The Daytripper

In the premiere of The Daytripper, Chet travels to Waco, Texas; home of Baylor University, Dr. Pepper, and exceptional mountain biking right in the middle of the city. If you thought Waco wasn't worth the trip, better think again.

Chet travels to Bastrop to conquer the mighty Colorado River, a mighty chicken fried steak, and Chet's mighty beard. But, I hope you brought your pool stick, as there may be a brawl ahead.

Chet travels to Burnet, Texas, from the high cliffs above Inks Lake to the depths of Longhorn Cavern, and some delicious Bar-B-Q and Tex Mex in between.

In the premiere episode for Season Two, The Daytripper heads to Brenham, Texas to visit the home of Blue Bell ice cream, eat a 100 dollar hamburger, take a bike ride around Lake Sommerville, and get a history lesson on the birthplace of Texas, Washington-on-the-Brazos.

The Daytripper heads to Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch and Caverns then to Canyon Lake to wash off and find some Tex Mex for dinner.

Chet travels to Lockhart, TX to sample the four big bbq joints, Smitty's, Kreuz, Black's, and Chisholm Trail.

Chet heads to "cowtown" to visit the historic Fort Worth Stockyards, take a horseback ride, visit their art museums, and attend the Stockyards Rodeo.

Chet heads to Huntsville to explore the history of Texas Founder Sam Houston, visit the Texas Prison Museum, and go SCUBA diving in the piney woods.

Chet heads to Smithville! He bikes from Bastrop State Park to Buescher State Park, he eats some BBQ, visits a famous paper doll artist, and travels to an Automotive History Museum.

Chet heads to Bay Area Houston to visit NASA, eat a hoagie and fried shrimp, go birding on Armand Bayou and visit the Kemah Boardwalk.

Chet heads to the “Cowboy Capital of the World”, visits Dublin Bottling Works, sees some barrel racing at Lone Star Arena and polishes it off with chicken fried steak.

Chet goes on the "best little day trip in Texas" to paddle the Colorado River, explore Texas Czech culture, eat at a 100 year old BBQ joint, and enjoy some kolaches from Hruska's.

Chet heads to El Paso, Texas to explore the history, culture, and food of this Tex-Mex town.

Chet heads to the hometown of President Lyndon B. Johnson to explore his roots, along with stops for food, culture, and outdoors.

Chet heads to San Marcos to explore its river by boat, kayak, and tube, with stops at Paper Bear, Rhea’s Ice Cream, Texas State University, and much more.

Chet heads to the State Fair of Texas to explore its history, excitement and food. He hangs out with Big Tex (the fair’s 55-foot tall mascot), sees some prize-winning steers and ostrich races in the Livestock Exhibit, and explores the park’s diverse fried food, including fried butter, fried thanksgiving dinner and the original “Corny Dog.”

Chet heads to the Marble Falls to explore its art, adventure and cuisine. He visits the Pogue Foundry to learn about bronze sculptures, peers into historic “Dead Man’s Hole” and then pushes his adrenaline levels on an ATV, a stand-up paddleboard and a hang glider. Along the way he finds time for smoked fajitas, a brew-pub bison burger and pie happy hour.

Chet heads to Lubbock and explores the Texas High Plains. After a trip through Texas Tech University and its traditions, Chet eats fried cheese and calzones at a few local hangouts, and then dives into history at the Buddy Holly Center and the world-class archeology site Lubbock Lake Landmark.

Chet explores the east side of Texas’s capital city exploring its food trucks, a modern butcher shop, and a house museum that “Keeps Austin Weird.” He visit the Texas State Cemetery with the graves of past Texans including “Father of Texas” Stephen F. Austin, and then pushes his lack of athleticism to the extreme on an obstacle course.

Chet finds heaps of history, including the alleged grave of Jesse James and the story of John Wilkes Booth hiding out here after his assassination of the president. He visits a Trappist-style cheesemaker, a sandy beach in the middle of town and eats fish tacos beside a lake-front marina.

Chet visits “The Big Bend” of Texas with stops to learn its history and climb to a mountaintop classroom. He eats at a steakhouse inspired by the movie “Giant” and devours hot dogs from a truck that takes wienies to a whole other universe.

Chet heads to West Texas to explore one of the most beautiful and most remote national parks in the U.S. From desert hikes to balanced rocks to jaw-dropping mountain hikes with 100-mile views.

After a night backpacking to the South Rim, Chet wakes up to head back to the basin. After summiting Emory Peak (the tallest point in the park),Chet and crew head to Terlingua, where they explore the town’s old mining culture, eat at an old theater and celebrate at the historic “La Kiva” bar.

In a town that epitomize Texas Bar-B-Q, Chet interviews 3 different pit masters, each with their own spin on Texas ‘que. He visits a museum dedicated to the governor who defeated the KKK in Texas and goes fishing on the best “crappie” lake in the state.

Chet kicks off the season throwing a dart at a map and proving that no matter where it lands in Texas, there’s always something to do. In Belton’s historic downtown, he visits their heritage museum, eats some excellent BBQ, and stops off at the oldest department store in Texas. Throw in some mountain biking and dinner at a renovated cotton gin and that’s a day trip.

Chet heads down the Texas coast to the North Padre Island National Seashore. He experiences a sea turtle release, and then heads down the longest undeveloped barrier island in the world fish, swim and camp on its shores.

Chet explores a small town that's known as the home of "Billy the Kid. " He uncovers the story of whether or not Billy died in New Mexico or made it to TX to live to his old age. He rock climbs inside some renovated grain silos, and visits a chocolatier that making some of the most amazing truffles on the planet.

Chet explores the settlement where Stephen F. Austin laid the foundation for modern Texas. He eats at a local meat market making over a dozen types of sausage, interviews a baker who lives in a stone castle, and learns the art of blacksmithing with a local “cowboy.”

Chet explores one of Texas’s most beautiful and primitive parks. He hikes to scenic overlooks, dives to the bottom of caves, swims in the spring-fed pools, and fishes the flowing river. Finish it up with BBQ at a local general store and it’s a great trip.

Chet heads to East Texas where he visits a town named after the hero of the Alamo. He visits the springs where Davy drank and explores the National Forest named in his honor. He strolls the Spanish “El Camino Real” and stands in awe of ancient Indian mounds.

Chet heads back to Waco ten years after his first episode to see how much the town has changed. He visits the Magnolia Silos, explores the Mammoth Site, and flies 20 feet in the air off a new water slide.

Chet explores the wild mountains of West Texas with a trip to its highest point (Mt. Livermore). He eats at the historic Indian Lodge, drives the famous Scenic Loop, and polishes it all off at a local bistro.

Chet visits this Hill Country town where he tours James Avery’s jewelry factory, slides down a dam on the Guadalupe River and enjoys some craft beer from an old house. He sees Stonehenge 2 and finishes it up at a vintage general store.

Chet travels to Lampasas, Texas to experience the art, sculptures, and historic “healing” springs of this North Hill Country town. He eats some authentic German schnitzel, an Elvis-tested milkshake from Storm’s, and some Mexican food by the creek.

Chet and crew travel to a “world famous” back road burger joint. They also look back at some of their favorite and memorable burger meals.

Chet and crew travel to an iconic swimming spot and look back on some of the best swimming holes in Texas.

In one of the roughest parts of Texas lies one of our nicest resorts and best golf courses. It’s also home to an overlooked part of Big Bend that has some of our best adventures.

Chet explores the west side of the capitol city where the hill country begins. Chet goes e-foiling on Lake Austin, art-gazing at Laguna Gloria, bouldering on Bull Creek and enjoys Hawaiian Tex-Mex and classic BBQ cuisine.

Chet heads to the coastal prairie to SCUBA dive with old amusement park rides and visit a fish hatchery turning out millions of Texas Red fish every year. Chet eats a Wagyu meatball sub from an old gas station and enjoy tiki drinks and ramen.

Chet explores the traditions and establishments that truly make the Bayou City what it is. From its 75-year old Famers Market to its wacky Art Car Parade to its beloved Pappas Bros Steakhouse, we explore the iconic parts of H-town.

The "Pie Capital of Texas" is a slice of heaven. Chet starts with pie for breakfast and finishes with Frito pie for dinner. He plays disc golf at the strangest course in Texas, swims in the Blanco River, and learns the history of this railroad town.

Chet shops the "World's Largest Flea Market" with all the junk and junk food he can handle. He drives through an East Texas safari park, eats an amazing burger, and learns about the town's historic renovations.

Chet explores the University of Texas campus and surrounding longhorn favorites. He visits the LBJ Presidential Library and Blanton Museum of Art. He dines on a beloved burger from "Dirty's" and eats at the oldest beer garden in America.

Chet visits the ruins of an abandoned Spanish Fort and the US's Fort McKavett to learn about the battle for the frontier. He swims in the San Saba River and fuels up at a local bakery run by three teenage sisters.

Chet visits the birthplace of US President Eisenhower and explores its expansive Main Street. He learns about the man who saved the European wine industry and visits a local distillery making Cognac in his honor. He swims in Lake Texoma and fills his belly with country catfish.

Chet visits Grand Prairie and discovers some of the best barbeque in Texas, the crew bets on the ponies and finds the perfect hangout spot.

Chet explores the big things that are happening in Florence from ancient rocks to rockets and vineyards. Florence is a small town doing big things!

Albany is home to some big steers and the Fandangle, the oldest outdoor musical in Texas, celebrating the region's pioneer past with unforgettable storytelling and performances.