I was in line for the Port Bolivar to Galveston ferry early one morning to go to work on base. The deck hands unloaded the incoming ferry, and I put my truck in gear in anticipation of moving forward to load the ferry. But we were not directed to load. After a few long minutes…

Surface water temperature up to 69 degrees. The water clarity is good for East Galveston Bay. We finally got a break from the Sea Fog and got to see the Sun, which has made for a great morning to be out on the water. Today the Trout bite was on fire using Salt & Pepper…

Okay, Okay, this is one Beach Bum’s opinion, don’t shoot the messenger. I’ll have to admit, my latest jigsaw puzzle may have taken front row to the TV set. I forced myself along about the 2nd quarter to start paying attention to the game, and especially the ads. I have a couple of favorites; they…

I have always been a big fan of a good old dictionary, mostly because I am the world’s worst speller and I love words and thus look for not only words but for meaning of those words. I went to the dictionary today, to look for how it defined “change”. It is sort of the…

Bolivar’s Journey to Become America’s Favorite Pet In the heartwarming world of pet rescues, few stories are as captivating as that of Bolivar, a resilient dog who overcame abandonment and peril to find his forever home. Bolivar’s journey began on the Bolivar Peninsula in Texas, where he was left behind by his previous owners. For…

The Rollover Recreational Amenities Plan is an exciting development for anglers and outdoor enthusiasts, as construction is now underway for the long-awaited Rollover Pass fishing pier. This project aims to restore fishing opportunities that were lost after the closure of Rollover Pass, a historically popular fishing spot. Key feature of the project is a 1,000-foot-long…

A morning walk turned into a terrifying encounter for High Island resident Amee LeBlanc when a wild hog chased her down the street early Wednesday morning. LeBlanc, who was out walking her black Labrador around 6:30 a.m., was only a block from home when a driver stopped to warn her that a wild hog was…

The golden sands of Crystal Beach are set to welcome a stunning new addition as Villas at Pelican Pass breaks ground. Villas at Pelican Pass marks the third premier community on the Bolivar Peninsula by Ausdauer Development, renowned for its exceptional vision and commitment to luxurious coastal living. This follows the success of its two…

J. Lee Austin, MD My lingering litany of Close Calls would not be complete without at least a mention of those halcyon days spent cruising over waving amber grains, glimmering seas of blue/green beauty and purple mountains’ majesty. While our planes were based in the heart of drowsy east Texas, we flew all over the…

A grand celestial reunion is happening through February, offering skywatchers a rare opportunity to see up to seven planets at once in Earth’s skies. Even the moon will join the cosmic festivities during the first week of the month, making this a must-see event for stargazers of all experience levels. Depending on the date, this…

We all have our favorite spectator sports: baseball, football, tennis, etc. Those just mentioned are also known as team sports. But there are other activities that people like to watch that aren’t sports themselves. Rather, the sporting part of the activity is watching the activity. I call some of these pure spectator sports transportation sports.…

Surface water temperature 58 degrees. The water clarity is good for East Galveston Bay. We finally got a break from the wind and got to see the Sun, which has made for a great time to be out on the water. The majority of our action right now is on or close to the lower…

These days, when I am taking about “Seniors” it is talking or thinking about being a senior citizen, but last week, I got to take part in the other world of seniors! Paul and I attended the Senior Serve dinner at Santa Fe High School. We were asked by Pnut Oliver to come and sit…

A welcome change in the weather has reminded me of how much I love this time of the year. I don’t mind a little cold weather; I really love changes in seasons. I have come to the realization I don’t have enough sweatshirts. My workplace is chilly, I have the heater on as we speak.…

This past Saturday, the Bolivar Arena Association held a lively fundraiser at the Nauti Beaver Hut that brought locals together for a day of fun, food, and friendly competition. The event, a beans and chili cookoff, featured ten talented teams vying for trophies, bragging rights, and the coveted People’s Choice award. Despite the chilly and…

The BionicSwift, created by Festo as part of its Bionic Learning Network, is a revolutionary development in robotics, combining engineering ingenuity with inspiration from nature. This lightweight, agile robotic bird mimics the elegant flight of a swift, providing an extraordinary glimpse into how technology can emulate the complex mechanics of animal locomotion. At the heart…

Wiki Loves Earth is an annual international photographic competition, organized by local Wikimedia chapters, groups, and volunteers across the globe. Participants take pictures of their country’s natural heritage, focusing on sites of national importance or those that are in need of protection. Anyone can join in! For more than a decade, the volunteer-organized Wiki Loves…

By Ed Snyder Just a nibble at first alerted the lady angler to grab her rod to catch what she thought would be but a small fish. Seconds later she was straining and hanging on for dear life screaming for her husband. Quickly racing over to help he grabbed her around the waist, yelling, “HANG…

Many accidents occur every year involving the trailering of boats. There are many things that can go wrong when you are trailering your boat to the ramp and back home again. Accidents occur that lead to injury and even death in some cases. This column will discuss safe trailering. Hopefully you will learn something new…

After the Arctic Blast this past week, we had quite a drop in Surface Water temperatures, however by Saturday Temperatures were back up to 48 degrees. The water clarity is still good for East Galveston Bay considering all the North Winds we have encountered. The low tides have forced us to adjust our target areas,…