***BREAKING NEWS***

Updated May 3, 2012

NEW! Personnel Changes Effective May 3

Per her request Dianna Snyder has relinquished her position as manager of Calaveras Lake Park for health reasons. She will be taking a part-time gatekeeper position.

Glenda Gaona will assume a new position as Assistant Area Manager of Braunig and Calaveras Lake Parks. She will manage both parks and oversee day to day operations.

IN MEMORIUM

Jewell Krause Co-manager of CPSE Parks 1945-2012

NEW! Fire Restrictions Lifted effective February 21

Effective February 21 all fire restrictions imposed because of the drought have been lifted. The following house rules still apply:

Build fires only in firerings, stoves, grills, or fireplaces provided for that purpose. ABSOLUTELY NO GROUND FIRES.
FIRES MUST BE COMPLETELY EXTINGUISHED BEFORE LEAVING AND CANNOT BE LEFT UNATTENDED. You are responsible for keeping fires under control.

We also reccomend that you keep a bucket of water or sand nearby in case of an emergency.

NEW! Update for Our Customers

Thousand Trails and CPS Energy's goal is for Calaveras and Braunig Lake Parks to continue to be great community assets. We want to continue the fine fishing lakes legacy, but also want to create family fun recreation areas for the San Antonio and surrounding area communities to enjoy fishing, day use, camping, picnicking, group events and RVing.

To sustain our goal the following park improvement projects are currently in process:

• 100 new picnic tables and fire rings (50 each) for Braunig and Calaveras Lake Parks.
• Installation of two (2) new ADA group areas at Calaveras Lake Park, to include two (2) new 10 foot picnic tables and a large group BBQ, per site.
• Installation of two (2) new additional restrooms per park.

Other park improvements currently being considered:

• Installation of garbage disposals at the Braunig and Calaveras fish cleaning stations to improve sanitation.
• Upgrade of interior roads and water systems at both parks.
• Remodel existing restrooms to make them more modern.
• Add more RV sites at both parks.
• Installation of playgrounds at both parks including basketball courts and ball fields.
• Build a pavilion at Calaveras Lake Park.

Suggestion and comment forms are available at both parks.

NEW! New Fire Restrictions effective February 7

Effective February 7 wood and charcoal fires are permitted in COVERED grills only.

NEW! SPRING-SUMMER HOURS RETURN MARCH 8

Effective March 8 our gate/store hours at both parks will be 6 AM-10 PM DAILY. These hours will last through spring and summer before returning to our fall-winter hours of 6 AM-8 PM.

NEW 2012 PRICES NOW IN EFFECT

Tne new 2012 prices are now in effect. Details can be found on the Hours and Fees page and the Rentals page for each lake: Braunig or Calaveras. REMINDER: According to the sign posted at the gate vehicles may be towed if the proper permit is not displayed. If you are staying past 8 PM be sure to get your OVERNIGHT permit BEFORE then.

 

FISHING BANNED AT KAYAK LAUNCH AT CALAVERAS

UPDATE: Effective immediately both bank fishing and wade fishing are banned at all of Pebble Beach, the kayak launch point at Calaveras Lake. a previous rule is being reinstated banning fishing south of the kayak launching area at Calaveras Lake. This is in addition to the ban IN the launch area. Fishing is currently still permitted north of that area. The kayakers need a clear lane to enter and exit the lake so take care that your lines don't drift into this area. Please also be aware that the dam is off limits.

 

 

 

NEW FIRE RESTRICTIONS!

Propane only in COVERED grill—NO WOOD OR CHARCOAL!
Body of grill cannot be in contact with flammable material such as the ground or wood table.

MONTHLY RV RENTAL SITES AVAILABLE THROUGH FEBRUARY 29, 2012

RV sites are now available for monthly rental of $432. This includes all use fees for 2 persons. Additional persons are $2 each per night.

CLARIFICATION ON ANNUAL PASSES IN 2012

Due to a misunderstanding we had told some of you that the annual passes could be used in 2012 to cover the $4 Dispursed Camping Fee for those staying past 8 PM. We have been informed by corporate that this is not the case. The annual passes may only be used in lieu of the per person charge in 2012, just as it is in 2011 (this includes your boat if on your card). If you have an annual pass and stay past 8 PM you will be required to pay $4 per carload. We apologize for the confusion.

CHANGES COMING SEPTEMBER 9

Winter hours returning
Beginning September 9 winter weekend hours will return. The entrance and store will close at 8 PM SHARP every night.

Monthly RV rentals will be available
Effective September 9 and running through February 2012 RV sites may be rented by the month and may be rented for the entire time. Details will be announced soon.

KIDS SUMMER FISHING PROGRAM PHOTOS

Sessions 1 and 2 are now in the books and you can see the pictures in the Braunig Young Anglers Program 2011 Albums and Calaveras Young Anglers Program 2011 Albums. Call now to reserve your child's spot in one of the remaining sessions (see below).

Just a Typical Sunday at the Lake

Well, not really. An amphibious vehicle and a wedding are not really typical. Check out the pictures from Calaveras Lake.

Mesquite Grove Group Area Now Delineated

The Mesquite Grove Group Area at Calaveras Lake Park now has signs marking its location. It includes three tables, two of which have grills. The area is available for parties of 25-50 people for $35.00. Call 210-635-8359 to reserve.

KIDS SUMMER FISHING PROGRAM BEGINS JUNE 18

Thousand Trails will be holding a “KIDS SUMMER FISHING PROGRAM” (aka, Young Angler Program) at Braunig and Calaveras Lake Parks this summer. Because of afternoon heat we will alternate between the lakes every other Saturday morning from 8-11 am starting June 18, 2011, at Braunig. There will be a maximum of ten (10) youth (ages 6-15) per class. All classes will be by reservation only. There is a $5 charge for each youth which includes the entry fee for that day. A parent must accompany each participant and sign a waiver for the youth to attend the class. Thousand Trails will provide all items needed for the young anglers during this instruction. A completion certificate will be awarded by TTMSI during a free, furnished lunch for class members and their parents. Brawny Cal, aka Alex, will be conducting these classes at both parks and has put a lot of time and work into making this program a success.

BRAUNIG DATES: June 18; July 2, 16, 30; August 13, 27

CALAVERAS DATES: June 25; July 9, 23; August 6, 20; September 3

Clarification on Camping, Picnicking, and Fishing--
Effective July 1, 2011

CAMPING AND PICNICKING: Camping is allowed in the designated recreation area and is limited to seven (7) consecutive days or 14 days total for both Braunig and Calaveras Lake Parks combined over a thirty (30) day period. Campers are those who set up and use any type of camping device; trailer, motor home, van, tent, make-shift shelter, or those who use any type of sleeping area including any auto, vehicle, or truck. Campers must not leave equipment or pets unattended. Campfires must be kept small and attended at all times. GROUND FIRES ARE PROHIBITED.

FISHING: There is a bank/pier fishing pole limit of 2 (two) per adult/senior citizen and 1 (one) per youth/child. The fishing poles may not be more than 5 (five) feet apart.

Brawny Cal Has a New Look

Brawny Cal has a new look. He will be leading the young wrangler program this summer and providing Brawny Cal's Fishing Report. He is also known as Alex.

Young Angler Program

We are happy to announce that a Young Angler Program for youth will be offered this summer at both lakes on selected Saturdays. This will be a three hour program in the morning at one lake and in the afternoon at the other. Details will be released as they become available.

Clarification on Rental Policy

The management of Braunig and Calaveras Lakes rents picnicking and camping sites; IT DOES NOT RENT SHORELINE FOR FISHING.

All rental tables include the concrete pad plus a 10 foot perimeter on all sides. The group and RV sites include the specified area. If any of these boundaries include contact with the shoreline then it is included. If not, the shoreline isn't included.

This written clarification supersedes all verbal communication to the contrary.

Fishing Guide List Now Available

For those of you needing "professional help" we have added a list of fishing guides to the website.

Hints for Easter 2011

Easter weekend is a very busy time at Braunig and Calaveras Parks. If you plan to spend your Easter with us, here are some hints:

1. All covered tables and RV sites are rented. The uncovered tables will go quickly. Your best bet is to bring your own supplies (canopy, table, grill, tents) and set up camp in one of our open areas.
2. The line of vehicles waiting to enter the park will be VERY long and time consuming. Be sure to bring everything you need the first time to avoid another VERY long wait in line when you return.
3. If you want to fish from the bank this is NOT the weekend to come. Available shoreline will be hard to come by.
4. The parks will be very crowded. If you choose to come anyway realize that there will be NO REFUND of your admission fee.
5. If you want to make a reservation for Easter 2012, or any other date, do so now or plan to wait until after Easter. NO RESERVATIONS WILL BE TAKEN DURING EASTER WEEKEND.

Now Accepting Reservations for Easter 2012!

Although all reservfation sites at both parks are been taken for Easter 2011 we are now accepting reservations for Easter 2012, April 6-9. Call or come by either park for yours.

Calaveras Now Accepting RV Reservations

Calaveras Park is now accepting reservations for the RV sites. Numbers 3, 5, and 6 will be available effective April 15.

Brawny Cal Welcomes New Managers to Calaveras

Tom and Dianna Snyder, formerly gatekeepers at Braunig Park, are the new managers at Calaveras Park. Tell them Brawny Cal said to say "hi" next time you are there.

RV Sites Available at Calaveras April 15

Effective April 15 Calaveras Lake has a limited number of RV sites available. Details are on our Rentals page. We will take reservations beginning April 8 after 7 AM.

RV Sites

Effective April 1 Braunig Lake has a limited number of rv sites available. Details are on our Rentals page. [They are already booked for Easter 2011.] RV sites will be available soon at Calaveras.

Easter 2011 Reservations

All covered tables at both lakes are already reserved for Easter 2011. It's first come, first served on the rest of the park.

Covered tables

All covered tables are now rentals. Check the Rentals page for Braunig or Calaveras for details.

Extended weekend hours

The entrance gates are now open until 10 PM on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at both lakes.

Brawny Cal and friends give fishing tips and reports from Braunig and Calaveras Lakes in Bexar County, Texas in Brawny Cal's Fishing Report.