Corpus Christi, Texas snorkeling ?'s

[miniz2k6]

i plan to make a trip to San Antonio,TX in a few months. while i'm there i plan on going snorkeling for the first time in Corpus Christi. anyone have any hints or tips for a first-timer? how do i go about legally collecting coral? will i be able to collect coral while snorkeling or do i need to dive to be able to reach the depths they are in? thinks in advance!

[divemonster]

I've not heard of snorkeling in Corpus. There are no natural reefs in that area. You should drive down to South Padre Island instead. Here is a link for a good dive operation that also does snorkel trips: http://www.divesouthpadre.com/snorkel.html

I was there 2 weeks ago diving the Texas Clipper. Way cool way to bring in the New Year!