Dan Oko

Aug 26, 2019 — By Dan Oko

If Texas biologists can prevent an outbreak of white-nose syndrome, caused by a fast-spreading fungus, they may provide a new national model for bat conservation.

Mar 22, 2019 — By Dan Oko

The fish stories out of this East Texas reservoir are mostly true, which is why fishermen come with their gear and beer in search of some of the state's biggest monster bass.

Mar 22, 2019 — By Dan Oko

In addition to Lake Fork, here are some other places where trophy lunkers lurk.

Feb 20, 2019 — By Dan Oko

To reap the rewards of paddling this remote, dangerous waterway, you don’t have to sell your soul. You simply need to respect its power. And be prepared.

Jan 11, 2019 — By Dan Oko

Best-selling author and Rice University professor Justin Cronin, who wrote 'The Passage' trilogy, on taking his work from the page to the screen.

Jan 10, 2019 — By Dan Oko

Volunteers and others step in to help maintain Big Bend, the San Antonio missions, and other beloved sites, but fears about lasting damage grow as the impasse drags on.

Aug 24, 2018 — By Dan Oko

Enjoy the views on these pedal-powered paths, including a route that takes you to the missions of San Antonio and one that goes around the Coastal Bend.

Aug 24, 2018 — By Dan Oko

Cyclists take on the grueling Davis Mountains route to experience awesome views and thrilling descents.

May 23, 2018 — By Dan Oko

There are some bright spots and signs of hope as the area recovers and rebuilds. The fish and birds are waiting for you.

Mar 22, 2018 — By Dan Oko

From the red-rock canyons of the Panhandle to the towering forests of the Piney Woods, some of the best parts of our state are accessible only by foot.

Mar 21, 2018 — By Dan Oko

These North Texas hikes will take you to spots that have helped shape our state’s history.

Mar 21, 2018 — By Dan Oko

These hikes, through the Edwards Plateau and the Coastal Plains, will take you to quiet spots in some of the state’s most popular parks.

Mar 21, 2018 — By Dan Oko

These hikes will take you on a tour of the towering forests behind the Pine Curtain.

Mar 21, 2018 — By Dan Oko

These mountain hikes will take you to new heights—and new extremes.

Jan 23, 2018 — By Dan Oko

After years of working to protect El Paso’s Castner Range from development, advocates received help from an unlikely source: the Trump administration.

Oct 22, 2017 — By Dan Oko

Yes, it'd be controversial. But if you take the politics out of it, Colin Kaepernick makes sense.

Sep 12, 2017 — By Dan Oko

Despite health risks, volunteers have stepped up to help in Harvey’s aftermath. Here’s a guide to safe mucking.

Mar 22, 2017 — By Dan Oko

Eight epic adventures to re-wild your child.

Mar 18, 2017 — By Dan Oko

Inundated with homework and distracted by their devices, our youngest Texans (and their anxiety-prone parents) are at risk of losing their connection to our state’s many natural wonders. Here’s how to untame the next generation.

Jul 20, 2016 — By Dan Oko

Millions of creatures migrate to, from, and through Texas every year. Here are a few not to miss.

Jun 16, 2016 — By Dan Oko

We’ve mapped out nineteen places to cool off the way nature intended by swimming, wading, and diving into Texas’s restorative waterways.

Apr 20, 2015 — By Dan Oko

A mid-life triumph on the Outer Mountain Loop. 

Mar 10, 2015 — By Dan Oko

The brewery’s founder on the craft beer laws, his upcoming projects, and his company turning 21.

Feb 23, 2015 — By Dan Oko

Seasonal specialties from some of the state’s leading craft breweries, including Buffalo Bayou, Real Ale, and Saint Arnold. 

Feb 4, 2015 — By Dan Oko

Craft brewery openings, expansions, and more.

Jan 20, 2015 — By Dan Oko

How the sale of the Powderhorn Ranch is the greatest thing to have happened for Texas.  

Dec 15, 2014 — By Dan Oko

More than a dozen craft beers from Texas and beyond that will pair well with your holiday feast.

Oct 9, 2014 — By Dan Oko

Find out which selections were considered liquid gold.

Apr 11, 2014 — By Dan Oko

With support from the Legislature, SpaceX may soon be launching rockets from Texas’ southernmost beach. That doesn’t mean a few nature lovers aren’t still ready to fight.

Feb 13, 2014 — By Dan Oko

Welcome to the golden age of independent Texas beer.

Apr 16, 2013 — By Dan Oko

One expert explains how the BP spill could be Texas’s greatest boon.