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Bayou City Outdoors Holiday Party Thursday, December 21, 2017 - 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Bacco Wine and Spirits 5010 Dincans Street Houston TX 77005 Jingle all the way to Bacco Wine and Spirits for BCO's Holiday Party. Skip the shopping tonight, step away from the computer and come hang out with your BCO buds. In true BCO fashion, you can also help out one of our favorite local organizations, Friends For Life by either bringing supplies such as dog & cat bedding, food, toys, paper towels or stopping by the donation jar for cash and checks (please make your check out to Friends for Life) http://www.friends4life.org/ If you don’t want to carry your dog and cat goodies to the party we will have a Santa helper on site to gather your goodies and put them in the donation truck (AKA Kelly’s Honda). See you there - we have most of the place to ourselves and Bacco Wine and Spirits has great food, drink (full bar)! PARKING: Parking: street parking. About our selected charity: Friends For Life is the fastest growing No Kill animal adoption and rescue organization in Houston, dedicated to offering No Kill solutions to the animals of Houston and the people who want to help them. Their programs include rescue, rehabilitation, adoption, humane education and animal food/supply support. RSVP at http://bit.ly/2wwOlRW Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail to info@bayoucityoutdoors.com *** Get your copy of Houston A to Z while it lasts. You'll find 8 pages of the coolest, the curious, the gems and the underground of our town. It's everything you need to know to be a Houston aficionado and it's completely FREE - today! http://bit.ly/2gCCaIy

Bayou City Outdoors Holiday Party Thursday, December 21, 2017 - 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Bacco Wine and Spirits 5010 Dincans Street Houston TX 77005 Jingle all the way to Bacco Wine and Spirits for BCO's Holiday Party. Skip the shopping tonight, step away from the computer and come hang out with your BCO buds. In true BCO fashion, you can also help out one of our favorite local organizations, Friends For Life by either bringing supplies such as dog & cat bedding, food, toys, paper towels or stopping by the donation jar for cash and checks (please make your check out to Friends for Life) http://www.friends4life.org/ If you don’t want to carry your dog and cat goodies to the party we will have a Santa helper on site to gather your goodies and put them in the donation truck (AKA Kelly’s Honda). See you there - we have most of the place to ourselves and Bacco Wine and Spirits has great food, drink (full bar)! PARKING: Parking: street parking. About our selected charity: Friends For Life is the fastest growing No Kill animal adoption and rescue organization in Houston, dedicated to offering No Kill solutions to the animals of Houston and the people who want to help them. Their programs include rescue, rehabilitation, adoption, humane education and animal food/supply support. RSVP at http://bit.ly/2wwOlRW Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail to info@bayoucityoutdoors.com *** Get your copy of Houston A to Z while it lasts. You'll find 8 pages of the coolest, the curious, the gems and the underground of our town. It's everything you need to know to be a Houston aficionado and it's completely FREE - today! http://bit.ly/2gCCaIy

BCO presents: The Paths Less Pedaled December 10, 2017 - 2:00 to 5:00 pm Spring Street Beer and Wine Garden 1920 Houston Ave. Houston, TX 77007 Join us for this second PLP – Paths Less Pedaled! Meet inside the new Spring Street Beer & Wine Garden, on Houston Ave. Grab a brew if you get there early, we will definitely hang out after the ride and enjoy the libations and local food trucks. From SSBW we’re going to ride north and check out all the new trails added along White Oak Bayou and further. We’ll wind our way back to Spring Street around 5:00 and hang out and chat! Along the way we’ll be checking out new paths, renewed paths and paths seldom traveled. Houston has an amazing network of bike trails and it’s time for us to get out and discover them! Join us! No bike? No worries!  You can pick up a bike from a B-Cycle kiosk around town. Check their map and info here: http://houston.bcycle.com  Or, Bike Barn has a great rental shop at their Bayou Rental shop 105 Sabine St. Houston, Texas 77007 on Buffalo Bayou at Hidden Lake. RSVP at http://bit.ly/2ipP6pJ Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail to info@bayoucityoutdoors.com *** Get your copy of Houston A to Z while it lasts. You'll find 8 pages of the coolest, the curious, the gems and the underground of our town. It's everything you need to know to be a Houston aficionado and it's completely FREE - today! http://bit.ly/2gCCaIy

BCO presents: The Paths Less Pedaled December 10, 2017 - 2:00 to 5:00 pm Spring Street Beer and Wine Garden 1920 Houston Ave. Houston, TX 77007 Join us for this second PLP – Paths Less Pedaled! Meet inside the new Spring Street Beer & Wine Garden, on Houston Ave. Grab a brew if you get there early, we will definitely hang out after the ride and enjoy the libations and local food trucks. From SSBW we’re going to ride north and check out all the new trails added along White Oak Bayou and further. We’ll wind our way back to Spring Street around 5:00 and hang out and chat! Along the way we’ll be checking out new paths, renewed paths and paths seldom traveled. Houston has an amazing network of bike trails and it’s time for us to get out and discover them! Join us! No bike? No worries!  You can pick up a bike from a B-Cycle kiosk around town. Check their map and info here: http://houston.bcycle.com  Or, Bike Barn has a great rental shop at their Bayou Rental shop 105 Sabine St. Houston, Texas 77007 on Buffalo Bayou at Hidden Lake. RSVP at http://bit.ly/2ipP6pJ Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail to info@bayoucityoutdoors.com *** Get your copy of Houston A to Z while it lasts. You'll find 8 pages of the coolest, the curious, the gems and the underground of our town. It's everything you need to know to be a Houston aficionado and it's completely FREE - today! http://bit.ly/2gCCaIy

BCO Holiday Farmers Market Tour by Bike December 9, 2017 Meet at 8:30 AM leave at 9:00 to noon Onion Creek 3106 White Oak Drive Houston, TX 77007 We have several Farmer Markets right here in the middle of the city, which bring in local organic produce every Saturday. Bring your backpack to carry what you purchase, and let's shop the markets on our bikes! Now we're riding it Holiday Style! Wear Christmas colors, put your jingle bells on, or even decorate your helmet! Santa hats are great as long as they fit over your helmet. This is a very social ride (we chat a lot), and all levels of riders are welcome. We will start the morning off with a leisurely coffee at Onion Creek and then cruise to the markets to shop for fresh produce, sauces, jams, and bread. This is a 12-15 mile ride that lasts about three hours so bring plenty of water and a backpack to carry your goodies! Plan on sticking around after the ride to enjoy lunch at Onion Creek Cafe. They are a locally owned eatery, good food, good brews and good friends! No bike? No worries! You can pick up a bike from a B-Cycle kiosk around town. Check their map and info here: http://houston.bcycle.com Or, Bike Barn has a great rental shop at their Bayou Rental shop 105 Sabine St. Houston, Texas 77007 on Buffalo Bayou at Hidden Lake. Meet at Onion Creek, 3106 White Oak Dr, Houston, TX 77007. Please DO NOT Park in the Onion Creek lot – there is parking on the surrounding streets but look out for ‘no parking’ signs. Meet at 8:30AM – leave at 9:00AM to Noon. Free for members and non-members alike. The event is open to older kids who have good bike handling skills. Please note - we will be riding on some busy Houston streets. RSVP at http://bit.ly/2ip73oy Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail info@bayoucityoutdoors.com *** Get your copy of Houston A to Z while it lasts. You'll find 8 pages of the coolest, the curious, the gems and the underground of our town. It's everything you need to know to be a Houston aficionado and it's completely FREE - today! http://bit.ly/2gCCaIy

BCO Holiday Farmers Market Tour by Bike December 9, 2017 Meet at 8:30 AM leave at 9:00 to noon Onion Creek 3106 White Oak Drive Houston, TX 77007 We have several Farmer Markets right here in the middle of the city, which bring in local organic produce every Saturday. Bring your backpack to carry what you purchase, and let's shop the markets on our bikes! Now we're riding it Holiday Style! Wear Christmas colors, put your jingle bells on, or even decorate your helmet! Santa hats are great as long as they fit over your helmet. This is a very social ride (we chat a lot), and all levels of riders are welcome. We will start the morning off with a leisurely coffee at Onion Creek and then cruise to the markets to shop for fresh produce, sauces, jams, and bread. This is a 12-15 mile ride that lasts about three hours so bring plenty of water and a backpack to carry your goodies! Plan on sticking around after the ride to enjoy lunch at Onion Creek Cafe. They are a locally owned eatery, good food, good brews and good friends! No bike? No worries! You can pick up a bike from a B-Cycle kiosk around town. Check their map and info here: http://houston.bcycle.com Or, Bike Barn has a great rental shop at their Bayou Rental shop 105 Sabine St. Houston, Texas 77007 on Buffalo Bayou at Hidden Lake. Meet at Onion Creek, 3106 White Oak Dr, Houston, TX 77007. Please DO NOT Park in the Onion Creek lot – there is parking on the surrounding streets but look out for ‘no parking’ signs. Meet at 8:30AM – leave at 9:00AM to Noon. Free for members and non-members alike. The event is open to older kids who have good bike handling skills. Please note - we will be riding on some busy Houston streets. RSVP at http://bit.ly/2ip73oy Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail info@bayoucityoutdoors.com *** Get your copy of Houston A to Z while it lasts. You'll find 8 pages of the coolest, the curious, the gems and the underground of our town. It's everything you need to know to be a Houston aficionado and it's completely FREE - today! http://bit.ly/2gCCaIy

BCO Orientation Dinner November 28, 2017. 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Becks Prime - Memorial Park Location 1001 East Memorial Loop Houston, TX 77007 Come make new friends and learn about all the fun you're about to have in Houston and world-wide hiking, biking, traveling, kayaking, socializing and whatever we can come up with that’s fun! Are you new to BCO and curious to discover the ins, outs, and what all a social, outdoor activity group like us has to offer? Have you been stalking the calendar for months (or years) and haven't joined yet... maybe you just have a few more questions? Or, you're already a member but you might need some tips on navigating the website, or you're still a little nervous about attending an event or outing alone. Just want to come say hi? Do it! You'll meet folks in the same exact boat as you, and you'll learn a whole lot about all the fun Bayou City Outdoors has to offer. Our calendar can be a little overwhelming with 80 to 100 events every month, so let us explain some of our favorites and tell you everything you need to know about being a BCO member. We'll fill you in on the perks, discounts, loaner gear, buddy program, website, RSVP system, tips and so much more. We work hard to make this a little more “formal” (if we could ever be accused of that!) than our Meet & Greets. Time and size permitting, we will have a presentation, Q&A, and social time too. We may even have a few Event Leaders on hand to talk about their upcoming events! Come make new friends and learn about all the fun you're about to have in Houston and world-wide hiking, biking, traveling, kayaking, socializing and whatever we can come up with that’s fun! Parking – Parking in front of Beck’s, share a lot with the golf course There is no charge for the event, but you do pay need to for your own dinner. RSVP at http://bit.ly/2ip9hUV Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail to info@bayoucityoutdoors.com *** Get your copy of Houston A to Z while it lasts. You'll find 8 pages of the coolest, the curious, the gems and the underground of our town. It's everything you need to know to be a Houston aficionado and it's completely FREE - today! http://bit.ly/2gCCaIy

BCO Orientation Dinner November 28, 2017. 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Becks Prime - Memorial Park Location 1001 East Memorial Loop Houston, TX 77007 Come make new friends and learn about all the fun you're about to have in Houston and world-wide hiking, biking, traveling, kayaking, socializing and whatever we can come up with that’s fun! Are you new to BCO and curious to discover the ins, outs, and what all a social, outdoor activity group like us has to offer? Have you been stalking the calendar for months (or years) and haven't joined yet... maybe you just have a few more questions? Or, you're already a member but you might need some tips on navigating the website, or you're still a little nervous about attending an event or outing alone. Just want to come say hi? Do it! You'll meet folks in the same exact boat as you, and you'll learn a whole lot about all the fun Bayou City Outdoors has to offer. Our calendar can be a little overwhelming with 80 to 100 events every month, so let us explain some of our favorites and tell you everything you need to know about being a BCO member. We'll fill you in on the perks, discounts, loaner gear, buddy program, website, RSVP system, tips and so much more. We work hard to make this a little more “formal” (if we could ever be accused of that!) than our Meet & Greets. Time and size permitting, we will have a presentation, Q&A, and social time too. We may even have a few Event Leaders on hand to talk about their upcoming events! Come make new friends and learn about all the fun you're about to have in Houston and world-wide hiking, biking, traveling, kayaking, socializing and whatever we can come up with that’s fun! Parking – Parking in front of Beck’s, share a lot with the golf course There is no charge for the event, but you do pay need to for your own dinner. RSVP at http://bit.ly/2ip9hUV Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail to info@bayoucityoutdoors.com *** Get your copy of Houston A to Z while it lasts. You'll find 8 pages of the coolest, the curious, the gems and the underground of our town. It's everything you need to know to be a Houston aficionado and it's completely FREE - today! http://bit.ly/2gCCaIy

BCO Meet & Greet Thursday, November 16, 2017 - 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Kitchen 713 4601 Washington Avenue Houston TX 77007 You won’t want to miss Houston's best social club monthly meeting for epic adventures. Kitchen 713 created what we call Global Soul. It's food with southern roots, but with international seasons and flavorings. It's unpretentious and casual, and at the same time out of the ordinary. Try our Shrimp and Grits, Black Vinegar Braised Oxtail, Crispy Okra, and Thai Fried Chicken, all with southern roots, but new flavors. It's not fusion, it's just good food. The party is open to everyone so come along, bring friends, come early and stay late or just drop in for a few minutes - but whatever you do – join us! You won’t want to miss this monthly meeting for epic adventures. Parking: Attached parking garage and off street parking RSVP at http://bit.ly/2vdmFgB Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail to info@bayoucityoutdoors.com *** Get your copy of Houston A to Z while it lasts. You'll find 8 pages of the coolest, the curious, the gems and the underground of our town. It's everything you need to know to be a Houston aficionado and it's completely FREE - today! http://bit.ly/2gCCaIy

BCO Meet & Greet Thursday, November 16, 2017 - 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Kitchen 713 4601 Washington Avenue Houston TX 77007 You won’t want to miss Houston's best social club monthly meeting for epic adventures. Kitchen 713 created what we call Global Soul. It's food with southern roots, but with international seasons and flavorings. It's unpretentious and casual, and at the same time out of the ordinary. Try our Shrimp and Grits, Black Vinegar Braised Oxtail, Crispy Okra, and Thai Fried Chicken, all with southern roots, but new flavors. It's not fusion, it's just good food. The party is open to everyone so come along, bring friends, come early and stay late or just drop in for a few minutes - but whatever you do – join us! You won’t want to miss this monthly meeting for epic adventures. Parking: Attached parking garage and off street parking RSVP at http://bit.ly/2vdmFgB Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail to info@bayoucityoutdoors.com *** Get your copy of Houston A to Z while it lasts. You'll find 8 pages of the coolest, the curious, the gems and the underground of our town. It's everything you need to know to be a Houston aficionado and it's completely FREE - today! http://bit.ly/2gCCaIy

BCO Graffiti Art & Bike Ride October 1, 2017 - 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM Market Square Park (in front of Niko Niko's) 301 Milam Street Houston, TX 77002 Have you checked out the outdoor artwork adorning the city these days? Graffiti has moved from outlaw to street art, and some of the top artists and newcomers are spraying it up, right here in Houston. We’ll be riding around H-town while checking out some of the more prominent and promising graphics to be seen. Most of the ride today is on the streets of Houston, so DON’T forget your helmet – if you do, we will have a few to lend. Want to preview some of the art we will be seeing? Check out www.gulfcoastgraffiti.com. We’ll wind down the day at Niko Niko’s patio right where we started –Greek food, beer and sodas are available. So bring some cash, your wheels, and your helmet and see art like you have never seen it before, from the seat of your bike! No bike? No worries! You can pick up a bike from a B-Cycle kiosk around town. Check their map and info here: http://houston.bcycle.com Or, Bike Barn has a great rental shop at their Bayou Rental shop 105 Sabine St. Houston, Texas 77007 on Buffalo Bayou at Hidden Lake. Meet at Market Square Park in front of Niko Niko's - Parking: There is an abundance of on-street parking in downtown. Metered on-street parking is free all day on Sundays. Never park at a red meter or if the street has red markings. Milam and Travis streets along the park are also considered mobility lanes so you cannot park there from 7-9 am or 4-6 pm. $5 parking is also available at Market Square Garage at 300 Milam, which is conveniently located across the street from the park. Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail to info@bayoucityoutdoors.com RSVP at http://bit.ly/2w1Dpc5 *** Get your copy of Houston A to Z while it lasts. You'll find 8 pages of the coolest, the curious, the gems and the underground of our town. It's everything you need to know to be a Houston aficionado and it's completely FREE - today! http://bit.ly/2gCCaIy

BCO Graffiti Art & Bike Ride October 1, 2017 - 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM Market Square Park (in front of Niko Niko's) 301 Milam Street Houston, TX 77002 Have you checked out the outdoor artwork adorning the city these days? Graffiti has moved from outlaw to street art, and some of the top artists and newcomers are spraying it up, right here in Houston. We’ll be riding around H-town while checking out some of the more prominent and promising graphics to be seen. Most of the ride today is on the streets of Houston, so DON’T forget your helmet – if you do, we will have a few to lend. Want to preview some of the art we will be seeing? Check out www.gulfcoastgraffiti.com. We’ll wind down the day at Niko Niko’s patio right where we started –Greek food, beer and sodas are available. So bring some cash, your wheels, and your helmet and see art like you have never seen it before, from the seat of your bike! No bike? No worries! You can pick up a bike from a B-Cycle kiosk around town. Check their map and info here: http://houston.bcycle.com Or, Bike Barn has a great rental shop at their Bayou Rental shop 105 Sabine St. Houston, Texas 77007 on Buffalo Bayou at Hidden Lake. Meet at Market Square Park in front of Niko Niko's - Parking: There is an abundance of on-street parking in downtown. Metered on-street parking is free all day on Sundays. Never park at a red meter or if the street has red markings. Milam and Travis streets along the park are also considered mobility lanes so you cannot park there from 7-9 am or 4-6 pm. $5 parking is also available at Market Square Garage at 300 Milam, which is conveniently located across the street from the park. Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail to info@bayoucityoutdoors.com RSVP at http://bit.ly/2w1Dpc5 *** Get your copy of Houston A to Z while it lasts. You'll find 8 pages of the coolest, the curious, the gems and the underground of our town. It's everything you need to know to be a Houston aficionado and it's completely FREE - today! http://bit.ly/2gCCaIy

BCO - A Walk in the Woods Aka Terry Hershey Park - Hike the Ant Hills October 1, 2017 - 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM Let's meet at Cafe Express: 1111 Eldridge Pkwy Houston, TX 77077 The Terry Hershey Park Hike & Bike Trail is an east-west route along the banks of the Buffalo Bayou in the Energy Corridor. It provides more than 30 miles of trail from Barker Dam (near State Highway 6) to Texas Beltway 8 and the Sam Houston Tollway. There are paved trails in the cleared stretch of the park. The dirt trails, however, cut through the densely grown forest growing along the bayou, and are not easily accessible or typically traveled. Join us for an hour and a half quick-paced hike through some of the lesser-known (and more adventuresome) trails our park has to offer. Wear tennis shoes or hiking boots, it’s easy to bang a toe on a tree root. And, there’s some "elevation" in the park that you wouldn’t expect from just driving by. Bring water; there are no water fountains along the trails. If it is cool out (below 70) dogs are welcome. Bring Fido’s water bowl, leash and doggie bags. After the hike, join a group of us for lunch and coffee. Look for the group gathered at Cafe Express. There will be white and green Bayou City Outdoor signs with the group and on the vehicle. Please, check the meeting location map on the Bayou City Outdoors site calendar. RSVP at http://www.bayoucityoutdoors.com Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail to info@bayoucityoutdoors.com Get your copy of Houston A to Z while it lasts. You'll find 8 pages of the coolest, the curious, the gems and the underground of our town. It's everything you need to know to be a Houston aficionado and it's completely FREE - today! https://kellyhoward.leadpages.co/co-a-to-z-internet-calendars/

BCO - A Walk in the Woods Aka Terry Hershey Park - Hike the Ant Hills October 1, 2017 - 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM Let's meet at Cafe Express: 1111 Eldridge Pkwy Houston, TX 77077 The Terry Hershey Park Hike & Bike Trail is an east-west route along the banks of the Buffalo Bayou in the Energy Corridor. It provides more than 30 miles of trail from Barker Dam (near State Highway 6) to Texas Beltway 8 and the Sam Houston Tollway. There are paved trails in the cleared stretch of the park. The dirt trails, however, cut through the densely grown forest growing along the bayou, and are not easily accessible or typically traveled. Join us for an hour and a half quick-paced hike through some of the lesser-known (and more adventuresome) trails our park has to offer. Wear tennis shoes or hiking boots, it’s easy to bang a toe on a tree root. And, there’s some "elevation" in the park that you wouldn’t expect from just driving by. Bring water; there are no water fountains along the trails. If it is cool out (below 70) dogs are welcome. Bring Fido’s water bowl, leash and doggie bags. After the hike, join a group of us for lunch and coffee. Look for the group gathered at Cafe Express. There will be white and green Bayou City Outdoor signs with the group and on the vehicle. Please, check the meeting location map on the Bayou City Outdoors site calendar. RSVP at http://www.bayoucityoutdoors.com Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail to info@bayoucityoutdoors.com Get your copy of Houston A to Z while it lasts. You'll find 8 pages of the coolest, the curious, the gems and the underground of our town. It's everything you need to know to be a Houston aficionado and it's completely FREE - today! https://kellyhoward.leadpages.co/co-a-to-z-internet-calendars/

Dutch Oven Cooking – Camp Meals will Never be the Same! November 8, 2017 6:45 PM – 8:00 PM Location: Academy in Upper Kirby 2404 Southwest Frwy, Houston, TX 77098 OR online at www.facebook.com/BayouCityOutdoors Join Bayou City Outdoors, HTX Outdoors & Whole Earth Provision Co. for Houston Outdoor LIVE - in person. Or, check us out via Facebook Live (www.facebook.com/BayouCityOutdoors). Both events run simultaneously and you can join the Q&A online or in person. Each week, we take a topic and drill it down as quick & deep as possible to get you up to speed and out playing in the great outdoors. We’ll take Q&A after the presentation to help guide everyone into outdoors mastery. November 8th – Dutch Oven Cooking at Academy Upper Kirby Camping will never be the same once you add Dutch Oven Cooking. Forget about hot dogs on a stick and beans in a can and start thinking Pot Roast, Pizza and Enchiladas! Instead of oatmeal or cold PB&J, you can fry up some bacon, potatoes & eggs… or even bake some biscuits and gravy. And for dessert… Dutch Oven Brownies are the best and our signature tasty on a camping trip. Topics Covered: - How to pick your Dutch Oven - How to build your coals for your recipe - Cooking and keeping food ash free - How to boil, simmer, bake - caring for your cast iron - Our favorite recipes You'll also be able to download the free #10Essentials for Dutch Oven Cooking that evening – we promise you’ll be the toast of the campsite! Everything you need to know, buy, skip, learn and do in a single, awesome Tip Sheet. Before you head out for the weekend, join us for the evening. RSVP at http://bit.ly/2yie11C . Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail to info@bayoucityoutdoors.com *** Get your copy of Houston A to Z while it lasts. You'll find 8 pages of the coolest, the curious, the gems and the underground of our town. It's everything you need to know to be a Houston aficionado and it's completely FREE - today! http://bit.ly/2gCCaIy

Dutch Oven Cooking – Camp Meals will Never be the Same! November 8, 2017 6:45 PM – 8:00 PM Location: Academy in Upper Kirby 2404 Southwest Frwy, Houston, TX 77098 OR online at www.facebook.com/BayouCityOutdoors Join Bayou City Outdoors, HTX Outdoors & Whole Earth Provision Co. for Houston Outdoor LIVE - in person. Or, check us out via Facebook Live (www.facebook.com/BayouCityOutdoors). Both events run simultaneously and you can join the Q&A online or in person. Each week, we take a topic and drill it down as quick & deep as possible to get you up to speed and out playing in the great outdoors. We’ll take Q&A after the presentation to help guide everyone into outdoors mastery. November 8th – Dutch Oven Cooking at Academy Upper Kirby Camping will never be the same once you add Dutch Oven Cooking. Forget about hot dogs on a stick and beans in a can and start thinking Pot Roast, Pizza and Enchiladas! Instead of oatmeal or cold PB&J, you can fry up some bacon, potatoes & eggs… or even bake some biscuits and gravy. And for dessert… Dutch Oven Brownies are the best and our signature tasty on a camping trip. Topics Covered: - How to pick your Dutch Oven - How to build your coals for your recipe - Cooking and keeping food ash free - How to boil, simmer, bake - caring for your cast iron - Our favorite recipes You'll also be able to download the free #10Essentials for Dutch Oven Cooking that evening – we promise you’ll be the toast of the campsite! Everything you need to know, buy, skip, learn and do in a single, awesome Tip Sheet. Before you head out for the weekend, join us for the evening. RSVP at http://bit.ly/2yie11C . Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail to info@bayoucityoutdoors.com *** Get your copy of Houston A to Z while it lasts. You'll find 8 pages of the coolest, the curious, the gems and the underground of our town. It's everything you need to know to be a Houston aficionado and it's completely FREE - today! http://bit.ly/2gCCaIy

Boo, Brew & Bridges - Walk & Party by BCO & HTXO Tuesday, Halloween night – October 31, 2017 - 6:00 - 9:00 PM Under the Radar Brewery 1506 Truxillo St Houston, TX 77004 Join BCO & HTXO this Halloween as we get our slither on for a haunted walk followed by some boss brews for those who make it back from the haunted Houston bridges. Go all out on your costume or come sans costume and straight from work (that’s scary enough). You will want to have comfortable shoes to walk in. Under the Radar Brewery will open exclusively for our BCO & HTXO party this evening. We’ll plan to Leave Under the Radar Brewery at 6:45 and we'll return about 7:45. We’ll be tiptoeing across the glowing black and orange bridges of the Montrose District on this eerie evening. This is a dog-friendly event and dogs are allowed on the walk (about 2 miles). Plus, feel free to embarrass Fido and dress him/her up in costume. Pup Squad Animal Rescue will be joining us for the event. You’ll have a chance to say hi, get your photo taken, help an animal in need or just give a dog a bone (leg bones preferred). RSVP at http://bit.ly/2w1TSga Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail to info@bayoucityoutdoors.com *** Get your copy of Houston A to Z while it lasts. You'll find 8 pages of the coolest, the curious, the gems and the underground of our town. It's everything you need to know to be a Houston aficionado and it's completely FREE - today! http://bit.ly/2gCCaIy

BCO Meet & Greet Wednesday, October 25, 2017 - 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Wakefield Crowbar 954 Wakefield Drive Houston, TX 77018 You won’t want to miss Houston's best social club monthly meeting for epic adventures. Wakefield Crowbar is a casual sports bar and eatery located between Houston's Garden Oaks and Oak Forest neighborhoods. This casual bar offers a menu of burgers, sandwiches & craft beers, plus outdoor sand volleyball. We will be outside if the weather is nice. The party is open to everyone so come along, bring friends, come early and stay late or just drop in for a few minutes - but whatever you do – join us! You won’t want to miss this monthly meeting for epic adventures. Parking in the lot and on the surrounding streets RSVP at http://bit.ly/2xbjcAL Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail to info@bayoucityoutdoors.com *** Get your copy of Houston A to Z while it lasts. You'll find 8 pages of the coolest, the curious, the gems and the underground of our town. It's everything you need to know to be a Houston aficionado and it's completely FREE - today! http://bit.ly/2gCCaIy

BCO Orientation Dinner October 19, 2017. 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Becks Prime - Memorial Park Location 1001 East Memorial Loop Houston, TX 77007 Come make new friends and learn about all the fun you're about to have in Houston and world-wide hiking, biking, traveling, kayaking, socializing and whatever we can come up with that’s fun! Are you new to BCO and curious to discover the ins, outs, and what all a social, outdoor activity group like us has to offer? Have you been stalking the calendar for months (or years) and haven't joined yet... maybe you just have a few more questions? Or, you're already a member but you might need some tips on navigating the website, or you're still a little nervous about attending an event or outing alone. Just want to come say hi? Do it! You'll meet folks in the same exact boat as you, and you'll learn a whole lot about all the fun Bayou City Outdoors has to offer. Our calendar can be a little overwhelming with 80 to 100 events every month, so let us explain some of our favorites and tell you everything you need to know about being a BCO member. We'll fill you in on the perks, discounts, loaner gear, buddy program, website, RSVP system, tips and so much more. We work hard to make this a little more “formal” (if we could ever be accused of that!) than our Meet & Greets. Time and size permitting, we will have a presentation, Q&A, and social time too. We may even have a few Event Leaders on hand to talk about their upcoming events! Come make new friends and learn about all the fun you're about to have in Houston and world-wide hiking, biking, traveling, kayaking, socializing and whatever we can come up with that’s fun! Parking – Parking in front of Beck’s, share a lot with the golf course There is no charge for the event, but you do pay need to for your own dinner. RSVP at http://bit.ly/2v4DiPI Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail to info@bayoucityoutdoors.com *** Get your copy of Houston A to Z while it lasts. You'll find 8 pages of the coolest, the curious, the gems and the underground of our town. It's everything you need to know to be a Houston aficionado and it's completely FREE - today! http://bit.ly/2gCCaIy

Backpacking 101 – Everything you need to know to keep your pack light and hit the trail October 18, 2017 6:45 PM – 8:00 PM Location: Whole Earth Provision Co. 2501 Post Oak Blvd, Houston, TX 77056 OR online at www.facebook.com/BayouCityOutdoors Join Bayou City Outdoors, HTX Outdoors & Whole Earth Provision Co. for Houston Outdoor LIVE - in person. Or, check us out via Facebook Live (www.facebook.com/BayouCityOutdoors). Both events run simultaneously and you can join the Q&A online or in person. Join us in person if at all possible because we have a very cool giveaway compliments of Whole Earth Provision, an Optimus Crux Weekend HE Cook System with a fuel canister & meals! Plus, we’ll have refreshments provided by Karbach Brewing & snacks. The giveaway will be held at the end of the presentation. Each week, we take a topic and drill it down as quick & deep as possible to get you up to speed and out playing in the great outdoors. We’ll take Q&A after the presentation to help guide everyone into outdoors mastery. October 18th – Backpacking 101 at Whole Earth Provision Co. Backpacking is camping to the max. It enables you to find those once in a lifetime, National Geographic worthy vistas and take the path less traveled! It is about finding your inner John Muir and taking only what you need. Backpacking is the ultimate adventure. One of the big mistakes is over packing. We admit to a special set of skills for fitting an outstanding amount of objects into our purses and a backpack is no different. However, like life, backpacking is all about balance and the trick is to keep your pack light enough to carry while still having everything you need. Join us at Whole Earth Provision Co. We will have a packing demo and weighing-in session to demonstrate live the value of choosing your gear carefully. Topics Covered: - Food and water needs and options - Backcountry toilets and beyond - Building up to carrying your pack - How to pack your pack - What you need in your first aid kit - Filtering water with several different types of filters - Staying safe around potential predators - How, where and why to hang your personal effects and food You'll also be able to download the free #10Essentials for Backpacking that evening – we promise to get you Backpacking like the best! Everything you need to know, buy, skip, learn and carry in a single, awesome Tip Sheet. Don’t forget to sign up for this evening at the event for the drawing of an Optimus Crux Weekend HE Cook System with a fuel canister and 3 dehydrated food pouches from Backpacker's Pantry, Alpine Aire Foods, and Paleo Meals To Go. Before you take it on the trail, join us for the evening chat. RSVP at http://bit.ly/2xrhB9f. Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail to info@bayoucityoutdoors.com *** Get your copy of Houston A to Z while it lasts. You'll find 8 pages of the coolest, the curious, the gems and the underground of our town. It's everything you need to know to be a Houston aficionado and it's completely FREE - today! http://bit.ly/2gCCaIy

BCO MS150 Kick-Off Dinner and Q&A Tuesday, October 17, 2017 - 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Becks Prime - Memorial Park Location 1001 East Memorial Loop Houston, TX 77007 Ever wanted to ride the MS150 (or just find out if you really want to ride it)? Have you ridden it before but heard that BCO does it with panache and style and you want in? PLUS This year it is rumored there will be some changes to the MS150 route. Also, we have a few new "spins" to add to our training series - be the first to know! Fall in Houston means it's registration time for the MS150 ride from Houston to Austin. If you've ever thought about participating in the MS150 ride but didn’t know what to expect, then join us to learn everything you need to know about the event. If you’re a seasoned veteran, then come out and say “hi!”. Brand new to the adventure? We'll go through the event from A-Z and answer any questions you may have about the ride. We'll discuss: * Registration * Fundraising requirements and tips * Benefits of riding with Team BCO * BCO Training Series * Equipment you may need for your ride * Overnight lodging at the Bed & Breakfast vs. the Fairground in La Grange * How to get back to Houston * Everything else you may not have thought to ask If you've put off trying the MS150 because you've been apprehensive about what to expect on the ride, or if you just didn't know the whole process, come out and let us fill you in. Whether you're new to cycling or haven't been on a bike in years, there's no reason why you can't ride the 160 miles from Houston to Austin with the right training. When it's all said and done, crossing that finish line in Austin will be one of the more rewarding experiences you'll ever have, and BCO will be there to support you every step of the way. The coolest thing about riding with Team BCO is the people - come out and meet some of the Team and the Team Captains. We ever have a Social Team Captain (we're serious about our fun)! We are in the private room, just come on in and ask for BCO! Parking – Parking in front of Beck’s, share a lot with the golf course RSVP at http://bit.ly/2wmGPc2. Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail to info@bayoucityoutdoors.com *** Get your copy of Houston A to Z while it lasts. You'll find 8 pages of the coolest, the curious, the gems and the underground of our town. It's everything you need to know to be a Houston aficionado and it's completely FREE - today! http://bit.ly/2gCCaIy

Travel 101: Packing Matters Let's face it - if you pack incorrectly you are either going to be bummed, miserable or buying a bunch of stuff when you should be playing! October 4, 2017 6:45 PM – 8:00 PM Whole Earth Provision Co. 2501 Post Oak Blvd, Houston, TX 77056 OR online at www.facebook.com/BayouCityOutdoors Houston Outdoor LIVE - join us in person or check us out via Facebook’s new feature, Facebook Live (www.facebook.com/BayouCityOutdoors). Both events run simultaneously and you can join the Q&A online or in person. You’ll want to join us in person if at all possible because we have a very cool giveaway compliments of Whole Earth Provision, an Osprey 95L Transporter Duffle in sexy red! Plus, we’ll have refreshments provided by Karbach Brewing Co. & snacks too. The giveaway will be held this evening at the end of the presentation. Traverse the Serengeti in style or Ease Through the Canyon We’re totally in agreement with our girl, Helen Keller, who said “Life is either a great adventure or nothing.” What adventure have you planned for this year? Is it glamping in Africa while snapping photos of lions, hyenas and zebras (OH MY) on a safari across the Serengeti? Or, maybe you’re staying closer to home, backpacking the10-mile trail to the clear blue waters of Havasu Falls in the Grand Canyon. Whatever your journey, one thing we know is that you’re going to carry everything with ease! Forget something at home and you might find yourself missing out on all your trip has to offer or worse- you could find yourself up a creek without a paddle, literally! That’s why we’re taking you to our favorite outdoor store to browse and talk everything you may want or need on your next big trip. Fun fact about Whole Earth Provision Co., these outdoor stores can ONLY BE FOUND in Texas, so call us biased, but Texas rocks! Topics we’ll cover: - Clothing and layering - Accessories- scarves, hats, sunglasses and more - Boots, trail runners and Chacos - Gear, gear and more gear (backpack, hydration bags, purifying filters, hammocks, tents, etc.) - Solar technology - All the other new and amazing products out there you didn’t even know existed Show up in person or watch live, and you'll also be able to download the free #10Essentials packing list for any trip that evening! Don’t forget to sign up for this evening at the event for the drawing of an Osprey 95L Transporter Duffle (Red) *** Ready to window shop till you drop with us? RSVP at http://bit.ly/2wDplI6. Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail to info@bayoucityoutdoors.com http://bit.ly/2gCCaIy

BCO Graffiti Art & Bike Ride October 1, 2017 - 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM Market Square Park (in front of Niko Niko's) 301 Milam Street Houston, TX 77002 Have you checked out the outdoor artwork adorning the city these days? Graffiti has moved from outlaw to street art, and some of the top artists and newcomers are spraying it up, right here in Houston. We’ll be riding around H-town while checking out some of the more prominent and promising graphics to be seen. Most of the ride today is on the streets of Houston, so DON’T forget your helmet – if you do, we will have a few to lend. Want to preview some of the art we will be seeing? Check out www.gulfcoastgraffiti.com. We’ll wind down the day at Niko Niko’s patio right where we started –Greek food, beer and sodas are available. So bring some cash, your wheels, and your helmet and see art like you have never seen it before, from the seat of your bike! No bike? No worries! You can pick up a bike from a B-Cycle kiosk around town. Check their map and info here: http://houston.bcycle.com Or, Bike Barn has a great rental shop at their Bayou Rental shop 105 Sabine St. Houston, Texas 77007 on Buffalo Bayou at Hidden Lake. Meet at Market Square Park in front of Niko Niko's - Parking: There is an abundance of on-street parking in downtown. Metered on-street parking is free all day on Sundays. Never park at a red meter or if the street has red markings. Milam and Travis streets along the park are also considered mobility lanes so you cannot park there from 7-9 am or 4-6 pm. $5 parking is also available at Market Square Garage at 300 Milam, which is conveniently located across the street from the park. Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail to info@bayoucityoutdoors.com RSVP at http://bit.ly/2w1Dpc5 *** Get your copy of Houston A to Z while it lasts. You'll find 8 pages of the coolest, the curious, the gems and the underground of our town. It's everything you need to know to be a Houston aficionado and it's completely FREE - today! http://bit.ly/2gCCaIy

BCO - A Walk in the Woods Aka Terry Hershey Park - Hike the Ant Hills October 1, 2017 - 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM Let's meet at Cafe Express: 1111 Eldridge Pkwy Houston, TX 77077 The Terry Hershey Park Hike & Bike Trail is an east-west route along the banks of the Buffalo Bayou in the Energy Corridor. It provides more than 30 miles of trail from Barker Dam (near State Highway 6) to Texas Beltway 8 and the Sam Houston Tollway. There are paved trails in the cleared stretch of the park. The dirt trails, however, cut through the densely grown forest growing along the bayou, and are not easily accessible or typically traveled. Join us for an hour and a half quick-paced hike through some of the lesser-known (and more adventuresome) trails our park has to offer. Wear tennis shoes or hiking boots, it’s easy to bang a toe on a tree root. And, there’s some "elevation" in the park that you wouldn’t expect from just driving by. Bring water; there are no water fountains along the trails. If it is cool out (below 70) dogs are welcome. Bring Fido’s water bowl, leash and doggie bags. After the hike, join a group of us for lunch and coffee. Look for the group gathered at Cafe Express. There will be white and green Bayou City Outdoor signs with the group and on the vehicle. Please, check the meeting location map on the Bayou City Outdoors site calendar. RSVP at http://bit.ly/2v54IoJ Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail to info@bayoucityoutdoors.com *** Get your copy of Houston A to Z while it lasts. You'll find 8 pages of the coolest, the curious, the gems and the underground of our town. It's everything you need to know to be a Houston aficionado and it's completely FREE - today! http://bit.ly/2gCCaIy

Camping 101 To Camp or to Glamp & Everything in-between! September 13th, 2017 6:45 PM – 8:00 PM Whole Earth Provision Co. 2501 Post Oak Blvd, Houston, TX 77056 OR online at www.facebook.com/BayouCityOutdoors Join Bayou City Outdoors, HTX Outdoors & Whole Earth Provision Co. for Houston Outdoor LIVE - in person or check us out via Facebook Live (www.facebook.com/BayouCityOutdoors). Both events run simultaneously and you can join the Q&A online or in person. Join us in person if you can because we have a very cool giveaway compliments of Whole Earth Provision, an ENO Doublenest Hammock & Slapstraps! Plus, we’ll have refreshments provided by Karbach Brewing Co. & snacks. The giveaway will be held at the end of the presentation. Each week, we take a topic and drill it down as quick & deep as possible to get you up to speed and out playing in the great outdoors. We’ll take Q&A after the presentation to help guide everyone into outdoors mastery. September 13th – To Camp or to Glamp, That is the Question Houston is the city with no limits and bright lights! There’s so much to do here, but stargazing definitely doesn’t make the top ten. Just travel an hour in any direction away from the skyline and you can find yourself sleeping under the stars! There are so many ways to camp these days: hammocks, tents, in or on top of your car, there’s even glamping. Plus, there’s primitive camping, car camping and backpacking; are you lost yet? We’ve got you covered, and you’ll be picking your site with confidence in no time. Join us at our favorite Texas outdoor store, Whole Earth Provision Company, to learn all about camping and you’ll get your questions answered. We’ll review equipment you need and don’t need, demonstrate different tents, set up and chat about our favorite camping gear. Why Whole Earth Provision? Well, started by a groovy outdoor couple in Austin, Whole Earth opened its doors in the 70’s by the UT campus, so call us bias, but we just love to shop local. Found ONLY in Texas, this store features all the best travel and outdoor gear and provides an intimate atmosphere for us to take the time we need to answer your questions and go into nitty gritty details. Topics: - Different types of camping -Tent Setup 101 - What to take & what leave at home - The best campsites and how to find them - Taking non-campers camping - Cooking at camp - Our favorite camping spots You'll also be able to download the free #10Essentials for Camping that evening – you’ll be camping in style in no time! Don’t forget to sign up for this evening at the event for the drawing of an ENO Doublenest hammock and Slapstraps! Ready to camp like an Eagle Scout or glamp like royalty? RSVP at http://bit.ly/2wwEnjL Additional info call 713-524-3567 or e-mail to info@bayoucityoutdoors.com *** Get your copy of Houston A to Z while it lasts. You'll find 8 pages of the coolest, the curious, the gems and the underground of our town. It's everything you need to know to be a Houston aficionado and it's completely FREE - today! http://bit.ly/2gCCaIy