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Shore ’Nuff
The best beaches in Texas for—among other summertime pursuits—shelling, strolling, birding, fishing, treasure hunting, turtle herding, solitude, and surfing, dude.
June 1, 2007 | by Suzy Banks | Beaches
Cleaner Beaches Thanks to the Drought?

Were cleaner beaches in 2011 an unexpected upside to the drought?

June 29, 2012 | by Sonia Smith
What happened to the Open Beaches case?
| by Paul Burka
Open beaches case may be moot
| by Paul Burka
Condemning the Judges Who Eviscerated the Open Beaches Act

Land Commisioner Jerry Patterson, former Galveston legislator A.R. Schwartz, and TEXAS MONTHLY's Paul Burka all blast the Texas Supreme Court for last week's ruling. 

April 4, 2012 | by Jason Cohen
From Brownsville to Mars!

Space entrepreneur (and noted crank) Elon Musk's latest project is ready to launch. Will the Open Beaches Act stand in his way?

March 12, 2013 | by Erica Grieder | SPACE
Beachy Keen
Grab your swimsuit, hop in the car, and drive to one of these four coastal getaways to beat the heat.
July 1, 2011 | by Stirling Kelso | Web Exclusive
Destination: Florida

With its long white beaches, blue and green seas, rainbow-hued reefs, and lush tropical landscapes, Florida offers endless ways to have fun. Whether you want to snorkel, fish, or chill out beside the waves, Florida’s the place for a vacation you’ll never forget.

April 2, 2013 | TRAVEL
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Island Hopping
June 1, 2001 | by Patricia Sharpe | Pat's Pick

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