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Experience South Padre Island's beauty with Southern Wave sailing charters, where you can enjoy a wonderful day on the water. This catamaran cruise offers a variety of activities, such as snorkeling, dolphin watching, and relaxation under the sun while touring the gulf waters. The friendly hosts provide plenty of food and grill up some fajitas to ensure you never go hungry. It's hard to decide what is more alluring - the fun-filled day on the water or the delicious food served on the boat. The onboard musician will keep you entertained with great acoustic guitar music. Fireworks are also available during the summer months. Moreover, the catamaran is perfect for private charters, including weddings, receptions, company outings, birthdays, and more. You can inquire about renting kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and jet skis for extra fun and adventure.

The Caracara Trails project is an ambitious plan to create a 428-mile trail network in the Lower Rio Grande Valley, Texas. This project aims to connect the region's natural, cultural, and historical resources to foster a more unified regional identity. Its primary goal is to promote healthier lifestyles and create a sense of community pride among residents. The Lower Rio Grande Valley Active Transportation and Tourism Plan includes a trail network to boost the local community's economic development. The trail network targets the growing "active tourism" market, which promotes healthy living and physical activity to create job opportunities and support small business activity. Furthermore, it encourages tourist spending that can contribute to the local economy and ultimately lead to more economic growth.

The Valley Nature Center is a stunning six-acre park located in the Lower Rio Grande Valley area. It is home to a diverse range of native plants and animals. For over 35 years, the center has been actively transplanting plants from areas reserved for development to increase plant diversity, protect local species, and provide food and habitat for residents and migratory wildlife. The park features a one-mile trail where visitors can stroll and explore various native plant species, including the Sabal Palm Grove, Arroyo Colorado Brush, the Barretal, Coastal Lomas, and the Chihuahuan Thorn Forest. In addition, visitors can observe different species of animals, such as Malachite and Pixie butterflies, Plain Chachalacas, Great Kiskadees, Buff-bellied Hummingbirds, Texas Tortoises, Eastern Cottontail Rabbits, and numerous lizard and amphibian species.