Category: News

Oct 06
Celebrating the Winged World

Winners of the 2025 Audubon Photography Awards AnnouncedThe National Audubon Society is thrilled to announce the winners of its 2025 Audubon Photography Awards, marking the 16th year of this spectacular celebration of avian life. This prestigious international competition showcases the extraordinary talent of bird photographers across the Americas, with stunning entries from the United States, […]

Oct 06
Living by the Gulf: Could Proximity to Water Help You Live Longer?

There’s something timeless about coastal life — the salt breeze, the sound of waves, the horizon stretching into forever. But what if it’s more than an aesthetic or emotional draw? Recent research suggests that living near large bodies of water — especially oceans or gulfs — might correlate with greater longevity. Let’s explore what this […]

Oct 06
Scarecrows Take Over at the Bolivar Escape Room

The Bolivar Peninsula got a little more festive last week thanks to a brand-new community tradition — the first-ever Scarecrow Contest, hosted at the Bolivar Escape Room. The idea was brought to Bolivar by Leanne Comeaux, who was inspired by the world-famous Scarecrow Invasion held each year in Meaford, Ontario. Determined to give Bolivar its own fall flair, Comeaux […]

Oct 06
What’s Happening on Bolivar

Check out the upcoming events on Bolivar Peninsula—there’s always something going on! From community gatherings and outdoor adventures, the calendar is packed with fun for everyone. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, don’t miss out on the happenings that make Bolivar Peninsula so special. Mark your calendars and join in the fun! OCTOBER 12 […]

Oct 06
Recreational Boating Safety – Duck Soup, or How to Survive Duck Hunting

Duck soup is slang for an easily accomplished task or assignment. The term is over 100 years old, but it is still applicable today. For this column it has a double meaning, as this column is aimed towards duck hunters in particular. The assigned task is to come back home safe and sound, and that […]

Oct 06
Captain Jeff Brandon Fishing Report

Surface water temperature 82 degrees. The water clarity is still very good for the majority of East Galveston Bay. The past few days our morning trips have started out with East to NE winds, and slightly cooler temps, making our early morning boat rides much more enjoyable. With some pretty stiff winds, and the higher […]

Oct 06
Sweet Maezy Grace

Not sure if you noticed, but there wasn’t a Sand Bucket last week, No Leigh, there wasn’t a Crab Trap either. It’s been a difficult couple of weeks; I can’t tell if it’s getting any better either. She spoiled us rotten, so we returned the favor time and time again. She was rewarded with 4 […]

Oct 06
This Week In History

This week in history encompasses monumental events ranging from the dawn of sustained European contact with the Americas and the establishment of the U.S. Navy to the start of the War in Afghanistan and a major political upheaval in California. Notable disasters include the devastating Great Chicago Fire and the Kashmir earthquake, while significant cultural […]

Sep 29
Autumn Tactics for Big Specks: Unlocking the Texas Coast

Learn how to fish for specks, AKA spotted seatrout, from the host of the Speckled Truth Podcast. This free online webinar will provide info on how to prepare and fish for Spotted Seatrout on the Texas coast during the fall. Late summer and fall on the Texas coast can provide anglers great weather and exciting […]

Sep 29
Texas Crab Festival Charities Announces New Name: Bolivar Peninsula Charities

Bolivar Peninsula, TX — Texas Crab Festival Charities, the nonprofit organization behind one of the Peninsula’s most beloved annual events, is proud to announce a new name that reflects its broader mission and year-round impact: Bolivar Peninsula Charities. “Our legacy began with the Texas Crab Festival, but our impact now reaches far beyond a single […]