Came here for the Sand Dollar Art and Gift Extravaganza. Good sized building, with easy to find…read morerestrooms, which had plenty of stalls and were clean and stocked.

Located off of US 77 about 6 miles North of Sinton, Texas, this stone marker is set under a tree…read moreand represents this historical site well. The inscription is weathered but is still legible up close. Welder Ranch. Original homesite and Mexican land grant of Don Felipe Roque de la Portillo and wife Maria Ignacia de la Garza spanish empresario in Texas 1807-1812 forerunner of Stephen F. Austin founder of San Marcos de Neve 1807 joined irish colony of Col. James Power and James Hewetson 1828 received mexican land grant at this site 1834 daughter Maria Dolores de la Portilla married Col. James Power 1832 and had two children Dolores and James Power, Jr. after Dolores died 1836 Col. James Power married her sister Maria Tomasa de la Portilla and had five children. 1850 ranch of John Welder and wife Dolores Power daughter of Col. James Power and Dolores de la Portilla Power. Col. James Power was an empresario and soldier signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence and the Republic of Texas constitution John Welder came to America from Bavaria with his father Franz Welder 1830 landed at Copano 1833 with Beales and Grant Colony oldest son of John Welder and wife Dolores Power John J. Welder married Eliza Hughes daughter of Patrick Hughes Ireland to Texas 1852 Capt. in confederate army wife Elizabeth Traylor daughter of Winn Traylor Texas land grant 1840 this land still owned and ranched by descendants of these great texans.

When my brother was driving us back home from Corpus Christi, the radio dj was going on and on…read moreabout this bridge drama. I thought surely she wasn't talking about the brand new one that was next to the Harbor Bridge - SH181 I drove us across to get to the ferry. Sure enough, that was the one. It had a crack in it. Brand new bridge. Never had traffic on it, but apparently the crack was superficial because they had traffic on it starting today (June 28, 2025). Goodbye old bridge. I guess you weren't tall enough. Not wide enough for the growing coastal city. But you sure were a good one! Traffic always moved fast when I crossed this bridge. Loved the views. Loved the way it used to look. Here's info on the new bridge: https://harborbridgeproject.com/

We took this bridge from a couple times from downtown Corpus Christi to North Beach. This is an…read moreold bridge, it was opened to traffic in 1959. I love the arch and all the metal work. We never went across it at night, but in 2011, they added LED lighting system. It would have been cool to see it at night, but the opportunity never arose. You can view this bridge from so many places! We saw it from the Texas State Aquarium and the USS Lexington on the North Beach side. I'm afraid to report that this bridge is now being replaced with a taller bridge. So tall in fact, that it will be built above the current bridge. It will look very different and modern, a bridge with strands of cables . The new bridge will allow larger ships to pass under it. After the completion of this new bridge, the current one will be demolished. That is what I've read.

Hooray for firemen! The Fulton Volunteer Fire Department is…read morestaffed with champions and heroes. These guys and gals perform such heroic feats on a regular basis. They are all volunteer- looking out for the good of this seaside community. After the Hurricane, these guys saved countless lives, rescuing people from all kinds of dangerous situations. They undergo vigorous training to make sure that their skills are top-notch. The Fulton Volunteer Fire Department also organizes the Fulton Oyster Festival! Many thanks to the Fulton Volunteer Fire Department for helping to keep the Rockport / Fulton area safe. They don't just stick to Fulton- they go out to Rockport and Igleside as well, when needed. They're on call 24/7/365. You know the number.

You can tell it's had work done: it's nice being in nature and all: it's a beautiful day here in…read moreRockport .

We had to find this Oak Tree. It's been around for about 1,000 years. It's survived many…read morehurricanes and lived through the history of this area. If only it could talk! A fence has been put around it to protect the roots. We enjoyed reading the history of the tree. It's quite astonishing that this tree is so old and probably still has many years of life left in it.

As part of our Selena-themed trip, we drove from San Antonio to Corpus Christi, and the Selena…read moreMemorial Statue was our second stop. We were excited to visit this tribute to such an iconic artist, and it was well worth the visit. When we arrived, we were able to find parking close to the memorial, making it easy to access. As we walked up, we could hear Selena's music playing through the speakers, along with information about her life and career. It really helped create a meaningful and memorable experience. The statue itself is beautiful and sits under a gazebo, allowing visitors to walk all the way around it. There are plaques and inscriptions that share more about Selena's legacy, and we enjoyed taking the time to read them and reflect on her impact. This is also a fantastic spot for photos. The memorial's location along the Gulf Coast adds to the atmosphere, providing beautiful views and a peaceful setting that complements the tribute perfectly. Whether you're a lifelong Selena fan or simply visiting Corpus Christi, this memorial is definitely worth stopping by. It's a beautiful way to honor her legacy and a great place to spend some time taking in both the history and the scenery. "Siempre en nuestros corazones."

Such a lovely memorial to pay tribute to a talent taken far too soon. In addition to the statue,…read morethe sculpture has inscriptions with information about Selena, quotes, etc. Everything is house in a lovely pavilion right on the bay in Corpus. A recording also plays with a woman narrating information and facts about Selena. It's not only a beautiful piece of art but educational as well.

Yay for first responders! This is one of the bravest fire…read moredepartments I've ever heard of. When faced with Hurricane Harvey, a class 4 hurricane bringing 155+ wind gusts, the City of Rockport was in trouble. But this fire department sprang into action- with bravery and strength- they came out and rescued people whose homes had been destroyed. They helped save people who were trapped under fallen trees, collapsed roofs, toppled walls and many other calamities! This fire department is all volunteer- available at any time to help. It was founded in 1885 when a local resident, Sam Smith donated a carriage, a chemical tank, and $1500 to start up the fire department. They now have over fifty volunteers who utilize an impressive array of equipment to help out the community. They have a bunch of powerful fire trucks, a fleet of ladders, and other lifesaving technology. I enjoyed how in the aftermath of the hurricane, they lifted their tallest ladder with the American Flag hanging down to show the solidarity with the residents of Rockport. If you wanna volunteer- go drop by HQ- they'll help you out.

The largest Blue Crab in the world! It's 27' wide, and weighs over a half ton!…read more Everything is bigger in Texas. This crab guards the entrance of the Rockport Beach, one of the finest beaches in Texas. Rockport is known for its seafood that they catch here. The blue crab is one of them! Rockport previously had another crab statue that was on top of a seafood restaurant. It lived there from the 1950's to about the 1970's when it fell into disrepair due to hurricane damage. However, in 2012, artist David Allgood unveiled a bigger better crab. Rockport is really into the arts, and this is a great example! It's across the street from a sculpture garden, and compliments the area nicely! Don't worry, this statue doesn't say anything about the disposition of people from Rockport, they're friendly! The funny thing about this crab is that it's a hermaphrodite. It is a male crab with female claws.

As my family and I pulled into Rockport we were greeted by the amazing art sculpture. Such a cool…read moreplace for a photo opportunity. If ever in Rockport stop and check out the Big Blue Crab.