Where the Cardinals Go in the Winter

We all know that cardinals go south in the winter. Apparently they go to Texas. We’ve seen flocks of cardinals at Lake Corpus Christi and even more here at Goliad State Park. It’s relaxing to sit outside the RV and count the cardinals. They also have a bird station with feeders and water that attract the birds. This picture shows 5 male cardinals though you need to click on the picture to make it large enough to see them.

Goliad State Park is a good park to stay in. There is a restored mission within the park. The restoration was done in the 1930’s by the CCC. It looks similar to the nearby missions such as San Jose mission in San Antonio.

There are a few hiking trails along with hike/bike trails into town. The area is also big for geocaches in cemeteries. We biked or drove to several and found most of the geocaches.

In town is a “hanging tree”. Court decisions were handled quickly. Plus, apparently not all hangings went through the courts.

General Zaragoza was born near the park. He led a Mexican force against the French. His victory on May 5, 1862 is celebrated as Cinco de Mayo!