BY CAPT. WILL WATERHOUSE
The rain and wind the past few weeks have limited the tarpon fishing, but it’s looking like the weather is going to settle down and we will be able to get back out in th…
“Sea turtles have stood the test of time. They are among the oldest living creatures on Earth. Their origins date back at least 110 million years ago, when dinosaurs roamed the earth. But plastic po…
BY ARLENE HALL BGSTA SECRETARY
The rainy weather system of the past week had some impact on the BGSTA’s turtle patrol activities as well as on established nests. Most mornings, the BGSTA volunte…
Twice a year, the Audubon Florida Everglades team brings together updates on restoration, research, and policy issues impacting the River of Grass.
“We are celebrating successes. New projects are…
Lee County has hired Certified Arborist Rick Joyce for a survey of the health of the Banyan Street banyan trees. The Lee County Department of Transportation anticipates having a full report on the s…
The Boca Grande Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Educate Boca Golf Scramble on Monday, Oct. 7.
The Chamber’s “Educate Boca” Scholarship Fund is a non-profit corporation established b…
Second was Outta Line; last fish was goodnight with Irene, too
BY BETSY FUGATE JOINER, PRESIDENT, GASPARILLA ISLAND MARITIME MUSEUM
The Gasparilla Island Maritime Museum hosted the “Ladies How…
The state is soliciting bids for the renourishment of the south end of Gasparilla Island at Gasparilla Island State Park. The process will include 150,000 cubic yards of fill that is “compatible wit…
As summer gets underway in Boca Grande, iguanas have become more of a problem for some.
A reminder that Lee County residents can call (855) 525-5656 to request a removal, during which they will…
BY CAPT. SANDY MELVIN
A tropical low weather system moved over us this week bringing some much needed rain in abundance, but it has also put a damper on our tarpon fishing for a few days.
When…
