A relaxed little beach town just waiting to be explored, Port Aransas is the perfect destination for family fun. Discover Texas - Island Style.
Kids, get your fishing poles, bait, and patient spirits because the Hope Devlin Kids Tournament is happening on Saturday July 7.
The winners of the event will receive prizes for their catch! All proceeds will go to the educational programs for the youth of Port Aransas. To register or for more information call 361-749-5814.
Happy Independence Day! All of us in Port Aransas wish you a safe and wonderful holiday!
PORT ARANSAS, Texas (AP) — Pat Farley, 62, kicked rocks outside his uncles' boat-making shop as a 10-year-old, before mustering the courage to go inside — hat in hand — grab a broom and help.
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The Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that we captured the title of "America's Birdiest City" in the Small Coastal City division for the third year in a row.
Utilizing the peak of migration, Port Aransas birders counted 142 different species during the 72 hour window for the competition which was conducted April 28-30. "We have a dedicated group of birders, including a team from our local middle school, who go all out to help Port Aransas win the title. We have great habitat for both wintering and migrating birds which makes a huge difference in our ability to claim this title," stated Joan Holt , coordinator of the count and one of Port Aransas' expert birders.
Nueces County was named the Birdiest Coastal County and Corpus Christi holds the Largest Coastal City Division. "Boasting top awards with both the smallest and largest cities in the #1 County is a huge honor and one that will draw attention to all birding enthusiasts nationally and internationally," stated Ann Bracher Vaughan, president/CEO of the chamber.
If you haven't taken a tour of the Little Chapel on the Hill yet, it's time you experienced this quaint, artistic Port A landmark. Built at the highest spot in town, it was crafted by the sitting Poet Laureate of Texas, Aline Carter, in the 1930's.
Tours are given the first and third weekend of every month, Friday and Saturday at 10 a.m. The inside of the chapel is covered in murals, and light comes in through stained glass windows, creating a surreal and unique atmosphere. To learn more and to see pictures of the chapel, visit chapelonthedunes.com.
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