January 25th, 2012
Are you considering bringing your own boat to use while here on vacation? The boat ramp right on Sanibel next to the entrance to the Causeway can make it easy to launch! Arrangement for storage of your boat can be made at the Bait Box on Periwinkle. The Bait Box posts updated fishing info to keep all of the anglers well informed. The January 11th report is as follows:
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Fishing Report January 11, 2012
by Dave Godfrey, Manager on 01/13/12
Reports from the Sanibel Fishing Club indicate that fishing has been fantastic offshore, especially for snapper and grouper. They have not noticed any recent signs of red tide. Jensen’s Marina Captain, Jesse Romero, had an excellent day on Sunday, January 8th. He caught 52 redfish on the flats using shrimp, over two dozen trout drifting in a little deeper water using jigs, and 2 huge snook in the passes that measured 38″ and 42″ a piece. Bryant Palmer, also had an excellent day at the Sanibel fishing pier on Friday, January 6th catching both slot-size and oversize redfish using Bait Box shrimp. Blind Pass has been producing snook, redfish, and flounder – one angler reported a 24″ flounder. Inshore fishing by boat has been successful just north of Chino Island, particularly for redfish and trout. The trout bite is also good at the Causeway Islands, with occasional redfish and pompano. Fishing for snook from the Gulf beaches has been slow, but mackerel and ladyfish are showing up well, as well as whiting caught on Bait Box shrimp.
As always, please remember that it is the angler’s responsibility to monitor the daily bag limits and size limits for each fish species. These regulations can change at any moment and can be found at www.myfwc.com under fishing regulations.
The Bait Box supports Seafood Savvy at Seafood Watch – Monterey Bay Aquarium. We always love to hear more stories and see more pictures.
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January 24th, 2012
Hi Ocean’s Reach!
I wanted to say how much we enjoy our trips to Sanibel and Ocean’s Reach. We were there in mid-December and it was our fourth visit. On our first morning beach walk this year, we came across what I believe to be a Snowy Plover (photo attached). I always wanted to see this threatened bird and was thrilled to have the chance during this visit. Let’s hope the nesting season goes well for them this year. I just love all the access to wildlife Ocean’s Reach has to offer. My favorite thing to do is rent a bike and ride through the Bailey Tract looking for cool birds. I’m setting my sights for Sanibel Gardens on our next visit!
Sincerely,
Jill Spealman
Glen Ellyn, IL
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January 23rd, 2012
The birding tours every Thursday morning at Ocean’s Reach have been a huge success. Guest meet at the Grove and then head to the Ding Darling Wildlife Preserve. The next trip will be held this coming Thursday, the 26th. Walt, an informative Park Ranger, conducts the tours and everyone that has attended raves about his knowledge and the enjoyment they experienced while on the trip!
Remember to call the office or stop by and make your return reservations for the next January outing! January is “Birding Month” at Ocean’s Reach!
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January 22nd, 2012
Brothers from up north, just arriving for an Ocean’s Reach vacation, wanted to share with us a photo to show just what we are missing on Sanibel! Great to have you here, but think we will stay comfortable for the time being here in the warm sunshine! Brrrrr!!!!!
They write to us:
My brother, Jim from Minneapolis, and I are with the group that arrived on Saturday at Ocean’s Reach. On Friday, Jim sent me this picture of his son Justin, who commuted to work Friday on his bike at 11 degrees below zero. This gives new meaning to the term SNOWBIRD!
Larry Schuetz
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January 21st, 2012
Last week the Isaacson family from Michigan enjoyed grilling and eating in our grove area. If you are visiting at Ocean’s Reach, this is a lunch spot you might really enjoy. There are three gas grills available for testing your culinary skills and at night it is pleasantly lit for your convenience. The Grove is also a fun place to sit and relax over your lunch or dinner, as frequently the birds and butterflies will stop by to visit.
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January 20th, 2012
What a beautiful sunset in front of Ocean’s Reach! Above are several photos taken by Leigh Schade who was a guest at Ocean’s Reach over the Thanksgiving holidays. The sequence of the photos is amazing and almost as good as being here. Thanks to Leigh for the contribution! We love it when you are able to share your Sanibel vacation memories on our blog. Thanks!
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January 19th, 2012
In order to help us all with long range trip plans, Arthur Frommer has just listed his favorite top ten vacation destinations in the world and Sanibel Island is his #1 favorite!!!
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January 18th, 2012
Someone left their mark on the beach in front of Ocean’s Reach! What would your mark look like if you could leave one? Lots of beautiful nature on the beach to spark your creativity!
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January 17th, 2012
A beach seems to be a lovely and romantic destination for a wedding, and the beaches of Sanibel fit that description perfectly! Recently, the Hughes family from Ohio, held the wedding for their daughter and new son-in-law on this beautiful Sanibel beach. This had long been a dream of the couple as they had both vacationed here many times as children.
If you are dreaming of a beach wedding on Sanibel, Ocean’s Reach has a lot of helpful information to help you make the perfect decisions!
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January 16th, 2012
A yearly tradition with the January Ocean’s Reach gang is to visit the Cracker Box Restaurant. It is located on McGregor Boulevard across from the Sanibel Outlet Stores. It is a family run business where Jim, the owner, has been entertaining guests with his country music for the past 50 years. Everything about the place is right out of a Charles Kuralt travelogue.
Pictured are owners Dru Doyle and Chuck and Barb Bryden. Old friends having a good time!
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