Pine Island’s wide, shallow sound provides habitat for manatees and almost every Floridian fish species. There’s also a shark nursery in nearby Charlotte Harbor, according to master naturalist Captain Brian Holaway. Holaway offers individualized, guided trips for shelling, photography, exploration, and education. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE...
I am super excited about being the sponsor of the month at the Bailey-Matthews National Shell Musuem. If you havent visited the Musuem, I highly recommend checking it out. ...
I have had several people ask me about the water quality in Southwest Florida. These are photos I took today. The water was clear around North Captiva and Cayo Costa Islands. It was another beautiful day on the water. For more information on water quality,...
I love visiting Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables. Today I was there for the 24th Annual Mango Festival featuring Cuban mangoes. Highlights were learning more about the history of the mango in Cuba, seeing tropical plants that I have not seen...
It is always a pleasure to take out Bonnie and Dean. They are long time shellers to the island (30 years). I enjoy walking, talking and listening to both Bonnie and Dean tell stories about shelling in the 80's, guides and trips they have had...
Spectacular day on the water with Ed and Barbara. The whole month of May has been spectacular! The puffy clouds and super clear waters have been breathtaking through the lense. Hope you enjoy the photos as much as I enjoyed taking them. Capt Brian...
The countdown has begun for National Seashell Day. Who is ready to go shelling this summer?...
It is always a pleasure taking out the sisters from Ohio-Kathy, Cindy and Jackie. We started the trip by going to North Captiva for lunch and then it was off to favorite spot #1. Many shells were collected and stories were told as we walked...
A few years back on a trip with Gail and Billie we stopped by a newly formed sandbar in the Gulf. To my amazement there were 6 Avocets on this little spit of sand. In 22 years I had not seen this bird on...
Exploring the barrier islands near Captiva Island is always an adventure. Pat, Jen, Ben, Izzy and Ursula have traveled with me on many trips over the years and this week we had a picture perfect day for exploring. We saw dolphin, found some nice...