MARCH 11, 2026 www.wintertexantimes.com 14 WINTER TEXAN TIMES 715 N. Westgate Dr., Weslaco | 956-968-2708 info@riovalleyestatestx.com | www.RioValleyEstatesTX.com Within 5 Blocks Of All You Need Only 2 Blocks Off I-2, Your Connection To The Entire RGV Come see how the right location makes all the difference! Manager’s Special FREE MONTH* *Rent A RV Pad Site For 2 Months or more, Get A Month FreE *Offer valid for 1st time renters. Not valid with any other offer. Call office for details. Expires 3/15/26. • FREE High Speed Internet • FREE Cable TV • Swimming Pool & Hot Tub • Pickleball Court • Recreation Hall Recreation Hall • Fun Activities • Concrete Pad Sites • Full Hookups • Wide Paved Streets • Gated Community Separate RV Section Features: Expwy 83 Business 83 W Pike Blvd Panther Dr Westgate Dr RVs at Rio Valley Estates We Love Our Winter Texans! Thank you for making us your home away from home! Walking Distance to the La Plaza Mall and several restaurants. For Reservations 956-378-4046 www.mcallen-studio6.com 700 Savannah Ave. McAllen, TX Lock In Your Rates For Next Winter Winter Texan 7 Day Plus Special! $327.67 Queen Bed • $375.97 2 Full Size Beds • Nightly, 7 Day Plus Rates Available • Fully Equipped Kitchens • Free Wi-Fi • Outdoor Pool • Small Pet Welcome (with fee) • Guest Laundry Service PLEASE MENTION AD FOR SPECIAL! SPECIAL! 7 Day Plus want to know about. Like I said, we love hearing your stories. The season is wrapping up, and we would love to share your stories too. If you have a story to share, something amazing that happened at your park, something exciting that you saw this season, let us hear about it – let us share it with our readers. You can send your news items – and photos – to news@wintertexantimes.com. If you are leaving soon – stay safe and we hope to see you again. Take some time to enjoy the spring flowers that are popping up along the highways, too. Until then, ~ Rina RAMBLINGS From pg. 1 The park also continues to feature their usual assortment of fun, educational, and innovative programs. There is always something for everyone. Hawk Watches take place at the park daily, weather permitting, at 9 a.m. Bird walks are held every Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday at 8:30 a.m. A What’s in the Water program will be held on Wednesday, March 18, at 2 p.m. All of the following activities require reservations. Sign-ups are already taking place. The Birding Tram Tour will be held on Thursday, March 12, 19, and 26 at 9 a.m. The park’s Speaker Series will be held on Wednesday, March 11, at 6 p.m. On Friday, March 13 and 27, there will be an Owl Prowl at 7:30 p.m. Archery Basics will be held on Saturday, March 14, at 10 a.m. On Thursday, March 19, at 2 p.m. there will be a Home Tweet Home program. A Night Ride will be held on Friday, March 20, at 7:30 p.m. The Birding Basics Series will be held on Saturday, March 21 and 28 at 10 a.m. Botany Brushes will be held Sunday, March 22 at 10 a.m. On Sunday, March 29, Fishing for Beginners will be held at 1 p.m. Scheduled programs ae free with park admission. All programs meet at the tram turnaround at park headquarters unless otherwise specified. Please call ahead to confirm program schedule and details. For more details and to register, visit them online at https://tpwd. texas.gov/state-parks/bentsen-riogrande-valley or call (956) 5849156. BENTSEN From pg. 6 that celebrates the birds which bring life into our landscapes and joy into our lives. Aviary is based upon “Stitched Journeys with Birds: Inspiration to Let Your Creativity Take Flight” (Schiffer, late 2023) by SAQA’s Executive Director Martha Sielman. An opening reception will also be held at the IMAS on Friday, March 20, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. with light refreshments. The reception will offer a first look at the exhibit, and admission is free for IMAS members and $10 for the general public. IMAS is located at 1900 W. Nolana Avenue in McAllen, Texas. The museum is open Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. For more information on admission, events, and programs, visit theimasonline.org or call (956) 6812800. IMAS From pg. 7
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