I have to be in Houston for a consulting job Jan 3rd - 10th but I have nothing to do that weekend.

I've visited some of the gunshops on the westside (out along Westheimer) and I've been to Bass Pro Shops and the Houston Space Center. I've been to see the Rockets, Astros and Texans.

Can anyone recommend anything else to do?

http://www.houstonboatshows.com/

Boat show

The Collectors, I think it is on Fondren is a gun store with a lot of stuff, as well as a lot of guns.


www.collectorsfirearms.com

You can visit the San Jacinto Monument and BB35-the battleship Texas. It is much better to visit in the winter. You don't roast and the mosquitoes don't get the left overs.
You can also ride the ferry at point Bolivar. If you want to really burn some gas drive to San Antonio and see the Alamo. Then up to Buda to Cabelas. You can check out Devil's Backbone and the springs at San Marcos, then to Austin and check out Barton Springs. Go to the Texas Memorial Museum and check out the spectacular gun collection. Head out to Pedernales Falls and then out to Fredricksburg to the Nimitz Museum of the Pacific War. Then north 12 miles to Enchanted Rock. Then back to Hamilton Pool on the west side of Austin and then over to Interspace Caverns in Georgetown.
But then again there might be a gun show near Houston too.

Collectors Firearms on Fondren & Richmond, also Fountain Firearms on Hwy 6.

Echoing Forrest, I would make a trip to Collector's Firearms, then while I was in the vicinity I would go by Pappasitos at Richmond and Hillcroft and have some Mexican food and a margarita (or two).

Two other places to eat before you leave would be Fogo de Chao on Westheimer between 610 Loop and the Beltway 8, and the Aquarium downtown.

Fogo for the food and the Aquarium for the experience.

Well, while we are doing an on-line Zagat's guide, if you like barbeque, swing by Otto's on Memorial Drive (near downtown) or drive a little to County Line on Cutten Road.

+1 on Fogo de chao. But bring an appetite!

After you're done there, how about heading north to DSC. Unfortunately I can't attend, but a great way for you to meet fellow AR members and party.

Considering your avatar, you might want to check out the offerings at Treasures, The Men's Club, Rick's Caberet, Centerfolds, or The Gold Cup (a personal favorite).

Thanks guys, I've been to the Alamo,(I drove to San Antonio in October), Austin, Dallas, etc.

I liked the San Jacinto Monument (You can see it from GE' engine depot, where I work a lot)

Collector's is one of the shops I visited (twice) out near Westheimer. I'll have to look for Fountain's

Fog de Chao's is great, I've eaten there a couple of times. (I've also worked in Brazil numerous time and Bufalo's Churrascaria in Manaus is one of my favorites.)

Our operating company is headquarted on Louisiana St so I've been to just about all the restaurants downtown. I've also been to Joe's Crabshack, Pappasito's on I-10 east and a lot of restaurants on the westside past the Galleria.

I also spent 11 years in the US Navy so I've seen enough ships and boats to last me a lifetime.

As far as Treasures, TMC, Rick's, etc. Like I said, I've been to Brazil about a dozen times, why settle for less?

I guess I can check out the convention center as they have a cat show and a "bridal extravaganza" (Kill me now!)

Thanks guys.

Fjold,
You can see the Rockets play NY. They play Jan 5. Or you can line up a duck or goose hunt with any of the outfitters there. The Houston/Katy area is a major landing point for the central flyway. Or just call whatever hotel you're using and ask what else might be going on that weekend.

Hey Fjold

Drop me a PM and I'll give you the phone numbers to a couple of Happy Ending Massage Parlors.

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Originally posted by woods:
Hey Fjold

Drop me a PM and I'll give you the phone numbers to a couple of Happy Ending Massage Parlors.

LOL, Thanks. I've been to Brazil, New Zealand, Germany, Netherlands, England, etc.

One thing that they have in common, it isn't illegal there.

It looks as though others have covered the 'city" sites.

How about a 'shooting' trip. Bayou Rifles has two ranges; "Eldridge" (I10 & Eldridge on west side, near the "Energy Corridor") and "Juliff" (Hwy 6 & 288 on south side).

Eldridge is stricly 22lr rifles & standard pistol cartridges. Juliff has High Power course with 600 & 1000yd ranges.

Most weekends there's some kind of event at both. Most guys have extra firearms & ammo for vistors. We often shoot informal smallbore shilouette matches Sat & Sun mornings and would welcome out of towners. My sons & I are at Eldridge most weekends and would love to let another try their hand with our rifles.

Goggle up "bayou rifles" and there are contact names, directions, etc.

Another great club down near Alvin is Pearland Shooting Club (PSC). Many people are members of both. They also welcome out of town vistors.

Pete A.
pauban@comcast.net

Perhaps we can find an afternoon to go to the range and we can shoot the doubles and 404 Jeffery?
Please drop me an emailrkmojo@aol.com
I'll send along my contact information.

Thanks Pete and Rusty that's very kind of you.

To tell you the truth a 404 is the next big bore that I want to build so that a very attractive offer.

Let me firm up my schedule and I'll contact you Rusty. I'll spring for lunch and or dinner if we can make it a go.

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Originally posted by Rusty:
Perhaps we can find an afternoon to go to the range and we can shoot the doubles and 404 Jeffery?
Please drop me an emailrkmojo@aol.com
I'll send along my contact information.

I was thinking the same, maybe some of us might get together and bring some toys to ASC and sling some lead?

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I was thinking the same, maybe some of us might get together and bring some toys to ASC and sling some lead?

Let me know. Meet at the 200 yard range?

It would be great if we could get together.

There is a chance that I will have to work Saturday. But Sunday, Jan 6th I will have free for sure.

I am always game for a trip to the range. Just let me know and we can find a toy or two to bring along.

After exchanging emails with Fjold, let's make it Sunday January 6th. Be at the range at 9:30 AM. At Bayou Rifles, the Juliff range. You can come as my guests. We'll go shoot and then stop in Pearland for lunch afterwards around 1 PM!

I'll post directions and GPS coordinates later.

add me to your growing list... i'd like to show off my new .416 taylor...

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Originally posted by ForrestB:
Considering your avatar, you might want to check out the offerings at Treasures, The Men's Club, Rick's Caberet, Centerfolds, or The Gold Cup (a personal favorite).

I can't believe it took 10 posts to list titty bars/BJ shacks.........Houstons best attraction

Sunday Jan. 6th. This Sunday 9:30 AM informal get together at Bayou Rifles Juliff range with
FJOLD. Please contact Rusty if you are going to be there. Bring a rifle We'll shoot a bit then go have lunch at the Salt Grass Steakhouse in Pearland.
See map below.
Range is 1 1/2 miles East of TX288 on County Rd. 57 West. Also known as Juliff Manvel Rd. Range is on the north side of CR 57.
rkmojo@aol.com
281-773-7987 cell
281-437-3261 home
713-778-8919 work

TX-288 South and County Road 57 (Juliff Manvel Rd)

Rats I will be at Market Hall gunshow the 5th and 6th
Bill

Well, it's fitting that my 4,000 post on AR is to accept the invitation to come meet with some of you.

I'll be there Sunday morning for sure!

Rusty, thanks for this but I have to be out of town now.

Fjold, I sorry I am going to miss this but hope others will make it out. hope you have a good time in Houston any way.

I'll be there and I'll be bringing along this little baby...



Come lust over this beauty and bring your check book. See you guys there.

Forrest

I'm glad I'm left handed Forrest, that's gorgeous!