Jogging, Hiking and Finding Your Inner Ghandi
by Michael Sweeney 
  Do you ever get tired of running the shores of Town Lake with scores of other joggers?  Are the streets of South Austin getting to be a little too mundane to keep your routine?  Is the workout room in your local gym starting to look just a little too familiar?
     Well, if you can break out of your daily ritual, there’s a place in Austin where you can take in one of the most beautiful views in all of Hill Country and still get in your daily run…Mount Bonnell.  The 106 steps are quite steep, but the climb is far more rewarding than a StairMaster, and when you finally reach the top, the view of the city will take away whatever breath you have left.  In fact, whether it’s for jogging or just a leisurely hike, Mount Bonnell has plenty of captivating amenities to offer.

Learning to Waterski
by Tania Larson
   If you have lived in Central Texas for just one summer, you know things are about to get uncomfortably, or for some, even unbearably hot outside. With the danger of dehydration and heat exhaustion this can put a damper on many outdoor activities. Fortunately, the Austin area is home to a number of large bodies of water. 
     Here are some tips too get started in the refreshingly cool sport of waterskiing. 

Exploring the Outdoors for the first time
by Nora Ramirez 

     Life around Austin has a main focus point—the outdoors. From Zilker Park's Barton Springs swimming hole, to Town Lake's gorgeous hike and bike path, this relaxed city is the centerpiece of an area with recreational jewels.
     But to be able to enjoy the benefits you need to be prepared. "The first time I ever thought of outdoor sports I really didn’t know what it was all about," said journalism sphomore Edna Carmona. That is the case for many who don’t know the nature oriented face of sports.

My First Bike Ride
by Aaron Kutzer