Updates in the Gulf - Reopening and Red Snapper Announcements.


For full details go to http://conta.cc/b109RR.

Things are picking up on Dauphin Island, I had some vacation rentals for the last two weekends I am in the process of selling a house and a lot, I just picked up a new lot and house to sell, for details on the house, lot and more go to http://ping.fm/TzkXO

There will be a Gumbo Cookoff, Saturday April 10, 2010 at the Isle Dauphine
Club from 11am-3pm. Check out the link for team requirements, guidelines,
and registration form.
http://ping.fm/otz6i

Come take a ride on the Ferry!! The Hornblower service will take you back and forth from Dauphin Island to Fort Morgan.

The Dauphin Island Sea Lab Foundation’s “Cocktails with the Critters”will be held April 22 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Oysterella’s, 1175 Battleship Parkway on Mobile Bay Causeway. Tickets are $50 and are available at Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium, at Carpe Diem Coffee and Tea Co. in Spring Hill or online at http://ping.fm/Gz4Tz “Cocktails with the Critters” helps fund programs at the sea lab and estuarium.

The Dauphin Island Sea Lab Foundation’s “Cocktails with the Critters”will be held April 22 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Oysterella’s, 1175 Battleship Parkway on Mobile Bay Causeway. Tickets are $50 and are available at Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium, at Carpe Diem Coffee and Tea Co. in Spring Hill or online at http://ping.fm/WB1L7 “Cocktails with the Critters” helps fund programs at the sea lab and estuarium.

The beautiful Dauphin Island Beaches!! Plenty of room to play and lay out in the sun. Don't ya wanna join us, book a rental while prices are low!! Grace Tyson Real Estate 800-865-8312 or 251-861-8312/ email grace@tysonrealestate.com.

MOBILE, Ala.

How would you like this view from your back porch?? Sea-N-Double is everyone's favorite place to stay with great fishing, 3 bed/2 bath, and only $185/night plus tax and cleaning. Just mention that you saw it this ad!! The beach is about 2 minutes away as well. Call or email now!! 800-865-8312 or grace@tysonrealestate.com.

2010 Dauphin Island Race - Sailboat Regata!!! April 24-25th. Don't miss it!! Check it out at www.bucyc.com

April 17th "7th Annual Dauphin Island Arts and Crafts Festival" at the St Francis Episcopal Church!!

Check out this Sheepshead caught near a rig out by Sand Island. They're moving inshore slowly but surely!! Get your fishing boat ready and come on down to Dauphin Island!! To rent a home or condo: Call Kristin 251-861-8312 or 800-865-8312 / email grace@tysonrealestate.com.

You can rent the "Beach Bum" right now for only $130/night or $800/week!!! This is a very large 4 bedroom/2 bath home with beautiful views and right across the street from the BEACH!!! Call Kristin 800-865-8312 or 251-861-8312 / email grace@tysonrealestate.com. Do it now before it's too late!!!

We got to go Fri.the 19th.Slick as glass 60 nm. offshore,723' deep...Wecatch a few of these in deep water but this one is the largest I'veever seen...I checked the Al. state record,It was 5lbs. 10oz....Thisone certified at 5lbs.14oz....We'll take 'em any way we can get'em.. And this one was caught by the girl on the boat!! Don't ya hate it when that happens!! lol

The Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo in July is one of the largest fishing Tournaments the Nation!
TheRodeo attracts over 100,000 spectators per year to its current DauphinIsland site. It also attracts over 3,200 fishermen each year andinvolves a host of civic-minded Jaycees and many volunteers who worktirelessly to advance the art and spirit of Sport Fishing in Alabama.

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http://ping.fm/uacL0 This could be you!! This weekend, this month, or this summer!! ALL RATES HAVE DROPPED!!!! 73 degrees and sunny this weekend and it'll just keep getting better as the summer aproaches. Call now, we're booking up fast. Grace Tyson Real Estate 800-865-8312 or 251-861-8312 or email grace@tysonrealestate.com.

Check out this rental with new LOW RATES for the summer!! It is a 3 bedroom/2bath duplex that is in the perfect place to enjoy the beach. Summer rate is only $185/night!!! Call now before it's booked!! Grace Tyson Real Estate 251-861-8312 or email grace@tysonrealestate.com.

Check out this red fish caught over the weekend! It's time to book that deep sea fishing trip now! Call Grace Tyson Real Estate 800-865-8312 or email grace@tysonrealestate.com. ALL NEW LOWER PRICES ON RENTALS!!

Fishing Report: We fished aboard the ESCAPE last week and came in with trigger fish, beeliners and lots of other fish. The weather is getting right to think about deep sea fishing. We were using squid and pogies for bait. ESCAPE was about 50-60 miles offshore in about 150 ft. of water. Call us to schedule your charter or party boat/walk on fishing trip. 251 861 5302.
www.captainmikeonline.com

Got invited to do some "Deep Dropping", going fishing 700ft deep water!! It's that time again and everyone's out enjoying their boats! Just look at that slick water!

It's the last day of winter and the weather is perfect!! 70 degrees and clear skies all day, so it's time to hit the beach! Spring rates are low this year, so why not plan a trip down to Dauphin Island. Call or email Grace Tyson Real Estate. grace@tysonrealestate.com or 251-861-8312

Birds like this Scarlet Tanager are just one of the many reasons that birders and bird photographers alike descend upon Dauphin Island, AL each spring. Observing hundreds of Tanagers, Orioles, Buntings, Bobolinks, Warblers, Vireos, and so many others, is truly a sight to behold!!!

PRICES ARE DROPPING!!! Rent the Waterfront, 2A Pass Chateau Townhome for only $200/night or $1400/week for the summer!!! 4 bedroom/4.5bath, 2 story, waterfront with boat slip, overlooking the Marina, elevator, 2 pools, covered parking, etc... Check it out at www.tysonrealestate.com or call 251-861-8312 for more details!!!

Oysters Relocating in Mobile Bay - Dauphin Island Alabama - WKRG.com : "Over six millions pounds of oysters will soon be relocated in Mobile Bay. Great News!!

FISH CAMP#3: Beds: 1 bunk, 1 sleeper sofa, 1 murphy bed. Bring your boat and gofishing! This unit has a wet slip for your boat and a community boatlaunch and swimming pool! $110/night or $700/week. Call Tyson Real Estate to book it now!! 800-865-8312 or 251-861-8312. or email grace@tysonrealestate.com

We have a new long term rental that will be available in May. It is a 3 bedroom/2bath beach house on the West End of the Island. $800/month plus utilities!! Great deal!! Call Tyson Real Estate for more information. 251-861-8312 or 800-865-8312

The warm weather is finally here and it's time to start booking that summer vacation. This weekend the temps are in the 70's and everyone is already hitting the beach! Call us today!! Tyson Real Estate 251-861-8312 or 800-865-8312, grace@tysonrealestate.com, www.tysonrealestate.com

SEA-N-DOUBLE- DAUPHIN ISLAND ON THE BAY
BEDS: 1 King, 1 queen, 2 bunks . SLEEPS: 8 max. 3bedroom/2bath,waterfront on Indian Bay with boat dock. Built 2007. Bring your boatand go fishing. Tell your friends to rent the other side of this duplex. Call Tyson Real Estate 800-865-8312 or 251-861-8312.

Summer is just around the corner!! The West End Beach is scheduled to open Mid-March which offers a variety of amenities including food and beverages, beach chairs and umbrellas, watercraft rentals, playground equipment for the kids, waterslides, clean restrooms and convenient parking. Plus Lifeguards on duty.

Whynot rent the Beach Bum for Spring Break! It's a 4 bedroom/2bath homeright across the street from the beach. Call Grace Tyson Real Estatefor availability and rates! 800-865-8312 or 251-861-8312

It's a sunny day here on the island, people are out looking at houses and booking rentals. It's about that time, so don't miss out. Call Grace Tyson Real Estate to buy or rent a home 251-861-8312 or 800-865-8312.

The Isle Dauphine Golf Course property is a valuable piece of realestate along the Gulf of Mexico. These scenic 18-hole public coursefeatures narrow fairways that meander among tall pines and naturaldunes. Accuracy is a premium on this 6,600 yard links-styles layoutwhere each hole offers a spectacular view of our unique coastalparadise.

The Duke is a 44 foot 68,000 lb Coast Guard Inspected Vessel Built for the express purpose of bringing people closer to the sea. She is a large stable vessel from which wildlife can easily be seen. Call now for reservations!!!

Come down and join us for the 78th Annual ALABAMA DEEP SEA FISHING RODEO, JULY 15-19, 2010!!! Be sure to plan for a rental early, they are already starting to book up. 1st place guaranteed $10,000!!! Call Grace Tyson Real Estate to book your rental now! 800-865-8312 or 251-861-8312.

Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo
Dates: Jul, 15 2010 to Jul, 19 2010
Location: Dauphin Island Alabama United States of America
Address: ADSFR - P.O. Box 16606 - Mobile, AL 36616
Entry Fees: Open Division $375 per Boat, Recreational Division $150 per Boat
Prize: 1st-10th place Open division with 1st place guaranteed $10,000.
Website: http://www.adsfr.com



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Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo
Dates: Jul, 15 2010 to Jul, 19 2010
Location: Dauphin Island Alabama United States of America
Type of Event: Tournament
Address: ADSFR - P.O. Box 16606 - Mobile, AL 36616
Regulations: Southern Kingfish Assoc
Entry Fees: Open Division $375 per Boat, Recreational Division $150 per Boat
Prize: 1st-10th place Open division with 1st place guaranteed $10,000.
Website: http://www.adsfr.com/

Dauphin Island is better than ever! Island attractions are up and running, the beaches are beautiful, lodging, services and businesses are available and open. Spring, summer, fall and winter 2010, beach houses and condos are available for vacation rentals.. Real Estate - residences, condos, beachhouses, lots and land are available.

Tyson Real Estate specializes in Home / Property Sales and Vacation Rentals on beautiful Dauphin Island, Alabama.
We list and sell a variety of properties from vacant wooded lots andbeachfront property to homes for year round living. Tyson realestate also manages rental properties including vacation rentals andannual rentals. Our rental properties range from apartments and condosto homes.

SHELL MOUNDS: Giant moss-draped live oaks, such as this specimen, are abundant throughout the Park. The tree above is estimated by botanists to be approximately 800 years old, and was a mature oak when the Spaniards first visited the shores of Dauphin Island in 1519. A self-guided tour through Shell Mound Park should be included in any visit to the area.

BEACH WEDDING!!! The beach has always been one of my favorite places on earth. The beachis why we love Dauphin Island so much. Standing there on the shores ofthe Gulf of Mexico, looking out over the surf, wind in my face andDauphin Island's warm white sand tickling my feet. There is somethingreally special about the beach.

March 5th - 6th Dauphin Island - Fort Gaines, "Siege of Fort Charlotte" Demonstrations of soldier life, cannon firing, blacksmith demonstrations. Friday 2-3pm - British Landing Party skirmish, Sat 2-3pm - Assault on the Fort.

Where better to get married than on the beach?

Thebeach has always been one of my favorite places on earth. The beach iswhy we love Dauphin Island so much. Standing there on the shores of theGulf of Mexico, looking out over the surf, wind in my face and DauphinIsland's warm white sand tickling my feet. There is something reallyspecial about the beach.

GUMBO COOK OFF

When: Saturday, April 10, 2010

Where: Isle Dauphine Club, 100 Orleans Drive, Dauphin Island, AL

Time: 11 AM - 3 PM

Located on the island is the Audubon BirdSanctuary, owned and managed by the Dauphin Island Park and BeachBoard. This sanctuary is the primary site of protected maritime foresthabitat on the island and one of the first areas of migrant birdlandfall.

CAPT MIKES DEEP SEA FISHING!! From billfishing for the magnificent blue marlin, tuna, wahoo & bull dolphin (mahi-mahi) to bottom fishing for huge red snapper, grouper and amberjack - to trolling for nice king mackerel - we have the boat to suit your needs. Everything for fishing is furnished, including licenses. You bring your food and drinks iced down in coolers.

Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary, AL

The sanctuary consists of 164 acres of maritime forest, marshes, dunes, a lake, swamp and beach.

77TH ALABAMA DEEP SEA FISHING RODEO - JULY 15-19, 2010!!

Morning coffee tastes so much better on the beach.
This time of year the morning sun gently warms the cool sand. Aninvigorating stroll along the surf is just the thing to start your day.Blue skies, sand as white and fine as sugar and a warm island breeze...It doesn't get any better that spring on Dauphin Island.
Come and get away to Dauphin Island this Spring.

1509 Bienville Ave.
Dauphin Island, AL 36528
850-ft.pier is one of only 2 deep-water gulf piers in Alabama. Excellentfishing including shark, king mackerel, speckled trout, flounder, redfish; great crabbing. Rental rods and tackle bait available.

The 18-hole "Isle Dauphine" course at the Isle Dauphine Club Golf Course facility in Dauphin Island, Alabamafeatures 6,620 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72 .The course rating is 70.8 and it has a slope rating of 123. Designedby Arch Winter, the Isle Dauphine golf course opened in 1962. JeffCollier manages the course as the Golf Professional.

100 Orleans Dr
Dauphin Island, AL 36528-4314
United States
P: (251) 861-2433
F: (251) 861-4229
http://www.dipoa.com

Dauphin Island is better than ever! Island attractions are up and running, the beaches are beautiful, lodging, services and businesses are available and open. Spring, summer, fall and winter 2010, beach houses and condos are available for vacation rentals.. Real Estate - residences, condos, beachhouses, lots and land are available.

The Lighthouse Bakery is the place to go for breakfast on DauphinIsland. Fresh-ground coffee, mouth-watering pastries and tasty omeletsare among the menu stars. Or stop by for lunch and bite into a delisandwich on freshly baked breads and rolls, then order up a homemadepie or cake to take home. 919 Chaumont Ave., Dauphin Island, Alabama 36528 ; 251-861-2253

It's time to start preparing for the FISHING RODEO, July 2010. We are already starting to book rentals for this event. Give us a call or check out our website www.tysonrealestate.com to book your rental today!! 251-861-8312

Fort Gaines
251/861-6992
51 Bienville Boulevard
Dauphin Island, Alabama 36528
Email: fortgaines@dauphinisland.org

DauphinIsland Alabama, is maybe the best real estate investment propertyin Mobile County. Located a few miles offshore in Mobile CountyDauphin Island is accessed by a bridge and is an incorporated city withpolice and city government. Snow white beaches and beach houses linethe west end of Dauphin Island. Whether your a sun worshiper, bayfisherman, writer or just like the peace and quiet of an islandsetting Dauphin Island Alabama real estate has it all. Dauphin Islandcondos and beach house rentals have easy access with 4 lane roads. Theisland has a lighted fishing pier and a few restaurants and pubs.

The name Cadillac Square Park comes from the fact that this was the site of the home of M. de La Mothe de Cadillac when he was appointed as the new Governor of the Louisiana Territory. Cadillac, who founded the city of Detroit in 1701, moved to Dauphin Island in 1713 along with his wife, son and daughters. The park provides picnic tables and bathrooms for the general public. It is also a central location for access to the island-long Bike Path.

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Fora summer home or just a beach rental Dauphin Island is the largest andonly inhabited island in the Mississippi Sound barrier island chainwith the tallest sand dunes. On the east end of the island is FortGaines which played a large part in the famous civil war Battle ofMobile Bay. Just off shore of the east end at the mouth of Mobile Bayis the Sand Island lighthouse.

DauphinIsland Bird Sanctuaries, Inc., is a non-profit organization workingwith the Dauphin Island Park and Beach Board in the management andpromotion of the Audubon Sanctuary. This Trail Guide describes thedifferent routes along the trail, with habitat description. For a fulldescription of the Audubon Bird Sanctuary, go to Audubon Bird Sanctuary on Dauphin Island.

Tired of the cold weather, ice, sleet, and snow? Come down to Dauphin Island this weekend!! The forecast calls for sunny skies Saturday and Sunday, with highs in the 50's. There is a party at the Pelican Pub for the Senior Bowl at 3pm Saturday, 1102 DeSoto Ave, Dauphin Island, AL 251-861-7180.

Everyone should try the "Common Loon", the best restaurant around these parts at Dauphin Island. They offer everything such as Seafood Po-boys, Hot Sandwiches, Hamburgers, a variety of Baskets, and Seafood Gumbo. And for the cold winter months they even take orders for Vegetable or Tomato soup! Worth every penny!! Prices from $5-$10.

The Estuarium is an exciting educational facility highlighting the four key habitats of coastal Alabama: the Mobile Tensaw River Delta, Mobile Bay, the Barrier Islands, and the Northern Gulf of Mexico. It includes the 10,000 square foot Exhibit Hall, and Living Marsh Boardwalk. There are beautiful visual exhibits and interactive exhibits that showcase Mobile Bay, the fourth largest estuary system in the United States.

Skateboard park on Bienville Blvd is now open!! It closes at dusk. Be sure to wear your protective gear! Have fun!

Now that temps are warming up, it's time to get ready for the "Battle of Mobile Bay" 5K race!! Date of race TBA.

The Dauphin Island shuttle service will be operating 7 days a week from 7:30-4:30 through the winter months. In addition, the Town is planning periodic "day trips" to the Mobile area for island residents.

Mardi Gras Parade starts at 1:00 Saturday, Jan. 23rd at Dauphin Island!! Our rates are low this time of year, so come stay for the weekend! 800-861-8312 and ask for Kristin!

Be sure and join us for the Mardi Gras Parades this Saturday, January 23rd, 2010!! It's supposed to be a beautiful weekend!!

The Krewe de la Dauphine has been rescheduled for Saturday, January 23.

See http://ping.fm/2sKW9 for parade routes.

Today is partly cloudy. It is expected to go down to 45 degrees tonight.

A new well will improve water quality for the island. Officials announced
the improvement recently to dig a new well to supply fresh water to Dauphin
Island residents. Full story:
http://ping.fm/O24Rf

It is a chilly 40 degrees this afternoon and should warm up to 58 degrees by
Saturday.

The weather today is a chilly 36 degrees.