-2112 www.twinpeaksselfstorage.com
2003 Ft. Davis Hwy, Alpine (432) 837-5330 www.alpinedotson.com
Utilities
BAM AUTOMOTIVE 1200 S. Hwy 118, Alpine (432) 837-0890 www.bamautomotive.net
Used Car Sales DOTSON INC.
RUSSELL CELLULAR
State Inspection Station
Alpine (432) 386-2218 www.bigbendresort.com
ALPINE SMALL ANIMAL PRACTICE
100 N. 13th St., Alpine (432) 837-3301 www.ci.alpine.tx.us
RUSSELL CELLULAR 1006 E. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-7029 www.russellcellular.com
WTG FUELS, INC. 2411 E. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) 837-2518 www.westtexasgas.com
Vacation Rentals A THOUSAND MILES FROM NOWHERE 301 N Agave St., Fort Davis (432) 249-1234 www.athousandmilesfromnowhere.com
1625 Laroja Lane, Terlingua, TX 79852 (512) 589-9592 www.milagrosmarketing.com
VAST GRAPHICS Alpine (432) 837-9008 www.vastgraphics.com
Western Art Gallery THE OPEN RANGE 2707 E. Hwy 90, Alpine (432) (432) 9918 www.theopenrangefineart.com
Windows ALPINE WINDOWS 502 E. Ave B, Alpine (432) 294-1216 www.alpinewindows.net
HOME ELEMENTS 302 W. Holland Ave., Alpine (432) 837-1051
212 N. 6th St., Alpine (432) 837-3371 www.mrpacecpa.com
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