Rockport got its name from the rock ledge that runs along the shore of bay. Its main economic drivers are tourism, shipping, and fishing. We have been here for three months and spent many hours at various marinas and scouted out interesting piers. Here the marinas are filled primarily with what we call ‘working’ boats. Very few boats are fancy. Boats go out to dredge for oysters and then when the shrimping season opens they trade their dredging buckets for shrimping nets. Both activities are highly regulated and areas where either oysters or shrimp can be harvested are limited and the quantities are also restricted. Both industries have suffered major setbacks in the past few decades from the effects of flooding (too much fresh water dumped in the bay), pollution such as oil spills and then hurricanes! On August 25, 2017, Hurricane Harvey made landfall over Rockport. The devastation was horrific! While some areas in Rockport are fully recovered there are many areas where one sees destruction that can only be attributed to a major hurricane.
Three Guys and a Mountain
Steve, Greg and Tom decided to check out the sunset . . . but waaaaay out at the Superstition Mountains. Sky Fire, my sunset app suggested there might be some color, but mostly to the south of the area. They were not daunted. Am glad they went and here are their best to share.
Sunset
Greg and Ann arrived early in the afternoon. There was still some time to get in some photography. But, where to go? I suggested driving towards Patagonia. Tom had found some really good fudge at Ovens of Patagonia and was hoping to get more before we leave the area. Off they went while I stayed home for some wonderful 'private time'. Photographers are predictable. If you go as far as Patagonia, why not check out Patagonia Lake? They were treated to an awesome sunset over the lake.
Don't feel sorry for me that I missed out on a great photographic opportunity. I was certainly welcome to go with them. While I prepared for dinner they captured images that were generously shared. By the time they got back the table was set, dinner almost ready and we enjoyed great company over the enchiladas and salad Ann brought with her. Life is pretty good!!