Surface water temperature is 82 degrees. Once again, this week we dealt with a good amount of wind, and we shifted our focus towards trout on the protected flats over shell, as well as Open Water Reefs when the wind would allow it. Active bait in the area is important, so if you don’t see…

Music at the beach is great. A little classic rock or country floating on the salt breeze goes hand-in-hand with a cold drink. The problem arises when the group fifty feet to your left is blasting 90s gangsta rap, the group to your right is playing high-tempo techno, and the family directly behind you is…

We attended a wonderful gathering the other day, a little appreciation lunch for the Crab Fest Committee Captains. I think Mark designed it, he was the officiator and a fine one indeed. A sit-down lunch, about 10 tables, was held at a very nice conference room at Margaritaville. A handful of awards were given out.…

From the birth of the nation’s independence to the defining moments of the Civil War and the evolution of American industry and culture, this week reflects the complex and ongoing “nation’s journey” toward democracy and equality. World Compelling articles about the world around us, some unusual and some curious but hopefully all a little bit…

If you take an early morning stroll along Crystal Beach, you usually know what to expect. You’ll probably pass a jogger or two hitting their stride, a few early-rising campers sipping coffee outside their tents, and the usual dedicated fishermen casting lines into the surf, hoping for the big catch of the day. But Monday…

The annual Bolivar Peninsula Golf Cart Poker Run isn’t just about cruising the coast and raising funds; it’s also a showcase for the young artists in our community. The Annual Kids Art Contest gives local students a chance to show off their talents. The contest was open to 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th-grade students attending…

Discover simple and practical ways to get ready for emergencies. This event is open to everyone and there is no fee to attend. Held at Crystal Beach Community Church on Tuesday June 23rd at 5 pm, it’s open to everyone and there’s no charge. This is a great opportunity to pick up useful tips and…

The Annual Bolivar Peninsula Golf Cart Poker Run is one of the most anticipated traditions on the peninsula. Scheduled for Saturday, August 1st, this event is widely known as “the most fun you can have in a golf cart.” But beyond the decorated carts and friendly competition, this run carries a much deeper meaning for…

The deadline to pay the second half of the split payment installment for 2025 property taxes is June 30th.  It is also the deadline to apply for a payment agreement on delinquent taxes to avoid hefty attorney fees from being added.  Contact a Property Tax Specialist at 409-766-2481 to discuss your options before it is…

Those of us who have pets always have a decision to make whenever we go on an outing: whether to leave or bring our pets with us. That decision is often to bring our pets with us, especially in the case of dogs. This column will discuss bringing dogs on recreational boat trips. As you…

Surface water temperature is 81 degrees. The water clarity is not as good in East Galveston Bay as normal, since the storm passed, with less clarity as your progress North. Once again, this week we shifted our focus towards trout on the flats over shell, as well as Open Water Reefs when the wind cooperated.…

It always happens right when the afternoon wind picks up. You decide it’s time to pack up the beach camp, so you walk over to your pop-up canopy tent to collapse the frame. You locate the little plastic “quick-release” button on the metal leg—the one that is supposed to smoothly glide inward so the tent…

I hope all you Dads out there had a wonderful Father’s Day. I guess we’re going to stretch out PawPaw’s Father’s Day, seeing as how all his kids are flitting about the country. Leigh went to Denver and coincidentally, Matthew and family started their Colorado vacay in Breckenridge. Kel and fam were busy at baseball…

From the legal milestones of the mid-20th century to pivotal moments in the American Indian Wars and the birth of modern movements for LGBTQ+ equality, this week reflects the nation’s ongoing evolution. These dates serve as reminders of the pivotal decisions and courageous actions that have fundamentally shaped the American landscape. June 23 June 24…

If you’ve been reading my column here on CrystalBeach.com for a while, you’ve probably seen me write about reverse mortgages before. And if you’re still a skeptic, I get it. The reputation of this product has been dragged through the mud for years, and most of what people think they know about it just isn’t…

Move over, Augusta National. Step aside, Pebble Beach. The most exclusive, high-stakes, and wildly entertaining golf tournament of the summer didn’t take place on manicured country club greens this past Saturday. Instead, it unfolded across two overgrown, borrowed vacant lots in Crystal Beach, Texas. Welcome to the annual BYC Invitational Golf Tournament, an event where wiffle…

The smoke has cleared, the trophies have been handed out, and the numbers are in. This past Saturday, the Bolivar Peninsula community came together in a show of support for the 26th Annual Port Bolivar Volunteer Fire Department (PBVFD) BBQ Cookoff. For over two and a half decades, this annual tradition has stood as a…

Get ready to kick back and enjoy a perfect coastal evening on Friday at Jerry Diaz’s 15th Annual Full Moon Party, 6-10 pm at the washout! This free community event invites you to bring your lawn chairs, a cooler packed with your favorite beverages, and your best “beach” attitude. Jerry Diaz’s signature “Texas Trop Rock” serves…