In a Flip-Flop State of Mind.

The 2018-19 Federal Duck Stamp designed by Bob Hautman

Three-time Federal Duck Stamp winner Bob Hautman will travel from Minnesota to headline the 10th annual free Conservation Art Day at the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Saturday, October 13 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Florida Junior Duck Stamp winner Anna Grace Swanson and Federal Junior Duck Stamp winner Rayen Kang will also be on hand.  » Read more

Don’t count laps. Make every lap count!

The Sanibel Recreation Center is once again offering Swim Gym on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

The water-based fitness program, which is similar to the U.S. Masters swimming program, is open to individuals 18 years and older who are looking to improve their fitness through swimming.

Structured workouts offer training assistance,  » Read more

The wait is almost over!  The Sanibel Island Farmers Market will be starting its 11th season this weekend.

The popular outdoor marketplace will once again operate every Sunday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. through the end of May.

Located at City Hall, the open-air market will feature over 40 vendors offering local produce, baked goods, live plants, fresh seafood,  » Read more

Photo by David Mintz, AJC

SANIBEL ISLAND, FLA. —

While admiring the reflection of a brilliant sunset on the water, a roseate spoonbill with a glorious fan of pink and crimson plumage swept in from nowhere and scooped up a wiggling flash of silver in its long bill. After gulping the fish down, the long-legged wading bird stood basking in the fading orange-pink glow,  » Read more

Thanks to our friends at the Island Reporter for this update!

In 2009, F.I.S.H. of Sanibel-Captiva held its first 10K “Race 4 F.I.S.H.” fundraiser for the non-profit organization, which was founded 36 years ago based on the concept of “neighbors helping neighbors.” This year’s race is scheduled for October 27th, starting at 7 a.m. at the Sanibel Community Park.

The event utilizes the help of the city of Sanibel,  » Read more

Scouting is all about adventure, family and fun, so what better place than Sanibel for your child to earn those next few merit badges?

On Nov. 17, the  J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel Island will host its first Merit Badge University for registered Boy Scouts of America.

Scouts from around the nation will have the opportunity to earn up to two out of six badges being offered that day.  » Read more

Photo by James Schwabel, Alamy

The “Let’s Get Outside” Day will kick off this year’s weekend-long “Ding” Darling Days on Friday, Oct. 12 at the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel, and what a line-up they’ll be featuring!

Wildlife Drive is normally closed on Fridays, but the refuge is offering free admission to cyclists and hikers from 7:30 a.m.  » Read more

The Ocean Tribe Paddlers Club hosts monthly meet-ups to enjoy group paddles on beautiful San Carlos Bay.  The next meet-up is scheduled for October 9th, where participants are invited to meet on the west side of Causeway Island A at 4:45 p.m.  Paddlers will then depart to enjoy about an hour on the water together.

“Our meet-ups are designed to give paddling enthusiasts an opportunity to hang out,  » Read more

Creative Theater Workshop, a nonprofit children’s theater based on Sanibel, held its first rehearsals for the upcoming production of Willy Wonka Jr., coming to the Herb Strauss Theater in October.

“We have 50 kids representing over 23 Lee County schools,” said Michelle Hamstra, artistic director for Creative Theater Workshop. “We would love to see this beautiful theater continue to serve the community for years to come.”

Willy Wonka Jr.  » Read more

“And the turtles of course …

all the turtles are free.

As turtles, and maybe,

all creatures should be.” 

— Dr. Seuss

Should you have any photos you’d like to share, please email them to [email protected].  » Read more