The Bolivar Peninsula (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781467133869)

The Bolivar Peninsula is a quirky coastal community consisting of Port Bolivar, Crystal Beach, Caplen, Gilchrist, and High Island. "The peninsula," as locals call it, is a 27-mile-long barrier formation. Bounded on one side by the Gulf of Mexico and on the other by the Intracoastal Waterway, it is a short ferry ride from Galveston, Texas. The history of the peninsula includes filibusterers, pirates, fierce natives, and headstrong settlers. A spirit of independence survives to this day, providing a continuation of the story of this unique landmass and its people. An unlikely conglomeration of cowboys and farmers, third- and fourth-generation landowners, retired executives and professors, fishermen, shrimpers, and birding enthusiasts comes together with weekenders and tourists to enjoy the beauty and bounty of the Gulf Coast. Its beautiful setting and wild, storied past make the Bolivar Peninsula a fascinating place to explore.

Author: Melanie Wallace
ISBN-10: 1467133868
ISBN-13: 9781467133869
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)
Language: English
Published: 09/21/2015
Pages: 128
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.48w x 0.04d