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TEXAS
History. Adventure. Texas Spirit.
Experience the Lone Star State through the places, people, and stories that shaped Texas. From the halls of the State Capitol in Austin to the historic grounds of the Alamo and the missions of San Antonio, students encounter the history, government, culture, and geography of Texas firsthand.
Want to take the experience a step further? Add a real Texas ranch experience, complete with horseback riding, wagon rides, campfires, and a night under the Texas sky.
With two distinct ways to experience the state, ACTS can customize a Texas program around your group's educational goals and interests.
LEARN + PREPARE
Below is an overview of what most ACTS® groups experience on Texas Programs Use this page to learn more about each location and prepare for your program! Each itinerary is customized to fit your group's goals.
TWO WAYS TO EXPERIENCE TEXAS WITH ACTS®:
the TEXAS
TWO-STEP
Austin → San Antonio
Explore the history and culture of Texas through two of its most iconic cities.
Students visit the Texas State Capitol, explore the Bullock Texas State History Museum, experience the history of the Alamo and Mission San José, and take in the sights and stories of San Antonio along the River Walk.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
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Texas State Capitol
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Bullock Texas State History Museum
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The Alamo
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Mission San José
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San Antonio River Walk / River Cruise
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Austin & San Antonio
BEST FOR:
Groups looking for a focused Texas history, government, and cultural experience.
the TEXAS
LONGHORN
RANCH
EXPERIENCE
Austin → Ranch Country → San Antonio
Take the Texas experience beyond the city. Along with the history of Austin and San Antonio, students spend time at a working ranch with opportunities for horseback riding, wagon rides, campfires, and outdoor exploration.
The program combines Texas history and government with hands-on experiences that give students a taste of the state's ranching heritage and natural landscape.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
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Texas State Capitol
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Bullock Texas State History Museum
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LBJ Library
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Texas ranch experience
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Horseback riding
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Wagon rides
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Campfire experience
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Mission San José
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The Alamo
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Meadows Center glass-bottom boat tour
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Inner Space Caverns
BEST FOR:
Groups looking for a mix of history, adventure, outdoor experiences, and Texas culture.
CLIMATE
Texas's climate varies widely. Due to the huge expanse of Texas's landmass, several regions with distinctly different climates can be found: The Northern Plains, Trans-Pecos Region, Texas Hill Country, Piney Woods, and South Texas. Basically, the eastern half of Texas is humid and subtropical, the western half is semi-arid.
GEOGRAPHY
Texas is a state of remarkable geographic and cultural variety. From the rolling landscapes of the Hill Country to the urban centers of Austin and San Antonio, the region offers students opportunities to explore history, government, science, culture, and outdoor adventure.
Austin sits along the Colorado River in Central Texas, while San Antonio's history is closely connected to the San Antonio River and the missions that helped shape the city.
WATCH
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A short introduction video from the History Channel on the Battle of the Alamo and the Texas Revolution.
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For groups visiting the Capitol, consider a brief introduction to the structure and function of state government.
READ
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Preamble to the Constitution of the Republic of Texas
This provides an excellent starting point for discussing government, liberty, responsibility, and the ideas that shaped the Republic of Texas.
LISTEN
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"Texas, Our Texas"
Learn the story behind the official state song of Texas - and then see if students recognize the song many people mistakenly think is the state anthem: Deep in the Heart of Texas.
PREPARE
MENTALLY
EAT
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Texas is the perfect place to experience barbecue, Tex-Mex, chili, and classic Southern comfort food.
DRINK
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Lots of water! Texas can bring warm, humid conditions depending on the season and region.
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And yes, a cold Dr Pepper fits right in as a refreshing Texas favorite.
WALK
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In addition to enjoying luxury motorcoach transportation, every tour day includes lots of walking - everywhere! Prepare for your program by putting in lots of steps at home, and make sure to 'break in' your favorite new shoes for your adventure.
PHYSICALLY
