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VIP Marinas’ Marina Bay Harbor Marina Breaks Ground on 64,000-Square-Foot Dry Storage Barn Expansion
KEMAH, TX – April 23, 2026 – VIP Marinas and the Marina Bay Harbor Marina team officially began construction on a 63,990-square-foot dry storage expansion.
Expanding local economic impact: Marina Bay Harbor Sets a New Standard for Gulf Coast Boat Storage
The landscape of the Kemah and Clear Lake areas will soon undergo a significant transformation as VIP Marinas and the Marina Bay Harbor team break ground on a massive 63,990-square-foot dry boat storage expansion.
The Importance of Yearly Engine Service for Texas Gulf Coast boaters
Yearly engine service is one of the most important things you can do for your boat, especially for the boaters of regions like Houston and Galveston and those who wander the Texas Gulf Coast. If you’re already looking forward to long summer days on your boat, take the time now to make sure your engine is in good condition. Otherwise, you could find yourself out of luck when the warm weather finally comes around. Instead of basking in the sun, you could be cooling your heels in the repair shop.
A Texas Gulf Coast guide to a Garmin Marine GPS purchase and installation
From picking the right Garmin chartplotter to nailing the install, this Texas Gulf Coast guide covers STRIKER, ECHOMAP, and GPSMAP features, LiveScope, and DIY steps. Prefer a clean, pro setup? Marina Bay Harbor in Clear Lake Shores is an authorized Garmin reseller and installation center, ready to outfit your boat for your next trip offshore.
The CCA Texas STAR Tournament brings joy (and new trucks) to Texas anglers
Inside the 2025 CCA Texas STAR as tagged redfish landed at Marina Bay Harbor earn anglers trucks, boats, and scholarships while supporting coastal conservation.
The ultimate Clear Lake guide for Galveston Bay fishing
Plan a Galveston Bay fishing trip with our Clear Lake guide: best spots, live bait, redfish and trout tactics, charters, gear, and Marina Bay Harbor tips.
How to store your boat during a hurricane
There’s one aspect of summer planning on the Gulf Coast that boaters and summer enthusiasts easily overlook in all the excitement: hurricane preparation for your boat.
How to know if your boat has suffered freeze damage
Learn how to spot freeze damage on your boat after a Texas cold snap. Watch for leaks, cracks, and signs of fluid expansion after freezing temps.
Your Gulf Coast sportfishing fuel guide: Ethanol-free gas pros and cons
In this article: why use ethanol free gas? Is non ethanol gas better? Pros and cons of ethanol free gas.