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Comprehensive Landscape Solutions with iLandClearing

We want to announce https://ilandclearing.com our latest addition to the Matavesi International holdings.

iLandClearing can help you with property landscape management tasks big or small. From demolition to pasture management. We can build and maintain trails across your property for fun and functional use. We are skilled in desert restoration and erosion control.

Our equipment is a Kubota 75 horsepower track steer machine and is capable of running in any climate.

We have attachments that include:

  • Rotary Disk Mulcher – can demolish trees up to 8 inches and mow heavy grass
  • Hydraulic Auger – we can dig a hole 8 inches in diameter up to 12 inches. and 8 feet deep
  • Tree Stump digger – this attachment can dig up stubborn roots and push trees over
  • Grapple Blade – for bundling vegetation or destruction of a building
  • 74″ Flat Blade – for general grading, moving of materials, or cutting a pathway
  • Trencher Blade – a 60 inch by 6 inch blade for digging trenches for waterlines, sewer, or electrical and data lines.
  • 74″ Box Blade – for ripping and also leveling land, very useful for pathways and food plots

Head on over to https://ilandclearing.com to schedule your consultation today!

Our service area is a 100 mile path between Palacios and Terlingua, Texas through Austin.

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Escape to Palacios, Texas: A Coastal Retreat from Hurricanes

Escape hurricane Milton and the after effects of Hurricane Helene with a short (relatively) drive to Palacios Texas, where you can enjoy the serenity of our small coastal town. We have space for you to stretch your legs and relax.

Explore our town with a walk through our central business district, check out the Pirate Queen Designs shop on Main Street for a browse.

Enjoy a bowl of Pho at Henderson’s drive in at the corner of 35 and Henderson in the blue building or have a big dinner at Trans Restaurant, also located on Henderson across the street from Wananavu Outfitters.

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Paddle Boarding Basics

Safety Rules

The sport of SUP boarding has exploded. Thousands of new folks are getting on the water with their boards for the first time. It’s great, it’s fun, but do you know what you need to have and do to be legal on the water?

The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) has determined that SUP boards operated outside a surfing, swimming or bathing area are “vessels” under USCG regulations. The following refers to what that means for you when you’re outside those areas.

  • Life Jackets:

Each paddler 13 years of age or older must have a USCG-approved Type I, II, III, or appropriate Type V (see below) life jacket. It doesn’t have to be worn, although that’s certainly the wisest plan, and one which we strongly recommend.
A child 12-years old or younger must wear their USCG-approved life jacket.
The jacket must be in “serviceable condition,” without rips, tears or deterioration that will diminish its performance.
The jacket must be of an appropriate size and fit for the wearer.
A Type V jacket can be used as long as it’s USCG-approved and applicable for the activity.
Belt pouch-type inflatable PFDs must be worn on the person to meet the life jacket regulation. For other types of inflatable PFDs, check the approval description printed on the unit for restrictions.
For all life jackets, be sure to read the label to know if special requirements pertain to that device.

Other Required Gear:

  • A whistle or other sound producing device must be carried to warn other boaters.
  • If you’re on the water after sunset, you need to have a flashlight, or similar lighting device, to warn other boaters.

What You Need to Do:

As the operator of a vessel, you need to follow the Navigation Rules.
You are also required to report any boating accident or injury to the local reporting authority, either the USCG or other agency that has been delegated that authority.

So, if you have this gear and follow these rules you should be legal under USCG regulations. State and local agencies may have additional rules or more restrictive versions of the federal ones.

Remember, on a SUP board you’re about the most vulnerable person on the water. Watch out for power boats and other crafts; use your signaling devices to help them spot you. Wearing brightly colored life jackets and apparel in well traveled waterways can be a life saver. Also, many boating accidents involve alcohol; it’s best to leave the celebration until you’re back on shore.

Have a great time on the water and above all, boat safe!

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When to Pickup

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Where to Paddle Locally