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Get to shuckin' at the Fulton Oysterfest, where you can enjoy the carnival rides, games, food, an oyster eating contest, live music, and unique vendor booths, all on the beautiful Rockport-Fulton bayfront. Oysterfest officials have been working with seafood sources along the Texas Gulf Coast to locate the freshest oysters and other seafood for the event as well as the most popular entertainment.

Padre Island National Seashore, the longest undeveloped stretch of a barrier island in the world, has more than 133,000 acres of protected, natural beaches, white dunes, thriving grassland, saltwater marshes, and a host of untouched wildlife. Experience the island in its natural state with primitive camping, which is allowed in any spot along the entire length of the beach. Year-round inhabitants include coyotes, white-tail deer, peregrine falcons, kangaroo rats, and jackrabbits.

Try your hand in the sand with DC Sandman, where you'll join up with a seasoned sand sculptor who loves sharing their passion for this unique art form with others. Whether you're a total newbie or a seasoned pro, they are there to help you learn and expand your skills. All you need is a few simple materials to create some incredible sand sculptures together. The sculptor will start with the basics and guide you through advanced techniques so you can become a master of the craft. If you're looking for a unique way to commemorate a special event, they can help you create an unforgettable sand sculpture that will be the centerpiece of your celebration.

Stop by the Texas Surf Museum, where they enlighten the world with the unique culture and history of Texas surfing, encourage the community to experience the fun, accessible and healthy lifestyle of surfing and related board sports, and educate everyone in proper conservation practices to protect and preserve the beaches, bays, and waterways of the Texas Gulf Coast. As the only surf museum in Coastal Bend, it is a must-see for anyone who has ever surfed and a delightful adventure for non-surfers. Relax on a bench made from surfboards, catch a surf film in the projection theater, and spot old buddies and young stars in the hundreds of photos scattered throughout the museum.