General-
Settled by German immigrants in 1840. Served as a railroad
center in early 1900's, but population thereafter declined until caught in the surging
growth of Houston in the present day.
Jesse H. Jones Park and Nature Center-
Nestled in heavily wooded area; 5 mile hiking trail meanders through
woods across boardwalks over pond, ending at sandy shores of Spring Creek. Programs
and exhibits on plant and animal life and special children's program in Nature Center
Building. Open daily, except Christmas, 8 a.m. - 5. p.m. (8 a.m. - 7 p.m. daylight
savings time).
Mercer Arboretum and Botanical Gardens-
A 214-acre facility with formal gardens; arboretum with picnic area,
garden and nature trails. Open daily except Christmas, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. at 22306
Aldine Westfield.
Old Town Spring-
 Restored railroad village of early 1900s with some 150 shops featuring
antiques, arts, crafts, clothing, and restaurants. Open Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.,
Sun. noon- 5 p.m. I-45 at Spring Cypress Road, Exit 70A, one mile east. For
information (713) 353-9310.
Splashtown USA-
Catch a wave in enormous wave pool...experience waterfall on Shot
Gun Falls... or splash into the Blue Lagoon, a two-level activity pool. There's
something for everyone at the 46-acre park. Open daily June-Aug.; weekends in May
and Sept. On northbound I-45 at Holzwarth Road., exit 68. Admission
Spring Historical Museum-
Historical documents, photos, and other memorabilia tell the story
of Spring and surrounding area. Open Tues. - Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Spring Cypress
Rd. and Gentry St.
Texas Air Aces-
Wannabe pilots, age nine to 99, can try their hands in air combat.
It's the real thing, not a simulator. Amateur "aces" fly in the
front seat of T-34A Mentor aircraft while an air combat instructor supervises the mission
from the rear seat. Aircraft feature infrared laser gun systems, gunsights,
threat-detection systems, and a four-camera video recording system. Video of the
"mission" included. Flight experience not required; must be at least 4 ft.
8 in. to fly. Reservations required. D. W. Hooks Airport 8319 Thora Lane #A-5.
Call (713) 379-ACES (2237) or 1-800-544-ACES (2237).
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