We enjoyed this program very much. The scenery was spectacular and the guides (especially Darren) were outstanding in explaining about the area. The lodging was more than satisfactory, and meals were great. Overall a fun and educational week. Kim

This was an outstanding program in every respect. Even though the primary focus was the breathtaking natural beauty of Big Bend National Park, this program provided so much more in increased knowledge and new experiences. It enabled those of us who participated to learn the history of this region from pre-historic times up to the present day. The fact that our guide, Darren, has lived in this area for many years was a significant factor in the success of this program, but all of the other presentations were of an extremely high quality. The young woman who led us on the tour of Terlingua made both the history of that town and the lives of the current inhabitants come alive; the working cowboy provided valuable insight into the ranching history of the area; and the visit to the Museum of the Big Bend tied up everything that we had learned and experienced during the week. The food, both at Mountain Trails Lodge and the local small restaurants, was delightful.