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Yachting Center of Corpus Christi

Kelsea Yarbrough — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 19:59:23 +0000

Put some wind in your sails and view the beautiful Corpus Christi Shoreline from the water! Crew or relax! Dinner Cruises, Daytime & Sunset Cruises, One Hour Bayfront Tours, Captained and Bareboat Charters, ASA Sailing Courses, Gift Shop, Rental Space for Business Meetings, Social Events & Celebrations! 108 Peoples Street T-Head. www.yachtingcc.com 361-881-8503

UT Marine Sciences Institute Visitor Center

Kelsea Yarbrough — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 19:56:44 +0000

Research facility with Visitor Center, includes aquarium with Gulf marine life, self-guided tours and educational movies. Displays feature typical Texas coastal habitats and the organisms that live in them, including Spartina, black mangrove marsh, oyster reef, open bay bottom, rock jetty and offshore artificial reefs. Mon-Fri. 8sm-5pm. 750 Channel View Drive. Port Aransas. 361-749-6711

Seawolf Adventures

Kelsea Yarbrough — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 19:45:20 +0000

The 38 foot Seawolf is equipped for adventure! With a variety of custom cruises available, there is an experience ready for everyone. Enjoy a one hour bayfront cruise for just $30 per person. Or, Experience Corpus Christi’s unique night time skyline featuring water view of the USS Lexington on their mood cruise. The Seawolf has a comfortable onboard cabin, perfect for their overnight excursions. Sunset Seafood dinners with onboard gourmet meals also available. Visit www.seawolftours.com or call 361-920-0436 for reservations or more information.

SEGCITY Segway Tours

Kelsea Yarbrough — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 19:44:19 +0000

For the most amazing guided tour experience, see the Corpus Christi Bayfront on a Segway. As an ‘Authorized Segway Tour’ company their entertaining guides are properly trained to make your journey with them beyond expectations. www.segcity.com 361-563-4050

Sail South Texas 2010

Kelsea Yarbrough — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 19:24:47 +0000

July 1-5

Pirates sailing the Seven Seas? Pilgrims on their way to unknown lands? As you see these mighty ships with sails raised and billowing in the wind, you’ll think you’ve gone back in time.

The Port of Corpus Christi is bringing an unprecedented Tall Ship experience to South Texas for an unforgettable Independence Day Celebration. The event will be hosted at Naval Station Ingleside from July 1 to July 5, 2010.

Sail South Texas 2010, presented by HEB will mark a unique combination of regional, national and international celebrations—the bicentennial of independence from Spain for the home countries of three of the visiting ships, the United States Fourth of July observance, and the official transfer of the Naval Station Ingleside to Port Corpus Christi.

A tall ship is a large traditionally rigged sailing vessel. It is generally more complex than modern rigging, which utilizes newer materials such as aluminum and steel to construct taller, lightweight masts with fewer, more versatile sails. The term tall ship came into widespread use in the mid-20th century, and was not generally used in the era when such ships were the norm.

The vessels that will be sailing into the Bay of Corpus Christi are the United States Coast Guard Academy ship “Eagle,” the “Cuauhtemoc” from Mexico, the “Esmeralda” from Chile and the “Capitan Miranda” from Uruguay. These ships are wonders to behold, The USCG Eagle is a 1936 Barque with 3 masts, measuring 80.7 meters. The Esmeralda is a 1953 Barquentine with 4 masts, measuring 94.1 meters. Cuauhtemoc is the newest of the ships, built in 1982, with 3 masts. Rounding out the fleet is the Captain Miranda, built in 1930, she has 3 masts and is a Staysail Schooner, measuring 50.3 meters. These remarkable vessels are used by each country’s Navy to train its officer cadets and sail with crews of about 300 officers and cadets.

Sail South Texas 2010 is an international event hosted by Port Corpus Christi and the Corpus Christi Buccaneer Commission to open the doors of its newest facility at Ingleside to area citizens and visitors. Free to the public, the Tall Ships experience celebrates national independence, culture, music, food and folklore of the participating countries. Parking is $5. Note that no coolers are allowed. Dress comfortably for ship tours and closed toe shoes are recommended.

www.sailsouthtexas2010.com

Thursday, July 1, 2010

8:00am Gates open

8:00am-3:00pm Ships Arrival

first ship ETA 8:00am

Friday, July 2, 2010

10:00 am Gates open

10:00-5:00pm Self Guided Ship Tours

Musical Guests Del Castillo

Eddie Olivares Jr.

Mariachi Aguila

Scarecrow People

Ships Bands

US Navy Band

9:30-10:00pm Fireworks

Saturday, July 3, 2010

10:00 am Gates open

10:00-5:00pm Self Guided Ship Tour

Musical Guests Albert Del Rio

Another Level

Asleep at the Wheel

Del Castillo

Mariachi Aguila

Seth Walker

Ships Band

Sisters Morales

The Electrotypes

9:30-10:00pm Fireworks

Sunday, July 4, 2010

10:00 am Gates open

10:00-5:00pm Self Guided Ship Tour

Musical Guests Albert Del Rio

Mariachi Aguila

Saline Fiddlers

Seth Walker

Sisters Morales

The Electrotypes

9:30-10:00pm Fireworks

Monday, July 5, 2010

9:00am Blessing of the Fleet

King Ranch

Kelsea Yarbrough — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 19:14:36 +0000

Probably the most famous ranch in the world! The home of American ranching, this 825,000 acre working ranch is a National Historical Landmark. Guided tours of the Texas size ranch depart from the visitor center. Call for schedule and pricing. 361-592-8055

Heritage Park

Kelsea Yarbrough — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 19:05:52 +0000

Home to twelve beautiful Victorian homes the oldest built in 1851. Guided tours Mon, Thurs & Fri 10:30am-noon, $6, 12 under $2. 361-826-3410

Fulton Mansion

Kelsea Yarbrough — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 19:04:53 +0000

1870’s French Empire mansion open for guided tours. Located 3 miles north of Rockport, on Fulton Beach Road, Tues- Sun. 361-729-0386

Fisherman’s Wharf Deep Sea Fishing

Kelsea Yarbrough — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 19:02:46 +0000

Cast off with the professionals. Their state-of-the-art catamarans are stable, fast, climate controlled and equipped with a full galley. Fishing party boats and full charters. Birding tours leave out of Rockport and Port Aransas 900 N. Tarpon St. Port Aransas. Reservations strongly suggested. 361-749-5448 www.wharfcat.com.

Corpus Christi Museum of Science & History & Columbus Ships

Kelsea Yarbrough — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 18:59:51 +0000

Featuring ancient shipwrecks, the famous Columbus Ships and an array of live reptiles from alligators to turtles, this museum offers hours of fun with tours and activities. Tours one of the Columbus Ships, the Pinta for a walk back in time. The Spanish 1554 Padre Island Shipwreck contains gold and guns from the oldest scientific excavation in the Western Hemisphere. The convergence of Spanish, French and European cultures in South Texas is revealed in the LaSalle Odyssey story, Karankawa hunters-gatherers and ranching. The Children’s Wharf has interactive, bilingual activities. Tues-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun noon-5pm. Closed on major holidays. Senior/active military discounts, Children 4 and under and members are free. 1900 N. Chaparral. For more information 361-826-4667, www.ccmuseum.com.