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	Garner State Park - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Garner State Park is a popular state park in Uvalde County, Texas in the United States.
		Garner State Park is located at 29.591 North, 99.744 West; this is 30 miles (48 km) north of Uvalde, Texas and 76 miles (122 km) west of San Antonio.
		Garner State Park is the most popular state park in Texas for overnight camping [1], with more than 200,000 campers per year [2].
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Garner_State_Park (349 words)

	TPWD: Garner State Park
		History: Garner State Park is 1419.8 acres (10 water acres of the Frio River) of recreational facilities in northern Uvalde County.
		Garner State Park is found in the northern part of Uvalde County.
		The park, was acquired in 1934-36 and was named for John Nance Garner (Cactus Jack) of Uvalde, who served as Vice-president of the United States from 1933-41.
	www.tpwd.state.tx.us /spdest/findadest/parks/garner (780 words)

	Civilian Conservation Corps vets to gather at Garner State Park
		Garner State Park is renowned for its beautiful Texas Hill Country scenery and its nightly dances each summer at the rock concession building constructed by the young men of CCC Company 879 in the late 1930s.
		At Garner State Park, the skilled craftsmanship of the CCC workers is evidenced not only in the rock concession stand, but also in the park manager’s residence, numerous rock culverts, more than 10 miles of trails cut through the lush Frio River valley and park cabins that feature ornamental metal hinges and latches.
		Garner State Park is one of 31 CCC-built Texas state parks operated by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
	www.ntxe-news.com /cgi-bin/artman/exec/view.cgi?archive=12&num=27885&printer=1 (811 words)

	Handbook of Texas Online: GARNER STATE PARK (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Garner State Park, located on the Frio River seven miles north of Concan on U.S. Highway 83 in far north central Uvalde County, was named for John Nance Garner.
		Garner was opposed to using federal funds for a park in his home county while he was in office.
		Garner State Park is located in the southern portion of the Edwards Plateau.
	www.tsha.utexas.edu /handbook/online/articles/GG/gkg5_print.html (510 words)

	This web site was designed for those who went to Garner State Park during the 1960
		Garner Park will always be dear and close in my heart as this is where I spent the "Best days of my Life" It just doesn't get any better.
		As though Garner Park didn't offer enough fun and excitement by itself, there were those few rebels who camped in the old Baytown Camp (no names mentioned here, but you know who you are!) who constantly let their imaginations run wild.
		Garner Park was so popular at the time that Waltrip High School (in Houston, where my sister was a student, and which I later attended) had an event called the "Garner Dance." (In the parking lot, of course.) I remember a rope swing that was downstream from the dam.
	www.garnerpark60sstyle.com /Stories/newstories2.htm (7242 words)

	Woodalls Open Roads Forum: Anyone have pictures from Garner State Park, Texas
		Garner is a nice state park but will be crowded during the peak summer months.
		There are numerous RV parks within the area as an alternative to the state parks.
		Garner is one of the most visited state parks in Texas.
	www.woodalls.com /cforum/Index.cfm/fuseaction/thread/tid/15627651.cfm (370 words)

	Civilian Conservation Corps alums reunite Saturday (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Garner State Park southwest of Austin, where ex-Civilian Conservation Corps workers will gather today, is named for a vice president.
		The 1,400-acre state park was built between 1938 and 1940 by Civilian Conservation Corps members such as Garner (no relation to the park's namesake).
		Garner remembers almost everything about his time at Garner State Park, keeping his mementos at his San Antonio home in a blue binder with photos and a self-made timeline.
	www.statesman.com /metrostate/content/metro/stories/09/17ccc.html (984 words)

	statesman.com \| The Frio River is a hot spot for Texas families
		GARNER STATE PARK — As darkness descends on Garner State Park, dozens of teenagers stream toward the historic, oak-shaded rock pavilion.
		Garner State Park, 30 miles north of Uvalde and seven miles north of Concan, is the most popular in the Texas parks system.
		Garner is not the only way to enjoy the Frio River's icy waters.
	www.statesman.com /travel/content/travel/042003/0420frio.html (983 words)

	Garner State Park, a Texas State Park
		Garner State Park is 1419.8 acres (10 water acres of the Frio River) of recreational facilities in northern Uvalde County.
		Garner State Park - Garner State Park Garner State Park is located on the Frio River in northern Uvalde County.
		The park is located in Uvalde County, 31 miles north of the town of Uvalde, 9 miles south of Leakey, or 8 miles north of Concan on the Frio River.
	www.stateparks.com /garner.html (935 words)

	Garner and Lost Maples State Parks
		From the flat coastal plains of the Houston area, Garner State Park is a 4-5 hour trip along I-10.
		Garner was to be our base for daytrips to Lost Maples State Natural Area and later to Enchanted Rock State Park.
		The main attraction in this park is the fall color on the Bigtooth maple trees.
	bpackingtexan.tripod.com /lostmaples.html (395 words)

	Chevy Texas Traditions Number One
		This 1,420-acre park is located 31 miles north of Uvalde and seven miles north of Concan on U.S. The Frio River borders 1.5 miles of the east boundary of the park.
		The park was named for John Nance “Cactus Jack” Garner, a native son from the nearby county seat in Uvalde who served as vice president of the United States under Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
		Garner State Park is named for the late John Nance "Cactus Jack" Garner, a South Texas political legend who hailed from nearby Uvalde and who served as vice president under FDR.
	www.texasmonthly.com /events/chevy/one (712 words)

	The Austin Chronicle Features: Three Canyons: The Southwest Edge of Texas' Hill Country -- Home to Lost Maples and ...
		Garner State Park, stuck way out in the middle of nowhere, is Texas's most popular park for overnight camping.
		The park's main attraction is its 10 acres of Frio River frontage.
		He also notes that the park's infrastructure, which was mostly built by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the late 1930s, and includes the outstanding Alsatian-style park headquarters, "is still holding up real well." Every Saturday night during the summer the stately limestone plaza of the headquarters is the scene of a jukebox dance.
	www.austinchronicle.com /issues/dispatch/2001-05-18/xtra_feature.html (3350 words)

	ipedia.com: Garner State Park Article (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Garner State Park is one of Texas ' most visited state parks.
		It is located on the Frio River 30 miles north of Uvalde, Texas and named for John Nance Garner, former Vice-President of the United State...
		It is located on the Frio River 30 miles north of Uvalde, Texas and named for John Nance Garner, former Vice-President of the United States.
	www.ipedia.com /garner_state_park.html (127 words)

	Compare Prices and Read Reviews on Garner State Park at Epinions.com
		Garner is located 90 miles from San Antonio in the Texas Hill Country.
		Garner is not the most scenic nor is it the best place see various wildlife but there is something that brings everything together and creates a place like no other.
		If you take your kids to Garner be prepared to make it an annual trip....My coworker finally went after listening to me talk about it for 5 years...The result is her kids and husband want to go back to Garner this summer instead of going to Disney Land....
	www.epinions.com /content_168579927684 (605 words)

	Garner State Park (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Garner State Park is located on the Frio River in northern Uvalde County.
		While driving around the park in the early mornings or late afternoons be on the lookout for Deer and other animals.
		The park has a swimming hole and oncession stand that is very popular.
	www.rvingtexas.com /garner.htm (204 words)

	Texas Hill Country: swimming in Rio Frio.
		Garner State Park is one of the most photographed parks in the state.
		While we are mentioning cactus, Uvalde was the home of "Cactus Jack" Garner, namesake of the state park, and FDR’s Vice President.
		The Leona River flows through a nice town park in Uvalde on Hwy 90 but swimming is done south of town near the site of historic Fort Inge, four and a half miles southeast of town off FM 140.
	www.texasescapes.com /TRIPS/Swimming_to_Mexico/Swimming_to_Mexico_III/swimming_to_mexico_ptIII.htm (830 words)

	Trailer Life Magazine Open Roads Forum: Thinking of Garner State Park during Spring Break... have some concerns.
		Garner SP is located about 70 mile west and a little north of San Antonio.
		This will give you a clue what this park must be like during the warmer parts of the year and on weekends.
		This park is about 20 miles northeast of Garner, near the town of Vanderpool in Bandera County.
	www.trailerlife.com /forums/index.cfm/fuseaction/thread/tid/13235363.cfm (794 words)

	Garner State Park Texas Camping
		Frio River and towering stone cliffs, 1,420-acre Garner State Park is one of the most developed and heavily visited Texas state parks.
		Garner State Park is one of many great camp...
		Texas has some beautiful areas and Garner State Park is in one of...
	www.pine-aire.com /garner-state-park-texas-camping.html (192 words)

	Garner State Park - 2k2 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		The Sheriff stopped by to invite the cruisers to a poker run the town of Utopia is putting on in Sept or Oct - stay tuned to the ride calendar for details.
		Parked all in a row in the sun!
		And of course everyone had to turn around to see the park ranger writing up someone just as the pic was taken!
	home.satx.rr.com /sascrc/garner02.html (245 words)

	Wildernet - Garner State Park
		Description - Garner State Park is 1419.8 acres (10 water acres of the Frio River) of recreational facilities in northern Uvalde County.
		Attractions - Garner State Park is one of the true beauty spots of Texas found in the northern part of Uvalde County.
		Location - The park is located in Uvalde County, 31 miles north of the town of Uvalde, 9 miles south of Leakey, or 8 miles north of Concan on the Frio River.
	www.wildernet.com /pages/statepark.cfm?areaID=TXSPGARN (1218 words)

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		Garner Park was THE central meeting place for learning to Whip.
		His band, B.J. Thomas and The Triumphs, recorded the song, “Garner State Park”, sung by Don Drackenberg, which played on the jukebox for years.
		We returned to Garner the summer of 1963 where we were finally "recognized as great dancers".
	www.bawdc.org /dances/thewhip.html (1164 words)

	Wild Texas Parks: Garner State Park - Concan, TX
		This tranquility is a contrast to the crowding the park experiences during the summer and holidays.
		Note: Learn about the $60 Texas State Parks Pass which exempts passholders, and the passengers in their vehicle, from the entrance fees at all Texas State Parks.
		The park is managed by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
	wildtexas.com /parks/garner.php (569 words)

	TPWD: Blanco State Park
		History: Blanco State Park is 104.6 acres, along the Blanco River, in Blanco County.
		The park area was used as a campsite by early explorers and settlers.
		Directions: The park is located on the south side of Blanco, 40 miles north of San Antonio on US Highway 281; turn on Park Road 23 or 48 miles west of Austin on US Highway 290 to US Highway 281, then south on Park Road 23.
	www.tpwd.state.tx.us /park/blanco/blanco.htm (516 words)

	Garner State Park - Wild Texas Forums: Parks, Travel & Recreation
		According to the latest Texas Parks and Wildlife Department news, Garner State Park will be CLOSED until at least July 18th due to catastrophic flooding.
		Due to the extensive damage Garner State Park has sustained from the recent flood, the park is closed for repair.
		The decision to temporarily close is based on damage to water-wastewater systems that leaves the park without potable water and without the ability to serve the public in a way that would comply with state rules.
	www.wildtexas.com /talk/showthread.php?p=45&mode=threaded (613 words)

	Extras: Outdoors South: Tubing--The Ultimate Lazy Day (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Garner State Park, in the Hill Country between Leakey and Concan, Texas, serves as the river's centerpiece.
		Garner State Park rents new PVC pink and yellow tubes for $5 a day (with a $5 deposit).
		Parkview Riverside RV Park, situated across the Frio River from Garner State Park, also ferries tubers upstream; (830) 232-4006 or www.parkviewriversiderv.com.
	www.southernliving.com /southern/extras/features/article/0,13676,653136,00.html (920 words)

	TRC - Texas Rescue Competition
		Thanks again to the Garner State Park Staff and the Texas Department of Wildlife, who without their invaluable assistance and cooperation, this years competition would not have been possible.
		We can only hope that the park will be in it's usual pristine condition that the Garner Park Staff always seems to manage to keep it in.
		Garner State Park has primitive camping areas, trailer areas, screened shelters, and cabins for accommodations.
	txrescue.com (1115 words)

	Interpretive Trail Exhibits At Golden Gate Canyon State Park Garner National Award (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Golden Gate Canyon State Park's Trout Pond Trail features national award- winning interpretive exhibits that provide visitors with information about life in a pond and along a creek, and why clean water is necessary to support a variety of life forms.
		The Division of Wildlife, in collaboration with Colorado State Park's staff, worked with ECOS to design the interpretive signs that are found along the trail's adjacent stream and trout pond.
		Park users are required to purchase a $4 day park pass.
	www.dnr.state.co.us /cdnr_news/parks/19981210135858.html (569 words)

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		Are you the RV park located directly across the river from Garner State Park?
		Yes, our park adjoins Garner at the centerline of the river.
		There are also hiking trails at Lost Maples State Natural Area at Vanderpool - 30 miles from our Park.
	www.parkviewriversiderv.com /faq.htm (263 words)

	Garner State Park
		B.J. Thomas was a regular, in fact, he wrote a song called "Garner State Park", which stayed on the jukebox for years.
		After one full summers' practice (1962) followed by the countless hours of practice with my partner in Corpus Christi during the preceding school year, she and I returned to Garner (summer of 1963) to finally be "declared" as great dancers.
		A few of my Garner friends who I keep in touch with were as surprised as me that I never pursued dancing further.
	www.ssqq.com /information/garnerpark.htm (1521 words)

	Star Rentals- Local Attractions
		A five minute's drive North of us, Garner State Park is truly one of the greatest wonders of Natural Texas beauty.
		It is is 1419.8 acres (10 water acres of the Frio River) of preserved and untouched local flora and fauna.
		Garner State Park was acquired in 1934-36 and was named for John Nance Garner (Cactus Jack) of Uvalde, who served as Vice-President of the United States from 1933-41
	www.leakeystar.com /attractions.html (251 words)

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