Nature Tours and Beach Cleanup Initiatives
Key Questions
What sea turtle activities are happening on SPI?
A free public sea turtle release is set for May 31 near MM 216 with a live stream. Five new Kemp's Ridley nests have been found across the Texas coast, including one on SPI.
Are there ongoing beach cleanups and nature tours?
Tuesday beach cleanups at Barry’s Beach are ongoing. Eco tours, dolphin watching, bay fishing, and parasailing are also active, with a birding tour planned for March 2027.
What is the HalloWings Monarch Migration event?
HalloWings celebrates migrating Monarch Butterflies on October 31, 2026, as they travel through the area to Mexico.
Eco tours, dolphin watching, bay fishing, parasailing active. March 2027 birding tour in wetlands planned. Tuesday beach cleanups at Barry’s Beach ongoing. Free public sea turtle release on May 31 near MM 216 confirmed for this weekend with live stream. Five new Kemp's Ridley sea turtle nests found across Texas coast, including one on SPI, signaling active nesting season; beachgoers advised to respect nests. New: HalloWings Monarch Migration celebration on October 31, 2026 (nature/outdoor event).