Lake Buchanan/Inks Lake Chamber of Commerce

02/24/2025

Footage from "Blue Ghost", Burnet County's own Firefly Aerospace mission contractor!

02/24/2025

Hi everyone,
As always, lots going on.

First, though, believe it or not, it only took us two years, we have a brand-new website up and running.

If you haven't yet done so, please go to https://www.lb-ca.org/ and check it out. Let us know what features you would like us to add to make it more useful to you.

Our meeting this month is today:
Monday, February 24th @6:30
Lakeshore Library
7346 RR 261
Buchanan Dam, Texas 78609

Topics:
Important update on the rock crushing plant, and a
special update on some proposed legislation affecting our beloved lakes.

If you've been watching the news out of California for the last couple of months, you are well aware of the dangers that wildfires present. As you know, we in the Highland Lakes live in an area geographically similar to that of the affected parts of California. Right now we are in a severe, prolonged drought. One that has turned our area into a tinderbox - a wildfire waiting to happen.

This month's special guest speaker is Llano County Emergency Management Coordinator Gilbert Bennett. He has some important information on this subject that is critical to our communities' safety.

We will also hear from Donall POA President and LBCA Board Member Bill Witt, who will look at this subject from a POA standpoint.

02/24/2025

We would love to have you join us! This Thursday at 6pm at the Visitor Center.

02/19/2025

OK guys, MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Our first mixer of 2025 is coming up NEXT THURSDAY -- FEBRUARY 27 -- 5:30 UNTIL . . . at our chamber office: 19611 E. TX-29, Buchanan Dam, TX 78609

We will have finger foods, refreshments, and a looping presentation to introduce you to our officers and board members, such as our President (photo):

Looking forward to seeing y'all HERE!

02/19/2025

For once-and-all, the claims that EITHER the Pensacola Dam, creating the Grand Lake o' the Cherokee OR Canada’s Daniel-Johnson Dam at a length of 4,304 feet are the longest dam in the world is completely FALSE.

Buchanan Dam, creating Lake Buchanan in the Texas Hill Country, is EASILY the longest dam at a whopping 10,988 feet long! Naturally, some would say "Well OF COURSE it is -- EVERYBODY knows that EVERYTHING'S BIGGER IN TEXAS! In any event, it is inarguably true that we do have the longest multi-arch dam in the world.

We need to do a better job of telling the WORLD!

Followers and Viewers

02/18/2025

Come get your copy of the 2025 Highland Lakes Directory and Senior Guide -- an excellent resource for everyone -- Here at the Lake Buchanan / Inks Lake Chamber of Commerce, Visitor Center & DAM Museum!

02/15/2025

It's a BEAUTIFUL DAY to come see our EAGLES!🦅

02/14/2025

💖Happy Valentine's Day, Y'all! 💖

02/04/2025

Burnet County's own FIREFLY

02/04/2025

From family-run flower farms to small business chocolate makers, American businesses bring to life this special day for families, couples, and galantines across the country.

Economic impact: Valentine’s Day is much more than cards and sweets. It is a time for Americans to show the special people in their lives how much they mean to them, and American businesses bring it to consumers.

As kids begin to write and seal their Valentine's cards and couples make dining reservations, businesses are in full swing to provide Americans with the perfect gifts and experiences to make the day memorable.
The National Retail Federation (NRF) estimates that 53% of consumers plan to celebrate Valentine’s Day, and $25.8 billion will be spent on the holiday this year, or about $185.81 per household.
Top Valentine spending: Unsurprisingly, chocolates and other candies reign supreme on Valentine’s Day, with candy accounting for a whopping 57% of Valentine’s Day spending.

The National Confectioners Association tells the Chamber that 92% of Americans plan to purchase candy for Valentine’s Day this year, including 58 million pounds of chocolate — one of the holiday’s most popular candies.
Overall, the Valentine’s Day season represents about $4 billion in confectionery sales each year.
Whether bought from the local florist, flower delivery service, or neighborhood grocery store, flowers remain integral to the Valentine’s Day holiday.

The Society of American Florists reports 250 million roses alone are prepared by U.S. florists for Valentine’s Day, with Cupid’s holiday being the number one holiday for florists and for floral purchases.
Restaurants and Retail See Uptick on Valentine's Day
Dining out also represents a larger portion of consumer spending on Valentine’s Day.

The National Restaurant Association tells the Chamber they project 60 million adults will go out to a restaurant for a special Valentine’s Day meal this year.
In addition, 35 million adults are expected to order takeout or delivery from a restaurant for a special Valentine’s Day meal at home, consisting of either the full meal or parts of the meal.
Even if you're looking for last-minute deals, the National Restaurant Association reports nearly 40% of Americans celebrate Valentine’s Day after the fact to get a better deal, so look for restaurants offering deals and specials a few days after Feb. 14.
Retail also sees an uptick around Valentine’s Day, including the jewelry and clothing industries, which plan to see record spending of $6.4 billion and $3 billion in sales this holiday, respectively.

01/30/2025

Very Cool website. We are ALL CONNECTED!
https://www.evogeneao.com/en

01/30/2025

Get Started Fishing in 10 (easy) Steps -- WONDERFUL Blog post!

https://www.takemefishing.org/blog/july-2016/how-to-get-started-fishing-in-10-simple-steps/

check it out!
Followers and Viewers

There is no better time than the present to get started fishing. Fishing is a great way to spend time outdoors with your friends and family while learning new skills. With just a few pieces of basic gear, you'll be reeling in fish and making new memories in no time.

01/28/2025

guys -- FOLLOW Firefly Aerospace -- HQ'd in BURNET COUNTY!

01/28/2025

W O W !!

Blue Ghost, the Firefly Aerospace lunar lander on its way to the moon, captured this photo of Earth from orbit TODAY. The photo echoes the famous image “The Blue Marble,” taken in 1972 by the crew of the Apollo 17 mission, the last manned trip to the moon.

During Firefly’s first NASA mission, the unmanned "Ghost Riders in the Sky", the lunar lander will reach its destination by March 2. The space firm’s goals might be out of this world, but it has roots RIGHT HERE in Burnet County. (Firefly Aerospace photo)

I don't know about y'all, but I am PUMPED!