The Rifle and Reel

With over a decade of marketing, public relations, and nonprofit experience, Hope manages Colorado River Land Trust’s membership, events, and outreach programs.

Hope can often be found on a central Texas river in her kayak with a fly rod in hand, or enjoying a peaceful evening on the front porch with her husband and two Australian Shepherds, Quigley and Claude.

March 21, 2024

Instilling the love of hunting

On a still April morning, the call of the male Rio Grande gobblers hangs in the cool, crisp air. The loud, poignant vocalization is a clear sign to the hens […]

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January 9, 2024

Hat in Hand

It wasn’t invented in Texas, but America’s most iconic headwear is intrinsically tied to the state and its culture BY: LAUREL MILLER Manny liked to laugh and share a good […]

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December 7, 2023

Sausage-Making Traditions

Connecting Generations of Texas Hunters and Ranchers to Their European Heritage BY: Dan Oko For many Texas families, hunting season doesn’t truly end till the last venison sausage is seasoned, […]

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November 14, 2023

Texas, Trout, and Timelessness

By Steve Ramirez  The river ran cold, clear, and glistening in the early morning sunlight- with the look and sound of broken bits of glass blowing in the breeze. At […]

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August 10, 2023

Experts in Their Field:

Women Hunting Pros Discuss Apparel Brands Performance, Functionality, and Style Ask any hunter and they’ll tell you how finding the right gear for their expedition can make or break the […]

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