Stop by the Gulf Coast Bird Observatory for some relaxing birdwatching. There are also many deer, rabbits, bobcats, squirrels, possums, raccoons, etc... and also the occasional cougar. Also there are many reptiles and amphibians. You can find many of these animals on our many acres of wildlife refuges.

Check out our local beaches and spend the day shell hunting or go fishing on the jetties at Surfside Beach. There are many varities of fish in this area. Go see the aquarium at Sea Center Texas and you will see all the different ecosystems from salty marsh, to jetties, to deep sea fish. You will also meet Gordon a 250 pound grouper.

If you are into golfing there are many local courses open to the public. You can also catch a play or concert at the Center Stages Theater or stop by the Art Gallery and the Museum of Natural Science which contains the largest shell collection in the south. If you are into history you will discover old cemeteries, markers, plantaions and museums. Varner-Hogg Plantation State Historical Park is a must see with guided tours, interpretive trails, historic exhibits, picnicking sites and more. Come discover Brazoria County which is just a 45-min drive South of Houston, and 45- min West of Galveston.