Big Changes

It’s hard to believe it has been more than two years since I’ve written a blog for this site. Shortly after my last post, I was diagnosed with breast cancer, and so many things fell by the wayside. This blog was one of those things. It feels great to pick it back up again. So much has happened. I completed all of my treatments for cancer; we transferred our Austin projects to the lovely owners of Let’s Retreat Outdoors; we sold our beautiful home in Austin; we moved to Hawaii; and we started a business on the lovely island of Kauai. Our new business here specializes in renting adventure vehicles and beach equipment to help make your visit to Kauai more enjoyable. We hope you will consider renting from us when you visit our beautiful island. Mahalo!

Landscape Lighting

Have you noticed how dark your house looks after your holiday lights come down? One of our favorite outdoor home improvements to do at Retreat Outside is landscape lighting. It's one of the most affordable upgrades you can make with your home that provides a huge impact. Not only does it really improve the look of your home in the evening, it also helps to brighten your walkways, and offers an element of security as well. Here are some examples of recent projects we've completed, including a before and after shot. Call, text, or email us today to schedule a free estimate! www.retreatoutside.com
512-769-9880. info@retreatoutside.com Check out the pictures on our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/retreatoutside/

Christmas & Holiday Lighting

We’re wrapping up some outdoor projects now so that we can put all of our focus on Holiday Lighting. Where did the time go? It feels like one minute we were savoring the fall weather, football, and Halloween with the kids, then BAM- the holiday season is upon us! We will be installing holiday lights for several neighborhood associations. This entails lighting up the clubhouses, guardhouses, entry gates, hanging wreaths, etc. Also, we are installing lights for some local distilleries, ranches, and larger residential properties. We have a $500 minimum. We use the highest quality lighting, and we fully maintain the lights over the holiday season so that you don’t have to lift a finger! This way, you can sit back and relax by the fire with your family, and let us do all the work hauling ladders, climbing on your roof, and working tirelessly to make sure your lights look just right! If you would like a free estimate for your holiday lights, definitely call us or send us a message today! Our calendar is booking up quickly!! Thanks so much, and be sure to savor the moment and enjoy the holiday season.

Live edge pecan table

Matt just finished this beautiful, pecan table. I am loving the look and feel of this so much. He mixed in the turquoise powder with the epoxy to fill the natural knots and cracks in the wood. He has gotten so many compliments on this already! We love the look and feel of these live edge tables that can be a family heirloom to pass down for generations. Check out a picture of it on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/retreatoutside/photos/a.1717619448289667/2126001630784778/?type=3&theater

Exciting Things Happening...

Hey Y'all! We hope you are enjoying the Spring weather and getting outside! We have been trying to get outside to watch the stars more lately, and we highly recommend it.  We have been busy planning and packing up for our summer in Alaska!  We will be working and playing as much as possible, and we couldn't be more excited.

We are thrilled to share this amazing offer with you.  While supplies last, we are offering a FREE Zion Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker with ANY purchase!! Remember, you get free shipping with any order over $30!  Be sure to pick one up for yourself or for Mom (remember, Mother's Day is just over a week away)!  Much love to you all!!

Pictures of our Outdoor Gear from Around the World

We love to receive pictures of our gear floating around the world.  Here are some recent photos of our Acadia All-in-One Travel Pack from Jamaica and Austin City Limits music festival: 

https://www.instagram.com/p/BaZCBDagkEl/?taken-by=retreatoutside

The Lost Arts of the Outdoors

On this beautiful Fall day, we are feeling seriously inspired to get outside.  This article that Outside Magazine put together has a wide variety of helpful tips and inspiration for your next adventure.  Whether it's a glamping trip with your best girlfriends, or a weekend in the wilderness with your family, you can find some great inspiration here: 

https://www.outsideonline.com/2217271/20-lost-arts-outdoors

How to help hurricane victims in Puerto Rico

If you're like us, and you're wondering what you can do to help the people of Puerto Rico who were recently hit by Hurricane Maria, here's a great list of the Top Ten things you can do to help:

https://www.fastcompany.com/40472650/how-to-help-puerto-rico-10-things-you-can-do-for-hurricane-maria-victims-right-now

Our new boxes have arrived!

You guys.  We are so excited about our new, custom gift boxes.  We spent a lot of time designing these to achieve a simple, yet stylish look so that you know when you receive a package from us that it's something special.  We hope you like them as much as we do!https://www.instagram.com/p/BZPAPNtgvIM/?taken-by=retreatoutside