More Sanibel Wildlife
This little screech owl appeared recently in an owl box on South Yachtsman on Sanibel. It is owl nesting season, but we don’t know if there is a nest in the box or if he’s just hanging out. Read More »
Category Archives: Events & Island Info
Happy Earth Day
Free admission to bikers and hikers at Ding Darling today with no cars to get in the way. They are celebrating the 41st anniversary of Earth Day. Come on out and enjoy this gorgeous weather we’re having. Read More »
Wanee Music Festival
We have just returned from this annual music fest on the Suwannee River near Live Oak, FL. This was our second year and the music was better than ever with 3 days worth of music from such bands as The Steve Miller Band, Robert Plank, and The Allman Brothers. Although there were “issues” with our rental RV, the great music,... Read More »
Snowy Plover Nesting Time
It’s snowy plover nesting season. Watch out for nests on the beach…they’re very well camouflaged! Read More »
Boston Red Sox Spring Training
The Sox play their final spring training game at City of Palms Park today. No one knows the future for this 19 year old park, located in downtown Ft. Myers, when the Sox move to their brand new spring training stadium next year. Lee county still owes over $23 million on the mortgage so they need to find a use for it soon. There is a national... Read More »
Bad News for Sanibel Fertilizer Ordinance
This years state legislative session is attempting to pass legislation that would create a state model that would preempt or override local government’s ability to set their own fertilizer guidelines. This is a critical issue for Sanibel as fertilizer runoff has a very detrimental affect on the quality of our wildlife and waterways. Sanibel has a very strict ordinance and has... Read More »
Sanibel Shell Fair
The shell fair last weekend was a huge success with record-setting attendance. Next year they celebrate the 75th year and are planning a weeklong exhibit and celebration. For all you shellers, mark your calendars now…February 26-March 12, 2012. Read More »
Minnesota Twins Spring Training Game
Minnesota Twins lost to the St. Louis Cardinals yesterday 10-4. Hammond Stadium was packed with a sell out crowd and it was also an attendance record for spring training. Today’s game is against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Read More »
Baseball Spring Training
The Boston Red Sox and Minnesota Twins are both in town for spring training. It’s a big draw and the weather has been perfect for baseball. Read More »
Sanibel Shell Fair Coming Soon
Mark you calendars! Next Thursday-Saturday (March 3-5) is our annual shell fair at the Sanibel Community Center. There are always new and interesting exhibits, but go early to avoid the crowds. Read More »