Texas Hill Country Living at It's Finest! The Canyon Lake Times Summer eNewsletter

Warner Group Texas Hill Country Properties

June - Auguust 2011

In this Issue--

Fourth of July Specials

Map

Great New Tex - Mex Restaurant

Natural Bridge Caverns

FM Owners--Judy and J.R. Bibb

Fishing at Canyon Lake!

Music Venues

Summer Calendar of Events

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Fourth of July Specials

Last Chance to be Part of the Las Brisas Community!

LAS BRISAS CLOSE OUT SALE!

Due to the great success of the community, there are only a few homesites remaining.

Take this opportunity to live in this first class gated community with *an Infinity edge pool,

*20 acre Tom Creek Nature Preserve,

*sand volley ball court,

and much more.

Incredibly Low

Close Out Prices

for Acreage Homesites

FIRST MOUNTAIN NEW RELEASE OF HOMESITES

Special Pricing for the Fourth of July!

Each new acreage homesite features beautiful views

of Canyon Lake and the Texas Hill Country starting as low as $109,000.

First Mountain

on Canyon Lake
Click Here to See Specials!

Map

Great

New Canyon Lake Restaurant!

"Tried the Camarones Diablos... shrimp and fresh jalapeno wrapped in bacon. Outstanding! Could eat 3 orders!"

Foodie from Urbanspoon

Authentic Tex-Mex near Canyon Lake

You can't be Texan without sometimes having a hankerin' for some Tex-Mex. If you're living in Canyon Lake, one of the best places to find authentic Tex-Mex is Las Barcas Tex-Mex Grill.

Las Barcas has everything you could want from a Mexican restaurant and more, from fajitas to seafood to hamburgers---and let's not forget the Margaritas. They even serve breakfast daily, which includes American staples like bacon and pancakes, but with a Tex-Mex flare.

On top of all that, the restaurant is only 3 minutes from Las Brisas and 15 minutes from First Mountain.

Las Barcas in Canyon Lake, Texas

10103 FM 2673, 2 miles NW of Startzville

830-899-2516

Take Out Available

Hours: 7:00 am - 9:30 pm Daily

Website: http://lasbarcasgrill.com/ for more information, including a complete menu.

Quick Links

Directions
Contact First Mountain
More about the Developer--Warner Group Inc.

Las Brisas Monument

Resort Pool

Las Brisas' Home

FM Mountain Entry

Cranes Mill Marina

First Mountain

First Mountain

First Mountain Hill Top Pool

Happy Fourth of July!

Come See Us.

Canyon Lake Activities

Spotlight: Natural Bridge Caverns

Need a break from boating on the lake? Want to have a fun, cool, place to take your family or friends this summer? Why not consider touring the Natural Bridge Cavern. It's a great family activity for all ages.

It is the most extensive cavern within the San Antonio area and one of the largest caverns within the state of Texas.

Visitors to the caverns walk through different layers of limestone, a sedimentary rock which were formed millions of years ago. Created by tectonic stresses, faults and cracks formed in the rock. Over time the underground water moving along the cracks eventually carved the passages at Natural Bridge Caverns.

Hours and Tours

4 Tours offered daily (except for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's).

Open 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (later on some days).

Discovery Tour
Illuminations Tour
Discover/Illuminations Combo Tour
Lantern Tour.

See the website for details.

http://www.naturalbridgecaverns.com/discoveryTour.aspx

First Mountain on Canyon Lake

"It's a Whole Different Life

in Canyon Lake" ----Judy and J.R. Bibb

Last Labor Day Weekend, not even a year ago, J.R. and Judy Bibb, headed to Canyon Lake for the first time from the Houston area. Originally from Oklahoma, they had spent many a happy time on Lake Tenkiller, a Corps of Engineers lake near Tahlequah, OK. Looking to find that same kind of lake, deep, clear, blue water with an unadulterated shoreline, near their Sugar Land home of 22 years, they realized that it did not exist.

Why First Mountain on Canyon Lake?

Erin and Joss Gibb In early June of this year, they spent a week in Canyon Lake with a houseful of family guests including their son, Josh, daughter-in-law, Erin and two grandchildren, Avery and Amelia. They were the first family to "baptize" the pool, and frequented it daily enjoying the water and the view. "It's a great pool for our grandchildren, especially with the beach entry."

Judy and J.R. hope to build a home at First Mountain in the next two to five years. For Judy, it can't be soon enough. When reaching Sealy, TX on their drive home, she mentioned to J.R. "I'm ready to turn around and head back to Canyon Lake. It's so peaceful, relaxing, and tranquil there."

A Fisherman's Dream--- Canyon Lake, Texas

Like fishing? Whether you are a beginner or an expert, summertime is a great time to try your hand at fishing. If living at Las Brisas or First Mountain on Canyon Lake, you have quick and easy access to one of the best fishing lakes in Texas. But before you head out on your boat, it's a good idea to know what you're likely to find when you cast your line into Canyon Lake.

Six Types of Fish in Canyon Lake

There are predominantly six kinds of fish in Canyon Lake. They are the Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth bass, Guadalupe bass, White bass, Striped bass and Catfish.

For a closer look at the chart, click here.

Canyon Lake: Tips and Tactics

During the summer months the waters of Canyon Lake are clear, and the water temperature is around 75 degrees. The lake gets as deep as 125 ft. These conditions are good for white and striped bass. According to Texas Wildlife Department, you are likely to find schooling activity of white and striped bass around main-lake points and humps. These fish can be caught using topwater baits, jigging spoons, grubs, and rattletraps. For more tips, click here.

Note that during the spring, fall, and winter months, the most popular and most abundant sportfish in Canyon Lake is the Largemouth bass.

"Well Kept Secret: Canyon Lake---Jewel of the Hill Country"

According to Jim Files of JR's Guide Service, the timing could not be better to fish in Canyon Lake. A massive flood in 2002 resulted in the most populous and well-fed fish in recent memory. Files writes, "more Largemouth in the 2 to 8 pound range are coming to the boat for our clients now, compared to, say, he past 5 years or so. Click here to read Jim's full article.

Lake Conditions and Boat Ramps

To find out more about lake conditions, click here. For information where to find boat ramps and docks on Canyon Lake, click here.

Hot Summer Musical Events!

Three Great Live Music Venues

Gruene Hall

Whitewater Amphitheater

Phoenix Saloon

Check out the fantastic summer lineup! For some you will want to buy your tickets early.

Gruene Hall built in 1878, is the oldest continually running dance hall in Texas, and has spawned a number of great songwriters and musicians. It's great place to find some incredible music in Central Texas.

Whitewater on the Horseshoe Amphitheater

Phoenix Saloon

Summer Music Schedule

Summer Calendar of Events
June - August 2011

Fun Activities:

4th of July Parade and Patriotic Program

Free Concerts in Landa Park Every Thursday Evening

Cardboard Sailboat Race and much more!

Thursday Evenings June 2 - August 11

Grab your picnic basket, lawn chair and dancing shoes! For over twenty-five years, the Landa Park Dance Slab has been the place to be every Thursday night during the summer months. Local musicians perform a variety of music that ranges from country and rock-n-roll to jazz and ballads. Bring your family and start a new summer tradition of enjoying great music in the beautiful outdoors of Landa Park.

June

6/2-29 "Showcase of Sculptures" Art Show Featuring NB Sculptors 10:00 am- 5:00 pm New Braunfels Art League. 239 W. San Antonio St.

6/ 7,14, Free Swing Dance Lessons! 6:00 - 7:00 PM Gruene Hall

21, 28 Held in conjunction with Two Ton Tuesdays

6/18-19 Old Gruene Market Days Adobe Verde parking lot New Braunfels, TX Nearly 100 vendors offer uniquely crafted items, collectibles and packaged Texas foods. Market hours are 10:00am-5:00pm. Free admission. For more information, Call (830) 832-1721.

6/18/25 New Braunfels Farm to Market 9am -1pm 148 S. Castell Avenue

Open every Saturday, rain or shine 50 plus vendors featuring locally grown

fresh produce, cheeses, meats, jams and jellies, flowers, art and much more!

6/16, 23 Come and Taste It at The Grapevine Texas Wine Bar 5 pm - 8 pm 1612 Hunter Road Come and enjoy this popular complimentary tasting event held most Thursdays throughout the year at The Grapevine Texas Wine Bar's outdoor garden in Gruene Historic District.

6/23-26 2011 Youth Race Camp -Lake Canyon Yacht Club 9AM to 4PM daily

6/28 4th Tuesday Book Review 9:30 AM Comal County Senior Center Landa St. New Braunfels, TX 830-626-3233

July

7/2-31 "Texas" Art Show With a whoop and a holler, New Braunfels Art League members will describe our great state in paintings, photography, sculpture, jewelry and pottery 10:00 am-5:00 pm New Braunfels Art League 239 W. San Antonio St.

7/2, 9 New Braunfels Farm to Market 9am -1pm 148 S. Castell Avenue

16, 23 Open every Saturday, rain or shine 50 plus vendors featuring locally grown

fresh produce, cheeses, meats, jams and jellies, flowers, art and much more!

7/2 Red, White and New at Dry Comal Creek 11:00 am- 1:00 pm

Show your true American colors at a PRIVATE TASTING of four new wines paired with a fabulous meal. Reservations are required, go to www.drycomalcreek.com/redwhitenew.html for the details and to signup.

7/11,18, 25 Free Swing Dance Lessons! 6:00 - 7:00 PM Gruene Hall

7/4 4th of July Parade and Patriotic Program On the Plaza in downtown New Braunfels. Fun for the entire family! Everyone is welcome to walk or ride. To enter, call the Sophienburg Museum 830-629-1572 or e-mail archives@sophienburg.com. Unfortunately, fireworks at Landa Park have been cancelled due to the burn ban.

7/7, 14, 21, 28 Come and Taste It at The Grapevine Texas Wine Bar 5 pm - 8 pm 1612 Hunter Road Come and enjoy this popular complimentary tasting event held most Thursdays throughout the year at The Grapevine Texas Wine Bar's outdoor garden in Gruene Historic District.

7/8 Cactus Pear Music Festival - Orient Express New Braunfels Presbyterian Church - 7:00pm - 9:00pm 373 Howard Street. Classical Music. 210-838-2218. At Door pricing $25 per adult, $5 per student with ID.

7/16-17 Old Gruene Market Days Adobe Verde parking lot New Braunfels, TX Nearly 100 vendors offer uniquely crafted items, collectibles and packaged Texas foods. Market hours are 10:00am-5:00pm. Free admission. For more information, Call (830) 832-1721.

7/28 Third Annual Samba for La Casa The Gardens of Cranesbury View

1470 S. Carnes Mill Road 6:00-8:45 pm Join us for a special event benefitting the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program of Central Texas. Come have fun and taste the wines of South America while supporting a great cause and honoring Comal County District Attorney Jennifer Tharp.

August

8/2-31 "Land and Sea" Art Show 10 am- 5pm New Braunfels Art League Gallery

239 W. San Antonio St.

8/6 9th Annual Order of the Purple Foot, Grape Stomp 10am -2:00 pm Dry Comal Creek Winery Designed "for adult couples only", this event assigns one person to do the "stomping" and the other to do the "collecting". 830-885-4076

8/6 Third Annual Cardboard Boat Races Canyon Park Road Canyon Lake, Texas

10:00 am - 4:00 pm Event raises money for St. Jude's Ranch and New

Life Children's Treatment CenterWe will have jumping castles, water slides, boat rides, dunking booth, food, art and craft booths, watermelon eating contest and the Main Event, The Cardboard Boat Races. 830-980-8600

8/6, 13. 20, 27 New Braunfels Farm to Market 9am -1pm 148 S. Castell Avenue

Open every Saturday, rain or shine 50 plus vendors featuring locally grown

fresh produce, cheeses, meats, jams and jellies, flowers, art and much more!

8/20-21 Old Gruene Market Days Adobe Verde parking lot New Braunfels, TX Nearly 100 vendors offer uniquely crafted items, collectibles and packaged Texas foods. Market hours are 10:00am-5:00pm. Free admission. For more information, Call (830) 832-1721.