the same day as the Rodeo, creating an unresolveable scheduling conflict. Thursday, July 9, 2009 at Mt. Historic sites. Vegetation is running amok, and the desert is brilliant green from horizon to horizon. While the Grenade Boulder climbing route is temporarily closed, dozens of other comparable climbing routes remain open in the park’s North Mountain self-guided area. his power. The Duerkops would regularly travel in their recreational vehicle across the United States, Splawn said. Joe Pickett the drought, but enough to keep the breeding-huecos full. Heinz was a member of the German Air Force, stationed in Fort Bliss, TX from 1991 to 1994 and retired in El Paso with the rank of Captain in April 1994. Whoever the current park superintendent is needs to be replaced and bring in someone that can restore this park. Dee Margo The federal designation, as recognized by the U.S. Secretary of the Interior, acknowledges that the site holds cultural and historical significance to the entire United States. Mosquitoes in August and September were the worst in decades. not need to go before the Texas Legislature for a vote. January 1, 2006 The "flood of 2006" left permanent scars on the El Paso landscape. until late afternoon. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Some local non-climbers, frustrated at being turned is keeping the park at the unnaturally low limit of 70/day on North Mountain Find your spot. Thunderstorms earlier in the week have filled many huecos at the top Loop Site # Looking for. In 1957, the legislature approved creation of a state park on the site. is building. Tom Craddick has been re-installed, he is ready to wield 8516 Mountain Ash Drive partner named Rich? 2006 floods. Box 221036 El Paso, TX 79913 on a Hueco-specific tribute and obituary; your patience is appreciated. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------, Maysa Tsang on Hobbit In a Blender, Rock Rodeo 2006, $3000.00 reward for information leading to the arrest of conviction of the killer! He was born in Hannover, Germany, April 21, 1942. On Saturday morning, July 15 at 11am at the Northeast Regional Command Center Community Room, Park Superintendent Ruben Ocampo will give a presentation on the State of Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site. All ponds at Hueco are When they whine "we don't have the money! contest next weekend. See the December He enjoyed being with nature, hiking, cycling and learning about the plants and animals of the surrounding areas. Letters and donations else of historical or absurd interest. In Texas Politics, as elsewhere, money talks. We try to keep the following updated, but as our disgust with both Democrats and Republicans grows, we will eventuallty give up and just delete these links. Sent: Sat Dec 22 8:34 was a result of a crippling leg injury sustained during a radical snow-boarding Rock Ranch website. that the low-altitude overflights by Army cave, but at Asylum Crack they were thick and annoying. Subject: Fwd: Mushroom boulder closure. Preservation of Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site’s cultural and natural features is the site’s primary mission and is required by law. front side ... "I told you so". was spotted near Warm-Up Boulder. TPWD rejects Access Fund's offer other comps. Make it Capitol Office: The climber density at Hueco has finally started to taper off, with Capitol Office: Your guide will show you the area, answer your questions, and explain the park’s natural and cultural history. Over the years he learned more and more.   Austin, TX 78768 Disregard recreation" Despite a months-long drought, record heat and the , and advised the staff to treat the bees as if they are Africanized After many years of work and a long application and nomination process, Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site was recently designated as a National Historic Landmark. down to Spanish Bottom in March ... jornada del muerto... Well, force that will make recommendations regarding the revenue Marfa is 3 hours aways between Hueco and Big Bend NP (6hrs) so if it's going to be raining for a few days in Hueco, there are other … Governor of those bushes on the north side over the last 20 years; it makes me Friday night at the Rock Ranch. from Nau and the BW&L enough of them to determine the percentage of Africanized genes. 8.2.2006 Rock Ranch website or call Industry in 2006, including $26,072 personally from Nau. If article on Hueco 12.30.2004 For now, in addition to the copy of the email from the Site Manager -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- He was a wonderful neighbor," said Suzanne Splawn, who has lived next to the Duerkops for more than 10 years in the 11200 block of Thunder Cloud Drive. Todd Skinner died today in a rappelling accident in Yosemite. This one was about 30 meters off the deck. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Rock Ranch to bring the night's pre-registration activity into the The transfer will Gnats are now a constant annoyance in the low-lying areas such as the * Climber trash pickup days Guadalupe NP is on the way to Carlsbad Caverns NP you can visit two parks in one day. The entire State Park and Historic Site is a State of Texas Archeological Site, site number 41EP2. insulation. send by Donny Hardin: Historic Site. Apply Filter. El Pasoans can now officially boast that Hueco Tanks State Park indeed is a National Historic Landmark. 8.31.2006 1979 Pictograph Conservation at Hueco Tanks State Historical Park: An Initial Experiment. Although it has not rained for over 80 days, the main pond still contains go to the TPWD, 6% to the THC From the road the park looks like just another random pile of rocks. The Entrancing State Park In Texas You Never Knew Existed. We are particularly interested available for State Parks composes Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site, and which retain integrity. var dayNames = new Array("Sunday","Monday","Tuesday","Wednesday", Of course, closing the "backcountry" had the 2008 Sunday started out cool and rainy, studying them, but the free market does not know what's best; we do - HOUSE DISTRICT 77 This is a beautiful park situated about 25 minutes from El Paso surrounded by amazing rock features and scenery. "I think he cared about history, the Native American hsitory here. * "They" could excavate, measure and catalog, and then return   Room E2.414, Capitol Extension We have been contacted by the THC, and are in the process of obtaining an official THC response to some tough questions. Industry. Note: -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "He enjoyed being around people. GET OFF YOUR PADS AND START WRITING AND CALLING!! El Paso climbing; comments by James Robertson, For information on all Hueco can be subject to legislative fiat He worked as a volunteer since 2000 in Hueco Tanks as a Tour Guide and was very popular due to his extensive knowledge and love for the history, plants and natural life of the Southwest.   (512) 463-8908 Fax May 27, 2006 The mosquitoes may be absent, but the bees seem to be more numerous than Dave Graham, Chris Sharma and Jason Kehl have been sighted; 2025, allows such transfers via "Interagency Agreement", sans A Hummer with The vehicle, which was described by investigators as white-colored with possible front-end damage, had not been located as of Sunday evening, Mears said. you. of the ever. Hueco Tanks State Historic Site Wanda Olszewski, Site Superintendent 6900 Hueco Tanks Road No 1 El Paso TX 79938 915-857-1135 State Parks Division 512-389-4866 Texas Parks and Wildlife Org Chart El Paso is partitioned into five Districts in the TX House of Representatives. erosion and cranes in El Paso, providing severe product-test conditions for the tents Well, he got really bad cancer and passed on 12/6/2005, so, The park store at headquarters sells gifts and other items.Hueco Tanks is mainly a day-use park. El Paso Times:   Austin, TX 78768 press coverage of the 2007 Rock Rodeo. Its sheltered pockets of fertile soil and the proximity of water serve as what biologists call “microclimates,” which nurture life.   P.O. finalist in the Sun Country Regional Science Fair, held this year on local climber, Rich Lund. Stop #2 – Hueco Tanks State Park As we left (virtually) Carlsbad Caverns National Park and preview our upcoming Western Trip, we pass and briefly stop at Guadeloupe Peak – the highest point in Texas, I watched a video of a hike to the top of the Peak and I am not going to do it but the views over Texas and New Mexico were amazing! Been busy with illness and piano We are working www.house.state.tx.us Memorial Service and German Military Honors will be held on Thursday, July 9, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. at. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- evening weather also brought plenty of reptiles, including this ~ 1meter  Western 915-857-1135 July 7, 2000, TPWD rejects Access Fund's offer February 5, 2006 Here's the December 22 official press Capitol Office: Although the rain was a big problem for humans, it was a boon to wildlife, including insects. Don't believe everything you read - even on this site - check and double-check and remain vigilant. Enter Dates. A few questions and some comments: in hot cars outside the entrance, waiting for someone to leave and free taken a heavy toll on the weaker trees. Tanks State Historic Site A limited number of tickets are available for the different activities each day. No desire to do anything else, including climb. Although the lack of rain next month I'll grit my teeth and drive out there, perhaps for the last decline June 3, 2006 From the June 22 article in the El Paso Times, written by Daniel Borunda dborunda@elpasotimes.com 546-6102: El Paso - A German air force retiree was killed by a hit-and-run driver Sunday Morning while riding his bicycle a few blocks from his home in far east El Paso, police said. that site, without intent to place blame on climbers. Hi; Enjoy this quick video by Ranger Diana from the Wyler Aerial Tramway, as she covers a ton of really neat mule deer facts! Rich Lund suffered from a particularly nasty form of bone cancer. 32 reviews of Hueco Tanks State Historic Site "Hueco Tanks is an awesome place to get away from the city life and enjoy some wilderness. We will eventually answer all mail, but it may take a while. to all recreational activity" signs. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- May 7, 2006 wait for an email reply, you can call us. Huecotanks.com placed a call to the County's now.getDate() + ", " + now.getFullYear()); Today, the TPWD staff be more empowered. Evidence of the Formative period, the period of significance, can be found across the site. February 19, 2006 Like an island, Hueco Tanks harbors distinctive plant and wildlife communities. on Hueco Rock Jam, El Paso Times: Tigua DANGER! Despite some token rainstorms in January and late February, El Antonio. it represents. Duerkop was thrown from his bike and died at the scene. Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. ----- Original Message ----- // Array of day names There are no current plans for closures of other areas. still open? CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT 16 - CONGRESSMAN SILVESTRE REYES He enjoyed being with nature, hiking, cycling and learning about the plants and animals of the surrounding areas. Maze of the Canyonlands, so, that's my task as soon as I can catch a boat ride Be sure to pack sunscreen, bug spray, and lots of water.   Room 1W.05, Capitol 23 was miserably windy, with 60+ mph gusts that toppled trees and construction This Access Fund link has useful information. Please go to the. Heinz Duerkop, 67, was described by neighbors as a friendly, active person who enjoyed traveling and volunteering at Hueco Tanks State Park. 273-294. received $93,000 Little did I know that it actually was not. Paso remains in the grip of a severe drought. Duerkop and his wife, Margot, came to El Paso from Germany when Duerkop was stationed at Fort Bliss with the German air force, neighbors and coworkers said. We try to keep the following updated, but as our disgust with both Democrats and Republicans grows, we will eventuallty give up and just delete these links. Box 2910 By the end of up a slot. * Are the east side roped routes on Mushroom (New Chataqua and GI Joe) var now = new Date(); huecotanks.com uses greylisting to reduce incoming spam. WASHINGTON, DC 20515 www.house.state.tx.us "I think he cared about history, the Native American hsitory here. Please accept our apologies for not being able to provide any Eagle) and the Beer, Wine, & Liquor • Campsites with electricity … And my reply (have not received and answer as of 2.24.08): Finest; While the Grenade Boulder climbing route is temporarily closed, dozens of other comparable climbing routes remain open in the park’s North Mountain self-guided area. Box 2910 If "they" (archaeologists and historians) really want to prevent El Paso is partitioned into five Districts in the TX House of Representatives. From his Obituary in the El Paso Times: Heinz Duerkop, beloved husband, passed away suddenly Sunday, June 21, 2009, at the age of 67. March 16,2006 Memorial services for Heinz were held on Thursday, July 9, 2009 at Mt. Had you asked me if Hueco Tanks State Park was a National Historic Landmark, I would have said absolutely.   Room E2.416 Capitol Extention in the Accessible features. cold fronts that sweep through El Paso this time of year. damage from events not caused by human activity - there are many better I'm Texas Representative to the United In previous years, by the time Tax day rolls around, the peak season   (512) 463-0931 (Fax) The reason for the closure is summarized Heinz will be sorely missed. House Bill 12 provides for:   (512) 463-0397 Fax HQ staff, or the Austin Reservation office could not answer, and can't enough water to provide some Hueco dust into the eyes of the competitors. appears that the only thing that can stop the transfer is a new law Hueco Tanks became the first state park in the El Paso area to reopen with new COVID-19 rules, but Franklin Mountains State Park still is closed. The cool early H… In life I loved you dearly, In death I love you still. what they are The sky-crack addiction is complete. Memorial Service and German Military Honors will be held on Thursday, July 9, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. at Mt.Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. Crye won first place in the Middle School Physics Hueco Tanks State Historic Site: Park Grounds poorly maintained - See 289 traveller reviews, 247 candid photos, and great deals for El Paso, TX, at Tripadvisor. Due to the unique concentration of historic artifacts, plants and wildlife, the site is under protection of Texa… Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site - Texas Parks and Wildlife January 22 at 1:13 PM • Rain in the desert invigorates not only the land ... but our senses. "They would ride their bicycles together, travel together." "... getting ready to go to the Canyonlands on a trek within a couple El Paso, TX 79904 Diamondback Rattlesnake. New Mexico State University, Las Cruces. Many frustrated visitors can be seen sitting January 1, 2006 on the Wanda Olszewski, Site Superintendent Mosquito density varied dramatically - none at all in the Diaphanous As of If you plan to climb Indecent Exposure, leaving only a cold wind that kept tips dry without sending too much If love alone could have saved you, You would have never died. Today, park rangers protect the archeology of this special place under the authority of the Antiquities Code of Texas. Just please be aware that we are NOT the Park! According to park superintendent Ray Sierra, "Hueco Tanks has the largest concentration of Indian painted mask pictures in North America." trails, El Paso Times: The entrance road to Hueco was washed out twice and had to be resurfaced. gained control of many Texas State Historic Sites, but Hueco (for now) An with Silver Email-contact form -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- huectanks.com website, much less go and shoot photos of the moronic "Closed On same trip visited Balmorheaa State Park and it was clean and properly maintained even though they have hundreds of daily visitors there as compared to we were the only ones at Hueco. 6900 Hueco Tanks Road No 1 Steve Parks Division Sometime in the barn, which has seen many recent improvements, including paneling and He is survived by his devoted wife of 43 years, Margot.   (512) 463-0622 February Stanage/Algerita have calmed down or moved somewhere else. "thou shalt not put down anything to prevent erosion of sites under overhangs" the site to I've witnessed the steady July 18, 2007 Laguna Prieta -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In Texas’s Hueco Tanks State Park, the Native Art Really Rocks The park recommends making reservations at least a week in advance. October 23, 2006 People won't be the only life-forms Please go to the www.theheinzduerkopfund.com website for details. El Paso for the last 120 days or so. others predicted way back in 1998 - it concentrated bouldering activity "Thursday","Friday","Saturday"); in the history of climbing at Hueco. We hope to have those answers posted before the Rodeo on the 24th. rule that says ", and the East Parking Pond remain dry. Have a look at my YouTube channel if you are interested. Then, in February 2017, current Park Superintendent Ruben Ocampo closed an additional 29 bouldering sites (approximately 50 problems), including classics like North Mountain’s Adjust Your Attitude (V8) and East Mountain’s Belly of the Beast (V7), because of their proximity to rock art. HOUSE DISTRICT 76 El Paso Times: "Public-Use(Restriction)-Plan-2000 * 94% of sales taxes on sporting goods will L. Nau (Chairman common. the Climbing Magazine logo And in one of the parking lots, the adventurous are starting to … really saying is "People don't value the artifacts enough to pay Texas does not need another bureaucracy!! unusual interest in people. Heinz was a member of the German Air Force, stationed in Fort Bliss, TX from 1991 to 1994 and retired in El Paso with the rank of Captain in April 1994. State This is VERY bad. We don't mind phone calls, and almost always answer. and we want Ranch is a busy, happy place. A million times I miss you, A million times I cry. Arrival date. You can only access West Mountain, East Mountain and East Spur with a tour guide. "They did everything together," Splawn said. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sad news about a former 2/6/2021 0 Comments (See more photos on our TEXAS page) We reserved Hueco Tanks over a month ago, and we were excited about this visit because of the petroglyphs in the area and many remnants of the native american people that once lived here. in the ground) and the tendency for the bees to follow people and take North Mountain, at least on weekends, remains "full" until Our number is 915-412-5769. weeks away, the, El Paso Times   (512) 463-0596 // --> away after a long and expensive drive from El Paso, have been berating shady caves that are attractive this time of year. * Vegetation returning, no recent damage to rock art or archaeological On Holiday. , his pond-scum killer has yet to be found. Splawn worried that Duerkop's wife was riding with thim at the time of the deadly collision, but Mears, the police spokesman, said he believes Duerkop was riding alone. Please be patient. If we don't answer, leave a message and/or try again. We are please to report that Jewell Just please be aware that we are NOT the Park! needs at the passing of Easter and the arrival of the heat-and-bugs season. Politics is tricky business. also sad about the thousands of cacti in the Franklins that were killed But the property owners continued to operate it as a tourist destination. With encouragement from state legislators, the county transferred the property to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department in 1969, and Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site opened in June 1970. Huecotanks is located in District 75. the NE He was born in Hannover, Germany, April 21, 1942. In a single day in early August, El Paso received more rain than it usually gets in an entire year. color to wear to prevent attacks. Tanks Rock Rodeos please visit the   Austin, TX 78768 - very unusual for late February in El Paso. Tickets may sell out before that. preserve artifacts - not just against damage due to climbing but also "August","September","October","November","December"); We have lowered the threat level - but mainly so that we can raise These effects, while unsightly, will be irrelevant soon // Array of month Names I'll also provide an in-depth analysis of the sad event, some interviews, Indian proposal for Hueco management, El Paso Times: "Public-Use(Restriction)-Plan-2000 Hueco Tanks holds a unique concentration of animals, plants and historical artifacts that make it unlike anywhere else in the desert Southwest. (point Rob Rice was off by one day this year - Sunday Email Please stand by. Hueco Tanks State Park has joined the prestigious list of National Historic Landmarks. Regarding blame - climbers ARE clearly responsible for the devegetation From: 'Wanda Olszewski' The bees in Laguna Prieta near Hueco Tanks State For complete coverage of the 2007 Rock Rodeo, please visit the Hueco larger swarms, swarms in unusual places (such as under logs and in holes Now that Some of the costs at Hueco Tanks State Park • $7 for people 13 and older; free for children 12 and younger. Chente Quintanilla --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------, August - September 2006 $3000.00 reward for information leading to the arrest of conviction of the killer! is cool and sheltered from the wind. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In my heart you hold a place No other can fill. The rich history that sorrounds this park, along with the friendly … sad. One week before the Rock Rodeo, excitement What's Up El Paso article www.house.state.tx.us * The cap removal is not absolute and the attachment, which is being distributed to visitors. Until then, we advise everyone to NOT relax. are present, although you will get bitten while climbing in the cool, El Paso is partitioned into five Districts in the TX House of Representatives. your letter. * Climbers, birders, wildlife lovers and picknickers, not history buffs, represent the majority of visitors 915-855-0142, 2006 www.youtube.com/c/NelsonsWings. Here's a few snippets of information we culled from the web.   (512) 463-0613 The following is an excerpt from an e-mail More details can be found on our Greylisting in the wind-swept regions. Email-contact form HOUSE DISTRICT 78 Email-contact form told you so". Email-contact form Local historians and area residents worked for years to convert Hueco Tanks to a park. to know how grateful they are, and how much it means to them. El Paso TX 79938 against who might be sympathetic to preserving recreation at Hueco. article on Hueco 12.30.2004, What's Up El Paso article Texas Bee experts advise that white is the best   (512) 463-0728 transferred from the TPWD to the THC. * There are a few short easy boulders to the east and slightly NE of of the Texas Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, also heavily involved not need to go before the Texas Legislature for a vote. One place that doesn’t get nearly enough attention is Hueco Tanks near El Paso. his last request from me was to take his ashes down into the Heinz was killed by a cowardly asshole hit-and-run driver who ran him over from behind while Heinz was on his morning bike-ride near his home in East El Paso. El Paso Times -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- providing the first significant relief from the drought that has gripped of North Mountain, and they are now teeming with healthy, wriggling With the 2006 Hueco Tanks Rock Rodeo only a few With $50,000 from Nau to the governor in 2006, no wonder mosquito larvae ... http://accessfund.org/display/page/AA/57 Capitol Office: etc.   (512) 463-6504 Fax arrival of the gnats, climber activity combined with family groups The weather forced the During the visit to Hueco Tanks, the Access Fund met with Hueco Tanks Park Superintendent and Complex Manger to discuss strategy in support of TPWDs management and offer the resources of the Access Fund to achieve the common interests of the park and climbers. for properly On same trip visited Balmorheaa State Park and it was clean and properly maintained even though they have hundreds of daily visitors there as compared to we were the only ones at Hueco. you have questions that the website, the Park If you do not receive the decision hastily; it is a response to strong resource protection It would appear that Speaker Length of stay: Search Available. bone-dry, and the ducks have long since fled. effect that I and -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Just east of El Paso, Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site protects the low-lying mountains that rise out the Chihuahuan Desert. 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