A study by the US Army Corps of Engineers and the Brazos River Authority into the potential for increasing Lake Aquilla’s water supply storage capacity is now available for review by the general public.

July is here, which means a lot of red, white and blue along with plenty of fireworks in the Brazos River basin. This month, you can watch championship bull riding, wiener dog races, or enjoy a watermelon or peach festival. Here’s a roundup of events in July throughout the basin:

Before you take your boat out, make sure you have all the necessary equipment to help keep you and others safe and in compliance with state law (and federal, if you plan to go on ocean waters).

The Brazos River Authority's System Operation Permit Drought Study is complete. To view the full study, click the photo.

Staying safe is the first rule for an enjoyable camping trip on the river. Whether it’s staying off private property or paying attention to the possibility of quickly rising river water, it’s important to keep a few things in mind.