1. A Student's Guide to Waco
Steven Newcomb
Student Body External Vice President
(713)

2. McLennan Community College and Texas State Technical College
Founded in Huaco
Heart of Texas
Population:
Waco: ~125,00
Greater Waco: 250,000
McLennan Community College and Texas State Technical College
Waco ISD: 2 high schools, 4 middle schools, 15 elementary schools – not relevant to them

4. Practical Details Grocery stores HEB, Walmart, Target, Sam’s, and Aldi
Hospitals
Hillcrest and Providence
Police station - (254)
Fire departments - (254)
Transportation - (254)
They just need to know BUPD and 911

5. Things To Do Lake Waco Cameron Park (zoo, running/biking trails)
Recreation
Hawaiian Falls Water Park
Lions Park Putt-Put
Golf courses – Cottonwood, Twin Rivers
BSR Cable Park – Waterskiing, wakeboarding, etc.
Canoes, Kayaks, and Sunfish on Brazos River (Baylor Marina)
Baylor Outdoor Recreation! (Rock Climbing, Backpacking, etc)
Lake Waco
Cameron Park (zoo, running/biking trails)
Downtown Farmers Market
Golf Course
Downtown shopping and entertainment
Community events
Ex: First Friday, Brazos Nights, Art on Elm
All of this is covered in following slides

6. Things To Do Recreation Hiking and Biking – Cameron Park
Paint Ball and Laser Tag
Skeet and Trap Shooting
Rollerskating
Bowling and Tennis (at Baylor too!)
Lake Waco
Cameron Park (zoo, running/biking trails)
Downtown Farmers Market
Golf Course
Downtown shopping and entertainment
Community events
Ex: First Friday, Brazos Nights, Art on Elm
All of this is covered in following slides

7. Things To Do Touring and Learning Dr. Pepper Museum Waco Mammoth Site
Mayborn Museum
Texas Ranger Museum
Texas Sports Hall of Fall
Waco River Charters
Lake Waco
Cameron Park (zoo, running/biking trails)
Downtown Farmers Market
Golf Course
Downtown shopping and entertainment
Community events
Ex: First Friday, Brazos Nights, Art on Elm
All of this is covered in following slides

8. Things To Do Movies, Theatre and Arts Waco Hippodrome Galaxy 16
Regal 16
Many shows and musicals by Baylor students on campus!
Waco Civic Theatre
Jubiliee Theatre
Multiple Art Studios including Baylor’s own!
Lake Waco
Cameron Park (zoo, running/biking trails)
Downtown Farmers Market
Golf Course
Downtown shopping and entertainment
Community events
Ex: First Friday, Brazos Nights, Art on Elm
All of this is covered in following slides

9. Things To Do Some Local (non-chain) Places to Eat (many more)
Café Homestead
George’s
Schmaltz’s
World Cup Café
Baris’ Pasta and Pizza
Vitek’s
Finer Dining
135 Prime
1424
Diamondback’s
Lake Waco
Cameron Park (zoo, running/biking trails)
Downtown Farmers Market
Golf Course
Downtown shopping and entertainment
Community events
Ex: First Friday, Brazos Nights, Art on Elm
All of this is covered in following slides

10. Lake Waco
Hiking and biking opportunity
Scenic views

11. Cameron Park
At 416 acres, Cameron Park is one of the state’s largest municipal parks. It’s the perfect place for running or biking difficult trails, playing disc golf, hammocking, or having a picnic.
In addition to the athletic opportunities and scenic views, there’s a large zoo which is home to a variety of animals.

12. Waco Downtown Famers Market
Every Saturday from 9am-1pm
wacodowntownfarmersmarket.com

13. Downtown – Shopping and Dining!

14. Community Events

15. Tips and Testimonials
“Find your group of friends and go explore Waco together. It’s an awesome community, but best when shared with friends.” - Casey Meyer
“I love Waco because all of the local businesses and shops bring a special charm that isn’t present in my hometown.” - Corinne Bruton
“Waco is growing, and it’s so exciting to be here during such pivotal moments as the city makes strides into the future.” - Lawren Kinghorn
“The people of Waco are part of what make this city so great. Everyone is so kind and genuine. Waco has a laidback atmosphere which makes it so easy to adjust to and explore.” - Nan Tolson

16. A Student's Guide to Waco
Steven Newcomb
Student Body External Vice President
(713)