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👉New Hiking and Camping Spot + Natural Grocery Store on N Main

👉New Hiking and Camping Spot + Natural Grocery Store on N Main

Chris Brantner
February 19, 2025

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Good morning, Boerne. This is The Boerne Life, the newsletter that didn’t want to get out of bed this morning because it’s 22 degrees outside! 😱

In today’s email, we have:

🆘 Extreme Cold Warning – What You Need to Know
🏕️ Desperado Resort Is Now Open for Hiking & Camping
🌿 The Grocery Store You Didn’t Know Existed on North Main
🥶 Boerne History: The Coldest Day Ever in Our Town

And as always, there’s more. Let's get going!

— Chris

🆘 EXTREME COLD WARNING IN EFFECT

Dangerously Cold Wind Chills + Strong Winds

The bitter cold has arrived. The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Cold Warning for Kendall County, in effect until noon Thursday.

Wind chills will drop as low as 1°F.
Gusty north winds (20-25 mph, up to 40 mph) will make it feel even colder.
Frostbite can occur in less than 30 minutes on exposed skin.

Stay safe & be prepared:
✅ Limit time outdoors – Stay inside if possible… we will be!
✅ Protect your pipes – And open your cabinets to keep those pipes warm.
✅ Bring pets inside – If it's too cold for you, it's too cold for them!
✅ Check on elderly neighbors – Make sure they have heat.
✅ Secure outdoor objects – Strong winds could cause damage.

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🏕️ DESPERADO RESORT IS NOW OPEN

Hiking, Camping & River Fun in Boerne

There’s a new outdoor adventure spot in town! Desperado Resort (formerly the abandoned Guadalupe River Ranch Resort) has opened its trails and primitive camping area, offering 5+ miles of hiking, river access, and more.

📍 646 FM 474, Boerne, TX
🕗 Office Hours: Friday – Monday, 8 AM – 4 PM
🎟️ Admission: $15 adults | $10 kids, seniors & military
⛺ Tent Camping: $25/night | RV Boon-docking: $35/night

💥 FEBRUARY DISCOUNT: Mention Boerne Hiking & Trails Facebook Group and get 50% off entry all month!

➡️ More details here: Desperado Resort Info

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🌿 INDEPENDENT GROCERY STORE ON NORTH MAIN

You Might Not Have Even Known It Was There…

For months, locals have asked: “When are we getting a grocery store on the north side of town?”

Surprise! You already have one. 🛒✨

Introducing Nature’s Presence, Boerne’s hidden gem for natural groceries, fresh local meats, and clean household essentials.

🌱 No label-checking required – they’ve done the work for you.
🍖 Locally raised beef + new freezer section coming soon!
🧺 Natural detergents & everyday essentials

📍 807 N Main St, Boerne
Tell them The Boerne Life sent you! 💚

Did You Know about Nature's Presence?

➡️ Check them out here!

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DON’T MISS THESE EVENTS

Here are a few events you won’t want to miss today!

Wednesday

Thursday

Note: the weather may cause some changes here, so we recommend verifying events are still happening before heading out!

WHEN WAS THE COLDEST DAY EVER IN BOERNE? 🤔

Hint: Not Today!

Fun Fact: Back in 1949 on January 31, Boerne hit a record-breaking low of -4°F, marking the coldest day in our town's history. That same Arctic blast blanketed the Hill Country in snow and sent temperatures plunging across Texas.

Pictured above is Boerne in the midst of that historic freeze—a reminder of the rare times winter leaves a lasting mark on our town.

This photo comes from the Dietert Community Archives at Boerne Library.

WHERE WERE WE WEDNESDAY 📸

It’s Wednesday, so who knows where we found this cute kitty? You can find the answer in The Boerne Bonus section below! 👇

And don’t forget! Tag @BoerneLife on Instagram to get your photos in the Newsletter!

THE BOERNE BONUS

Library Open Early as Warming Center
Both Wednesday and Thursday, the Patrick Heath Public Library will be open early at 7 am for those who need to find a warm spot to hang out and escape the freezing cold temperatures. There will be access to warm beverages, Wi-Fi, and their entire collection.
Hill Country African Violets & Nursery
The picture in Where Were We Wednesday is the Hill Country African Violets & Nursery, which is located at 32005 I-10 W. If you’ve never been, we highly recommend their impressive selection of flowers and plants. The entrance is a bit hard to find, so careful not to pass it up.

WEATHER FORECAST

It’s getting cold again. Told ya winter wasn’t over! 😅

Wednesday: High: 33º | Low: 16º | 0% chance of precipitation

Thursday: High: 29º | Low: 24º | 0% chance of precipitation

Burn Ban: On

Water Restrictions: Stage 2

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Here are a few upcoming events you won’t want to miss!

February 20: Live! at The Library - Music at the Amphitheater

March 7: Movie in the Park at Main Plaza - Cars

March 15: Hope for Heroes Greeting at The Kendall

Thanks!

Thanks for reading The Boerne Life today. Stay warm, friends!

Until next time,