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Join Emmy-award-winning host Chet Garner as he explores the Lone Star State, including its mouth-watering food, stunning outdoors, and unique history. From well-known landmarks to obscure dives and hideaways, its all withing a day's reach.

Chet explores conservation efforts and learns what's being done to protect West Texas' dark skies.
Chet eats chicken fried steak at Old Jody's, and discovers what's New in downtown Temple.
A look at all the spooky stops and a hunt for the Saratoga Lights.
The Daytripper is proudly sponsored by Rudy’s "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q, Ranch Hand Truck Accessories, Georgetown, TX, Don Hewlett Chevrolet, Texas Farm Bureau Insurance, and Dell. The Daytripper is is presented by Austin PBS, KLRU-TV and distributed by NETA.
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Chet soars over this beloved coastal town and meets the animals native to the Gulf.
Chet gets a first glimpse at Texas' newest state park and explores the surrounding towns.
Chet learns Native American history, visits the town hang out, and buys a goat?!?!
From hill tops to caverns below, Chet explores a town where the hill country meets the desert.
Chet enjoys BBQ, hiking, motocross, and fishing in the birthplace of the Texas flag.
Chet enjoys some of the biggest tacos in Texas in this town with a spooky past.
Chet enjoys fast-paced off road racing and slower pace of days gone by in Gatesville.
Chet discovers all this north Texas GRAND prairie has to offer.
East of Austin, Chet eats his fill of sausage and tours a classic Texas dance hall.
Chet rides the state railroad into town to discover the history of Cherokee County.
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Chet explores where the Hill Country meets West Texas.
Chet discovers a big spring and explores a renovated historic hotel.
Chet discovers all the University of Texas has to offer visitors to campus.
Chet learns about the childhood of the 34th President and Texas' role in the French wine industry.
Chet enjoys cream puffs, enchiladas, and country music in this small town outside San Antonio.
Chet enjoys a slice of (PIE) heaven just south of Austin.
Native American Historic Sites, Handmade Skillets, and Texas food
Chet explores a city with a deep history by visiting the lake, touring the jail, and eating BBQ!
Chet shops till he drops at the World's Largest Flea Market.
Chet explores the iconic establishments of H-town.
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