Alabama Gulf Coast

25 04, 2019

Orange Beach Shoreline Cleanup Program – Beyond the Beach

By |2019-04-25T16:51:13+00:00April 25th, 2019|Blog|0 Comments

As we approach the busy seasons along the Gulf Coast, our shores can get even more overloaded with debris and trash. Some of this is due to carelessness of individuals; other debris may be coming back ashore after a storm. Our beaches are a gift and something we should strive to clean. The City of Orange Beach is doing what it can to address marine debris and waterborne trash. This pilot program, launched in 2014, is the Waterways and Shoreline [...]

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17 04, 2019

Good to Know: Local Resources for Stranded Marine Animals

By |2019-04-17T15:54:03+00:00April 17th, 2019|Blog|0 Comments

When taking a trip to the beach this year, it’s important to remember you are visiting the home of many wonderful animals. Enjoy their presence, but be respectful when encountering them. Regardless of which animal you encounter, we encourage you to remain a safe distance of about 50 yards. Remember that you are guests in their home, so keep the viewing at a minimum in order to reduce the stress on the animals. Please do not attempt to feed or [...]

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10 04, 2019

Clean and Resilient Marina Initiative

By |2019-04-10T17:15:31+00:00April 10th, 2019|Blog|0 Comments

One of the best ways to experience everything our beaches and the Gulf of Mexico have to offer is via marine craft. Because of this, marinas are found all along the Gulf Coast. These marinas are a helpful tool for boaters, but are very vulnerable during catastrophic storms. The Gulf of Mexico Alliance (GOMA) is a joint partnership of Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. The goal of this organization is to encourage collaboration on ways to enhance the health [...]

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27 03, 2019

An Introduction to Gulf State Park Through the Interpretive Center

By |2019-03-27T18:59:20+00:00March 27th, 2019|Blog|0 Comments

Baldwin County, Alabama is home to one of the most beautiful parks in our state: Gulf State Park. This park’s popularity brings in more than 2 million visitors a year to enjoy amenities such as the campgrounds, trails, nature center, and the beaches (of course!). In 2013, a multi-year facelift, The Gulf State Enhancement Project, began on the park. The goal is to make the park more accessible to visitors as well as expand its impact on the environment and [...]

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21 03, 2019

Standardized Labels Educate Consumers and Help the Recycling Industry Thrive

By |2019-03-21T15:07:19+00:00March 21st, 2019|Blog|0 Comments

Recycling can be confusing for the general consumer of disposable goods. What container does it go in? What do these little numbers mean? And when the average Joe is left with these questions unanswered, it results in a large amount of recyclable waste contaminated. Contamination refers to the mixing of regular trash - such as food waste, styrofoam, diapers and other items - with the good recycling materials. We live in a society of people who are looking to the [...]

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27 02, 2019

Are you joining us for the 2019 Orange Beach Festival of Art?

By |2019-02-27T20:03:43+00:00February 27th, 2019|Blog|0 Comments

It’s one of our favorite events of the year: the Orange Beach Festival of Art. This free event on March 9 and 10 is one of the island’s first events of the spring. The festival has been celebrating visual, performing, musical and culinary arts for more than 40 years! The diversity of the arts presented is sure to please everyone in your group, no matter their age or tastes. Come see what the Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach has [...]

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26 02, 2019

Capturing the perfect beach sunset photo

By |2019-02-26T01:40:10+00:00February 26th, 2019|Blog|0 Comments

One of the most popular scenes to capture on your smartphone’s camera is the perfect beach sunset photo. How do you accomplish it? Find out the sunset time as well as Golden Hour (the last hour of sun for the day) for your location. Clouds can add beautiful dimension and color to your photos, so keep an eye on the weather report. Scout your beach location, but be mindful of private property! Turn off your flash, which should allow for [...]

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17 01, 2019

Keeping our beaches clean through winter

By |2019-01-17T22:36:14+00:00January 17th, 2019|Blog|0 Comments

We love having folks visit our beaches all year, including during the winter. It’s a wonderful time on the coast, with moderate temperatures and beaches that are just as beautiful as they are the rest of the year. We ask all visitors to follow Leave Only Footprints regulations to keep the natural beauty for many years to come. Regulations prohibit leaving anything on the beach overnight. That includes any gear you tote down to the shoreline, such as chairs, umbrellas [...]

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12 12, 2018

4 ways to know you’re eating safe, sustainable seafood

By |2018-12-12T15:20:48+00:00December 12th, 2018|Blog|0 Comments

We love our local gulf seafood, but how can you be sure what you’re getting is safe for consumption? Purchasing seafood from a local market to cook at home (or in your beach rental) doesn’t have to be scary. Just follow a few easy steps! 1) Buy from a reputable source. Many of the seafood markets along the coast offer catches fresh off the boat. But if you have any questions about where a product originated, just ask. Fresh fish [...]

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14 11, 2018

The myth of oyster season

By |2018-11-14T14:14:08+00:00November 14th, 2018|Blog|0 Comments

Show of hands: Who loves oysters? Okay, now another poll question: Who has heard you should only eat raw oysters during months that include the letter “R”? The myth dates back a few hundred years - to 1599 to be exact. According to the New York Times, that’s when the warning showed up in an English cookbook as “don’t eat oysters in the summer.” It made sense at the time, mainly because unrefrigerated or un-iced oysters spoil more quickly and [...]

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