First Place: Ben Vanos’ “Green Heron Raising its Crest”
Second Place: Paul Brook’s “Mangrove Cuckoo with iO Moth Caterpillar”
Third Place: Linda Kruleski’s “Hawk with Snake”
“Ding” Darling Wildlife Society-Friends of the Refuge (DDWS) recently announced the winners of its annual “Ding” Darling Days Amateur Nature Photography Contest. » Read more
It was like a Royal Tern convention came to town when Andy shot this photo last week!
It was a rather bizarre scene seeing this many birds together and we’re so glad Andy was able to capture the gathering.
Royal terns are shorebirds, rarely straying far inland. When winter weather approaches, they can be found on Florida beaches and along the Gulf and Atlantic coasts as far north as North Carolina. » Read more
Now here’s something you won’t find at your local pumpkin patch …
HAPPY HALLOWEEN
from your favorite goblins on Sanibel Island!
A favorite for many of our guests, the charming Sanibel Historical Museum & Village has re-opened for the season.
“We’re planning exciting programs this season,” said Executive Director Emilie Alfino. “We look forward to seeing old friends as well as welcoming return guests.”
Some of the events scheduled for this year include three Twilight Talks (All About Francis Bailey, » Read more
– Judith Frenette
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Islandology — Easy to learn and fun to live by! » Read more
A friendly wave from Southwest Florida! » Read more
Aaaaah!
Okay, truth be told, this guest wasn’t the only one on the beach outside of Ocean’s Reach the other day. But it sure looks like he picked the perfect spot, didn’t he?
To reserve your perfect spot at Ocean’s Reach, give us a call at 800-336-6722 or head right to OceansReach.com and book your next beach getaway conveniently online! » Read more
It’s the best of the hometown fall festivals you remember: a pumpkin patch, pumpkin decorating, face painting and local musicians on stage. Punkin’ Palooza features family-friendly activities, flea market shopping and free entertainment at Fleamasters Fleamarket today.
If you’re in the area, stop by and adopt a pumpkin at the Pumpkin Patch to paint, personalize and take home! » Read more
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