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100 years of Texas State Parks: Dinosaur Valley State Park

Hike, skip rocks, and soak up the sun while you search for dinosaur tracks at the state park. | Photo by @dinovalleysp

We’re stomping right along with our state parks series in honor of the 100th anniversary of the Texas State Parks. Next up: Dinosaur Valley State Park in Glen Rose.

Missed the first edition? Learn more about Palo Pinto Mountains State Park, the first state park to open in North Texas in 25 years.

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The Land Before Time

Located at 1629 Park Road 59, Dinosaur Valley State Park is about an hour southwest of downtown. You probably guessed it from the name, but the park’s 20 miles of trails feature dinosaur tracks that were left in the mud of an ancient ocean around 113 million years ago.

Fast forward to 1909, when a young boy named George Adams discovered the tracks in the limestone bed of the Paluxy River after a mighty flood.

In 1937, Roland T. Bird, a paleontologist from the American Museum of Natural History, came to investigate, finding sauropod tracks (a rounder hoof-shaped impression) and theropod tracks (a three-toed impression). The imprints have been identified as belonging to Sauroposeidon Proteles, a 70-ft-long creature, and Acrocanthosaurus, a 30-ft-long relative of a T-Rex.

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Today, the tracks are only visible through the water; however due to last summer’s drought, the prints were exposed for the first time in decades.

You can download maps to your phone to follow the tracks while you hike or walk among 100 life-size prehistoric reptiles at the neighboring Dinosaur World.

Plan a visit

The park offers outdoor adventures including hiking, mountain biking, fishing, swimming, kayaking, and picnicking. You can also bring your horse and explore the 100-acre South Primitive Area or book a campsite and stay for a while.

Pro tip: Pack lots of water and sunscreen for that summer sun. Ready to hit the road? Check out our guide to Glen Rose for an outdoor adventure.

Events

Monday, April 10

3D Design | Monday, Apr. 10 | 5-6 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Wedgwood, 3816 Kimberly Ln., Fort Worth | Free | Students in grades 6-12 can learn how to design a 3D printed keychain with Tinkercad.
Texas Rangers | Monday, Apr. 10-Wednesday, Apr. 12 | 7 p.m. | Globe Life Field, 734 Stadium Dr., Arlington | $6-$67 | The Rangers are stepping up to the plate against the Kansas City Royals.

Tuesday, April 11

Taco Tuesday | Tuesday, Apr. 11 | 4-7 p.m. | Toro Toro, 200 Main St., Fort Worth | Cost of purchase | Treat yourself to delectable street tacos for $3 (or three tacos for $7) and a $5 house margarita.
Brooks Nielsen | Tuesday, Apr. 11 | 8 p.m. | Tannahill’s Tavern and Music Hall, 122 E. Exchange Ave., Ste. 200, Fort Worth | $32-$52 | Catch the Indie artist’s performance at the Mule Alley venue.

Wednesday, April 12

Author Series: Jim Reeves | Wednesday, Apr. 12 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Southwest Regional, 4001 Library Ln., Fort Worth | Free | The author will discuss his book “Dugouts and Diamonds: Heartaches and Triumphs with the Texas Rangers,” followed by a Q+A and book signing.
“The Office” Themed Trivia | Wednesday, Apr. 12 | 7 p.m. | Maple Branch Craft Brewery, 2628 Whitmore St., Fort Worth | Free | Kick back with a pint and share all your favorite Dwight quotes.

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News Notes

Announced

Taylor Sheridan is filming a new Paramount+ series on his newly purchased Four Sixes Ranch. The “Yellowstone” spinoff “6666" follows cowboys who worked the historic property in Guthrie and will star Matthew McConaughey. The show doesn’t have a release date yet but is expected to premiere in late 2023 or early 2024. (Fort Worth Magazine)

Civic

In tomorrow’s meeting, City Council will consider contracting law firm Cantey Hanger to explore its legal options surrounding the plans for Future City Hall. The $150,000 contract would investigate the land survey error that revealed a federal floodway, increasing the cost of the construction project by $8 million.

Real Estate

Who doesn’t want to live in a castle? A 13,900-sqft mansion is for sale in Southlake (~30 minutes northeast of downtown) with seven bedrooms and 12 bathrooms. Listed for $7.85 million, the estate also has a grotto in the swimming pool, a library, and a two-story closet. If you buy it, please invite us over.

Fort Worthian

Local billionaire Alice Walton — daughter of Walmart founder Sam Walton — is the third richest woman in the world. According to the Forbes 2023 World’s Billionaires List, her net worth hangs out around $56.7 billion, behind L’Oreal heiress Françoise Bettencourt Meyers and Koch Industries’ Julia Koch.

Ranked

No 6. That’s what the DFW metroplex ranked on Hire A Helper’s list of “Cities to avoid if you hate commuting.” The survey said that the average one-way commute is 27.3 minutes and that 76.2% of commuters use private transportation. The Austin-Roundrock-Georgetown area ranked No. 5.

Watch

Head to The Modern on Thursday, April 13 at 7:30 p.m. to see “Wasted!,” the next screening of the free Movies that Matter series. Produced by Anthony Bourdain, the 2017 documentary follows the story of the 1.3 billion tons of food that is produced and thrown out before it reaches a plate. Watch the trailer.

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Travel

You love strolling in Trinity Park. But do you know how to ask for directions to Jardin des Tuileries in Paris? Babbel — the No. 1 language app in the world — can help you start learning just that in as little as three weeks. Pro tip: Snag 55% off your subscription today.*

Trending

How to make skincare more fun: the Marshmallow Whip Maker, which turns the cleanser you’re already using into a fluffy, marshmallow-like foam that feels rich and creamy on the skin. Keep the skincare gains going with a trusted SPF stick for face and body + a silk pillowcase for nighttime.

Shop

🛍️ Get in, we’re going shopping

What’s new and coming soon to Fort Worth

Peruse all the offerings in University Park Village. | Photo by FTWtoday

If you’re like us, you’re in full spring cleaning mode, clearing out closets and getting ready for summer — perhaps you’re ready to bring in some fresh looks to your wardrobe.

Check out a few new and soon-to-open stores at University Park Village.

Pro tip: Head to the shopping center just before the stores open to get a good parking spot in the notoriously crowded lot. The retail center’s pay-to-park program launched in January but was discontinued last month due to community response.

Freebird | Opened March 28
The Denver-based boot retailer is bringing a Rocky Mountain flair to Cowtown.

Nike by University Park | Opened December 2022
Discover your favorite styles, services, and offerings in the lab-like space.

Gorjana | Coming Spring 2023
The Laguna Beach jewelry brand is opening a classy boutique featuring dainty pieces in a calming neutral aesthetic.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Kate

From the editor

Looking to film a new project? The Fort Worth Film Commission is a nonprofit that helps garner permits and set up filming locations for everything from movies to brand advertising.

Check out this new commercial from Dallas-based clothing company Haggar, which produces the Pro-Football Hall of Fame gold jackets, that was filmed in Fort Worth. If you happen to see us re-creating those downtown dance moves, just look away.

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