Houston Matters
A 300-ton pile of oyster shells and a unique plan to restore reefs along Galveston Bay
Posted on · We learn why a Houston-area oyster company and a local restaurant are working to restore an oyster reef that they can’t harvest.
Tag: oyster reef restoration
Houston Matters
Severe weather in Houston (Nov. 30, 2023)
Posted on · On Thursday's show: With potential severe weather expected in the area, we talk about what Houstonians should be prepared for and how to stay safe. And we recap the Atlantic hurricane season as it comes to an end.
Energy & Environment
How Two New Projects Aim To Boost Texas’ Declining Oyster Population (And Why It Matters)
Posted on · An estimated 50-85% of the Gulf of Mexico’s original oyster reefs have disappeared.
Houston Matters
On Galveston Bay, There’s More to Fishing Than Bait and Tackle
Posted on · The Houston region has a wealth of opportunities for recreational fishing. From ponds to lakes and out to the Gulf of Mexico, thereâs no shortage of places to fish. And if youâre a beginner or donât own the equipment you need, there are hundreds of guides to choose from. Houston Mattersâ Maggie Martin met up […]