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May 14, 2026
Through week ending 05/13/26 Weekly turtle reports State Park Turtle Numbers Cayo Costa- 11 Loggerhead Gasparilla- 2 Loggerhead Don Pedro- 8 Loggerhead Stump Pass- 2 Loggerhead

May 14, 2026
SUP Englewood’s “Coffee & Conservation” event series continues to bring the community together to learn about local conservation efforts and engage with experts dedicated to protecting Florida’s…

May 14, 2026
Charlotte water quality expert Charlotte County has made a major commitment to water quality in the hiring of Brandon Moody, who carries the simple title of the county’s water quality manager. Tw…

May 14, 2026
When all the trees have been cut down, when all the animals have been hunted, when all the waters are polluted, when all the air is unsafe to breathe, only then will you discover you cannot eat mone…

May 14, 2026
BY BILLY CALDWELL Sue Sligar and Kris Elbert celebrating Mother’s Day fishing with Capt. Cam Schurlknight catching a 130 pound tarpon. Phil Elbert and Billy Caldwell offered moral support!

May 7, 2026
Through week ending: 05/06/26 First week of weekly turtle reports. BGSTA

May 7, 2026
Above, Cherie DeVaux appears on a billboard in Englewood this week, after training a Derby winner.  Photo by Garland  When Golden Tempo won the 152nd Kentucky Derby on May 2, the win created hist…

May 7, 2026
With upcoming Safe Boating Week and Wear Your Life Jacket at Work Day, the local Coast Guard Auxiliary will be supporting safe boating activities. To support safe boating, Flotilla 99, Cape Haze…

May 7, 2026
FROM CHARLOTTE COUNTY A Least Tern colony was identified on the northern end of Boca Grande on April 24. Charlotte County coastal staff posted the area with stakes, flagging and signage to notify…

May 7, 2026
Ladies Day Fishing The annual Ladies Day Tarpon Tournament will be held on Saturday, May 9 from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. An open awards party to follow at Scarpa’s Coastal from 8 to 10 p.m. This ye…