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Third Generation Ocean Reachers!

It’s always delightful to welcome back first, second and third generations to Ocean’s Reach!

Ben and Grace have been coming to Ocean’s Reach for as long as they can remember, thanks to owners and proud grandparents Dave and Sandy H.

It’s been wonderful seeing them biking, shelling, and playing all around the resort, enjoying our gorgeous mid-80 degree November weather with the rest of their family.  » Read more

Our Winter Blues

It’s that time of year again. You know what’s coming. Cold, gloomy days that are likely to make your mood drop as fast as the thermometer.

This year, we encourage you to redefine your winter blues. Come stay at Ocean’s Reach, where our weather blues mean something a little different. Here, it’s all about bright blue skies and inviting blue water. Simply waiting for you to enjoy amid the sun-soaked serenity of Sanibel Island.  » Read more

Picnic at the Pink Out

Owner Judy G (top right) joined her good pal Carol at the 6th annual Pink Out Sanibel & Captiva Islands – also known as Picnic at the Pink Out – held recently at Sanibel Fire & Rescue District Station #1.

More than 40 people, including breast cancer survivors and family and friends attended the celebratory event, which also helped raise money for uninsured women needing mammograms and related needs on the island.  » Read more

Sanibel Fresh

Photo credit: Artis Henderson, Special to The News-Press

Article by Artis Henderson, originally published in The News-Press:

Sanibel recently got an update to its healthy-eating options.

In August, Sanibel Fresh opened in the former Bennett’s Fresh Roast space on the island, swapping out doughnuts and coffee for acai bowls, Florida-brewed kombucha and locally sourced meats,  » Read more

Veteran’s Day on Sanibel

With respect, honor and gratitude, we thank all who have served.
 

The City of Sanibel and the Lee Coast Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) will conduct our annual Veterans Day ceremony on the grounds of Sanibel City Hall beginning at 11 a.m.    » Read more

Fred Bondurant, past chapter president, will officiate. Mayor Kevin Ruane, Sanibel City Council members and Sanibel City Manager Judie Zimomra are also expected to participate.

Stoked about the Stokes!

Nationally acclaimed bird authors, TV personalities, and longtime Sanibel Island winter residents Don and Lillian Stokes will again contribute their time and expertise to lead two fundraising birders tram tours of the “Ding” Darling Refuge on Friday, Feb. 9, 2018. Visitor & Education Center doors open at 7 a.m. for continental breakfast, and trams depart at 7:30 a.m.

Wildlife Drive is normally closed on Fridays,  » Read more

Pedal Power

 
“Life is like riding a bicycle. In order to keep your balance, you must keep moving.”  – Albert Einstein
 
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Owners Bob and Judy G. snapped this photo of daughter Rachel on her recent visit here, when she pedaled more than 550 miles during her week on Sanibel.
 
That’s some serious pedal power!  Can’t wait to see what she does on her next trip down!

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