After a storm, hope for the quiet waters of October
Editor’s Note: Van Hubbard was up in North Carolina, on vacation, when the flood waters came up to his cabin. He came through the storm, only to find his house flooded here. The bill came due for waterfront views. Just some thoughts on the sustainability of living on our beaches and open-water views. Our Florida […]
Boca Grande Fishing Pier damaged by Hurricane Helene
The Boca Grande Fishing Pier, which had just been reopened after its earthen approach shoulder was damaged by Hurricane Debby, has been closed again.
The approach path to t…
EcoWatch: A change – good eco news
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.”
Margaret Mead, American cultural anthrop…
Renourishment in Lee County funded
ee coThe Lee Board of County Commissioners voted last week to award a nearly $39.2 contract to nourish beaches on Lovers Key and Bonita Beach to address chronic erosion and dam…
And then there were 10: Turtle patrol winding down nest checks
And then there were ten. Yes, the BGSTA turtle patrollers are down to the last ten incubating nests on the island. Eight loggerhead and two green turtle nests. The last observe…
Help prevent water pollution
BY THE BARRIER ISLAND PARKS SOCIETY
Marine pollution is an increasing threat to the overall health of Florida. It makes a negative impact in many ways, and it comes from man…
Fishing Guides hold Annual Meeting
On September 5, the Boca Grande Fishing Guides Association held their Annual Meeting, and discussed the future of the organization.
“Systems need to be put in place for the …