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“This is a story about a self-confessed hoarder, a CPA who at the age of 50, decided to do something different with her life.  So she became an artist, putting her collection of millions of seashells to use in gigantic mosaic artworks.”

So begins a delightful News-Press article by Cynthia Williams spotlighting local artist Ginny Dickinson, whose 7-foot tall x 5-foot wide In My Heart of Hearts sculpture makes its debut at this weekend’s 85th annual Shell Festival at The Sanibel Community House.  » Read more

The shrimping industry has been a staple of the economy on neighboring Fort Myers Beach and San Carlos Island for decades, bringing in hefty hauls of the popular seafood appetizer and entree for restaurants both local and far away.

The Ostego Bay Foundation Working Waterfront Tour on Fort Myers Beach (a 12-mile drive from Sanibel) is back for the season.  Every Wednesday, visitors can enjoy a close-up view of the shrimping business,  » Read more

From our friends at Ding Darling Wildlife Society:

In 2019, DDWS introduced Project Refuge: A Couture Fashion Show Using Trash as part of its celebration of the Refuge 75th anniversary.  This year, on March 31, it brings back the luncheon and runway competition for DDWS’ 40th anniversary.

“It was such a huge success in raising Refuge support, as well as awareness about recycling and the threat of trash to our wildlife,” said Birgie Miller,  » Read more

Photo by Patty MacInnis

This otterly-endearing River Otter was recently seen on Indigo Trail.

Fun facts:  River otters communicate with whistles, yelps, growls, and screams, as well as touch and body posture.  They also scent mark using glands near the base of their tails that produce a strong, musky odor.  Adults generally give birth to between one – three pups,  » Read more

This one’s for art and garden lovers!

Next Sunday, March 6 from noon to 4 p.m., Edison and Ford Winter Estates will host the Art in Bloom art show.

This unique one-day art show features floral designs paired with works of art from the estate’s Sustainable Conceptions exhibit.

Prior to the show, 15 local Garden Council members are each paired with a piece of artwork and create a floral display based on their interpretation of the art  — using the same colors and design feel.  » Read more

Featuring more than 20 acclaimed and bestselling authors, the 23rd Annual Southwest Florida Reading Festival will be held this year on March 5 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. in downtown Fort Myers.

This popular — and free — outdoor event gives fans the opportunity to meet a diverse lineup of bestselling authors, participate in contests, enjoy numerous activities and discover the latest in books and technology.   » Read more

“No one is an environmentalist by birth.

It is only your path, your life, your travels that awaken you.”

– Yann Arthus-Bertrand

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

Today’s Guest Photographer:  Karen Tuller  » Read more

Some say Captiva Island was defined by fishing.  Come see for yourself with “Tight Lines & Big Fish Stories: History of Angling on Captiva,” a documentary by award-winning producer and CIHS documentarian Ken Sneeden.

Ken has reeled in an entertaining catch of stories with rare film footage and photography, famous visitors and residents, fishing gear then and now, and of course, big fish tales.

This one’s a keeper!   » Read more

Longtime guests Danne and Stephanie W. from Leawood KS sent us these delightful photos from a visit to Tarpon Bay earlier this year.

They wrote:  “We have enjoyed coming to Ocean’s Reach for 16 years now, and look forward to many more return visits.”

We do, as well, Danne and Stephanie, and — as always — appreciate the great photos you share with us.  » Read more

Hmmm … Looks like a foot of sun this morning in Sanibel!

Not sure if I’ll be able to make it into work today!  » Read more