Port O’Connor, TX – May 8, 2025 – Captain Wes Bodden, a seasoned angler with deep roots in Texas coastal fishing, proudly announces the launch of his premier fishing guide service, Lured Out, in Port O’Connor, Texas. This venture offers tailored fishing experiences for anglers of all skill levels, focusing on inshore fishing adventures in one of Texas’s most bountiful coastal regions.
With over a decade of experience navigating the intricate waterways of Port O’Connor, Captain Bodden brings unparalleled knowledge and passion to every trip. Lured Out targets the area’s renowned inshore species, including redfish, speckled trout, flounder, sheephead, and black drum. Whether guests are seasoned anglers or first-time fishermen, Captain Bodden ensures a memorable and productive day on the water.
Services Offered:
Inshore Fishing Charters: Half-day and full-day trips targeting redfish, trout, and flounder.
Jetty Fishing for all the above and more
Family-Friendly Outings: Customized trips suitable for all ages, focusing on education and fun.
Corporate Fishing Trips
Captain Bodden’s commitment to safety, education, and conservation sets Lured Out apart. He provides all necessary equipment, including rods, reels, bait, and safety gear, ensuring guests can focus solely on the fishing experience.
About Captain Wes Bodden:
A native Texan, Captain Bodden has spent his life exploring the Gulf Coast’s rich fishing grounds. His deep respect for the ecosystem and dedication to sustainable fishing practices make him a trusted guide and steward of the environment. His personable approach and wealth of knowledge have earned him a loyal following among local and visiting anglers alike.
Booking Information:
To book a trip with Lured Out or to learn more about the services offered, interested parties can contact Captain Wes Bodden directly:
Phone: (325) 315-8345
Website: www.luredout.com
Embark on an unforgettable fishing adventure with Captain Wes Bodden and discover the incredible fishing waters of Port O’Connor, Texas.
1 Two Tree Trimming keeps San Antonio properties safe and beautiful with expert tree trimming, cleanup, and maintenance.
Why Pre-Spring Tree Pruning Matters for San Antonio Lawns Enhance Health, Safety, and Curb Appeal with Seasonal Tree Care from 1 Two Tree Trimming
As the chill of winter starts to fade and San Antonio’s warmer days creep in, your trees are already preparing for a new burst of life. Buds begin to form, sap starts to rise, and roots prepare to support another season of growth. But before this transformation begins, there’s one essential task every homeowner should prioritize: pre-spring tree pruning.
Far more than a cosmetic touch-up, pre-spring pruning is a proactive step that sets the tone for a healthy, vibrant, and safe landscape throughout the year. Whether you want your trees to bloom more beautifully or simply want to protect your home from potential hazards, the timing and technique of early pruning can make all the difference.
At 1 Two Tree Trimming, we specialize in helping San Antonio homeowners get their trees in top shape before the spring season officially arrives. In this article, we’ll explore why pre-spring pruning matters and how our expert crews can help you maximize the benefits.
Pruning your trees just before the growing season offers advantages that extend well beyond appearances. From boosting tree health to preventing safety hazards, here’s why timing your pruning before spring bloom is essential:
1. Encourages Stronger, Healthier Growth Cutting back dead, weak, or overcrowded branches allows your tree to focus energy on the parts that matter most. As new growth begins in spring, the tree can channel nutrients into strong, well-placed limbs, resulting in a more balanced and vigorous canopy.
2. Reduces Risk of Storm Damage San Antonio is no stranger to spring thunderstorms. By trimming problem limbs early—especially those overhanging roofs, driveways, or walkways—you reduce the risk of heavy branches breaking off in high winds or rain.
3. Improves Airflow and Sunlight Penetration Thinning out dense areas of the canopy allows better air circulation and sunlight to reach the tree’s interior. This helps prevent fungal growth, discourages pests, and promotes a stronger lawn and garden beneath the trees.
4. Enhances Curb Appeal Shapely, well-pruned trees instantly elevate the appearance of your yard. With cleaner silhouettes and more space for spring blooms, your landscape looks organized, welcoming, and professionally maintained.
5. Prevents Pest and Disease Problems Many insects and fungi become active in early spring. Removing deadwood and damaged limbs before the season changes eliminates breeding and feeding grounds for pests like aphids, beetles, and borers, helping keep infestations at bay.
The Ideal Trees for Pre-Spring Pruning in San Antonio
Not all trees require early-season pruning, but many species in San Antonio benefit greatly from it. These include:
Crape Myrtles – Pruned correctly, these trees respond with bigger, bolder blooms in the summer.
Cedar Elms & Live Oaks – Pruning while dormant reduces the risk of oak wilt and strengthens the tree’s structure.
Fruit Trees (Peach, Plum, Pear) – Boost fruit production and shape growth for easier harvesting later.
Pecan Trees – Remove weak or crossed limbs to improve air circulation and prevent storm damage.
Ornamentals – Trees like vitex and redbuds thrive when shaped before buds break open.
At 1 Two Tree Trimming, we assess each tree type in your yard and create a custom pruning plan based on its species, health, and position on your property.
Why Timing Matters
Tree pruning isn’t just about what you cut—it’s about when you cut. Late winter to early spring is the sweet spot because:
Trees are still dormant, which means cuts are less stressful
There’s less sap flow, reducing the risk of bleeding or attracting pests
Healing begins right as the tree wakes up and starts growing again
You’re less likely to interfere with nesting birds or wildlife
Waiting too long into spring means you risk cutting back new buds, reducing blooms, or weakening the tree’s energy reserves. Getting ahead of the season allows your trees to go into spring healthy, balanced, and ready to flourish.
The 1 Two Tree Trimming Approach
When you call 1 Two Tree Trimming for pre-spring pruning, you’re not getting a basic trim—you’re getting a team of experienced professionals who understand local trees, climate conditions, and best practices for seasonal tree care.
Here’s what you can expect:
On-site inspection of every tree in your landscape
Targeted pruning to remove hazards, improve structure, and promote healthy growth
Clean cuts that encourage fast healing and reduce disease risk
Full debris cleanup so your yard is ready for spring
Transparent advice on tree health and seasonal maintenance
We work efficiently and carefully, always putting the health of your trees—and the beauty of your landscape—first.
Get Your Trees Spring-Ready Today
Don’t wait until your trees are already blooming to take action. Pre-spring pruning is your opportunity to set your yard up for a successful season. With expert guidance and precision cuts from 1 Two Tree Trimming, you can enjoy peace of mind knowing your trees are safe, beautiful, and ready to grow.
If you’re in the San Antonio area, give us a call to schedule your free tree assessment and discover how early pruning can protect your trees and boost your curb appeal.
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One troubling concern for parents of small children is non-nutritive sucking of thumbs, fingers, pacifiers, or bottles. Will non-nutritive sucking (NNS) lead to orthodontic or facial growth problems? At what age does damage start? Should I encourage my child to stop sucking or wait until the habit is given up naturally? Will forcing a child to give up NNS cause them to develop a substitute habit or psychological disturbance?thumb sucking
Authorities in the field of dental and facial development agree that prolonged NNS can lead to disturbances in tooth position, facial growth and speech development.
The amount of damage is related to the frequency, intensity and duration of the habit, and often needs to be professionally evaluated. The important thing to realize is that the digit or pacifier sucking habit is only part of the picture. The real danger is that the sucking habit changes the dental and oral environment in ways that encourage other, more permanent, problems such as tongue thrust swallowing and abnormal resting position of the tongue. These habits are dangerous because they are more difficult to observe. They are subconscious and therefore, hard to break, and they often continue the problems of facial and dental development even after the NNS habit has been given up.
Studies show that 50%-70% of children have NNS habits in the first year of life. During this period, NNS is considered normal and perhaps even beneficial. By age four, this percentage is reduced to 25%. By this age, any real benefits of NNS are gone, and all that remains is empty habit. The danger of permanent effects on teeth and jaws is becoming very real. In addition, there are other health and social adjustment problems such as peer rejection which can become problematic as a child makes the transition from close ties with parents at home to a school environment.
Methods of discouraging NNS habits vary greatly, ranging from simple behavior modification problems, to reminders and mild impedances like a sock or glove, to dental devices such as “rakes” or “spurs” that definitely make sucking less pleasurable. Scientific studies have shown that encouraging a child to give up an NNS habit rarely causes the development of nervous habits. To the contrary, giving up sucking usually marks a period of improved self-esteem and social adjustment.
Factors common to all cessation methods are; the desire to stop on the part of the child, the maintenance of the child’s self-esteem and the caring support of family and involved professionals. It is important that the child views the habit correction not as punitive but as something that is beneficial and will help him or her accomplish a goal.
Age five is then the upper limit of when non-nutritive sucking should be discontinued. Warning signs to look for are:
DENTAL AND FACIAL WARNING SIGNS
Upper front teeth spaced or protruding in front of lower front teeth.
Upper front teeth don’t show enough and seem pushed up under the lip.
Bite is “open” in front and upper teeth don’t cover the lowers.
Tongue seems visible or protruding.
Upper row of teeth appears to narrow for the face.
Lips are apart at rest.
Lower jaw often seems to be moving or wiggling.
Lower jaw and chin are shifted to one side.
BEHAVIORAL WARNING SIGNS
Age five or older.
Vigorous sucking.
Sucking at school or during the day at home.
Family arguments regarding the habit.
SPEECH WARNING SIGNS
Lisping (using the tongue to help pronounce sounds like “S”).
Substitution of “th” for “s” as in “thither” instead of “sister.”
(Note the above speech signs are normal when upper front baby teeth are missing while being replaced by permanent teeth.)thumb sucking
Dental, speech or other professionals can help in ways other than by placing discouragement devices. It is often possible for an interested bu independent authority to have more impact and success in convincing a child to abandon sucking habits by pointing out the damage that is occurring. When professionals become involved, and the issue is no longer confined to the parent and the child, the sucking habit is less likely to become grounds for a parent/child power struggle.
We recommend examination by an orthodontist at age five if a habit persists, and at age seven if a habit has been given up but any of the above warning signs remain.
An excellent book with more information on this subject is “David Decides” by Susan M. Heitler, Ph.D. It is available at some book stores. We have a copy at our office which we would be pleased to loan.
