Editor’s Notes
by Dallas Baxter
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gain,
spring.
Though you can
.hardly tell since the
winter has been so mild.
Turkey vultures back on the
dot of March 1 and the
garden jumping out of the
ground when you think
you’ve got another month.
The Trans-Pecos continues
to surprise!
And let’s celebrate the season by observing a
national feast of verse, free and otherwise – April
is National Poetry Month, and what better place
to write poems about than the Trans-Pecos? We
feature a full 16 poets in this issue – some new,
some old hands at turning a poetic phrase; some
on our poetry pages and some within stories
about writing poetry or turning first time experi-
ences into poems. We hope you’ll enjoy this treat.
The return of Texas black bears, the result of
a combination of drought, fires and a rising bear
population, can give many of us up close and per-
sonal sightings. Charlie Angell tells about his most
recent bear adventure.
The Missions Trail is another springtime treat
possible along with a leisurely trip to El Paso
through the verdant Rio Grande bottom lands.
Danielle Gallo now lives in Clint and shares with
us the view she gets to see every day.
Marfa, Presidio and Marathon present three
outstanding Trans-Pecos folks with stories to tell
Jim Glendinning in “Voices of the Big Bend.”
We know our own Marfa Public Radio is
unique to our area, but did you know that many
rural areas of the country share our love of radio
for a wide range? The importance of public radio
to rural America can’t be overemphasized, as
Barbara Novovitch points out.
Bob Miles times two! First an essay on Henry
Skillman and then a review of Sam Richardson’s
new book Twelve Lessons of the Desert. You’ll learn
something new both times!
Alpine photographer David Kachel brings us
a dramatic photo essay; Charlie Angell tests your
geological skills with a Trivia quiz, and Jim Sage
recounts the fascinating acorn woodpecker’s
amazing storage feats.
David Keller tells us what he knows about the
history of the Chinati Hot Springs and asks for
further information that readers may have as he
turns it all into an upcoming book.
Poetry, history, new books, animals, birds and
river trips – it’s all here for you. Buen provecho!
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Dallas Baxter
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