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Share the shore with nesting birds this Fourth
Although beachside fireworks shows are entertaining to people, the bursts of color and noise wreak havoc on coastal birds —…
Get prepped for the Fourth of July on Gasparilla Island
A roundup of upcoming events and specials in Boca Grande and around Cape Haze and Charlotte County. Some events:
Golf Ca…
Fishing is unique to each of us
Many of us start fishing as kids, introduced by parents or grandparents. It seems to me the younger we are exposed to the o…
A guide to Gasparilla Island and Boca Grande beach parking
Editor’s Note: As of 8/5/2025, Lee County passed a sweeping parking…
SW Florida Fishing: Minor delay … back to fishing
BY CAPT. WILL WATERHOUSE
The rain and wind the past few weeks ha…
EcoWatch: Sea turtles vs Plastics = Demise
“Sea turtles have stood the test of time. They are among the oldest living creatures on Earth. Their origins date back at l…
Letters: Families need beaches, open up 5th Street, respect for environment
To the Editor:
My husband and I visit Boca Grande quite often. I read with great interest the articles focusing on the p…
Turtle report: Downpours and lightning do not deter volunteers
BY ARLENE HALL BGSTA SECRETARY
The rainy weather system of the past week had some impact on the BGSTA’s turtle patrol a…
Deadline upcoming for Sea Grape bathroom bids at Gasparilla Island State Park
June 25 is the deadline for bids for new bathrooms at Gasparilla Island State Park and their Sea Grape lot.
The Florida…
Audubon Everglades team issues report on restoration, bird populations
Twice a year, the Audubon Florida Everglades team brings together updates on restoration, research, and policy issues impac…










