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— Fishing
Along with boating, fishing is enjoyed by many in the area. There is saltwater fishing along the Gulf Coast for redfish, speckled trout and flounder, as well as inland lakes that provide some of the best bass fishing in the South. No wonder that the Houston/Galveston area is considered a fisherman’s paradise.
Resident “all-water” fishing licenses can be purchased at most bait, tackle or sporting goods stores for $38. All licenses expire Aug. 31 of each year, no matter when the license was purchased. A lifetime fishing license can be purchased for $600. Call the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department at 281-931-6471 for a copy of laws pertaining to size and catch limit.
— Golf
Many in the Houston can take advantage of golfing all year round and the availability of courses is never a problem, in fact there are more than 135 golf courses with 18 or more holes. In addition to private, championship courses that are part of private clubs, there are also public courses. The Professional Golfers Association (PGA) recognizes the quality of Houston golf courses by scheduling the Shell Houston Open at Redstone Golf Club, 15 miles north of downtown Houston. Champions Golf Course also has served as host to the PGA THE TOUR Championship.
— Hike and Bike Trails
Houston offers more than 100 miles of trails within its 18,000 acres of green space. Memorial Park is home to one of Houston's most popular trails, the Seymour Lieberman Exer-Trail, which includes a 2.9-mile jogging trail and six miles of mountain and recreational bike trails. Also within Memorial Park are the Memorial Park Golf Course, rated among the top municipal golf courses in the nation, and the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center.
Hermann Park consists of a variety of Houston's best-loved gems, including the Houston Zoo, Houston Museum of Natural Science and Miller Outdoor Theatre. Joggers frequent the two-mile jogging trail, and bicyclists enjoy one of the longest bike trails in the city.
For the more adventurous sports enthusiast, take a canoe trip along Buffalo Bayou. Tours are offered seasonally and are guided by National Parks outfitter Don Green, an award-winning outfitter with more than 28 years of experience working in Houston to preserve Buffalo Bayou.
— Hunting
Thanks to the region’s coastal location, hunters will find one of the best areas in the world for duck and goose hunting. Pintails, widgeon, gadwall, redheads and bluebills all inhabit the local waters. The waters around Port O’Connor and Seadrift serve as the wintering ground for thousands of birds. Texas also is a hunter’s paradise where you’ll find deer, quail, turkey and rabbit hunting is plentiful.
You can buy hunting licenses and stamp endorsements at approximately 1,700 locations throughout the state, including sporting goods stores, gun shops, department stores, discount stores, bait and tackle shops and grocery stores. Licenses may be purchased by phone or through the Internet by visiting the office of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department online at www.tpwd.state.tx.us.
— Ice Skating/Ice Hockey
Tara Kristen Lipinski made Houston proud at the 1998 Winter Olympics when she won the Olympic god medal in figure skating. Up-and-coming champions as well as amateurs can select from a wide range of local facilities, including the Polar Ice Galleria, located in the famed Galleria shopping center. Other facilities in the region include Sugar Land Ice & Sports Center and the Aerodrome Ice Skating Complex, both offering ice skating, hockey and figure skating classes. The city is also home to professional ice hockey team in the American Hockey League, the Houston Aeros, that play at the Toyota Center.
— Live Racing
For live racing fans, Houston has it covered. Gulf Greyhound Park is the world’s largest and No. 1 greyhound racing complex that offers fast-paced action and is located just South of Houston in La Marque. The air conditioned complex features three levels, each offering a variety of dining and view options.
Sam Houston Race Park is Houston’s premier racing, dining and entertainment destination where fans can enjoy the thrill of live horse facing and exciting simulcasting action from around the world. Plan to spend a night under the stars at The Showgrounds, featuring live entertainment from national bands.
— Polo
For more than 80 years, the Houston Polo Club provides players a full-service facility to enjoy the sport and equestrian activities. Polo tournaments and leagues are played throughout the spring and fall seasons, where you’ll find the playing field lined with spectators numbering in the hundreds for a friendly club match, or several thousand during its International Polo season. Many members enjoy the parties and people watching as well as the game.
Along with boating, fishing is enjoyed by many in the area. There is saltwater fishing along the Gulf Coast for redfish, speckled trout and flounder, as well as inland lakes that provide some of the best bass fishing in the South. No wonder that the Houston/Galveston area is considered a fisherman’s paradise.
Resident “all-water” fishing licenses can be purchased at most bait, tackle or sporting goods stores for $38. All licenses expire Aug. 31 of each year, no matter when the license was purchased. A lifetime fishing license can be purchased for $600. Call the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department at 281-931-6471 for a copy of laws pertaining to size and catch limit.
— Golf
Many in the Houston can take advantage of golfing all year round and the availability of courses is never a problem, in fact there are more than 135 golf courses with 18 or more holes. In addition to private, championship courses that are part of private clubs, there are also public courses. The Professional Golfers Association (PGA) recognizes the quality of Houston golf courses by scheduling the Shell Houston Open at Redstone Golf Club, 15 miles north of downtown Houston. Champions Golf Course also has served as host to the PGA THE TOUR Championship.
— Hike and Bike Trails
Houston offers more than 100 miles of trails within its 18,000 acres of green space. Memorial Park is home to one of Houston's most popular trails, the Seymour Lieberman Exer-Trail, which includes a 2.9-mile jogging trail and six miles of mountain and recreational bike trails. Also within Memorial Park are the Memorial Park Golf Course, rated among the top municipal golf courses in the nation, and the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center.
Hermann Park consists of a variety of Houston's best-loved gems, including the Houston Zoo, Houston Museum of Natural Science and Miller Outdoor Theatre. Joggers frequent the two-mile jogging trail, and bicyclists enjoy one of the longest bike trails in the city.
For the more adventurous sports enthusiast, take a canoe trip along Buffalo Bayou. Tours are offered seasonally and are guided by National Parks outfitter Don Green, an award-winning outfitter with more than 28 years of experience working in Houston to preserve Buffalo Bayou.
— Hunting
Thanks to the region’s coastal location, hunters will find one of the best areas in the world for duck and goose hunting. Pintails, widgeon, gadwall, redheads and bluebills all inhabit the local waters. The waters around Port O’Connor and Seadrift serve as the wintering ground for thousands of birds. Texas also is a hunter’s paradise where you’ll find deer, quail, turkey and rabbit hunting is plentiful.
You can buy hunting licenses and stamp endorsements at approximately 1,700 locations throughout the state, including sporting goods stores, gun shops, department stores, discount stores, bait and tackle shops and grocery stores. Licenses may be purchased by phone or through the Internet by visiting the office of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department online at www.tpwd.state.tx.us.
— Ice Skating/Ice Hockey
Tara Kristen Lipinski made Houston proud at the 1998 Winter Olympics when she won the Olympic god medal in figure skating. Up-and-coming champions as well as amateurs can select from a wide range of local facilities, including the Polar Ice Galleria, located in the famed Galleria shopping center. Other facilities in the region include Sugar Land Ice & Sports Center and the Aerodrome Ice Skating Complex, both offering ice skating, hockey and figure skating classes. The city is also home to professional ice hockey team in the American Hockey League, the Houston Aeros, that play at the Toyota Center.
— Live Racing
For live racing fans, Houston has it covered. Gulf Greyhound Park is the world’s largest and No. 1 greyhound racing complex that offers fast-paced action and is located just South of Houston in La Marque. The air conditioned complex features three levels, each offering a variety of dining and view options.
Sam Houston Race Park is Houston’s premier racing, dining and entertainment destination where fans can enjoy the thrill of live horse facing and exciting simulcasting action from around the world. Plan to spend a night under the stars at The Showgrounds, featuring live entertainment from national bands.
— Polo
For more than 80 years, the Houston Polo Club provides players a full-service facility to enjoy the sport and equestrian activities. Polo tournaments and leagues are played throughout the spring and fall seasons, where you’ll find the playing field lined with spectators numbering in the hundreds for a friendly club match, or several thousand during its International Polo season. Many members enjoy the parties and people watching as well as the game.
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