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Sharon Reynolds - The Reserve at St. Charles Bay - Thursday, July 02, 2009
Sharon Reynolds - The Reserve at St. Charles Bay - Thursday, July 02, 2009
Here is there website: http://www.StCharlesBay.com read more ...

TT - Sunset Bay - Saturday, June 20, 2009
When is this elusive fishing pier going to be built? Also, I thought the roads were going to be of high quality...they are nothing more than asphalt/gravel with poor curb construction. read more ...

MJ Olsen - The Reserve at St. Charles Bay - Thursday, June 04, 2009
The Reserve at St. Charles is located in Lamar off Park Rd 13. The project has its "boardwalk" complete a wonderful wide walking path that winds along the St. Charles Bay. If you have not taken a drive out to this development lately... do so and check out the progress.  read more ...

MJ Olsen - The Preserve - Thursday, June 04, 2009
Did you know that The Preserve is a certified Texas Wildlife Backyard Wildlife Habitat? The Preserve is a gated community designed to provide for the preservation of native habitat and “green belts” featuring large oak trees, freshwater wetlands. The Preserve centers around a 12.5 acre Texas Prairie Wetland Project for wintering waterfowl. A 175 acre residential community located on the North end of the Live Oak peninsula. Visit www.tpwd.state.tx.us/huntwild/wild/wildscapes for more information about creating your backyard wildscape. Check out 29 Osprey - this 2.428 lot is for sale.  read more ...

Bridget Sears - Sunset Bay - Tuesday, May 26, 2009
I am trying to get someone from the Homeowners Assc. to contact me in regards to maintainence fees. I am looking for a phone number to get in touch with them in person. Kelly flanagan please contact me. Thank You.
P.S. I bought 2 beautiful bay front lots. I have lot2 block 3 for sale at a reduced price so we can begin to build on the other. It is the cheapest bayfront lot in SunSet Bay> Price $115.00 Great opportunity for interested buyer searsbridget@yahoo.com read more ...

Ray - Sailhouse - Monday, May 25, 2009
How much are these cottages selling for? read more ...

Bridget Sears - Sunset Bay - Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Please send me a bill for the 2009 maintenance fees. I wuold like to reqest a phone call or e-mail reguarding this situation. searsbridget@yahoo.com. 103 sunrise drive. read more ...

Bridget Sears - Sunset Bay - Tuesday, May 19, 2009
I am selling lot 2.it is the lowest priced lot on the bay. We are selling it so that we can begin building on another lot right down from it. $150,00 before the 31st of May. Contact Lynn Jhonson Reality. Rockport, Texas It is a beautiful place. Redfish fish camp WILL eventually disappear. read more ...

Sunset Bay Lot Owner - Sunset Bay - Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Redfish Camp needs to go bye bye. It's disgusting. It used to be a brothel. Sometimes it appears like it still is with the people I've seen come and go from the "motel". The owner was CRAZY not to take the offer that Sunset Bay offered him. I'm sure he has no insurance. God forbid a hurricane strike. He would have regrets. read more ...

Belbo - Iron Gator Patio Homes - Friday, April 17, 2009
Buy in a safe, finest resort in the Coastal Bend, right here in Aransas Pass. Place to buy and the place to stay and play your game - Golf. Super resort! read more ...

Wayne - The Reserve at St. Charles Bay - Wednesday, April 15, 2009
My wife and I drove out to the end of the concrete street on the bayfront. I was impressed by the extent and size of the landscaping being done. This is a "first rate" project. 4-11-2009 read more ...

Sam Gianukos - Sailhouse - Saturday, April 11, 2009
We do allow the clients the ability to modify their floor plans within reason.  read more ...

john craig - The Reserve at St. Charles Bay - Wednesday, April 08, 2009
no comments in almost 2 yrs? is this place still
a go? if so what's pricing like? is this now something called the boardwalk? read more ...

jagrinoch75 - Pegasus Bay - Wednesday, April 08, 2009
what do you do with a boat if you can,t afford
one of the half mil lots? read more ...

Chris - Iron Gator Patio Homes - Thursday, April 02, 2009
Under new management, new owners are doing superb job. Great place to see and stay and get ready to play golf! Prices are fantastic for this type of of resort. Superb place ! read more ...

Jonathan - Sunset Bay - Tuesday, March 31, 2009
My wife and I drove through the subdivisions the other day and notice some yellow signs on telephone poles located on the neighboring undeveloped acreage. I believe the signs read "Palm Harbor". Is something in the wrks to be developed there? read more ...

RElady - Sailhouse - Monday, March 30, 2009
It's too bad the developers would not let you design your own floorplan. And it's fee simple, something people in TX are not in favor of. read more ...

Tim - Rockport Texas Property Taxes - Monday, March 30, 2009
Very interesting. At some point in my future I do plan to move back to Texas and sometimes the realtors don't tell the whole story. Thanks read more ...

Kelly Flanagan - Sunset Bay - Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Re: Chuck Williams
Chuck...Yes, you should receive a notice in the mail. They were mailed out 3/23/2009. read more ...

Heather - Iron Gator Patio Homes - Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Everything is NEW, many of you should come visit us, I am the manager here and am here everyday. I feel this place is a great place to build your future, Please check out Southern Oaks Luxury Rv Park/Golf on our websight at sorvpark.com Remember we are new NOT OLD Thank you all! Heather read more ...

chuck williams - Sunset Bay - Sunday, March 15, 2009
Have the 2009 maintenance dues for Sunset Bay been sent out yet? I am a property owner and have not received the bill yet. read more ...

Sam Gianukos - Sailhouse - Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Things are moving along at Sailhouse. We will be starting construction on the pool and pool house next week. We currently have 6 houses at different phases of construction. We will be starting 2 carriage houses next week. I am working on floor plans for the large houses on the front row should have something available by the end of the month.


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Ray - Sunset Bay - Thursday, March 05, 2009
Has there been any recent update to the development. The last time I drove by I noticed a really nice home being built. I was wondering when the park and fishing pier were going to be built. read more ...

Melissa R. - Lamar Pointe Preserve - Monday, January 12, 2009
Jan '09 - My husband & I built our custom home here in Lamar Pointe Preserve. It is exactly the calm and friendly area we expected when we bought our lots about two years ago. It reminded me of old Florida a little with the live oak trees and the incredibly scenic drive over the bay. We moved from "the Island" in Corpus Christi and are very glad to be living in a county and area where our tax dollars appear to bring real results. Our insurance rates dropped quite a bit too. We are both from smaller cities/towns are are very content with the attitude of the folks in the Rockport area. This small town atomosphere boasts things such as: the majority of people drive like sane folks (very unlike Corpus) and a good degree of politeness and happiness overall. I actually enjoy going to the grocery store again! Eventhough there are only 7 neighbors for now, we couldn't imagine a nicer group of folks. We'll miss the original Developer and we were a little in awe at how the new developers have spent the last 2 months doing the fine detailing & even more clearing of the property. Although this new gentrified look has scared off some of the wildlife (deer were normal visitors in my yard), it is still a wonderful place, and full of the treasures of this rare and beautiful Lamar penninsula. I understand the new developer wants to make the covenants a little more restrictive to make sure there will be more higher-end custom homes being built. That would be ok with me...I think people who want a smaller home can still make it work (especially knowing today's standards for a smaller home actually means quite nice.) If you want to find a quiet place with close-knit neighbors... I'd give it a second look. Happy New Year!  read more ...

Ken Manfredi - La Salle - Monday, January 05, 2009
This project is going into new management. I know that it will be more user friendly now.  read more ...

Paul Harrrison - Iron Gator Patio Homes - Saturday, November 29, 2008
The Golf Course has two new owners and is coming along fine. I'm sure they would like to meet you. I have 6 acres next door for sale and looking forward to seeing the coarse finished. read more ...

Debbie Decker - Lamar Pointe Preserve - Friday, November 14, 2008
This looks affordable and possbly a great place for future retirement. Hope the neighborhood will keep up - if not, it's doomed.  read more ...

Lee Couch, REALTOR, Coldwell Banker The Ron Brown Co. - Sea Oaks Village - Thursday, November 06, 2008
I have a beautiful new home under construction listed in Sea Oaks Village for $179,000. Will be complete the end of Nov. Also a lot for $29,000.
Check my web site at www.texasbeachbuys.com for info. and pics. read more ...

Lee Couch, REALTOR, Coldwell Banker The Ron Brown Co. - Sunset Bay - Thursday, November 06, 2008
I have a one acre lot listed at 122 Sunrise Dr. for $79,000. Great bay views.  read more ...

Julian "Kiki" DeAyala - The Islands of Rockport - Tuesday, November 04, 2008
I am the developer. We are scheduled to receive or Permit from the Corps in the next 30-45 days. We have satisfied all their requests. As far as construction, we hope to commence 60-80 days from the time we recieve our permit. This should mean a alte February start date with a 10 months construction schedule. As far as financial capabilities, please visit www.deayalaproperties.com. I have started and completed over 75 million in projects. read more ...

Sam gianukos - Sailhouse - Sunday, October 26, 2008
Sailhouse is underway. They currently have two models to view. There are 5 houses under construction with 2 more starting the last week of October. They have 1 unit sale pending to a couple from Kentucky for a 2nd home. The 700' pier is complete. In the next few weeks the amenities on the beach will begin. I believe that Sailhouse will be the best development in the Rockport, Port Aransas area in both pricing and detail. Check out the web site at Sailhouse.com

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howard - Sunset Bay - Saturday, October 11, 2008
no i dont have a lab at redfish camp..hahaha..im a superintendent for a oil and gas company.we have all the resources there. i moved here to try and reopen the camp but we are having trouble with the owner.thought it would be a nice place cleaned up.a gold mine ha haha. read more ...

mavis larson - Iron Gator Patio Homes - Tuesday, October 07, 2008
A lot has happened since I first made that comment about Gator.......thank god we got our money back, since it doesn't look like that park will ever get completed. read more ...

M Rimer - Iron Gator Patio Homes - Tuesday, October 07, 2008
Who is Bob Law and what else has he done. I was looking forward to having a nice park like that in Aransas Pass read more ...

C.M. Mayer - Aransas Pass National Wildlife Refuge is Part of the National Pass System - Saturday, October 04, 2008
I woulk like to see some pictures of windswept live oak trees in your area read more ...

KF - Sunset Bay - Sunday, September 21, 2008
The Sherwin Alumina Company, formerly Reynolds Metals Company in Gregory, has produced alumina for more than 50 years beginning in 1953.
The "red mud lakes" across Port Bay are the disposal sites for the bauxite residue from the plant process and are active. These disposal ponds and dry beds will be there forever and will be active as long as the plant is producing alumina.
They are now using an technique called "Dry-Stacking" to manage and lessen the impact of Bauxite Residue on the environment using these disposal impoundments.
For more information you can contact:
Tom Ballou
DOE - Sherwin Alumina
(361) 777-2352  read more ...

jb - Sunset Bay - Saturday, September 20, 2008
You said you checked the stuff out of the alumina drying beds at work and found them 'costic'. I'm assuming you mean caustic. You said, earlier, that you work at the Redfish Camp. You have equipment to test the chemical content of the drying beds at the Redfish camp? And you've tested the water there, as well? So even though, on Google Earth at 28°00'32.67"N - 97°10'09.17"W, the 'beds' seem to be pretty full of liquid and one of them appears to have erroded on the SE side closest to the bay, you are absolutely certain that the slag they dump in the 'beds' creates no seepage into the bay at all? I heard the beds have been there for over 50 years. Is that correct? Where could I find out more information about their environmental impact, besides, of course, at Redfish Camp's lab. read more ...

howard - Sunset Bay - Wednesday, September 17, 2008
what do you want to know about the drying beds?they are from alcoa and they are checked daily for spills .the chemicals it the tank are said to be none toxic .but i know that it still contains costic traces in it being i took sample and checked it at work.theres not realy enough to hurt any thang unless it was in a very large amount. it dosent seem to afect the fishung around here cause its awsome. theres no trace of costic in the bay around tha beds.if any other questions ???? read more ...

Bill Jackson - Iron Gator Patio Homes - Monday, September 15, 2008
Southern Oaks Luxury RV Resort Scam Scam Scam Scam -- Save your cash! Bob Law is behind it and he never finishes anything just keeps pulling people in and taking the loot!  read more ...

Bob Olson - Iron Gator Patio Homes - Monday, September 15, 2008
Its all smoke! Change the name but not the crap! They are still not going to make it a place I would want to stay save your money and buy in a safe resort!  read more ...

trudy becker - The Islands of Rockport - Sunday, September 14, 2008
Has the corp of engineers approved all the permits needed to dredge out the canals?
Isn't the land considered wet lands? How are
these going to be mitigated? Is there any bird nesting? I was told that enviromentally, that
no other permits would be granted after 2003?
When are the road and constructions happening? Could I see the permits? read more ...

VST - Sunset Bay - Saturday, September 13, 2008
We drove over to check on the area because of the storm and high tides. Sunset Bay seems to have faired well, water is high but never over any of the roads. Some of the ditches and caverns have standing water but no visible issues or problems read more ...

JB - Sunset Bay - Friday, September 12, 2008
Does anyone know anything about the alumina drying beds that are close by that subdivision?  read more ...

A new innovation in watercraft seen in Rockport - Thursday, September 11, 2008
http://www.flatstalker.com/dealers/ read more ...

Kenya - A new innovation in watercraft seen in Rockport - Thursday, September 11, 2008
Not sure if there are rental places out there but here is a link to the dealers in Texas. read more ...

KF - Sunset Bay - Sunday, September 07, 2008
We are waiting for permit approval from Corp Of Engineers which should be very soon and start construction on the fishing pier. Initially the pier will not have lighting but lighting is being planned to be installed. The pier will be accessed by Sunset Bay property owners only.
The fishing pond with fountain is currently under construction in common area.
The park area plans are being developed, so the park area will be very basic for now.  read more ...

Ray - Sunset Bay - Sunday, September 07, 2008
Does anyone know when the time frame for the community park area will be finished? Will the fishing pier be lighted? read more ...

JB - Sunset Bay - Saturday, September 06, 2008
Does anyone know anything about the alumina drying beds that are close by that subdivision?  read more ...

Kelly Flanagan - Sunset Bay - Saturday, September 06, 2008
This is to inform everyone that Sunset Bay subdivision is now under control of the Property Owners Association of Sunset Bay. The Sunset Bay Board of Directors have been elected and are managing the property. We are absolutely dedicated to developing, maintaining the quality of the property, and a community in which we all can enjoy and be proud of.
I would be more than happy to answer any questions about Sunset Bay.
Kelly Flanagan
President
Property Owners Association of Sunset Bay
Please send inquiries to:

Property Owners Association of Sunset Bay
P. O. Box 5456
Victoria, Tx 77903

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Kelly - Sunset Bay - Saturday, September 06, 2008
Yes, the Sunset Bay Property Owners Association would really like to see the Redfish Camp cleaned up. The old restaurant needs to go as wellas all the misc junk visible from the road.
Sunset Bay is gong to be a very nice subdivision and we would like for Redfish Camp to be a good neighbor and clean up as we will probably be using the boat ramp as well as buying bait and things from the store. It would be a positive note for everyone concerned.
I will be stopping by to visit with Jack just to meet him and introduce myself.
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Cynthia W. - Lamar Pointe Preserve - Friday, September 05, 2008
I like the style of the homes and the area, beautiful oak trees! The homes seem quite different though. I would like to see more affordable pricing for the quality of the homes. The outside of the homes are nice, but the interiors lack all the "bells and whistles".  read more ...

Annette Novominsky - Downtown master plan, ED study guide future - Sunday, August 24, 2008
I hope any development in the downtown area will address handicap accessibility. As it is many of the businesses are not accessible to those in wheelchairs or scooters due to a step at the entry. This is such an easy fix, yet sadly has not been addressed. I have heard via the grapevine that downtown parking is due to be changed. Please remember that unloading wheelchair passengers from the rear of vans into a lane of oncoming traffic is a hazard to all and provide enough handicap parking. We love Rockport ..... don't lose it's charm but please improve access. read more ...

howard - Sunset Bay - Tuesday, August 12, 2008
me and my wife have taken over the redfish camp next to sunset bay .sorry it looks like junk but its true the owner loves to colect junk.we are haveing a hard time convincing him it looks like crap he says it looks fine like it is ,we are fighting with him and we are cleaning it up.it's taking a while so be patint we are improving the ramp and are reopening the motel and have two condos we are finnishing.got the store open.and bait house .the sewer is all checked out and know it dosent go into the bay.if you can help us covince the owner it looks like crap we can get it done faster thank. if you have any quistions just stop by. read more ...

Janet Domazet, REALTOR - Sunset Bay - Saturday, August 09, 2008
I am listing 7 ac for 85,900 today. It's at the 1st entrance off of 188 coming from IH-35. It's going to be a very nice subdivision. Already has the first house being built. read more ...

Johnie Crocker - A new innovation in watercraft seen in Rockport - Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Any place to rent them near Port O'Conner, Port Arransas or even all the way from Victoria to Corpus? read more ...

m - La Salle - Saturday, July 19, 2008
Pricing? Floor plans? HOA? As usual, nice pictures, no information! read more ...

m - Sailhouse - Saturday, July 19, 2008
So where exactly in Rockport? How much? Floor plans? Any built yet? Models? read more ...

m - Sailhouse - Saturday, July 19, 2008
So where exactly in Rockport? How much? Floor plans? Any built yet? Models? read more ...

JimS - Sunset Bay - Tuesday, June 17, 2008
Nice property look forward towards visiting. read more ...

Walter C. - Lamar Pointe Preserve - Monday, June 09, 2008
Toured the homes that were just built, was not impressed at all, for the price they are asking the builders could of added some nicer features/higher quality. The area is real nice though. read more ...

Kathy W. - Lamar Pointe Preserve - Sunday, April 13, 2008

Looks like a nice place for a home in the Rockport area - affordable and good restrictions in place. Not everyone can afford waterfront and this is a good compromise. read more ...

John McCullough - Iron Gator Patio Homes - Tuesday, April 01, 2008
Any news on if this project will ever be completed? I was very interested in buying here, but like everything else in Aransas Pass, seems to have gone up in smoke. read more ...

Wm McNeil - The Islands of Rockport - Saturday, March 01, 2008
What other areas has the company developed? How is the company set up? Will they provide any financial information showing they have the capital to develop this new area? What are the various target dates for each phase?  read more ...

Jason Haynes - Sunset Bay - Thursday, January 31, 2008
Sunset Bay is directly on Hwy 188 at Redfish Camp. The development has it's own water supply (reverse osmosis), electricity, and as a home owner, you would need an aerobic septic system. The sales trailer is gone because the developers sold all lots available within the development. Sales that are now available are for resale. We have a number of these for sell and are listed on our site under "Sunset Bay". I also have a few nice aerials showing the area and surroundings. Fishing is excellent in the area, by the way. My grandmother fished there her entire life. read more ...

john - Sunset Bay - Sunday, January 27, 2008
check out an alternative development in rockport (not bay front, but close). Phase 3 may be close to available

http://www.rockporttxpreserve.com/ read more ...

The Islands of Rockport - Wednesday, January 23, 2008
The Islands of Rockport development project will encompass an area along the Texas Coast in Rockport that is comprised of private, upscale homes built within and around Venetian style waterways with private boat ramps for each individual home. The development is located directly across “Estes Flats” and “Redfish Bay”, and on the intra-coastal waterway lending itself to both flats fishing and easy access to the gulf for deep sea fishing.

In addition, its close proximity to downtown Rockport provides easy access to the area’s fine dining and shopping. The development includes features such as a spacious clubhouse, infinity pool, quality Architectural Guidelines, lush landscaping and dramatic gated entry to enhance the “Resort” aspect of the project.

The Islands of Rockport reached 60% sell-out within the first six weeks of project announcement. With lot sizes ranging from 8,000 to 20,000 square feet, the private gated community will feature resort type amenities such as a private and spacious clubhouse, beautifully landscaped lagoon pool, children’s playground and private boat ramps. Lot prices range from the $180’s to the $630’s.
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et - Sunset Bay - Tuesday, January 08, 2008
I purchased a 1 acre bayfornt lot in Sept 07.
My dad has property in Rockport and has fished this area for many years. He saids it great for RedFish. I purchased the lot as an investment. Not really a fishing guy, so if anyone is interested in buying a 1 acre lot, please reply.
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Marie - Sunset Bay - Monday, December 31, 2007
I was at the Sunset Bay location yesterday. The road was open and we saw several sites for sale that looked very nice. We did not find the information center for Sunset Bay.

The information about the buildings down the road are correct. I know nothing about the spetic conditions. I will agree with the person that wrote that it would be best to check out the conditions when it is raining.

My husband and I have been going to a favorite hotel for years. Several years ago we had a family reunion there. It rained most of the time and the roads were under water at the hotel.

Marie read more ...

Anthony K. - Lamar Pointe Preserve - Wednesday, December 19, 2007
I look forward to retiring there in about 10-15 years, glad I already have property there. I like the fact it has good restrictions. It will be one of the nicest places in all the Rockport area. See you by the bay!! read more ...

Roland Garcia - Palms of Ridge Harbor - Friday, November 16, 2007
Hello Wesley,
I like the aireal view, really gives a better perspective of how sits in relation to the surrounding. Regards, Roland read more ...

Jennifer - Barge Hotel Shows Passengers a Whooping Good Time - Thursday, October 25, 2007
While interesting and appealing to persons with a slower pace, I'm not certain that barge travel would be something that would interest me personally. But I am glad to see some innovations. Kudos to them for giving it a go. read more ...

Linda Gregg - Lamar Pointe Preserve - Monday, October 22, 2007
I currently live on North Padre Island on the water and take can't wait to retire in Lamar Pointe Reserve. This will be a nice place to "chill" in our older years. Great fishing without paying the ridiculous waterfront insurance and taxes.  read more ...

Jeffrey Owen - Rockport: Hidden Gem Of The Texas Coast - Friday, October 12, 2007
That is very true I spent some time down there last summer. I was very surprised how nice Rockport was!

Keep it coming!


Jeffrey Owen
Owner/Chief Home Inspector
IonHomeInspection.com
Houston, The Woodlands, Katy, Sugar Land Home Inspections read more ...

The Rockport/Fulton Hummer/Bird Celebration 2007 Is Almost Here! - Wednesday, October 10, 2007
The sight of a hummingbird zooming into a backyard, magically hovering in midair, dipping into a flower for a sip of nectar and zipping away — all within 10 or 15 seconds — usually draws the same delighted reaction: “Did you see that?”

But if seeing just one hummingbird is a thrill, imagine watching a few hundred at one time. For several weeks in September, as thousands upon thousands of ruby-throated hummingbirds pass through towns near the Gulf of Mexico in their fall migration, thousands of people gather to watch them. Visitors flock to nature centers and backyards to watch the frenzy at the hummingbird feeders, and organized festivals offer speakers, workshops and hummingbird-themed goods to buy. Participants see large numbers of these tiny metallic-green birds up close and can learn one amazing thing after another about them.

While large numbers of hummingbirds make their way to winter habitats in South and Central America by hugging the coastline, others take an express route across the Gulf of Mexico. The nonstop flight can be more than 500 miles long and last up to 20 hours, sobering numbers if you’re 3.5 inches long, weigh slightly more than a penny and have little or no ability to glide, eaglelike, on strong winds. To pull off this marathon, the birds must first fatten up. (Remarkably, they have the ability to double their body weight in 7 to 10 days.) Hummingbird enthusiasts happily oblige by hanging feeders filled with sugar water, the next best thing to flower nectar.

“People who visit the houses get really excited to see so many birds at once,” said Ernie Edmundson, an organizer for the 19th annual Hummer/Bird Celebration, in Rockport, Texas, about 30 miles northeast of Corpus Christi. “Some people camp out all day.”

Edmundson is one of two dozen volunteers who will open their Rockport-area properties to the public for four days starting Thursday. She expects to hang 8 to 10 feeders and, during peak activity, refill them all twice a day. “Sometimes we’ll have close to 1,000 birds in a single day,” she said.

Lamar Story, the chairman of the Rockport event, said he went through 40 pounds of sugar last year during the two-month-long hummingbird migration, which starts in mid-August and tapers off to a few stragglers by mid-October. At peak season, his yard is full of the birds. “It sounds like you’re standing in the middle of a beehive,” he said. “The birds will be buzzing all around you.”

Despite the undeniable cuteness of ruby-throated hummingbirds (only the male has the red throat), story reports that they pack a serious mean streak. “I have seen really aggressive ones chase others off the feeder clear out of sight,” he said.

They are also curious. “They’ll come right up to you and hover right in front of your face to check you out,” Story said. One bird couldn’t take his eyes off a flower-patterned hat worn by a woman visiting his yard. “That bird nearly landed on her head,” he said, “it was so interested in the flowers.”

Rockport’s festival will include speakers and seminars at the local high school about birds of prey, dragonflies and wildlife-attracting landscaping. Vendors will sell hummingbird-themed T-shirts, jewelry and decorative feeders. Festivals in Holly Springs, Miss., and Lake Jackson, Texas, will have similar events.

At the Folsom Hummingbird Festival, in Folsom, La., Jim Mizell said visitors to his farm will see not only hummingbirds but butterflies as well, including monarchs, which are also heading south.

Madge Lindsay, director for Audubon Mississippi, is based at the Strawberry Plains Audubon Center and has watched the hummingbird migration year after year. “It never gets old,” she said. “The looks of disbelief on people’s faces when they see so many birds in the gardens and at the feeders is priceless.” read more ...

sb - Sunset Bay - Thursday, October 04, 2007
The property is on the back part of Port Bay, way back from Copano Bay and just north of 188. The signs they put up fell apart just after completion but have been replaced with better one. I never see anyone out there and they have a trailer set up for sales, but no one there? I don't see any development of any properties, but they have put in limestone roads and put down some oil on these. They always have the entrances roped off so I don't know how anyone even ask's about any property. As for the fish camp, it's been there for a long time and people here in Rockport do fish, not just sit around and look at property or the water all day, so I don't think it's going away anytime soon. Yes, it's "junky" especially for yuppies. I suggest that someone buys it and turns it into a decent boat ramp and cleans it up.
My best advice to anyone interested in this property is look at the multiple listings in the area and then drive around and actually look at the property before buying. The best time to look is right after it rains so you can see what and where it floods. read more ...

The Rockport/Fulton Hummer/Bird Celebration 2007 Is Almost Here! - Wednesday, September 19, 2007
September is prime time for ruby-throated hummingbirds at backyard feeders in Georgia. Hordes of the tiny, southbound birds are stopping at feeders to sip their weight in nectar and store enough energy to fuel their perilous journeys to winter grounds in Mexico and Central America.

So, it's not surprising that we get many questions this time of year about feeding these little flying jewels. Here are some recent reader questions and the answers from various experts:

Q: What is the best food to put in hummingbird feeders?

A: The tried-and-true solution is four parts water to one part sugar. If you're using regular granulated sugar, bring the mixture to a boil so that the sugar melts in the water. Let it cool before putting it in the feeders. Superfine sugar will dissolve easily in cold water. There's no need to add a red dye — the red color of the feeders is enough to attract the little birds.

Q: How do you keep house finches and other birds away from hummingbird feeders?

A: The best way is to use a feeder without perches and flared bases.

Q: How far apart should hummingbird feeders be placed?

A: Some say group your feeders together; others say place them several feet apart. But perhaps the best answer is to try one strategy, and if that doesn't work, try another — especially if you have an aggressive male that's chasing away other birds. One expert recommends hanging three feeders — one on the west, one on the south and one on the east side of the house. Others say the best setup is one feeder in the front yard and one in the backyard.

Try to locate your feeder in shade or partial shade. Direct sunlight can make the nectar go bad or even ferment. The best spot for a feeder is on a pole in a flower bed or hung on a porch or deck near flowers that the birds are attracted to.

Q: How do I keep ants out of my hummingbird feeders?

A: Perhaps the best way is to buy an ant trap that prevents the pesky insects from getting into the feeders. An ant trap, or "ant moat," is simply a little cup that holds water and is hung from the bottom of the feeder. Ant traps are usually sold where hummingbird feeders are sold. Of course, you have to make sure the trap is filled with water.

Q: What about wasps, hornets and bees at the feeders?

A: One solution: Trap them. Wasp/bee traps, which also can be purchased in stores, are plastic, globe-shaped, covered reservoirs that can be baited with sugar water or kitchen scraps and hung near feeders to lure the stinging insects inside.

Most nature stores also have wasp-proof hummingbird feeders for sale.

In addition, some say you can simply fool the insects by moving your feeder only a few feet away. The insects will think their food source has disappeared, but the hummingbirds will hardly notice the change. If that doesn't work, take the feeder down for a couple of days. The hummingbirds will return long before the insects rediscover it, if they ever do.

Q: How often should I clean my feeder?

A: Here's what the Georgia Hummers organization says: Flush out your feeders with hot water once a week. If it's very hot outside, clean it twice a week. Do not use any soap or cleaner — just hot water. Use a bottle brush to scrub the inside if needed. Every month, soak the feeder in a very weak bleach solution for about an hour. The solution should be 1/4 cup of bleach to a gallon of water.

Q: Does feeding hummingbirds deter them from migrating?

A: No. The instinct to migrate is much stronger than your offer of free nectar.

Q: When should I take down my feeder?

A: Nearly all of the ruby-throats, the only hummingbirds that nest in Georgia, will be gone by late October. However, experts advise that you leave one feeder up and full all winter because several hummingbird species, most notably the rufous hummingbird, may visit Georgia during the cold months. read more ...

LKRush - Sunset Bay - Friday, September 14, 2007
To DW
The fish camp is a separate property, it is on the curve of 188 right over the bridge over Port Bay. You are right, there is no city sewer out that way so maybe the sewage is just being pumped out or the leach field (if they have one) is waterlogged. That place is so junky it is pathetic- if they tear it down then Sunset Bay will have a chance as the area is very nice-great location-equal distance from Rockport and Aransas Pass and Port Aransas. very pricey lots off of Copano Retreat Rd and Eggery Island road- Bayside is going crazy, too. I love the area, but the junkiness of it is too much and a major turn off I would think for anyone spending that kind of money. But the area is booming. read more ...

dwm - Sunset Bay - Monday, September 10, 2007
To LK RUSH--Is this stinky fishcamp going to be sold? Is the backup due to his own septic system as I thought sewer was not available in that area? How does this affect sunset bay? read more ...

LK Rush - Sunset Bay - Sunday, September 09, 2007
Yes, it is on Port Bay-I own property right up the road 1/4 mile. It is in aransas county and on the border of san patricio county. Every time it rains the ramshackle fishing camp at sunset/port bay sewage backs up. We call it stink bay. 188 is the major road running to Rockport and Aransas Pass. 188 was improved recently so at least the road is nice.  read more ...

Jennifer - Texas Parks and Wildlife Hiring 200 New Employees - Saturday, September 01, 2007
Thats actually one of the jobs I've always thought about doing, but haven't gotten around to it yet. I really like nature and the outdoors, and I think it would just be inspiring to go to work each day. read more ...

Malok - Rockport 22 Acre Sea Gun Project - Thursday, August 30, 2007
Ah, its the Sea Gun Sports Inn. Your title really had me scratching me head. I was like, what the heck is anyone going to do with a 22 acre gun! :) read more ...

Cheryl Casterline - The Reserve at St. Charles Bay - Thursday, August 09, 2007
It is the Lighthouse Inn in Fulton, Texas. Not even near "The Reserve" read more ...

john smith - Sunset Bay - Thursday, July 19, 2007
Sunset Bay is essentially on the border of Rockport and Aransas Pass. It is really located on Port Bay attached to Copano Bay. It is an ok location with some lots having very good views. I don't know if they will be able to follow through with what they promise. Prices are higher than the 1 available (but doesn't seem to be available) lot in their advertising. read more ...

Freddie Aguilar - Rockport Area Virtual Medical Telemonitoring Services - Wednesday, July 11, 2007
I found your website that captures my interest while searching the internet for particular keywords related to real estates. This is a very informative blog of yours. Keep up the good work. You may also check Real Estate Investments and TIC Investments if it interest you for additional information's. Thank You... read more ...

resident@yahoo.com - Rockport Texas Named As a Top Town - Monday, July 09, 2007
Rockport is only a pleasant 35-40 minute drive to Corpus, not a few hours away...who researches the information? sheesh! read more ...

John Wilburns - Lamar Pointe Preserve - Sunday, June 17, 2007
Homes look cheap from the road. Quality of construction doesn't look the best. Nice area though. read more ...

KL Hammond - Sunset Bay - Monday, June 11, 2007
I believe this is the location:

http://maps.google.com/?ie=UTF8&ll=27.988111,-97.15343&spn=0.023496,0.037851&t=h&z=15&om=1 read more ...

mavis - Iron Gator Patio Homes - Saturday, June 09, 2007
Have bought a rv spot at Iron Gator......These are South Dakota boys and you can't go wrong with them.......We are also fron SD. Looking forward to going south and see how our spot has shaped up! read more ...

Sunset Bay - Saturday, May 26, 2007
what is the address? the exact google map would be nice read more ...

James Decker - Sunset Bay - Saturday, May 05, 2007
Yes, I have corresponded with 2 people heading up the new Sunset Bay Phase 3 and have even been sent a broshure...which gave no more info than the website. No one is shooting straight w/ me. Where is state hwy 188? Doesn't even come up on a Google map search...thanks. read more ...

Kim Thompson - Sunset Bay - Wednesday, May 02, 2007
The map location is totally wrong if it is on Copano Bay - where is it really located? read more ...

Scheri - The Reserve at St. Charles Bay - Monday, April 23, 2007
Where exactly is this located? The picture looks like the Lighthouse Inn read more ...

Joe - Rockport's Rockin' Texas New Construction - Thursday, April 12, 2007
New Web Giant Launches Portal Site – Plans on Dominating Web-based Real Estate Sector

04/12/2007
Chicago, IL based Profertee Realty Group, inc launches its much anticipated real estate portal site (www.profertee.com) Monday morning. Partnering with Melville, NY based American Home Mortgage(NYSE: AHM) and Home Buyers Marketing inc, Profertee’s site is boasting access to over 3.6 million real estate listings nation wide, as well as various premium new construction developments located in Orlando, Las Vegas, and Chicago, just to name a few. Profertee’s mission is to offer a free, user-friendly real estate shopping experience, while also providing additional value-added features such as investment groups, home-valuation tools through Zillow integration, useful real estate investing strategies, and free mortgage quotes through American Home’s retail channels. “We are truly a one-stop-shop”, says Profertee CEO Rhoniel Daguro. “The site has everything a user could want, but we really wanted to feature the premier new construction developments. That is something that no one is really organizing online, and we’ve taken things one step further by forming buyers into investment groups, giving them access to considerable savings at the various developments.”

Profertee also provides local one-on-one services through the thousands of realtors approved with Home Buyers Marketing, inc. Users can create an account on www.profertee.com to search over 3.6 million listings for a home anywhere in the US and still deal with a local partner agent once they are closer to buying. It is in this way that Profertee is providing the best of both worlds: the power of the internet + traditional local realtor partners. Navigate to www.profertee.com today and test drive their site. Also stay tuned for our follow up segment on Profertee in June.

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Sunset Bay - Thursday, April 05, 2007
Sunset Bay is located on Copano Bay. read more ...

Richard W. Cronshey - Sunset Bay - Sunday, April 01, 2007
Exactly WHERE are these lots located? South of Rockport? Ae they on copano bay or Aransas Bay? read more ...

Flood insurance reform stalls - Sunday, December 31, 2006
Now that the Democrats are in control of congress, I would suspect to see a more Government sponsored type solution, instead of one that would have pushed all the costs on policy holders. read more ...

Downtown master plan, ED study guide future - Saturday, December 23, 2006
Instead of looking so much to money making, please look at quaint, charming village making. Don't ruin the charm of Rockport for money! read more ...

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