A 12 mile long tropical island, mostly a nature preserve, is an idyllic hide-out from the rest of the world.
Traffic moves slowly, crime is close to non existent, and life is good. Very good.
But no place as natural as Sanibel Island is completely free of concern.
There are the usual considerations one would give to any place in the sun. One must pay attention to being hydrated while walking, biking or beaching. And covering up to avoid both sun burn and bug bites is clearly a good step to take.
As for the alligators, the rule is simple. Stay away from still waters. Walking close to the edge of a bayou or lake is never a good idea in any tropical climate.
All this said, we recently came across an article with detailed and excellent bike safety rules that we would like to share with you. Though Sanibel is one of the best and safest places to ride a bike, with 22 miles of bike trails to entertain the eye and ear, it is always advisable to heed the special direction of experts. And this is what they say.
If riders decide to use the public roadways, it should be noted that in Florida bicycles are considered vehicles and subject to the same rules of the roads as vehicles. Hand signals should be used when turning; headsets are not allowed; lights must be used at night, and bicyclists under sixteen must wear helmets.
On the bike paths, riders should yield to pedestrians and demonstrate courtesy when overtaking other cyclists. An audible signal should be used to alert people on foot, and passing should be done to the left. In marked crosswalks, bicyclists have the same rights as pedestrians. Treating each other with respect keeps everyone safe and enhances the vacation experience.
In a nut shell: Florida Bicycle Safety
• All bicyclists under the age of 16 must wear helmets.
• On the roadways, bicycles are considered vehicles and must follow the same rules of the road.
• Use hand signals when turning.
• Headsets are not allowed.
• Lights must be used at night.
• Yield to pedestrians.
Bicycling is a great way to visit the many shopping areas along Periwinkle Way. It is also a fun way to explore the beaches of the islands. By using an island map, you can make your own itinerary. Be sure to bring along water and sunscreen. And above all, have a great ride.
Thursday, October 24, 2013
Thursday, October 17, 2013
Leaping Lemurs: The strangest sighting yet on Sanibel
As a nature island dedicated to the preservation of wild life, we are always happy to learn that a new species has been spotted on Sanibel...or that a species thought long gone is back again.
In the past couple of years, there have been some delightful sightings. There was the bear who made it over to visit, gray fox have been heard in the night, and the indigo snake believed long gone is enjoying the Island once again.
But all the above are critters indigenous to the Island, or at least the area.
The sightings last month have certainly created much more of a stir.
Ring tailed Lemurs are only found on Madagascar, so imagine the surprise when there were a couple of calls into the city's environmental office reporting their appearance.
The first report was largely dismissed, the thought being that the person who saw them mistook 2 raccoons for lemurs. Even the second call did not raise real concern.
But when a third sighting was reported, by a city employee well versed in just what a lemur looks like, the reality set in.
There could really be a pair of Lemurs roaming the Island! Though no one has yet been able to capture a photo of the special couple, the accuracy in detailing their appearance leaves little doubt after the third sighting.
If it does turn out lemurs are roaming Sanibel, the city will work with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to decide what to do. Holly Milbrandt, the city’s environmental biologist says the Island's WCC will probably catch and move them. Milbrandt thinks it’s most likely that someone let them go on the island or they’re escaped pets, though none have been reported missing.
Thanks to their fuzzy coats, big golden eyes and black button noses (remember King Julian in “Madagascar”?) ring-tailed lemurs easily win human hearts. They star in zoos and preserves around the world and in Southwest Florida, live at the Naples Zoo, North Fort Myers’ Shell Factory and Sanibel’s Periwinkle Park Campground, — and yes, all of the park’s lemurs are accounted for.
With rounded fingernails instead of claws and fused lower teeth, Milbrandt doubts the lemurs pose a major threat to humans, “though we do want the public to be safe.”
“If they’ve escaped from somewhere, they’re probably more scared than we are,” she says. “We just want to be sure the animals are safe. It doesn’t make sense to just let them fend for themselves.”
So keep your eyes and mind open and pay attention to movement in the bushes. You might just find a rare visitor in your midst!
In the past couple of years, there have been some delightful sightings. There was the bear who made it over to visit, gray fox have been heard in the night, and the indigo snake believed long gone is enjoying the Island once again.
But all the above are critters indigenous to the Island, or at least the area.
The sightings last month have certainly created much more of a stir.
Ring tailed Lemurs are only found on Madagascar, so imagine the surprise when there were a couple of calls into the city's environmental office reporting their appearance.
The first report was largely dismissed, the thought being that the person who saw them mistook 2 raccoons for lemurs. Even the second call did not raise real concern.
But when a third sighting was reported, by a city employee well versed in just what a lemur looks like, the reality set in.
There could really be a pair of Lemurs roaming the Island! Though no one has yet been able to capture a photo of the special couple, the accuracy in detailing their appearance leaves little doubt after the third sighting.
If it does turn out lemurs are roaming Sanibel, the city will work with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to decide what to do. Holly Milbrandt, the city’s environmental biologist says the Island's WCC will probably catch and move them. Milbrandt thinks it’s most likely that someone let them go on the island or they’re escaped pets, though none have been reported missing.
Thanks to their fuzzy coats, big golden eyes and black button noses (remember King Julian in “Madagascar”?) ring-tailed lemurs easily win human hearts. They star in zoos and preserves around the world and in Southwest Florida, live at the Naples Zoo, North Fort Myers’ Shell Factory and Sanibel’s Periwinkle Park Campground, — and yes, all of the park’s lemurs are accounted for.
With rounded fingernails instead of claws and fused lower teeth, Milbrandt doubts the lemurs pose a major threat to humans, “though we do want the public to be safe.”
“If they’ve escaped from somewhere, they’re probably more scared than we are,” she says. “We just want to be sure the animals are safe. It doesn’t make sense to just let them fend for themselves.”
So keep your eyes and mind open and pay attention to movement in the bushes. You might just find a rare visitor in your midst!
Thursday, October 10, 2013
Issues on National Stage Effect Little Sanibel: The Toll of the Government Shut Down
Please be aware that this blog post is not going to take sides on the Government shut down. We believe all parties in our capital have contributed to an environment that has allowed this shut down to happen.
We also believe that greater struggles in our country have been addressed and overcome. So we are hopeful that agreements can and will be reached.
But we can not ignore the fact that our tropical island paradise has been effected by conversations that are , or are not taking, place hundreds of miles away.
It is easy to live and work on Sanibel and feel shielded from the problems in the world. The beautiful weather, the lush environment, the belief that time is passing more slowly than on the main land all lull us into an almost dream like state.
Indeed, it is almost a shock when anything bad happens to or on the Island as we are so accustomed to life being just about perfect.
But the impasse in Washington D.C. has landed with a heavy thud on our soft territory.
The closure of the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel Island hasn’t just inconvenienced visitors hoping to bike its trails or glimpse magnificent birds such as the roseate spoonbill. It’s costing jobs.
Tarpon Bay Explorers, a tour business that caters to the refuge’s nearly 800,000 yearly visitors, has had to cease operations, leaving 23 workers with no paycheck until Congress ends a government shutdown that has closed hundreds of national parks and preserves since October 1.
Obviously, everyone is concerned about the shut down and pulling for as quick an opening of Ding Darling as possible. We recognize particularly the special nature of our preserve.
Everyone, however, except the creatures who live in the preserve are worried. And that is a big exception.
The alligators, the Roseate Spoonbills, the four legged creatures and fish in the lagoons are going about their business as usual. They do not need us at all, and are perfectly content not to have cars or bikes or walkers strolling through their neighborhood.
The preserve is not a zoo, or a circus or a national museum that can not sustain itself with out the upright residents of the earth. Everything a Ding Darling resident needs is right there within their grasp.
Clearly, the shutdown is dumping buckets of cold water on the heads of business owners, vacation guests and those who cater to the visitor trade.
But the animals? No, they have hardly even noticed the signs saying Ding Darling is shut down. That, at least, does give us some peace.
We also believe that greater struggles in our country have been addressed and overcome. So we are hopeful that agreements can and will be reached.
But we can not ignore the fact that our tropical island paradise has been effected by conversations that are , or are not taking, place hundreds of miles away.
It is easy to live and work on Sanibel and feel shielded from the problems in the world. The beautiful weather, the lush environment, the belief that time is passing more slowly than on the main land all lull us into an almost dream like state.
Indeed, it is almost a shock when anything bad happens to or on the Island as we are so accustomed to life being just about perfect.
But the impasse in Washington D.C. has landed with a heavy thud on our soft territory.
The closure of the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel Island hasn’t just inconvenienced visitors hoping to bike its trails or glimpse magnificent birds such as the roseate spoonbill. It’s costing jobs.
Tarpon Bay Explorers, a tour business that caters to the refuge’s nearly 800,000 yearly visitors, has had to cease operations, leaving 23 workers with no paycheck until Congress ends a government shutdown that has closed hundreds of national parks and preserves since October 1.
Obviously, everyone is concerned about the shut down and pulling for as quick an opening of Ding Darling as possible. We recognize particularly the special nature of our preserve.
Everyone, however, except the creatures who live in the preserve are worried. And that is a big exception.
The alligators, the Roseate Spoonbills, the four legged creatures and fish in the lagoons are going about their business as usual. They do not need us at all, and are perfectly content not to have cars or bikes or walkers strolling through their neighborhood.
The preserve is not a zoo, or a circus or a national museum that can not sustain itself with out the upright residents of the earth. Everything a Ding Darling resident needs is right there within their grasp.
Clearly, the shutdown is dumping buckets of cold water on the heads of business owners, vacation guests and those who cater to the visitor trade.
But the animals? No, they have hardly even noticed the signs saying Ding Darling is shut down. That, at least, does give us some peace.
Monday, September 30, 2013
Is Deceived Deceiving? A Sanibel Thriller that raises questions.
Randy Wayne White is a big name on little Sanibel. The author, now restaurateur with two great eateries on the Islands, is a well known figure in these parts. He is best recognized for his series of crime novels featuring the retired NSA agent Doc Ford, a marine biologist living on the Gulf Coast of southern Florida.
White has contributed material on a variety of topics to numerous magazines and has lectured across the United States. A resident of Southwest Florida since 1972, he currently lives on Pine Island, where he is active in South Florida civic affairs and with his restaurants.
With that much going on, his ability to write as often as he does is admirable.
But his newest novel, Deceived, is raising questions about his involvement, with readers often commenting that it does not "sound" like his older books.
While we realize that writers sometimes step back at points in their career and others take over the task with the finished piece in name only, we also recognize that all styles change over time. Architecture, art, music all morph as a person or area ages, takes in new stimulus or has a mood change. The creative bent is a special talent, and there is no predicting its direction.
So we are going to give Mr. White the benefit of the doubt and assume that Deceived is all his.
And, with no further personal research, we do find the premise of the book quite interesting.
A twenty-year-old unsolved murder from Florida’s pothauling days gets Hannah Smith’s attention, but so does a more immediate problem. A private museum devoted solely to the state’s earliest settlers and pioneers has been announced, and many of Hannah’s friends and neighbors in Sulfur Wells are being pressured to make contributions.
The problem is, the whole thing is a scam, and when Hannah sets out to uncover whoever’s behind it, she discovers that things are even worse than she thought. The museum scam is a front for a real estate power play, her entire village is in danger of being wiped out—and the forces behind it have no intention of letting anything, or anyone, stand in their way.
So, there you have it. Florida history, a strong female character, a museum being the bad guy and a murder all rolled into one. Sounds like a page turner!
White has contributed material on a variety of topics to numerous magazines and has lectured across the United States. A resident of Southwest Florida since 1972, he currently lives on Pine Island, where he is active in South Florida civic affairs and with his restaurants.
With that much going on, his ability to write as often as he does is admirable.
But his newest novel, Deceived, is raising questions about his involvement, with readers often commenting that it does not "sound" like his older books.
While we realize that writers sometimes step back at points in their career and others take over the task with the finished piece in name only, we also recognize that all styles change over time. Architecture, art, music all morph as a person or area ages, takes in new stimulus or has a mood change. The creative bent is a special talent, and there is no predicting its direction.
So we are going to give Mr. White the benefit of the doubt and assume that Deceived is all his.
And, with no further personal research, we do find the premise of the book quite interesting.
A twenty-year-old unsolved murder from Florida’s pothauling days gets Hannah Smith’s attention, but so does a more immediate problem. A private museum devoted solely to the state’s earliest settlers and pioneers has been announced, and many of Hannah’s friends and neighbors in Sulfur Wells are being pressured to make contributions.
The problem is, the whole thing is a scam, and when Hannah sets out to uncover whoever’s behind it, she discovers that things are even worse than she thought. The museum scam is a front for a real estate power play, her entire village is in danger of being wiped out—and the forces behind it have no intention of letting anything, or anyone, stand in their way.
So, there you have it. Florida history, a strong female character, a museum being the bad guy and a murder all rolled into one. Sounds like a page turner!
Monday, September 23, 2013
Cronut or Dough'sant, you can find it on Sanibel!
We all know and agree that things are sweeter on Sanibel.
As September dwindles , we have to relish the serenity we found on Island this month. So few people, so few cars, so few deadlines.
And, those of us who have become addicted to the sweetest treats of all, the Dough'sant at Bailey's were actually able to satiate our sweet teeth these past few weeks without a wait.
Never heard of the Dough'sant?
Then you are in for a particularly lush surprise.
Modeled after the pastry called the Cronut created by Chef Dominique Ansel's New York-based bakery , the Dough'sant has joined the national craze of people clamoring for a sweet. A fresh batch of Dough'sants from the oven at Bailey's won't last until lunch. Bailey's General Store Bakery Manager Ginny Wagner starts her latest batch the night before. She rolls croissant dough over donut, folded it, rolled it again, let it proof or rise, and deep fried the final product. And for the finishing touches, she glazes the warm pastries and filled half with homemade vanilla pastry cream. What makes the early morning shelf at Bailey's General Store is the island's version of the Cronut. Total preparation time: Three hours.
Now, the Dough'sants are so popular they can't keep them on the shelf. Each day Wagner makes 200 Dough'sants but they sell out by 10 a.m. They retail for $2.99 each, cheaper than the $5 Cronut, and Wagner said the customer is getting their money's worth based on the ingredients and labor to craft the pastry.
While the original Cronut features flavors like rose-and-vanilla, lemon-maple, and blackberry, Bailey's Dough'sants only come with plain and vanilla filled. For now. But if the popularity grows and continues, we are sure the transition to more varieties will begin. Not only has Cronut fever caused long lines and a limit two per customer, but it even spurred a black market where the pastries are going for as much as $40 on the street.
Of course, islanders are in a special position to enjoy the Dough'sant, because they don't have to contend with those types of conditions on a daily basis. They only have to arrive early enough to get one before they sell out.
And, if you are lucky enough to visit Sanibel off season, you may not have to be the early bird to catch the worm!
As September dwindles , we have to relish the serenity we found on Island this month. So few people, so few cars, so few deadlines.
And, those of us who have become addicted to the sweetest treats of all, the Dough'sant at Bailey's were actually able to satiate our sweet teeth these past few weeks without a wait.
Never heard of the Dough'sant?
Then you are in for a particularly lush surprise.
Modeled after the pastry called the Cronut created by Chef Dominique Ansel's New York-based bakery , the Dough'sant has joined the national craze of people clamoring for a sweet. A fresh batch of Dough'sants from the oven at Bailey's won't last until lunch. Bailey's General Store Bakery Manager Ginny Wagner starts her latest batch the night before. She rolls croissant dough over donut, folded it, rolled it again, let it proof or rise, and deep fried the final product. And for the finishing touches, she glazes the warm pastries and filled half with homemade vanilla pastry cream. What makes the early morning shelf at Bailey's General Store is the island's version of the Cronut. Total preparation time: Three hours.
Now, the Dough'sants are so popular they can't keep them on the shelf. Each day Wagner makes 200 Dough'sants but they sell out by 10 a.m. They retail for $2.99 each, cheaper than the $5 Cronut, and Wagner said the customer is getting their money's worth based on the ingredients and labor to craft the pastry.
While the original Cronut features flavors like rose-and-vanilla, lemon-maple, and blackberry, Bailey's Dough'sants only come with plain and vanilla filled. For now. But if the popularity grows and continues, we are sure the transition to more varieties will begin. Not only has Cronut fever caused long lines and a limit two per customer, but it even spurred a black market where the pastries are going for as much as $40 on the street.
Of course, islanders are in a special position to enjoy the Dough'sant, because they don't have to contend with those types of conditions on a daily basis. They only have to arrive early enough to get one before they sell out.
And, if you are lucky enough to visit Sanibel off season, you may not have to be the early bird to catch the worm!
Sunday, September 15, 2013
Setting the table on a new Doc Ford's: Captiva VS. Sanibel
Sanibel and Captiva, small neighboring and tropical islands, have never really been in competition. Collaboration, yes, but not competition.
The reasons to go to either are varied, but each offers a different experience.
The larger of the two, Sanibel Island, is home to Ding Darling Nature Preserve. It is ringed with bike paths , has two grocery stores and hosts dozens of restaurants. Captiva is defined by a few things: the village area, proximity to both Gulf and Bay, and the ability to walk to different activities.
Because the two islands, connected by a tiny nearly imperceptible bridge, are quite alike in topicality, and only a couple of minutes drive from one another, it sometimes surprises visitors that there are many observable differences which often includes pricing, Sanibel being the more affordable of the two. Generally, the island vacation goer knows in advance if Sanibel or Captiva is the place that they want to be.
But now, within a 15 minute drive or less, there comes a more difficult choice.
Captiva has opened its own Doc Ford's. This popular eatery on Rabbit Road on Sanibel has taken up residence in South Seas Plantation, replacing the BBQ eatery, Holy Smoke.
And this is going to be a tough choice. Do you eat at the dowager Doc Fords on Sanibel or the newbie Doc Fords on Captiva?
Both restaurants will be offering similar menus with identical pricing. From the feedback we have seen, both casual dining options have great cooks. For example, we have seen specials posted that ring a most familiar bell, such as Fresh Grilled Grouper over Pork Belly and Shrimp Fried Rice Finished with an Asian Sweet-Ginger Citrus Sauce. A high yum, yum quotient to be sure, but also one that is available from time to time on Sanibel.
Both restaurants have a sports bar and both draw on the name of Randy Wayne White's most famous character, Doc Ford.
Both are very comfortable places for couples, groups and families.
So, how does one distinguish exactly where they want to go?
We can only see a couple of differences that may help you decide.
The Sanibel Doc Ford's is a much larger place, and on busy night, the probability of getting a table may be better. In addition, being on the main road of the Island, it is easier accessed. That said, the Captiva Doc Ford's has outdoor, as well as indoor, dining. And the access in South Seas Plantation is quite attractive.
As reviews and experiences roll in, we will be sure to keep you apprised of how the new kid on the block in Captiva is doing. Let us know your thoughts should you give it a try yourself~!
The reasons to go to either are varied, but each offers a different experience.
The larger of the two, Sanibel Island, is home to Ding Darling Nature Preserve. It is ringed with bike paths , has two grocery stores and hosts dozens of restaurants. Captiva is defined by a few things: the village area, proximity to both Gulf and Bay, and the ability to walk to different activities.
Because the two islands, connected by a tiny nearly imperceptible bridge, are quite alike in topicality, and only a couple of minutes drive from one another, it sometimes surprises visitors that there are many observable differences which often includes pricing, Sanibel being the more affordable of the two. Generally, the island vacation goer knows in advance if Sanibel or Captiva is the place that they want to be.
But now, within a 15 minute drive or less, there comes a more difficult choice.
Captiva has opened its own Doc Ford's. This popular eatery on Rabbit Road on Sanibel has taken up residence in South Seas Plantation, replacing the BBQ eatery, Holy Smoke.
And this is going to be a tough choice. Do you eat at the dowager Doc Fords on Sanibel or the newbie Doc Fords on Captiva?
Both restaurants will be offering similar menus with identical pricing. From the feedback we have seen, both casual dining options have great cooks. For example, we have seen specials posted that ring a most familiar bell, such as Fresh Grilled Grouper over Pork Belly and Shrimp Fried Rice Finished with an Asian Sweet-Ginger Citrus Sauce. A high yum, yum quotient to be sure, but also one that is available from time to time on Sanibel.
Both restaurants have a sports bar and both draw on the name of Randy Wayne White's most famous character, Doc Ford.
Both are very comfortable places for couples, groups and families.
So, how does one distinguish exactly where they want to go?
We can only see a couple of differences that may help you decide.
The Sanibel Doc Ford's is a much larger place, and on busy night, the probability of getting a table may be better. In addition, being on the main road of the Island, it is easier accessed. That said, the Captiva Doc Ford's has outdoor, as well as indoor, dining. And the access in South Seas Plantation is quite attractive.
As reviews and experiences roll in, we will be sure to keep you apprised of how the new kid on the block in Captiva is doing. Let us know your thoughts should you give it a try yourself~!
Saturday, September 7, 2013
October a hum-DINGER of a month on Sanibel~
It's been a long summer as far as Ding Darling Preserve is concerned.
The refuge's major vehicle venue, Wildlife Drive, has been undergoing repair and repaving. It was closed down in May and will re-open in October.
We are delighted to learn that the repaving has been on schedule. The new surface will be an asphalt concrete that will extend the life of Wildlife Drive for 20 years, and will enhance visitor access, especially for bicyclists and pedestrians.
Even more exciting is the line up of activities scheduled for Ding Darling Days, the annual multi-event celebration of the refuge that takes place every October.
Beginning on Sunday, October 20, a wide variety of activities will be available for the public, many of them free of charge.
In fact, the first day of the celebration will be free for everything, a very special experience for the whole family! Most begin or take place at the EC (Education Center).
12noon FREE Live Florida Animals Program, EC parking lot
12noon FREE Naturalist-narrated 60-minute walking tour of Indigo Trail and the NEW Children's Education Boardwalk, limited spaces - pick up ticket at Archway Info Table
1pm FREE Snakes Alive! Program, EC parking lot
2pm FREE Amazing Live Animals Program, EC parking lot
2pm FREE Naturalist-narrated 60-minute walking tour of Indigo Trail and the NEW Children's Education Boardwalk, limited spaces - pick up ticket at Archway Info Table
3pm FREE I Love Reptiles! Program, EC parking lot
Also featured are the FREE hourly (on the half-hour) life-size Endangered Species & Wildlife Puppets and puppet crafts garden presented by Heather Henson, daughter of the late Muppets creator, Jim Henson.
What a great kick off to a wonderful week of activities, but they go on (and on) from there.
On Monday, October 21st, birds will be a major focus of the day.
From 11am-12noon there will be a Reddish Egret Talk in the EC Auditorium byDr. Kenneth Meyer, from the University of Florida. And a little later from 1:30-2:30pm FREE Story of Ospreys Presentation featuring Mark “Bird” Westall and Claudia Burns, of the International Osprey Foundation. The pre-presentation showing of the Refuge's Big 5 Coastal Birds video is equally interesting.
For other days and events, as well as more details, click here: http://www.dingdarlingsociety.org/ddd-events
The refuge's major vehicle venue, Wildlife Drive, has been undergoing repair and repaving. It was closed down in May and will re-open in October.
We are delighted to learn that the repaving has been on schedule. The new surface will be an asphalt concrete that will extend the life of Wildlife Drive for 20 years, and will enhance visitor access, especially for bicyclists and pedestrians.
Even more exciting is the line up of activities scheduled for Ding Darling Days, the annual multi-event celebration of the refuge that takes place every October.
Beginning on Sunday, October 20, a wide variety of activities will be available for the public, many of them free of charge.
In fact, the first day of the celebration will be free for everything, a very special experience for the whole family! Most begin or take place at the EC (Education Center).
12noon FREE Live Florida Animals Program, EC parking lot
12noon FREE Naturalist-narrated 60-minute walking tour of Indigo Trail and the NEW Children's Education Boardwalk, limited spaces - pick up ticket at Archway Info Table
1pm FREE Snakes Alive! Program, EC parking lot
2pm FREE Amazing Live Animals Program, EC parking lot
2pm FREE Naturalist-narrated 60-minute walking tour of Indigo Trail and the NEW Children's Education Boardwalk, limited spaces - pick up ticket at Archway Info Table
3pm FREE I Love Reptiles! Program, EC parking lot
Also featured are the FREE hourly (on the half-hour) life-size Endangered Species & Wildlife Puppets and puppet crafts garden presented by Heather Henson, daughter of the late Muppets creator, Jim Henson.
What a great kick off to a wonderful week of activities, but they go on (and on) from there.
On Monday, October 21st, birds will be a major focus of the day.
From 11am-12noon there will be a Reddish Egret Talk in the EC Auditorium byDr. Kenneth Meyer, from the University of Florida. And a little later from 1:30-2:30pm FREE Story of Ospreys Presentation featuring Mark “Bird” Westall and Claudia Burns, of the International Osprey Foundation. The pre-presentation showing of the Refuge's Big 5 Coastal Birds video is equally interesting.
For other days and events, as well as more details, click here: http://www.dingdarlingsociety.org/ddd-events
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