NEWCOMER INFORMATION

Hunting on the 6,800-acre ranch is permitted by reservation only. Active-duty service members can make reservations five weeks in advance; retirees and Reservists three weeks in advance, and DoD civilians two weeks in advance.

Lodge -Escondido Ranch has a 17room lodge with several options for your stay. ere are rooms that have bunk beds that sleep 4, family rooms that sleep 4, or a separate cottage that sleeps 8 with a kitchen, bathroom and porch. Newly-renovated restrooms, shower facilities and flooring throughout the public areas as well as a large ice machine will add to your overall experience. Each room is furnished with beds, a refrigerator and an air conditioner/ neater. Adjacent to the lodge is a cookhouse with barbecue pits, electric stove and grill. Escondido Ranch is available for group activities such as parties, seminars, reunions and trail rides. Advance notice is required for scheduling such events, so please contact the Ranch at least 60 days prior to the event.

Camping - Twelve RV sites are available with electric, water and sewage hook-ups. Bring your RV or tent and enjoy the outdoors.

Hunting - e Ranch offers yearround hunting. To find out what game is in season, call theTexas Parks andWildlife Office regarding hunting in McMullen County at 1-800- 792-1112.

Aggressive conservation programs have increased the abundance of wildlife on the Ranch. Over 75 different types of birds can be seen. Hog, javelina, bird and deer hunting are very popular. Deer hunting is conducted on a drawing basis, and begins with archery in October and rifle from November to January. Call the Ranch for more information on the drawing process. Hog hunts are conducted monthly, February through August, around the full moon and are very successful. ese hunts are overnight events.

Fishing - Fish the Nueces River! All anglers are required to comply with Texas State Fishing Regulations.

You don't have to be a hunter or fisherman to enjoy the Ranch. ere are many other opportunities to enjoy the outdoors: camping, archery, hiking, fishing, relaxing, wildlife photography, bird watching, animal watching or watching a sunset without obstruction or interference.

MS3 Ronchester Santiago Fitness Center

Phone: (361) 516-6171 / 516-6172 e MS3 Ronchester Santiago Fitness Complex has a wide range of equipment and work-out opportuni-

Hours of Operation: S a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., weekends and holidays.