Spooky Spirit Seen Around Steiner Ranch

Happy Halloween!

In addition to the festive pumpkins (see former blog post) in Steiner Ranch, I have spotted some other fun decor around the community.  Could not resist sharing...

A Steiner Tombstone....it isn't real is it?

 This big guy won't be able to keep the Steiner kids away!

This witch tried to escape to one of Steiner's greenbelts....oops and ouch!


Be safe, have fun, enjoy!

For more information on Steiner Ranch community real estate, and the greater Austin area, please contact:  Jenny Rosas, Licensed Realtor:  rosasjen@earthlink.net.

The Great Pumpkin Arrives In Steiner Ranch

As Halloween approaches, I want to report that there is indeed a Great Pumpkin in the Steiner Ranch community.  He lives here, but stays anonymous for the sake of the Steiner Ranch Files.  He is creative.  He is a trend setter.  He started a trend on his own residential Steiner street.  And the idea has quickly spread on surrounding streets, in surrounding neighborhoods.

The Great Pumpkin is responsible for preparing and distributing plastic orange pumpkins over exterior house lights, creating a cool, glowing effect.  It is very festive!  On his street, the effect is enjoyed on every house for one long block, and beyond.

I asked him where he got the idea.  I thought perhaps he saw it in a magazine or on TV; but nope, this is the Great Pumpkin's brainchild after three margaritas.

The Great Pumpkin says he stocked up on orange plastic pumpkins and offered them up as gifts to homes on his street...his way of showing appreciation for his neighbors.  He explains the decorations are really a symbol of the closeness of his Steiner neighborhood.  "But we had this strong bond before the pumpkin decorations," he says.

According to Linus of the Peanuts comic strip, on Halloween night, the Great Pumpkin rises from the pumpkin patch he deems the most "sincere."  He then flies through the air delivering toys to all the good little children in the world.

But what is up with this rebel green pumpkin we spotted nearby? (made us chuckle)

And finally the man behind the Great Pumpkin is working with his neighbors on a street-wide Christmas decoration idea!  We cannot wait!


If you would like info on how to hang your own festive light fixture pumpkins, AND info on the Steiner Ranch community, please contact me:  Jenny Rosas, rosasjen@earthlink.net

Steiner Ranch Goes to the Dogs With Proposed Dog Park

Steiner Ranch community in Austin, TX is known and loved for its vast amenities --  geared toward adults and kids alike.  These amenities include miles of hiking and biking trails, three community centers with pools, tennis and basketball courts, parks and playgrounds, and the Steiner Ranch Lake Club on Lake Austin.

Now Steiner Ranch's canine friends are being considered with a proposed dog park.

One of Steiner's Irresistible Friends

A dog park has been on the radar of Steiner Ranch HOA (home owner's association) and residents for a while.  I turned to resident Bob Withrow, who is assisting with current efforts to make a dog park a reality, for more information.

Where would the community put a dog park?  "Past studies have assumed a location in the Town Center recreation area between the existing pool complex and Quinlan Park Rd.  Away from homes, play areas and the pool," reports Withrow.  "The exact location/size has not been determined, but this is the area being considered."

How would the dog park be structured?   Withrow said, "Overall the dog park will be one contiguous space, however, the current proposal provides for separate areas for smaller versus larger dogs.  Much of the public information concerning the design of dog parks encourages for this 'safe play' consideration.  The areas would be sized proportionally."

Big Dogs Like To Have Fun Too!

A specific target date has not been established.  The Steiner HOA board needs to determine interest/support and cost factors.  Funding may come from the HOA, as well as fund raising and sponsorships.

Volunteers for the dog park committee are welcome; those interested should contact Sharon Adams in the Steiner HOA office:  sharon@steinerranchhoa.org

Austin is full of dog lovers, and Steiner Ranch is no exception.

Gotta Love Her!