One of the major attractions on Sanibel (besides the shells) is the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge, a Federal Wilderness Area meant to be a habitat for migratory birds and other area species, especially threatened and endangered. It’s named after political cartoonist and conservationist...
“It’s the stupidest thing you’ve ever seen.” That’s the tagline by self-appointed Crab Racing Commissioner Tim Jardas. Since 1984, he has hosted his unique style of hermit crab racing blended with comedy at the Crow’s Nest in the Tween Waters Resort on Captiva.
Every Monday...
We don’t want to scare anyone, but there have been some recent events that have us concerned about the safety of our visitors on Sanibel and Captiva.
In the past couple of weeks, three people have drowned off the coast near Captiva Island and Upper...
The Sanibel Historical Village is a hidden gem for those interested in how Sanibel came to be, but your opportunity to explore this treasure is fading fast this summer. The Village will close for the season on July 31 and will reopen on October 15....
This week, Spider-Man: Far From Home premieres on the big screen (and *will* be at the Island Cinema at Bailey’s Shopping Center). As summer is home to blockbuster movies, it should be noted that Southwest Florida is no stranger to stardom. With that in mind, here’s a...
