Adobe Hacienda Gallery - Box 264, Fort Davis, TX 79734. Art gallery & Western museum, including oil & water color paintings, books, bronze sculptures and prints, leather tooling & carvings by Bill Leftwich, NOTE CARDS,- Old P.O., Courthouse, Fort Chapel, Indian Lodge, 10 cards 2 of ea. $12. PRINTS hand colored by artist: Longhorn at Windmill, Oxen in Mexico, Geronimo, Quanah Parker, Villista Horseback, Billy the Kid, Aggie Sr., $60 each All Post Paid. (432) 426-3815.

Alamito Real Estate - “Specializing in Ranch and Rural Properties in the Highlands of West Texas” Cleat Stephens-Broker
Tel: (888) 729-4424 Email: cleat@alamito.net web: www.Alamito.net

Along the Trail Antiques, Gifts & Garden - 1504 N State St. ( Mailing address 
P. O. Box 1267, Fort Davis, TX 79734). Retail antiques, gifts and garden store. Open 9am - 5pm, (432) 426-2041

Alpine Chamber of Commerce - Promoting Alpine and the Big Bend. 106 N 3^rd Street, Alpine, Texas  79830 1-800-561-3735 Fax (432) 837-3638 e-mail chamber@alpinetexas.com

Alpine Auto Rental & Sales with U Haul - We provide area wide auto rental and sales as well and all your U Haul needs.  Contact us at 432-837-3463, toll free 800-894-3463 or email to autos@alpineautorental.com.  Please visit our website www.alpineautorental.com for more information.

A.M.P. Auto Parts & Repair
109 E. Cemetery Road, Fort Davis Texas 79734. Tel: 432-426-3529
Automotive & R.V. parts & repair.

Andy Prude Well Service - Water pump installation and repair; welding; metal buildings and tractor ditching. Andy handles solar pumps and alternative energy sources.
Email: aandeprude@hughes.net  Tel: (432) 426-3030.

Apache Trading Post - P. O. Box 1140, Alpine TX 79830. West of Alpine on Hwy 90, across from Ramada Hotel. Free viewing of the Marfa Lights Video. Collectibles of the Big Bend Country, Gifts,  Books, Topographical Maps. Spirit of the West Art Gallery, celebrating ranching of the tri-county area. Visit the Jackassic Park.  Monday to Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. (432) 837-5506 Web site apachetradingpost.com

Area-Wide Phone Book - P.O. Box 980, Abilene, TX 79604.(325)676-4032. 

Art & Photography by Diane Lacy - Photography, oil paintings and water colors by world  renowned artist Diane Lacy. (432) 426-3380 Fax (432) 426-3000 e-mail mail@dianelacy.com

AT&T - Local Telephone Service Provider PO Box 60630 Midland, TX 79711 800-464-7928 

Awakening Place - guestrooms and cedar cabin rental has maximum accommodations for 4 adults.  It is light and airy with high ceilings and picture windows.  Knotty pine walls enclose 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, full kitchen and living room which overlook the historic Fort.  Several quiet garden areas available for relaxation and star gazing. There is ample and off the street parking for vehicles including bikes. We are a brisk walk to local attractions and a short drive to others.  Awakening Place is located at the corner of Cavalry Rd and Highways 118 & 17 North across from the old fort and caddy corner to the Post Office. Full cabin accommodations are $150 per night + 13% tax or $70-75 per night per room + 13% tax.  Call 432-426-3789.

The Bear Den - Full service restaurant specializing in Mexican cuisine, steaks. A wonderful patio is available for dining. 205 N El Paso St, Balmorhea. (432) 375-2273

Baeza's Thriftway- Retail grocery - Fresh meat, fresh produce, gasoline, everything big supermarkets have. Across from Old Fort Davis on Hwy 118.  (432)426-3812.

Blue Agate Rocks and Gifts
Wholesale and retail sale of polished and rough rocks, tumbling supplies, jewelry, gifts, artifacts, geodes, and healing stones.
603A North State Street. Telephone (432) 426-2924
Donna Trammel owner, e-mail rocklady2002@sbcglobal.net

Blue Sky Productions - P O Box 1824, Alpine TX, 79831. Publishers of Big Bend Real Estate Guide, and suppliers of other marketing materials such as business cards, brochures & booklets. Phone # (432) 294-3691/ 3723,  FAX # 866-239-8959, e-mail info@blueskyofalpine.com  website www.blueskyofalpine.com.

Butterfield Inn Cottages - In the heart of beautiful Fort Davis, our charming country cottages offer cathedral ceilings, wood burning fireplaces, central heat and air, queen beds, rocker recliners, cable T.V. and full private baths with Jacuzzi jets in the tub. We are within walking distance of shops and restaurants. For reservations or to order our Cream & Butter Fudge call (432) 426-3252, or e-mail: butterfieldinn@sbcglobal.net

The Caboose - is an ice cream and shaved ice shop situated inside an authentic Burlington Northern railroad caboose. Located directly across from the Fort Davis National Historic Site, the shop features a full menu of delicious cones, shakes, malts, floats, sundaes, banana splits, and more. Hours are from Noon until 9:00 each day spring through fall. 
Tel: 432 426-2742. Email: jodiemoon@sbcglobal.net Web: www.thecaboose.biz

Capital Farm Credit - Po Box 1809, Alpine, Texas 79831.
“We’re the Answer”, Texas’ Largest Rural Lender.
Web: www.capitalfarmcredit.com, Email: ashley.wood@capitalfarmcredit.com
Tel: 432 837-5948

Car Rentals Texas
Discount coupons on rental cars for Texas and across the country.
Tel: (407) 396-4152

Casa del Arroyo Construction, L.L.C. - Custom homes and renovations in the Big Bend. Casa Del Arroyo Construction, L.L.C. Jerry Mitchell.
Po Box 1319 Alpine, TX 79831, 432 837-7313, Email: casadelarroyollc@yahoo.com

CF Ranch - P.O. Box 689 , Alpine, TX 79831 (432) 364-2251 offers an abundance of information about the ranch on their website www.cfranch.com  History about the ranch, the varied ranch locations, hunting and lodging (with an excellent video of "bucks in velvet), and information concerning movie set locations. e-mail paco@jmkint.com

Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center and Botanical Gardens 
The Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center and Botanical Gardens is located four miles south of Fort Davis on Highway 118. Feature a Visitor’s Center, Gift shop, Hiking trails & arboretum. (432)364-2499. Monday -Saturday: 9-5.

The Chisos Mountains Lodge & Cabins - Nestled in the high Chisos Mountains, the lodge features a restaurant, convenience store and gift shop. Convenient to many hiking trails from easy to strenuous. The classic National Park experience. 432-477-2291

Crow's Nest Ranch - Cabins, RV Park and Campground.  Tent Camping, RV Camping with 22 RV hookups, 3 Cabins for 6 to 8 persons each, Group Camping.  Located west of Fort Davis on Scenic Loop 166.  Amenities include meeting rooms, restrooms, showers and laundry. Chuck-wagon available.  Please visit our web site for extensive details about our facility.  (432) 426-3300  e-mail:  crowsnest@crowsnestranch.com

Cueva De Leon - Full service restaurant specializing in Mexican food. Main Street, Fort Davis. Mon-Sat 11:30-3:00 and 5:00-9:00. (432) 426-3801

Davis, Clark and Company - ( Certified Public Accountants) 2705 Swiss Avenue, Dallas,  TX, 75204.  Audits of Business, Not For Profit Organizations, Tax and Business Consulting. (214) 824-2556  FAX  (214) 823-9367. e-mail Info@texascpa.com

Davis Mountain Broom Shop - Handcrafted Brooms and Walking Sticks made as they were in the 1800’s.  Daily live demonstrations and broom history. Tues-Sat 9am until 4pm Located at 401 State Street. Tel:(432) 426-3297.

Davis Mountains Education Center - PO Box 1138, Fort Davis, Texas 79734, located one mile from downtown Fort Davis on Highway 118 S (to Alpine).  Offering educational opportunities and tours for all ages in West Texas, Big Bend, Southern New Mexico, Texas Hill Country and Northern Mexico's Copper Canyon.  An Elderhostel Program Super-site.  (432) 426-3481; 1-800-403-3484; Fax: (432) 426-2021. 

Davis Mountain Jeep Tours – Take a tour of the historic H.E. Sproul Ranch in a customized 4x4 touring jeep! Each regularly scheduled tour is 2 ½ hours and includes spectacular mountain scenery and a chance to view abundant native wildlife. Custom tours including fishing or a picnic can also be arranged. Reservations may be made at the Harvard Hotel, 109 State Street, 432-426-2500. www.harvardhotelandlodge.com

Davis Mountains Nut Company - Roasted and dipped gourmet pecans.  When in Fort Davis Stop by and get a free sample. You can purchase them when you are in Fort Davis or call us and we'll ship them to you.  (432) 426-2101 Fax: (432) 426-2182. e-mail pecans@overland.net

Davis Mountains Realty - P.O. Box 2175, Ft. Davis, TX. 79734.  Your full service real estate broker for Fort Davis and the Davis Mountains.  Kelly Williams, Broker-Owner (432) 426-3188.  web: www.davismountainsrealty.com  Email: info@davismountainsrealty.com

Davis Mountains Retreat- RV Park and Campgrounds located in a quiet and very scenic area. Showers, Restrooms & Laundry facilities on the premises. 432-426-2600 email: dmretreat@direcway.com

Davis Mountains Stitchery- A Professional Sewing Company. 211 Circle C Avenue East, PO Box 1007, Fort Davis, Texas 79734. Tel:432-426-2995  Fax:432-426-3568  email: miketaylorfd@sbcglobal.net.

Double M Ranch Getaway Suite - Located on a 1500 acre working ranch, this secluded guest suite is perfect for stargazing, bird watching, bicycling or hiking. Relax on the covered patio with unobstructed views of the McDonald Observatory & Mt. Livermore. The suite is complete with a King-size bed, fully equipped kitchen with stove, refrigerator, private bath, satellite TV, DVD/VCR, BBQ grill and telephone. Guided hiking or bicycling tours are also available. See our website: http://www.mmguestranch.com/ or call 432-426-2473

Dick Slaughter

Edith Miles

El Oso Flojo Lodge - This beautiful lodge in located in the oasis of west texas, Balmorhea. About 30 miles north of Fort Davis, Balmorhea is a wonderful town especially known for its amazing state park and spring fed swimming pools.
For reservations call (432) 375 0502. info@elosoflojolodge.com Web: www.elosoflojolodge.com

First Presbyterian Church -Front Street at Bloys Avenue Pastor: Joe Gossett, Sunday School 10:00AM, Worship Service 11:00AM, (432) 426-3948 e-mail: jgossett@overland.net

First Saturday Flea Market - Old-fashioned, community based, outdoor flea market held on the first Saturday of every month, March thru December. www.oldfortcountry.biz (432) 426-2742

Food Pantry of Jeff Davis County - Food and clothing for qualified clients. Serving all of Jeff Davis County.  Provides supplemental and emergency food. used free clothing for qualified clients.   Food Distribution  2nd & 4th Saturday of each month.  Clothing Distribution every Wednesday 12pm to 1pm. (432) 249-0500

Fort Davis Church of Christ - PO Box 32/104 Main Street, Fort Davis, TX 79734.
Pastor Gregory Meads
Sunday School 10:00am
Worship service 11:00 am & 6:00pm
Ladies Bible Study 5:00pm
Wednesday evening Bible study 7:00pm

Fort Davis ISD - PO Box 1339, Fort Davis, Texas 79734.  101 Indian Lane.  (432) 426-4440 Fax: (432) 426-4449.

Fort Davis Higher Education Foundation
A Non-profit organization which awards scholarships to graduating seniors from Fort Davis ISD.
For further information contact Dawn Wyatt at dawn@zjets.com

Fort Davis Motor Inn & RV Campground - new in 1995.  Nestled next to the Davis Mountains on Hwy. 17 North (inside the city limits).  Close to Fort Davis National Historic Site, restaurants and shopping.  Enjoy full hookups, 30' x 50' spaces, cable TV hookups, 20/30/50 amps, tenting area, picnic tables, grills, showers and restrooms.  Daily, weekly and monthly rates.  For information, call (432)426-2112 or for reservations, call 800-80-DAVIS.

Fort Davis  National Historic Site - P. O. Box 1379, Fort Davis Texas. Administered by the National Park Service. Hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm. 
Closed: 
            Christmas Day- December 25
            New Years Day  - January 1
            Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Observed - Third Monday in January - Jan.16,2006
            Thanksgiving Day - Last Thursday in November - Nov. 30, 2006
For more info: Please call: (432)-426-3224 ext.20

Fort Davis State Bank - Your "People to People" Bank since 1911.Branches located in Fort Davis, Alpine and Presidio to service all your needs.  ATM's available in all locations.  For more information call (432) 426-3211 or visit our web site at www.fdsb.com.  Member FDIC and Equal Housing Lender.

Fort Davis TV Cable - TV cable provider, (432) 837-2300.

Friends of Jeff Davis County Library - P O Box 425, a volunteer organization that endeavors to make Jeff Davis County Library an increasingly important asset by encouraging greater public awareness, use, and support of the library and by assisting the librarian and staff in improving services and facilities.

Girl Scouts Of The Permian Basin - Year round leadership development program for girls ages 5-17. Education & camping for youth, Group facility rentals. 9am-6pm Mon. – Thurs.
Contact: 432-364-2201 - Email: campmitrepeak@gspb.org

The Hair Affair - at The Harvard Hotel, State Street. Hair care for women, men, children, haircuts, color, highlights, perms, walk-ins welcome. Matrix, Biolage, Biosilk, Hair Care Products. Hours Wed - Fri 10-7,  and Sat 9-2 Other times available by appointment   (432) 426-2503. 

The Harvard Hotel – An eight-room suite hotel located at 109 State Street in downtown Fort Davis. Each room offers a refrigerator, microwave, tv with dvd player, coffeepot, quality linens, pillow-top mattresses, internet access and more. Built in 2005, it is the newest hotel in town and also offers retail and office space on its lower level. Additional suite accommodations at the Harvard Lodge on the H.E. Sproul Ranch and Davis Mountain Jeep Tours can also be booked through the Hotel. Please visit www.harvardhotelandlodge.com or call 432-426-2500 for more information.

Higginbotham Bartlett Building Supply -  quality household and construction products.  We are a full line lumberyard with paint, plumbing, electrical, tools, fasteners and a whole lot more.  (432) 426-3827 Fax: (432) 426-3862.

High Desert Yoga - PO Box 175/ 200 State Highway 17, 432-426-2497
highdesertyoga@hotmail.com.
Beginning and intermediate yoga classes offered Tuesday-Friday in our beautifully remodeled studio. Certified instructor with training in Iyengar style yoga. Classes are 1 & ½ hrs and include breathing, asana and relaxation. Hours are Tuesday & Thursday 9:30-11:00 Wednesday & Friday 11:00-12:30.

The Hotel Limpia L.C. - Historic hotel w/ 39 rooms, suites on the square, and historic guest houses available. Swimming Pool. Restaurant serving dinner Tues. thru Sunday ,and Sunday lunch featuring Texas regional specialties, 2 gift shops: The Hotel Limpia Gifts and Javelinas and Hollyhocks.  800-662-5517 or  (432) 426-3237.

• Limpia Cottage - On the edge of Sleeping Lion Mountain.  Two bedrooms, one bath, full kitchen.  Quiet, great views.  $110. Call The Hotel Limpia for reservations.
• The Bandanna Room - Located in the Hotel Limpia Dining Room. Private club in a dining room atmosphere, serves alcoholic beverages with food service.  (432) 426-3241.
• The Hotel Limpia Dining Room  Dinner served; 7 days per week  5:30pm to 9pm,   The hotel's dining room offers a dining style characteristic of the region, with a personality of its own. Specialties include Buttermilk and Honey Biscuits, Burgundy Marinated Roast Beef, Char grilled Aged Steaks, Garden Salad with Creamy Cucumber Dressing, and fresh vegetables. Save room for dessert! Try the French Silk Pie or any of our house made pies! (432) 426-3241
• The Mulhern House - 1905 historic restored adobe home.  Two suites, one standard room, each with private baths.  $79-$89.  Call The Hotel Limpia for reservations.
• Sutler's Club-Full service private club serving alcoholic beverages at the Hotel Limpia, featuring Texas Wines.(432)426-3241.
• Javelinas & Hollyhocks - 107 State Street, across from the Hotel Limpia. Children's nature store and gifts for all ages. All Credit Cards Accepted (432) 426-2236
• The Hotel Paisano - P O Box Z, Marfa, Texas 79843. See web site for details. (432) 729-3669. e-mail frontdesk@hotelpaisano.com

Indian Lodge in Davis Mountains State Park - 39 unit park lodge, 2 meeting rooms, restaurant. Located in the scenic Davis Mountains State Park. State Park has 100 camping sites. For information see web site. For  room reservations call (432) 426-3254

InstaChek - P O Box 5296, Abilene, Texas, 79608. We offer check verification and recovery of returned checks to help retail  merchants recover losses. (325) 692-0370 Fax (325) 695-6501 

Javelinas & Hollyhocks - 107 State Street, across from the Hotel Limpia. Children's nature store and gifts for all ages. All Credit Cards Accepted (432) 426-2236

Jarratt Dirt Work & Paving, Inc. - Utilities Installation, Building Sites, Diversion Dams, Stock Tanks, Grubbing/Brush Clearing, Road Grading, Water lines-Ranch/Commercial/Residential, Paving-Commercial/Residential .(432)426-3592 Fax:(432)426-3140.
e-mail: dirtwork1@sbcglobal.net

Jeff Davis County Humane Society - PO Box 1156, Fort Davis, TX 79734.Established in 1993, the Humane Society strives to locate good homes for animals, educate the public about humane treatment of animals, assist in the spaying/neutering, placement/adoption of pets, as well as provide foster care. The Society holds annual events, baked goods/holiday card sales and Adopt-a-Highway projects. (432) 426-3385.

·         Stop in at our new store, The Helping Hand Thrift & Gift Shop, 510 State St., Hours; Tue-Fri noon to 5pm, Saturday 10am to 5pm, (432) 426-2008

Jeff Davis County Mountain Dispatch - P O Box 1097, Fort Davis, TX 79734-1097,  for the Jeff Davis County News, subscriptions $28 in Big Bend Area, $33 elsewhere. (432) 426-3077
e-mail: dispatch@mztv.net

JDC Ranch Partners (Rancho del Cielo) - P O Box 3076, Kent, TX 79855, (915) 828-3542, FAX (915) 828-3556 e-mail jdcranch@rionet.coop Located 30 miles North of McDonald Observatory on Hwy 118; 7 miles south of Kent. Guided Hunts - Trophy Aoudad, Javalina. Management deer hunts. Trail rides (Bring your own horse), driving tours, wildlife viewing, photo safaris, hiking, primitive campsites. Beautiful scenery. Commercial Augus-cross Bulls for sale. Check back later for our website. 

Jim Allen

John Avant

John Bell

Kate Hoffman Art Association - Kate Hoffman, for whom our association is named, was a very successful realist oil painter.  Regionally well-known, her paintings were sought after by a wide range of clients.  Mrs. Hoffman passed away at the age of 101 in 1997.  Today the Kate Hoffman Art Association is still going strong with monthly meetings held at members’ homes where we critique our work as well as enjoy programs such as demonstrations, videos, guest speakers and hands-on projects. We have 2 yearly art shows. For more information please contact Terry Biegler (432) 426-3307.

Kennedy Ranch - Guided mule deer hunts ($3,000) on 12,000 acres with 5 miles of food plots. No cattle.  2 hunters per guide - 8 hunters per season. Hunting lodge meals and open bar. South of Marfa. Dusty Schneider (940) 383-3543

Kimball Miller, Realtor - South Memorial Square. (P O Box 2153,) Fort Davis, TX 79734  Complete real estate services. (432) 426-3933 Fax: (432) 426-3933. 
Web: www.kimballmillerrealtor.com  Email: kimballmiller@sbcglobal.net  

Kokernot 06 Ranch -  . Guided  hunts: Mule Deer, Whitetail Deer, Antelope, Aoudad, Javelina, Feral Hogs, Birds. Movie locations and commercial photography expeditions P O Box 918, Fort Davis, TX 79734 (Located between Alpine & Fort Davis)  (432) 426-3380 Fax (432) 426-3000 e-mail mail@dianelacy.com

Kyle McDonnald

Laird Ranch Bed and Breakfast -  is situated in a restored Ranch Headquarters, Secluded and Quiet with Five Star Amenities, Satellite TV, DVD - beautiful views of the Davis Mountains. Complimentary evening reception and a "Texas Hearty" breakfast. Guests are welcome by Reservation.  Laird Ranch, 8610 Highway 17, Box 326,  Balmorhea, TX - Call toll free - 1-866-4-LAIRDS or e-mail info@lairdranch.com

• Experience 5 Star Dining at Laird Ranch "Reservations Only Private Parties of 4 to 10 welcome by Reservation.  Laird Ranch also provides luxury off site catering services.
• Laird Ranch Foods is a premier smoked meats  producer.

Fort Davis Lajitas Stables - Guided horseback trail rides in the Fort Davis Mountains on a Texas Heritage Ranch. Open daily year-round with hourly, lunch, all day or sunset rides. Located just one mile north of Fort Davis on Hwy 118. T:432-426-9075 - 1-800-770-1911 web: www.lajitasstables.com/fortdavis.htm

Limpia Creek Custom Hats, LLC - We make: Hand made custom Beaver Felt hats…. We sell:  Straw ; Leather ; Cloth ; Raffia ; Crocheted HATS and Hat Accessories, Coats, Jackets, Shirts, Belts, and Gloves.
 Located at 520 State Street, Phone (432)426-2130, Toll Free 1-888-878-HATS,  Fax (432) 426-9089 e-mail limpiacreekhats@limpiacreekhats.com Web: www.limpiacreekhats.com

Luz de Estrella Vineyards and Winery - A full production winery complete with tours, tasting room, wine bar and gift shop.  We are available for parties including small conferences and weddings.  We have 2.5 acre vineyard with Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc and Shiraz.  Located at 100 Starlight Way (Off of Hwy 90 East) Marfa Texas 432 729-3434
Open M-F 10am until 6pm and Sun 12 noon until 6pm
For more information visit their website at www.luzdeestrella.com or e-mail Linda Armstrong at linda@luzdeestrella.com

MacMillen in the Highlands - P O Box 1111, 43424 Hwy 17, Fort Davis, TX 79734. R.V. & Camping 28 full hookup sites, 12 camp sites, club house/store and office/bathhouse/Laundry. cable & wifi (432) 426-2056 1-877-426-2055 e-mail macmillenhighlands@sbcglobal.net  Coming soon www.macmilleninthehighlands.com 

Madera Hills Ranch - P O Box 12, Toyahvale TX, 79786. Guesthouse Lodging, trail rides, hunting, hiking, education seminars in Alexander Techniques. Breeding, training and sales of Registered Tennessee Walkers. Cattle Ranch. Open 7 days per week 7am  to 8pm. (432) 375-0296

• Shady Oasis RV Park and Equine Rest Stop - located approximately 3 miles from Interstate 10 on Highway 17 South, Balmorhea, 14 RV spaces with full hookups, 6 tent spaces , bathrooms and showers,  three 1/2 acre  paddocks,  and 4 coved stalls, hours, 24 hours a day 7 days a week. (432) 375-0296
• Balmorhea Mexican Import Store - 111 N Main Street, Balmorhea Texas,  Retail sales of Mexican Imports. Open 7 days a week 10am - 5pm (432) 375-0296
  e-mail address info@maderahillsranch.com

Marathon Chamber of Commerce- W. HWY 90, Marathon, TX 69842 432-386-4516

Marfa Chamber of Commerce- 207 N. Highland Ave, Box 635 Marfa, TX 79843 432-729-4942 or 800-650-9696

Marfa Gliders - Glider Rides - Box 516, Marfa TX 79843. Located at the Marfa Airport June1^st  through November. Take a discovery flight - Glider Rides at the Marfa Airport - Soaring is safe and fun for the entire family. The FAA allows youngsters to fly solo at age 14, after the required ground and flight instruction. 1-(800)-667-9464,  e-mail: FBCOMPTON@aol.com

McIvor Ranch - Also known as the U up U down is a working cattle ranch. The ranch has remained in the family for over 100 years. Gram’s Ranch House is a great place to stay here in the Davis Mountains. It is a neat house with a lot of charm. It has a wonderful view of the McDonald Observatory from front porch and a majestic view of Blue Mountain off the back porch. The house has three bedrooms with air conditioning in each room/two full baths. It has a living and dining area with a TV/VCR (no cable). The house has a fully equipped kitchen including a washer and dryer. There is lots of wildlife. Birding, hiking, biking or just relaxing. $150 a night. We would love for you to come join us here at the ranch for a couple of nights or a while. Please contact us for more information and available dates. Julie & Scott McIvor, HC 75 Box 1434, Fort Davis, TX 79734 (432) 426-2277 e-mail: mcivor@rionet.coop

Kimball Miller, Realtor - South Memorial Square. (P O Box 2153,) Fort Davis, TX 79734   Complete real estate services. (432) 426-3933 Fax: (432) 426-3933.  e-mail KMiller@overland.net

Mary Bridges

Max Kandler

Morrison True Value - 301 N. 5^th, Alpine.  Retail hardware, sporting goods, house wares, gift ware and rental equipment.  (432) 837-2061.

Murphy's Pizzeria & Café - in Ft. Davis is the place for "Simply Good Food!" Serving Lunch and Dinner Monday through Saturday 11:00 am to 9pm. Located just across from the Ft. Davis Courthouse. Original Chicago-style pizza, soups, vegetarian dishes, healthy salads, sandwiches, pasta dishes and more. From appetizers to desserts, Custom Catering is our specialty.  Call to plan your next meeting or special event at 432-426-2020.

The Nature Conservancy of Texas - 205 State Street North, Highway 118 & 17.  A non-profit wildlife conservation organization, using science-based research and a non-confrontational approach to protect the unique diversity of animals and plants native to our state.  (432)426-2390 Fax: (432) 426-2394 e-mail: CMarginot@TNC.org

El Oso Flojo Lodge - This beautiful lodge in located in the oasis of west texas, Balmorhea. About 30 miles north of Fort Davis, Balmorhea is a wonderful town especially known for its amazing state park and spring fed swimming pools.
For reservations call (432) 375 0502.

Old Fort Country - Located directly across the street from the Fort Davis National Historic Site and right beside The Caboose, Old Fort Country is a unique, one-of-a-kind West Texas establishment.  It is part museum, part old-fashioned country store, and all interesting.  It has static displays that preserve and display unique aspects of Fort Davis, the Big Bend region, and the West.  At the same time it offers shoppers a one-of-a-kind shopping experience with local crafts, western art (including the region’s most Remingtons), antiques, railroad memorabilia, birds and birding items, and rare collectibles.  Its purpose is to provide a relaxed, inviting, special, fun, interesting and entertaining experience for shoppers, browsers, and visitors of all ages.  Old Fort Country is open from noon to 9:00 p.m. seven days a week. 1250 North State Street, Fort Davis, Phone: (432) 426-2742, Fax: (432) 426-3176.
Email: oldfortcountry@sbcglobal.net Web: www.oldfortcountry.biz

Old Schoolhouse Bed & Breakfast - Front Street. 3 rooms in a historic building.  Full breakfast; pecan orchard; shaded deck; tobacco free; no pets;  $75-$115. (432)426-2050 or Fax (432)426-2509. e-mail: kennedys@schoolhousebnb.com

• Hope's Ranch  - The hospitality the Kennedy's made a hallmark of the Old Schoolhouse Bed & Breakfast has been extended to include this incredible 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath vacation home. Situated on 40 acres on the eastern edge of Fort Davis, Hope’s Ranch offers sweeping vistas of the Davis Mountains, the village of Fort Davis, and the high grasslands nearby. Phone: (432) 426-2050 Fax: (432) 426-2509 e-mail us: kennedys@schoolhousebnb.com

Oscar Medley Real Estate - PO Box 1335, Fort Davis Texas 79734
Commercial, Residential, Lots & Ranches, Monday thru Friday 9-5, Saturday by appt. Only.
432-426-3466 Cell 432-249-0292 Email: oscar@oscarmedleyrealestate.com
Web: www.oscarmedleyrealestate.com  

Overland Trail Campground & RV Park - Good Sam, Woodall's, inspected RV park. RV's, tenting, camping cabins (Small, inexpensive, rustic camping cabins, Cable TV, refrigerator, microwave) Day, Week or Monthly Rates. Airstreams for rent. Picnic Tables, BBQ, Camp Kitchen, clean showers, restrooms, Laundromat. Pull through sites, full hook ups. Free 42 channels Cable TV. RV storage. Internet access. Walk to all Fort Davis, Pets welcome. Rates: $16.00 full hookup for RV's reserved off web site. Tent sites $7.50 Cabins $35-$75. Reservations Only: 1-888-478-5267 or for information (432) 426-2250
e-mail: otkamp@texascamping.com 

Overland Trail Museum - Fort St. and 3rd St., See attractions page for hours. Special group tours by appointment call Bob Miles 432-426-2467 or Daisy McCutcheon (432) 426-2011 Provides historical records, pictures items of historical interest relating to Jeff Davis County, culture and physical history of Fort Davis and the Big Bend area. Museum owned and operated by The  Fort Davis Historical Society.

Point of Rocks Ranch Bed and Breakfast - King Suite sleeps 4 for $90 night or King suite with family loft which includes 3 twins, I double and I king  plus use of kitchen for $150. 11 miles West of Fort Davis on Highway166, HCR 74, Box 20, Fort Davis Texas.  (432) 426-3591,  roy@miniaturehereford.net   

Powell Plant Farm  - 2 miles Highway 118 South, Fort Davis TX 79734. Wholesale bedding plant nursery 1-888-560-8694,  FAX  (432) 426-3198

The Presidio Chamber of Commerce - P O Box 2497, Presidio TX 79845, promoting Presidio and the Big Bend. (432) 229-3199 Fax (432) 229-4888 e-mail  presidiochamber@bmsol.com

Prude Guest Ranch - located 6 miles north on Hwy. 118 on the historic Prude Ranch.  Motel units and family rooms: $51-80; sixteen bunkhouses for group use: $13/bunk.  Indoor swimming pool, tennis courts, hiking trails, Ropes Challenge Course and scheduled horseback rides for guests and other visitors, upon reservation.  Dining room with buffet meal service.  Conference facilities.  Children's Summer Camp. 800-458-6232 or (432) 426-3202 Fax: (432) 426-3502. e-mail: info@prude-ranch.com

Radio Stations KALP and KVLF - P O Box 779, Alpine, Texas. FM Station KALP, 92.7 on your dial, AM Station KVLF 1240 on your dial. (432) 837-2144.

Rebloom Designs - Landscape design *Residential/Commercial *Site Analysis & Low Maintenance Planning *Native and Appropriate Plants.  (432) 426-3236 Fax: (432) 426-2478. e-mail bethfr@overland.net

Road Runner Landscaping- HC 74 Box 15 Fort Davis, Texas 79734 Phone: 432-386-7494 or 7498. Fax: 432-426-2917

Roy Scudday  - of  Fort Davis TX

Southwest Texas Municipal Gas Corp. - Natural gas utility. (432) 837-3437

Sproul Ranch - The Sproul Ranch, founded in 1886 by Robert Stuart Sproul,  has been in the family and a working cattle ranch for over 100 years. Located in the heart of the Davis Mountains, the ranch offers a variety of activities, including lodging, hunting, private ranch tours, horseback trips (Horseback trips arranged through Lajitas Stables in Fort Davis (432)426-9075) e-mail  info@rmsproulranch.com  (432)426-3097

• La Cabaña Escondida (The Hidden Cabin) - Hwy. 17 N. across Limpia Creek.  Wonderfully secluded log cabin, sleeps up to four people.  Kitchen, bath, living room with TV/VCR (no cable).  Awesome views from two porches.  Wildlife, hiking, quiet.  No smoking.  2 Night minimum. Rates start at $95 + tax.  (432) 426-3097.
• Mary's Post Office - On Davis Street just North of the Courthouse. In 1908, James Edwards built this one-room building for his wife the postmaster.  It now serves as a unique getaway for couples. It has a Queen bed, clawfoot tub with a shower and more. We require a two night minimum. Non-Smoking, No Pets $95 plus tax. Available April thru September.
• The Ranch House - Built in the early 1900's by Robert Stuart Sproul, the Ranch House served as the Sproul Ranch headquarters. The ranch has been in the Sproul family and a working cattle ranch for over 100 years. It has two bedrooms, one bath, fully equipped kitchen, dining and living room, screened in backporch. Awesome scenery, hiking, birding, relaxing. Great view of Casket Mountain. Non-Smoking, No pets. $125/night. (432)426-3097.

Stone Village Tourist Camp - This 1935 "tourist court" was purchased by The Hotel Limpia in 2006 and has been completely remodeled. It now has 14 rooms of which two are suites, plus 7 "camp rooms" easily described as a step above camping complete with two twin beds made with thick comforters and full showers and bath facilities down the porch from your room. All of the motel rooms have flat screen TVs. The new heated pool was completed in the summer of 2007 which is located off of a patio with a fire pit and landscaped area for relaxation. Located in the middle of Fort Davis. Rates start at $39 for the camp rooms and go to $89 for the suites.
For Reservations call: (432) 426-3941. www.stonevillagetouristcamp.com.

• Stone Village Trading Post   --   Fine Gifts, Crafts and Imports.  We feature textiles , carvings and decorative pieces from Old Mexico.  Texas and Hand-Crafted items created by artisans at the Stone Village.  Stop in and see us on  State & 3rd Street, call local  (432) 426 3237

Studio CDJ - Artist Studio- watercolors, pastels, oil and other media. See Ann's art at Old Fort Country.  (432)426-2282 Fax: (432) 426-2272. e-mail: ann@studiocdj.com

Sunrise Stables -  PO Box 1338, Fort Davis, TX 79734.     Dressage instruction and training for all disciplines and all abilities through FEI levels by  A. Whit Watkins, USDF gold medallist and international competitor. Focus is on the collaborative partnership between horse and rider. Indoor Olympic arena, outdoor arenas, and indoor and outdoor stalls. Located on 4,000 scenic acres in the Davis Mountains below Mount Locke's Observatory. (432) 426-2402 (barn) (432) 426-2378 (house).  e-mail beav@overland.net

Texas Mountain Realty - 825 court Ave, is a Real Estate company representing Buyers, and Sellers. We will help find the perfect home, lot, land, Ranch or investment.
109 N. State Street Suite 1, located in the Harvard Hotel in Downtown Fort Davis.
PO Box 109, Fort Davis, Texas 79734. Tel: (432) 426 2024  Fax: (432) 426-2026.
Email: king@texasmountainrealty.com

The Big Bend Real Estate Guide Complete real estate listings for Brewster, Jeff Davis and Presidio counties. View the current issue with links to area realtors at www.bigbendrealestateguide.com.
Tel: 432.294.3691

The Chuck Wagon - Family owned and operated full service restaurant specializing in Contemporary Western Cuisine.  Open 7 days 7am-9pm (432)426-2900.

Rocking W Ranch - 42803 Hwy 17 (5 miles north of Fort Davis)
Fort Davis, Texas 79734.
Offer hunting opportunities of mule deer, white-tailed deer, aoudad,  javelina, fox, coyote, and bobcats.  Primitive cabin with water and a guide is available. 
Contact Tom Waterston at 432 426-2522 or 903 860-3027

The Secret Place - Located on State Street in Fort Davis. 432-837-5577
Fine antiques & art including Mission Tiger Oak furniture, hand made quilts, rare prints, oils & watercolors, cobalt blue glassware, Fiesta ware, collector plates, teacups, salt & pepper shakers, perfume bottles, trunks, frames & more.
Open exclusively by appointment. Call 432-837-5577

Toyahvale Desert Oasis - The Swimming and Snorkeling Outfitter for San Solomon Springs. Open in 1989 the Toyahvale Desert Oasis provides swimming supplies, snorkeling gear rental and sales along with Unique Souvenirs of Balmorhea State Park and San Solomon Springs. The Toyahvale Desert Oasis is located next to the State Park in Historic Toyahvale, Texas.  Open March thru September daily 10 to 6.  Open October thru February on Saturdays and Sundays 10 to 6. Services are available weekdays during the off season with advance notice. Call  (432)-375-2572
Web: www.toyahvale.com Email: info@toyahvale.com

University of Texas at Austin-McDonald Observatory  Astronomical education, research and public information. for fuller details see Attractions page.

The Veranda Country Inn - Court Avenue. Historic inn and guest house surrounded by walled gardens and courtyards. Provides a restful getaway, spacious rooms/suites, private baths, and generous breakfasts, from $80 - $145, 1-888-383-2847 or (432) 426-2233. e-mail: info@theveranda.com

• Veranda Country Inn Carriage House - (Click on photo for enlargement)  Two bedrooms, large living room, one bath, full kitchen, furnished with antiques, full breakfast . In garden area behind the inn.  From $120-$160. 1-888-383-2847.  or (432) 426-2233 e-mail: info@theveranda.com
   

Victorian Rose Guestrooms - Victorian Room, Texas Room, and Hana Room each have respective cultural décor. A king-size bed, private bath and access to the balcony make each room a pleasant experience.  European in atmosphere, the Victorian Rose houses antiques, paintings, teapot and doll collections as well as music and books for guests' enjoyment.  $75.Croquet, horseshoes, washers, walking distance of village.  Phone (432) 426-2164 e-mail: vicrose@victorianrose.org