Pat, Jen, Walter, Ben Izzy and Ursla spent two days exploring, shelling, learning and just having fun. This family has traveled with me for many years. It is always fun to see how much the kids have grown and to see what shells they are...
It is always nice to have Gail Billie and crew on the boat. We enjoyed shelling north of secret spot 13. Conversations were enjoyed and wildlife was observed. Thank you for another wonderful trip and the great photos. (All of these photos were taken...
The Chicago sisters are long time shellers to the islands. They spent two days relaxing and exploring with me in the out islands. The first day we got out early, threw the anchor out and shut the engine off and watched a beautiful sunrise to...
Bonnie and Dean have been coming to the islands for over three decades. I always enjoy our adventures on the water. Our adventure started just north of secret spot 13. Bonnie zigzagged back and forth on the beach while Dean cruised behind her picking up...
Here are some recent pictures from a shelling trip to the barrier islands with Sheri. We started the day before the sun was up and returned after lunch. The sunrise light provided great photographing opportunities. Sheri found an assortment of shells and...
ast week I had the pleasure of being a guest speaker for a Marine Systems Class at Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU). The focus was on a chapter called the "Dynamic Shoreline" and I was happy to be able share some of the pictures...
The two Captiva Cruises captains received the Good Samaritan E-Award on Thursday, Aug. 27, at Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa. The Lee County Visitor & Convention Bureau began the award to “increase public awareness of the outstanding customer service being provided by Lee...
The Nolen Family was up early for a morning of fun and learning on the water. We observed live shells in their natural habitat and walked the beach looking for treasures. The kids were excellent explorers and asked great questions. Thank you Sophie, Charlie, Meg,...
Captain Skip Laney and Captain Brian Holaway did what they said anyone would have done in their position offer a helping hand. "We were just doing what others would do . . . anyone else in that situation would have done the same thing," Holaway said. The...
The weather was perfect for spending the day on the water. Nancy loves island hopping and is always up for any adventure. Melissa is an excellent photographer and enjoys taking pictures of birds. We spent the morning at secret spot 13. Nancy walked the beach...