Author: Mandy Spivey

Mandy Spivey has been exploring the hidden treasures of Austin since 2007 when she uprooted from her home base in Dallas to pursue a degree in advertising at the University of Texas. Needless to say, she never wanted to leave. This classy lady enjoys a quiet afternoon spent crafting, loves traversing the Texas Hill Country and West Texas, likes teaching her crazy Weimaraner new tricks, and tries to have a nice latte everyday. She studies leather making on the side, proving she is indeed a true Texan. Her website is where she merges her myriad of loves into one place.

Lake Travis Water Level: We Have Water, But Not Enough To Waste
ByMandy Spivey March 25, 2015

It seems to have rained a boatload over Central Texas in recent weeks, so we decided to check on the water…

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Laguna Gloria: History, Art and Nature on Lake Austin
ByMandy Spivey March 9, 2015

There are some things in life that are just better enjoyed outside. A slow melting ice cream cone on a warm…

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Lake Travis Day Trip of the Month: Llano
ByMandy Spivey March 2, 2015

The back story of our neighbor to the Southeast, Llano, is filled with tales of American Indians, early European settlers aided…

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