Gloria's/Decks 2 Sea Guidebook

To protect our wildlife, to keep beaches clean, to protect visitors, allow a peaceful enjoyment of the beach, and to help avoid any unpleasant surprises, I have listed a few beach etiquette rules/city ordinances. Some will be strictly enforced, especially during spring break & holiday weekends. 1. PARKING: park only along the dune line and following ALL parking signs.

2. LEAVE NO TRACE: Please do NOT leave your personal property on the beaches (including but not limited to items such as canopies, shade structures, tents, umbrellas, chairs, towels, equipment, games, and coolers.) Do NOT leave items of personal property unattended=not supervised or looked after by a person between the hours of sunset-7am. If left behind, it will be deemed discarded and will be disposed of and the City will not be subject to any responsibility/liability. $500 fine

3. PLAYING BALL, ETC: It shall be unlawful for any person to engage in or play ball, Frisbee or other games involving the use of a hard ball or other hard object upon a public beach. Keep your games away from high-density areas where others are lounging so you don't trample blankets, kick up sand, or accidentally hit a beachgoer in the noggin.

4. MUSIC: music should NOT be heard by your neighbors. But not everyone is going to love your playlist. In fact, everyone has their own taste in music, and it’s not fair to blast yours to the point where you’re drowning out other people’s music. Or, in some cases, their own thoughts. 5. FISHING: don't leave your fish/crab/shrimp, etc. on the beach. Dispose of properly.

6. CAMP FIRES & CAMPING: no camp fires unless they are in a container WITH a lid. No camping camping between 12a-5a. 7. SEAGULLS: do NOT feed them. Some people think it’s “cute” when their kids try to feed the seagulls, but here’s what’s not cute. Getting pooped on. Don't reinforce bad seagull behavior by feeding them; it's also unhealthy for them. And don't fall for it when those gulls come begging: there are plenty of fish in the sea for them to snack on.

8. DOGS/PETS: MUST be on a leash at ALL times. It's the law. 9. FILL IN THE HOLES: If you’re digging a hole in the sand, make sure to fill it back up before you leave to prevent anyone from falling in and getting hurt. ENJOY YOURSELF BUT BE RESPECTFUL!

When there are reports of jellyfish in the water & you are stung, here are some first aid steps: 1. Rinse the area with plenty of sea water. Do NOT use fresh water. Avoid vinegar, ammonia, alcohol, or other liquids unless you know what type of jellyfish it was and the best treatment for that particular type. 2. Remove any remaining tentacles. Protect your hands while doing this by using tweezers, heavy gloves, or a towel. Then, apply shaving cream or a paste of baking soda and water. Shave with a razor or the edge of a credit card.

3. Treat pain with an over-the-counter pain reliever. If pain is severe, see a doctor for more effective relief. 4. Treat itching with an over-the-counter anti-itch cream and/or an antihistamine, such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl®︎). If itching is severe, see a doctor for a stronger preparation. 5. See a doctor if someone is stung in the mouth, in or near the eye, on a large area of skin, or on the genital region.

Peacocks! There's a secret little peacock sanctuary {sort of a sanctuary}. It's down a dirt road to a dead end where there's a boarding kennel. Peacocks roam freely in the front yard. You just drive up & park. They'll come to you. If you have left over bread you can feed it to them--they'll expect it. It's free and just abt a 5-6 min drive from the house.

These sites offer discounts for many restaurants/activities. There are great tours/hunts using a smartphone as the tour guide, participants uncover clues and facts leading them on an interactive tour of various Galveston hot spots.

You can hire a service to set up canopies/chairs, etc. for you on Jamaica Beach through Rent BeachBox . com For my guests only, here's a special 10% discount code: Decks2Sea.