December in Aransas County — Where Community Shines Brightest
December in Aransas County is more than a calendar full of events — it’s a living reminder of our resilience, togetherness, and small-town charm. From shoreline lights to historic streets, every corner of Rockport–Fulton shines with community spirit all month long. December has arrived, and with it comes a season of celebrations across Rockport–Fulton and Aransas County. Our partners have lined up a full month of events that reflect who we are as a community — resilient, welcoming, and grounded in the spirit of togetherness. From Tropical Christmas and Christmas on the Beach, to historic home tours, art walks, concerts, markets, and holiday nights in the District — every corner of our county is alive with small-town charm and big-hearted energy. It’s a reminder that after everything this community has weathered, especially since Hurricane Harvey, Aransas County continues to rise with strength, creativity, and purpose. These festivities are more than events — they are proof of our shared resilience, our deep community roots, and the warmth that draws visitors, Winter Texans, and sojourners back year after year. As Aransas Pathways, we are grateful to stand alongside our partners in celebrating what makes this county extraordinary. And through our own Christmas on the Beach Volunteer Appreciation Night we want to kick off the month by inviting everyone to explore, support, and participate in the many holiday events happening throughout December. Every gathering, every stroll, every shared moment helps strengthen our community spirit — and that is the heart of our advocacy. Become Part of the Pathways Story If you believe in what we do, and if you want to be part of the small-but-mighty movement that keeps our trails, kayak sites, birding spots, and heritage venues thriving, we invite you to join us as a volunteer. Be part of the Pathways story. Become a Steward or Ambassador this season. Sign Up as a Volunteer: https://aransaspathways.com/volunteer-december Aransas Pathways Birding. History. Kayaking. Trails.One County, Countless Adventures. Photo Courtesy of Rockport-Fulton Chamber & Rockport Cultural Arts District
Volunteer Day at Castro Nature Sanctuary
Volunteer Day at Castro tomorrow 5/10/2023 and Thursday 5/11/2023 9:30-11:30 planting day. Thank you. Linda S. Castro Nature Sanctuary 4140 Hwy 35 N., Rockport, TX 78382 (map below)
We are looking for volunteers!!! for the 34th Annual HummerBird Celebration
September 15-18 2022Come join our team and have some fun!!! Free Event T-Shirt and passes to speaker programs!!! Sign up online at rockporthummingbird.comFMI contact Jennifer Heard 361-790-9496jheard@aransascounty.org oror Jahna 361-729-6445 or tourism@1rockport.org Printable flyer for this call for volunteers. – HummerBird Flyer 2022
April 22nd EARTH DAY – Volunteers Needed
Aransas Pathways Gardens Volunteers Needed April 22nd EARTH DAY Come help and receive a coffee coupon and breakfast burrito!! We are so thankful for our Aransas County Pathways Volunteers, Quirky Birds Coffee & Rosita’s Taco Shop! Come help us restore our Aransas County Pathways. Bring your garden gloves, wear good shoes and work clothes. Aransas Pathways invites you to help restore our natural gardens at:Connie Hagar — 1401 S Church St on Friday, April 22, 2022 from 9 am to 11 am. Printable Flyer – Beautification Flyer April 2022CONTACT: Jennifer Heard, Aransas County Project Coordinator, jheard@aransascounty.org, 361-790-9496 Aransas County Courthouse • 2840 Hwy. 35 N. • Rockport, TX 78372
Work Day This Weekend – July 17-18
Everyone Welcome Join Us! Printable Information sheet – Aransas Pathways event dates If you would like to volunteer or have a group to participate at one of the Aransas Pathways, contact Deanna Spruce pio@aransascounty.org
New Volunteer Events are Coming Soon! Everyone Welcome!
If you would like to volunteer or have a group to participate at one of the Aransas Pathways, contact Deanna Spruce pio@aransascounty.org New Events are Coming Soon! Everyone Welcome!
Volunteers needed for June 26 at Tule Creek
Thank you to the amazing volunteers for Sprucing Things Up at Connie Hagar Cottage Sanctuary over the past weekend. We had a great turn out and lots of fun and the gardens look great! Join us this weekend Saturday June 26, 2021 from 8am to 10am at Tule Creek Hike and Bike Trail. We will meet at the Pavilion near Walmart and the entrance to Tule Creek Hike and Bike Trail. Bring your gloves, bottled water and closed toe shoes. Thank you Andrea Hattman Ward 4 for stepping up to the challenge of preserving our unique and natural playground. If you would like to volunteer or have a group to participate at one of the Aransas Pathways, contact Deanna Spruce pio@aransascounty.org
Thanks to Heritage Youth and Family Services
Thank you middle and high school students from Heritage Youth and Family Services of Texas for Sprucing Things Up at Linda S. Castro Nature Sanctuary on Thursday, June 10, 2021. Students removed dead plants from the recent Winter Storm and replaced with trees to attract the Birds, Bees and Butterflies. Students learned about our many Aransas Pathways venues, our abundance of birds and plants and the importance of preserving our unique and natural playground. Join us this weekend for our next clean up at Connie Hagar Cottage Sanctuary Saturday, June 19, 2021 from 8am to 10 am; and then Tule Creek Hike and Bike Trail Saturday, June 26, 2021 8am to 10am. We will meet at the Pavilion near Walmart and entrance to Tule Creek Hike and Bike Trail. If you would like to volunteer at one of the Aransas Pathways, contact Deanna Spruce pio@aransascounty.org
NATURE WALK & VOLUNTEER WORKDAY
NATURE WALK & VOLUNTEER WORKDAY @ Ivy Lane Bird and Nature Venue (499 Ivy Lane, Rockport) Saturday May 22, 2021 8am-10am – VOLUNTEERS needed in the pollinator’s garden to help clean up and plant native plants 10am-11am – NATURE WALK guided by a Texas Master Naturalist Aransas Pathways is hosting a guided native plant walk in the coastal woodland and prairie habitat at Ivy Lane Bird and Nature Venue from 10am-11am. The Nature Walk will be guided by Neli Spurrell, a Texas Master Naturalist. Bring your gardening gloves, water, masks and favorite gardening tool if you wish learn while you help at the garden! Printable Flyer If you would like to volunteer at Ivy Lane Bird and Nature Venue or any of the Aransas Pathways contact Deanna Spruce pio@aransascounty.org or call 361-790-9496. View the Aransas Pathways map at: https://bit.ly/PathwaysMap
Birds Bees and the Butterflies at Linda S. Castro Nature Sanctuary
Birds Bees and the Butterflies at Linda S. Castro Nature Sanctuary Saturday May 15, 2021 8am to 10am Printable Flyer The Friends of Connie Hagar will be lending their support to the Linda S. Castro Nature Sanctuary to aid in a big clean-up day Saturday, Rockport, TX, 78382. They will be focusing on the Butterfly Gardens. There will not be a work day at Connie Hagar this month in order to focus on the Linda S. Castro Sanctuary site. We will have plants from Native Dave’s for the Butterfly Gardens/Waystation. Bring your gardening gloves, water, masks and favorite gardening tool. What better way to give back to your community while enjoying the birds, bees, and butterflies! If you would like to volunteer at one of the Aransas Pathways contact Deanna Spruce pio@aransascounty.org or call 361-790-9496. Mark your calendars for future clean up dates at Connie Hagar Cottage Sanctuary 8 am to 10 am June 19, 2021, July 17, 221, August 21, 2021. Thank you! View the Aransas Pathways map at: https://bit.ly/PathwaysMap