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University of Texas Pan American Coastal Studies Lab

Lucky Ink Publications — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 03:28:56 +0000

University of Texas Pan American Coastal Studies Lab, located in Isla Blanca Park at the south end of the Island, 956-761-2644

The U.T.P.A. Coastal Studies Lab,, has aquarium displays of fish and other marine life indigenous to the area, as well as an extensive shell collection. The lab is open Sunday-Friday, 1:30-4:30 p.m.

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Laguna Madre Nature Trail and Birding Center

Lucky Ink Publications — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 03:04:08 +0000

Laguna Madre Nature Trail and Birding Center, at the South Padre Island Convention Center. 956-748-3607

Next to the Convention Centre and Whaling Wall No. 53, the Laguna Madre Nature Trail is a 1,500-foot boardwalk that extends across four acres of wetlands. Containing informative signs about dune systems and bird species that frequent the area, the nature trail provides visitors with the opportunity to observe many species of birds and other wildlife in their natural habitat. The idea of the Laguna Madre Nature Trail was conceived by naturalist Ed Hawkins. It is dedicated to his memory. Both the Whaling Wall and nature trail are always open to the public free of charge and can be accessed through the circle driveway leading up to the Convention Centre. The South Padre Island Convention Centre is located at 7355 Padre Blvd. at the north end of town.

The new Birding Center include a boardwalk, seven bird blinds and a five-story tower with views of the Laguna Madre and the Gulf of Mexico.

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Colley’s Fins to Feathers

Lucky Ink Publications — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 02:13:52 +0000

Colley’s Fins to Feathers, South Padre Island, TX, 78597 956-299-0629

By boat or by van up to 60 species native to the area. We get up close for great photos and let YOU call the shots.

Birding Tours
Dolphin Watch Tours

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Sea Turtle Inc

Lucky Ink Publications — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:10:55 +0000

Sea Turtle Inc, 6617 Padre Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX 78597 956-761-4511

Sea Turtle, Inc., a non-profit organization founded in 1978, was the home of Ila Loetscher, known by many as the “Turtle Lady.” Ms. Loetscher dedicated her life to saving and rehabilitating sea turtles, including the endangered Kemp’s ridley sea turtle. Educational shows featuring the turtles are given on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 10 a.m. A donation of $2 is requested at the door.

Also visit the Turtle Store,

Jewelry, Clothing, Books, and more. Proceeds from all items in our online store benefit the mission and programs of Sea Turtle, Inc.

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Gravity Park

Lucky Ink Publications — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 23:08:07 +0000

Gravity Park, Across from Louie’s Backyard, South Padre Island, TX 78597 956-761-8588

The Rocket – World’s Tallest Reverse Bungee
Bungee Grande – Texas’ Tallest Bungee Jump 150′
The Skycoaster
Go-Karts
Bungee Chico – World’s Smallest Bungee 35′
Climbing Wall
Frog Hopper
Trampoline Thing
Kiddie Cars

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Dolphin Research and Sea life Nature Center

Lucky Ink Publications — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 22:54:17 +0000

Dolphin Research and Sealife Nature Center, 110 N Garcia, Port Isabel, TX 78597 at the Light House Square. 956-943-6626

Discover the spectacular diversity of nature which South Padre Island has to offer. Touch tanks and species found from the area. Learn about dolphins in the wild & sea life.

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Port Isabel Lighthouse

Lucky Ink Publications — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 03:38:10 +0000

Port Isabel Lighthouse, Lighthouse Square, Port Isabel, TX 78578 956-943-2262

The Point Isabel Lighthouse.
Constructed in 1852. Decommissioned in 1905.
Open to the public. Daily (weather permitting).
Operated by the City of Port Isabel

Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark

Lucky Ink Publications — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:01:25 +0000

Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark, 33261 State Park Road 100, South Padre Island, TX 78597 956-772-7873

Texas’ most innovative water park is nestled between the dunes and wetlands on beautiful South Padre Island. Splash into more than dozen family attractions, including slides, tubes chutes and up hill water coasters.

Open weekends beginning April 18;
open daily May 20 – August 23;
open weekends August 29 – September 20.

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Jim’s Beach Rentals

Lucky Ink Publications — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 23:23:34 +0000

Jim’s Beach Rentals, South Padre Island, TX 78597 956-761-2130

Umbrella and chair rentals, boogie boards. 10am-6pm daily.

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