Around Houston Blog

BIRDERS OF A FEATHER, FLOCK TOGETHER AROUND HOUSTON

Houston and the surrounding areas are a birder's paradise, especially during the fall and spring months when many species begin their annual migrations. In fact, much of the Around Houston area is part of The Great Texas Coastal Birding Trail, a system of hundreds of viewing sites covering more than 40 counties from Beaumont to the Mexican border. Plovers, skimmers, sandpipers, and more can be spotted throughout our coastal Texas region, along with a vast amount of scaled and furry wildlife…

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Three Reasons to Spring Break in the Brazosport Area

The Brazosport Area is a coastal community comprised of Clute, Freeport, Lake Jackson, Quintana and Surfside Beach just 50 miles south of Downtown Houston. Check out three ways you can make the most of your spring break this year! 1.The Beaches Miles of sandy beaches with interesting seashells and marine life make Surfside Beach a perfect retreat for recreational sports, sun worshipers and nature lovers alike. Try to catch your dinner at the Surfside Jetties or Crabbing Pier or feast at one of…

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Four Fun Reasons to Visit the Brazosport Area this Summer

The Brazosport Area is a coastal community comprised of Clute, Freeport, Lake Jackson, Quintana and Surfside Beach just 50 miles south of Downtown Houston. This is your destination if you are looking for sandy beaches and family fun this summer. Surfside Beach Miles of sandy beaches with interesting seashells and marine life make Surfside Beach a perfect retreat for recreational sports, sun worshipers and nature lovers alike. Visitors will find plenty of beach house rentals, restaurants and…

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Four Fun Fishing Spots in the Brazosport Area

The Brazosport area has a number of fishing opportunities for the casual sportsman or the avid angler. The unique location of this area makes different types of fishing possible with relatively easy access. Here are four fun places to catch the big one just a short drive from Houston. Bastrop Bayou Public Fishing Area 590 County Road 476, Freeport, 77541 Fishing from a bank or a small boat is the easiest and most convenient way to fish in this area. This spot on Bastrop Bayou has a 200-foot…

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