Here you are on, under, beside or in a boat, waiting for the sun to start setting so you can see the bats start to flutter as they come out. Just one or two, checking out the light, and waking up the others in the eaves of the bridge. The best spot in our opinion is under the bridge just to the right if you are facing east. There is a railing that is in front of a wall, and it is the perfect spot to watch from.

In October, they estimate that there are approximately 2.3 million Mexican Freetail Bats that make their home in our Capitol. The tourist industry has been amazed at how many people come to see this spectacular display of nature. I was amazed at from how far away some people came to see this wonderful show. I myself spoke to people from as far away as Germany and France... now that is spectacular in itself. The bats start to really get moving just as the sun sets on the river. But beware, just about the time you think they are going to wait till the sun goes all the way down they start falling out of the eaves by the thousands. It looks like a living cloud as they head north, up the river, to start doing what they do best, ridding Texans of those pesky mosquitoes. Tons and tons, every night, what a wonderful thought if you live where we call mosquitoes the natural air force of Texas.

So if you get a chance to come to Texas, be sure and visit one of our natural treasures. Oh and a last minute thought, visit one of the best Barbecue restaurants in Texas, "Stubbs Bar-B-Que," you wont forget it the atmosphere, the music, the food, what more can I say except I think I'll go this coming weekend and maybe I'll see you there. Have fun, enjoy our great state, and remember to have a big time because everything is bigger in Texas.