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The Dickinson Bayou is located in southeast Texas, halfway between Houston and Galveston. The city of Dickinson sits along the Dickinson Bayou and is regarded for its outdoor activities and events. Here are six ways to have fun on the Dickinson Bayou. Fishing and Crabbing Fishing is a popular pastime on the Dickinson Bayou. Largemouth bass, red drum, and black drum are some of the common types of fish found here. Bar ditches, especially where sand has been excavated, are good fishing spots. Late March through mid-May is prime season for freshwater fish in coastal areas. During a dry summer, the water becomes saltier and you'll find smaller saltwater fish not typically seen there. Some of these fish include redfish, piggy perch, ladyfish, speckled trout, and croaker. You can also do some crabbing here too. Crabs are found along the shore, piers, jetties, and docks. Just ensure you know the difference between blue and blue claw crabs, as you can catch as many blue claw crabs as you like, but blue crabs, or stone crabs, have strict catch limits. Canoeing Canoeing is another fun activity to enjoy on Dickinson Bayou. From Dickinson Bayou Boat Ramp Pier 2, you can launch kayaks and canoes. There is parking available, but no restrooms on site. Camping You can camp along the river in spots like the Bayou Campground. It's open all year, and you can set up tents and there are pop-ups and pull-thru sites. The campground also offers Wi-Fi access, a store, and laundry facilities. Nearby activities include San Jacinta Battleground, Texas City Dike, and the campground is only six miles from NASA. Paul Hopkins Park Spend a day at one of Dickinson's parks, like Paul Hopkins Park. You'll find picnic areas and a picnic pavilion that has 10 tables, a playground, multi-purpose trail, pier, and canoe launch. There are restrooms available as well. If you're visiting in late November up until Christmas, you'll want to check out the Dickinson Festival of Lights. This free, walk-through event has been an annual tradition for two decades. Enjoy the beautifully decorated light displays and have your photo taken with Santa. The event gets busy, so there are shuttle buses that get guests to and from Dickinson Plaza Shopping Center. Dickinson Bayou Ranch While the majority of the activities here revolve around water, Dickinson Bayou Ranch offers some different fun on the bayou. The ranch hosts numerous seasonal events, and you can take riding lessons and even get your horse trained! Chaparral Golf Club If you want to golf along the river, you'll want to visit Chaparral Golf Club that offers two 9-hole courses that include water in play on five holes. The course is noted for its very narrow fairways, and you'll start off with the hardest hole, a 375-yard par 4, which is then followed by the longest hole at 520 yards, par 5. You'll find other activities available on the bayou too. With the city of Dickinson running along the river, there is no shortage of ways to have fun! Image by zmortero, used under CCO 1.0

Hunting is a popular past-time in Dickinson and the surrounding areas. Whether you enjoy collecting trophies, enjoy the meat, or enjoy the sport, hunting offers a fun way to spend your weekend. Learn everything you need to know about Dickinson hunting by checking out the tips below. What Can You Hunt in Dickinson? There is a wide array of game that can be hunted in Texas and around the Dickinson area. What you can hunt will depend on the season. The most popular game and hunting seasons of the area are listed below. more December through February These winter months include seasonal hunting for animals as woodcock, Wilson's snipe, sandhill crane, moorhens, and pheasant. March through May There are not many hunting seasons open in the spring months aside from alligator season, which usually starts at the beginning of April. September through November The prime hunting seasons for the area will run during the fall months. There are a number of game types that will have opening seasons in the fall including quail, squirrel, turkey, deer, pronghorn, geese, duck, and dove. What Permits and Licenses Are Required? If you are hunting an animal in the state of Texas, no matter if it is a bird, frog, or deer, you will be required to purchase a hunting license for the season. Regular hunting licensee can be purchased by anyone over 17. Those under 17 will be required to obtain a Youth Hunting License. You are permitted to trap any nuisance fur-bearing animals as well as animals that may be deemed vicious or feral without having a license. These exceptions can include coyotes that are attacking or feral hogs. If you are trapping fur-bearing animals to make use of their fur, you are required to obtain a trapper's license. If you are going on a guided hunt with an outfitter or hunting guide, the facility may be able to assist you in obtaining licenses for what you will be hunting on the excursion. Things to Note About Hunting in Texas Almost 97 percent of all land in Texas is privately owned, but many of these landowners are more than willing to let hunters hunt on their land for a small fee. You will have three primary options when it comes to finding a piece of land to hunt on. You can: Hunt on the public land that is available Gain a membership in a hunting club that provides access to specified land Retain the services of a hunting guide who will often have arrangement with certain land owner's to use their property in exchange for payment While these options may not always seem ideal, they are the best way to ensure that you are not violating private property laws in Texas. Enjoy some hunting with some friends, on a guided hunt, or at one of the many hunting clubs in and around the Dickinson area. Follow the tips above to ensure your hunting experience goes off without a hitch. Image by cocoparisienne, used under CCO 1.0

Nothing is better for a date night than spending the evening out on the town and enjoying a quiet relaxing dinner at a fine restaurant. If you are looking to spend your next date night at one of the fine-dining restaurants in the Dickinson area, be sure to check out some of the area's best restaurants listed below. Perry's Steakhouse & Grill If you are looking for a relaxing, upscale atmosphere as well as a mouthwatering steak or decadent seafood, a stop to Perry's Steakhouse and Grill will suit your palate. Located on Baybrook Mall Drive, the restaurant is known for its live entertainment, extensive wine list, and unique menu offerings. Some of the must-try options on the menu include the iced seafood tower, bone-in filet mignon, and the pan-seared sea bass. more Eculent Eculent is putting a new modern twist on farm to table. If you are looking for a one of a kind experience for your date night, a reservation at Eculent will be exactly what you ordered. Chef David Christopher Skinner has created a menu that allows guests to go on a culinary journey by creating plates made to evoke a sensory response and provide unique flavor combinations. Whether you and your date are foodies or are just looking to experience food in a new way, a date night at Eculent is the way to go. The menus change seasonally and focus on local ingredients, but all of the chef's creative menus will please any pallet. Avenida Brazil Churrascaria Steakhouse If you are looking for some authentic Brazillian cuisine in a fine-dining setting, you can spend your next date night at the Avenida Brazil Churrascaria Steakhouse. The restaurant offers lunch, brunch, and dinner options. The restaurant is most known for its over-the-top cuisine offerings, great service, and relaxing setting. While you can't go wrong with any options on their menu, diners recommend the lobster bisque, cassava bread, and the bacon-wrapped filet. The Kemah Steak Company Open daily at 5 p.m., The Kemah Steak Company is a great place to grab a glass of wine, enjoy an amazing steak, and relax on a quiet date night in an upscale and quiet atmosphere. The restaurant is located just off Kemah Boardwalk and is known for its candle-lit ambiance and mouthwatering cuts of beef. When stopping by, you should definitely try one of the restaurant's unique martini offerings. When it comes to dinner items, try one of their Texas hand-cut steak offerings. Some of the most popular cuts to try on the menu include the prime center-cut ribeye, the wet aged center cut filet mignon, or the dry aged bone-in New York strip steak. Whether you are looking for seafood, a one-of-a-kind farm-to-table experience, some South American cuisine, or a Texas steak, you can enjoy a meal you won't forget at any of the restaurants listed above. Check out one or all of them the next time you are in or around the Dickinson area. Image by StockSnap, used under CCO 1.0