Sudden Sunday storm makes for water distress calls, kayak death
Above, the storm as it came across the Gulf on Sunday. It was captured by a Beacon reader. Diane Cates said, “I was walking on the beach, felt a little wind on my back, turned around and thought, is that real? At first I thought it was my sunglasses, then realized I needed to run […]
Panther death report
The remains of an eight-month-old female Florida panther (UCFP498) were collected on January 18, 2026, on CR951 in Collier County, 250 yds. north of the entrance to Naples Herita…
Seagrass expert of renown to speak at Lemon Bay
The Lemon Bay Conservancy welcomes Dr. James W. Fourqurean, distinguished university professor and associate director, Institute of Environment, Florida International University…
Stable sea turtle population a small victory for Florida conservation
Decades of research, protective laws and community involvement are paying off for Florida’s sea turtles, a conservation success story shared by Dr. Jake Lasala of Mote Marine Lab…
New watering conservation rule from Lee County
Residents of unincorporated Lee County are reminded that beginning Feb. 1, a one-day-a-week watering schedule will be in place through the end of May to conserve water and protec…
Take advantage of the low tide, and chilly water
Several people have asked me about our extremely low tides recently. I’ll try to help you understand what creates them. First, of course, is the moon. Both the full and new moons…
EcoWatch: Clean Water Act needs your support – get involved
Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. It is the only thing that ever has.
Margaret Mead (1901–1978) American Cultural Anthropo…