Port Aransas Birding

Join us for a night of good vibes and great tunes with John Paul Ortiz and his original acoustic project “Love Me Last”—a creative collab with George Michael Ortiz.

From heartfelt originals to fun covers across all genres, John Paul brings it all—whether flying solo, teaming up as a duo, or jamming with guest artists.

📍 Black Marlin at Palm Plaza, Palmilla Beach Resort & Golf Community, Port Aransas
🕖 7–10 PM
🍹 Grab a drink, order your favorite bites, and settle in for an unforgettable night of live music and laid-back beach town energy.

Get ready to explore! Join us for a walk on the beautiful Salt Island Trail—happening the first Saturday of every month 

It’s free to join, but registration is required at porta.recdesk.com. Don’t miss out on this fun outdoor adventure!

Discover the Magic of the Marsh – No Boots Needed! Explore the wetlands without getting your feet wet! The Wetlands Education Center at the University of Texas Marine Science Institute offers FREE guided walks along the scenic wetlands trail every Tuesday and Thursday at 9:00 AM.

Soar on over to the Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center and join our experts, Ray Dillahunty and Leslie Hoesktra, for ‘Birding on the Boardwalk’ every Wednesday at 9:00 AM (1356 Ross Ave). This short but enriching walk along our boardwalk provides fantastic opportunities to observe the wonderful birds of the Gulf Coast. All experience levels are welcome, and if you don’t have binoculars, worry not – we have loaner sets available. Discover the beauty of our avian residents with our knowledgeable guides. See you on the boardwalk!

Calling all nature lovers! 🌿✨ Join local birding expert Terry Little for an exciting Nature Walk you won’t want to miss! Meet us early at 8 AM at the Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center for a fun morning of feathered finds and wild discoveries!