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Boca Grande Marina
Invading the Indigenous
Species, Yet Creating
Cuisine for All
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Ten years later, women’s clothing
store Fresh Produce continues
to brighten up Boca Grande
Combat Wounded & Injured Veterans,
SCUBAnauts Team Up With Mote
Shining On
Cover photo by:
Adam Bartolotta
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BOCA GRANDE MAGAZINE
VOLUME 2 • ISSUE 1
Lionfish
A full-service marina offering
all the amenities for a day
on the water and more
Restoring Life to Florida’s Reef
On the Cover 14
Boca Grande Marina A full-service marina
Staff List
Adam & Danette Bartolotta
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Publishers
Jessica Hobbs
Managing Editor
Jessica Tenbusch
Writer
Joyce Cattelane
Copy Editor
Skylar Bartolotta
Intern Writer
Lynda Venditti
Art Director
Jason Alexander
Graphic Designer
Jason Arnold
Contributing Photographer
Photographic Images by Heidemarie
Contributing Photographer
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Departments
of the Boca Grande
Rear Range Lighthouse
Island Talk
Highlights on Local Business
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Island Must Haves
Renewing
Peace River K9
Search and Rescue
Spaghetti dinner raises funds
for organization that gives
back to community
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Products That You’ll Love
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Once Upon an Island
Snapshots of
Boca Grande’s Historic Past
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On the Wild Side
Discover Our Wildlife
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Business Directory
Resources at Your Fingertips
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It’s five o’clock Somewhere
Cocktail Recipe
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Island Talk
Does your
business have
something
to say?
If you would like to
have your business
news featured in this
section, please call
(941) 257-4352.
Enjoy a Cigar in a Comfortable Setting
The Tobacco Locker, located in Port Charlotte,
is owned and operated by Bill and Lynn Davies.
They offer a wide selection of cigars and ship
them all over the world, including to the troops
in Afghanistan. They started an online business
six years ago and when it took off they decided
to open their storefront, which offers a plethora
of fine cigar brands. Their lounge, which includes comfortable leather chairs and a walk-in
humidor, is constructed entirely of 100 percent
Honduran cedar. Bill and Lynn take great pride
in the fastidious condition in which they keep
their cigars, maintaining a 70-degree temperature and 70 percent humidity in their humidor.
They annually take trips to countries where they
buy cigars and often take customers with them.
All of the cigars that the Tobacco Locker carries
are handmade and range from $2 to $30. The
Tobacco Locker rents lockers where customers
can store their personal collections. In addition
to the cigars, they sell wine and a wide selection
of craft beers. They will work with you to pair
beers and wines with the flavor of specific cigars.
Visit them online at www.tobaccolocker.com or
visit their physical location at 17506 Brighton
Ave., Unit E, Port Charlotte. (941) 255-8825.
MVM Custom Homes
MVM Custom Homes is a premier custom
home-building company in North Port that
is known for its unsurpassed quality, integrity and design. We offer affordable prices and
build what our clients desire. Our goal is simple: to construct high quality homes with the
finest of materials while keeping your project
within your family’s budget. Making our clients’ wants and desires come true is what we
do best. Do you love your home, your neighbors, your neighborhood? You might not want
to build a new home or move elsewhere, but
instead make a change to your existing home.
We are here for you. While providing an unparalleled level of personal service and ultimate customer satisfaction for our clients, we
specialize in remodeling, renovations and additions and have endless creative ideas while
building within your budget. From kitchen
cabinets and countertops to whole room additions, we do it all. MVM Custom Homes is
licensed and insured and has more than 14
years of building experience. Our professional
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craftsmen are skilled in their specialties and
use nothing but the best of materials, offering
our customers excellent quality. You will appreciate the creative workmanship, attention
to detail and the fit and finish upon completion. Call or email us for your own personal
consultation to guide you through the process.
(941) 321-4090, [email protected] or
visit www.mvmch.com.
Free Rx Delivery!
Feeling poorly? Under the weather? Just
stay in bed and call us for free medication
home delivery! We also offer flavoring for
medication, free refill reminders, custom
medication packaging, custom compounding
and specialty medications. Talk to your
physician about your special needs and we will
deliver you medications to you at your door!
Phone (941) 426-1123, fax (941) 423-2827.
www.TheRxCare.com.
Time to Heat Your Pool!
Cool weather means cooler pool water temperatures. Time to consider heating your pool!
A heat pump is the most cost effective, efficient and dependable way to heat your pool. It
works like an air conditioner in reverse – drawing air into the pump, then air is super heated
in coils and pool water passes over the tubing
which heats the water as it flows back to your
pool, creating a comfortable, heated pool. For
more information, call (941) 624-5744 or email
[email protected]. Visit our website at
www.nautiluspoolsusa.com.
Weston’s WannaB Inn
Perfectly situated at the tip of Manasota Key
in Englewood, this beautiful five-acre resort
is adjacent to Stump Pass between Lemon
Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. It is a fisherman’s
paradise. There are three brand new docks that
can accommodate 38 boats. Swimmers and
sunbathers will love the 900 feet of pristine
beach and two exquisite heated pools. Accommodations include efficiencies, one-bedroom,
two-bedroom and three-bedroom units, each
with a kitchen. Bring your boat, kayak or paddleboard, or just your beach towel and prepare
to enjoy paradise. For more information, visit
www.wannabinn.com or call (941) 474-3431.
Email us at [email protected].
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Island Talk
Help Us Help Them
Advanced Hearing Solutions
The Shelter Angel program at Suncoast Humane Society is
saving the lives of animals that otherwise would have little
or no chance of being adopted. It is allowing many animals
brought to the animal care center to be treated for illnesses
and mended from injuries. It also allows these animals to
be placed into loving permanent homes. So far this year
18 dogs and cats have benefited from the shelter angel
program. Donations of $100 or more can be earmarked
to sponsor a shelter angel and applied to this emergency
medical fund. The donation is put towards the treatment
of dogs or cats that have been determined treatable by the
medical and behavior teams. Treatments can be very costly
depending upon the ailment. Heartworm treatment, eye
surgery, dental work, x-rays for auto injuries and removal
of harmful cysts are among the treatments that have been
sponsored. Sponsoring a shelter angel can be a wonderful gift for someone. It is also a thoughtful way to honor
or memorialize a two- or four-legged loved one. Gifts
have been received from individuals, school classrooms
and veterinarians. Suncoast Humane Society operates an
open admissions animal care center, meaning all animals
brought in by the public within our coverage area are accepted. This includes everything from the cute and lovable
to the very sick, injured and ill tempered. With this philosophy many decisions are based on the big picture and
what is best for all animals. The Shelter Angel program at
Suncoast Humane Society does make a difference, and you
can help assure that difference. For more information, call
(941) 474-7884 or visit www.humane.org.
Communication strategies for someone with hearing loss:
Creative Colors to Brighten Your Day
DC Staging & Decorating LLC is headed up by Donna Coey
who recently moved her family and business to Southwest
Florida. Donna has been decorating beautiful homes for
over 15 years starting in Orange County, California with
Leslie Kristen Interiors and branching out with her own
company in Scottsdale, Arizona. The business in Scottsdale was established primarily to provide home staging
to listing agents but quickly transformed into a full-scale
decorating operation. Whole house decorating became
the icon for the business from toilet paper to silverware, to
furnishings and paintings, Donna completed multiple topto-bottom interiors all originating from her first client’s
referral in Scottsdale. Donna’s specialty is colorization and
blending those colors into the overall decorating scheme.
Donna is also a highly skilled seamstress and her partner
and husband, Dennis provides the skilled trades required
to complete any project. The team of Donna and Dennis
Coey is very highly motivated, meticulous and exceptionally creative to provide the ultimate finished product that
exceeds the client’s dream interior. Located in Rotonda
West, you can contact Donna at (480) 773-4321.
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1. Make direct eye contact with the speaker.
2. Wear your glasses, if appropriate, to aid in speech reading.
3. Sit no more than 3-5 feet away from the speaker.
4. If one ear is better than the other, sit with the better one
closer to the speaker.
5. Concentrate on the ideas that the speaker is expressing
rather than trying to understand every word that is said.
6. Don’t pretend you understand when you don’t.
7. Be willing to acknowledge your hearing loss and ask
for help.
8. Maximize the use of lighting. Have the light behind you,
not behind the speaker where it may cast a shadow.
9. Eliminate interfering background noise. Make plans in
advance when going to a restaurant or church service
so you can sit in the best seat available. Request an
assistive listening device.
10. When talking on the phone, verify what you heard
by repeating.
Brought to you by Dr. Noël Crosby, Au.D. of Advanced
Hearing Solutions. (941) 474-8393.
Fugate’s, an Island Tradition Since 1916, is the
Epitome of a Unique Shopping Experience!
Boca Grande’s very own department store, Fugate’s, carries a
wide range of merchandise that will pique the interest of any
age and taste. Every visit to Fugate’s is like a treasure hunt,
discovering something new everywhere you look. Their
friendly and knowledgeable sales staff will help you find a
“just right” gift or outfit for a special occasion. Take a peek at
the new colors and styles in the Vera Bradley room, browse
the wide selection of Southern Tide, Tommy Bahama and
other quality brands in the Men’s Department, and be sure to
spend some time in The Patio Shop ladies’ boutique, where
you can find the perfect Brighton bag, pick up a pair of Jack
Rogers sandals or get a scarf-tying lesson. Fugate’s is open
year-round, seven days a week, at the corner of 4th Street
and Park Avenue. Give them a call at (941) 964-2323 or like
them on Facebook at facebook.com/Fugates.
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Boca Grande Marina
A full-service marina offering all the amenities for a day
on the water and more
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Written by Jessica Hobbs
Photos by Adam Bartolotta
Much of the beauty of Boca
Grande is due to the sparkling
blue waters surrounding the island. Fishing, boating and water
sports abound and tourists flock
to area beaches to enjoy the
sunny weather, good fishing and
natural beauty. Since boats are
standard transportation in Boca
Grande, it only makes sense that
marinas are an island necessity.
One such marina has been around
for a number of years providing
multiple services to fishermen,
boaters, residents and tourists.
Boca Grande Marina, formerly Miller’s Marina, was originally established in 1952. Over
the years, the marina has been a common
meeting place for fishermen sharing their tarpon fishing stories. In 1975, a fire was started
after a gasoline pump was knocked over by
a car, destroying the original structure. The
owner eventually decided to sell the property
and what was left of the building. In 1980, the
new owner rebuilt the marina and the original
rustic port was transformed and reopened as a
more modern facility. It changed hands again
in 2004 when it was renamed Boca Grande
Marina and has undergone many changes
since under the new, current ownership.
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Transient overnight dockage is available as well as
short-term dockage for lunch, to purchase supplies,
or to rent a golf cart to explore Gasparilla Island
and the community of Boca Grande.
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Located just inside the Intracoastal Waterway in Charlotte Harbor, Boca Grande Marina
is only minutes from Boca Grande Pass and the Gulf of Mexico.
In July of 2013, renovations began on the marina to update the facilities once again. The marina has a brand new
look today. Every piling and dock was replaced and reconfigured to accommodate larger boats, as well as dredging
of the harbor to make the basin deeper. Slips can now accommodate vessels up to 100+ ft. in length. “This makes
it more convenient for boaters traveling up and down the
coast to come in and out for supplies and to fuel up and get
back on their way,” explained Garret Lown, Marina Manager. All slips now have side ties and shore power options
with electrical power ranging from 30 – 50 amp, 100 amp
single phase and 100 amp three phase. The docks also have
a much cleaner and streamlined look. “Every dock has been
constructed with Trex brand composite decking,” said Garrett. Not only does this lend to the look of the marina, but
will benefit in the long run by withstanding environmental
wear and tear for years to come. Transient overnight dockage is available as well as short-term dockage for lunch, to
purchase supplies, or to rent a golf cart to explore Gasparilla
Island and the community of Boca Grande.
Located just inside the Intracoastal Waterway in Charlotte
Harbor, Boca Grande Marina is only minutes from Boca
Grande Pass and the Gulf of Mexico. It is also the clos-
est marina to historic downtown Boca Grande and Boca
Grande Pass. With its recent renovations and upgrades, it
has truly evolved into a first-class marina. The finished marina boasts a wealth of amenities including two waterfront
restaurants, a helpful dock staff, free Wi-Fi, BBQ grills, a
picnic area, laundry facilities and a convenient pump-out
station. While a number of improvements have been made,
the marina still remains the same legendary, iconic southwest Florida marina that it has always been.
What would a first-class marina be without the necessary
ingredients for a day of boating or fishing the surrounding
waters? This is where the Marina Store comes in. The store
at Boca Grande Marina offers a huge variety of products
from drinks and snacks to marine supplies. “When people
come in here they say, ‘Wow, you guys have a little bit of everything!’” explained Jodi Overman, Marina Store Manager.
“It’s a well stocked little store.” All of your boating supplies
can be found here including snacks, drinks, beer, ice, hats,
sun-protective clothing, beach cover-ups, boat and marine
supplies, a large selection of tackle and more. Live bait, such
as shrimp, pinfish (in season) and blue crabs (during tarpon
season) are available. Frozen bait includes shrimp, squid,
sardines, finger mullet, cigar minnows and chum.
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For your
waterfront dining
pleasure, the
Marina offers
several options by
Chef Antonio and
his crew - both
upscale and
island casual.
The Marina Store also carries some brand
name items for sale including Costa Del Mar
and Maui Jim sunglasses, Reef flip flops and
sandals, Crocs footwear and Tervis tumblers.
You will find a nice selection of gift and souvenir items including custom T-shirts, jewelry,
children’s clothing, premium cigars and other
items. This is also the only location on the island that offers street fuel for vehicles on the
island. “We carry everything you need for a
day on the water,” said Jodi. The Marina Store
is open seven days a week from 8:00 AM –
5:00 PM. Hours are expanded during tarpon
season, opening at 7:00 AM to accommodate
early morning fishermen.
No trip to Boca Grande would be complete until
you spend a day fishing the area waters. Three
local fishing captains fish out of Boca Grande
Marina including Captain Cole Fairbanks of
True Flies Charters, Captain Joe Crook of Jennifer K. Charters and Captain Marty Scott of
Fast Lane Fishing. Enjoy a day of back country
fishing in the Charlotte Harbor, tarpon fishing
in Boca Grande Pass, or go offshore in the Gulf
of Mexico with one of these experienced captains. More information can be found by visiting
their websites: truefliescharters.com for Captain Cole Fairbanks, jenniferkcharters.com for
Captain Joe Crook or fastlanefishing.com for
Captain Marty Scott. You can also visit the mari-
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na website, bocagrandemarina.net and click on
the fishing page for more information, including
phone numbers of each Captain.
For your waterfront dining pleasure, the marina
offers several options by Chef Antonio and his
crew - both upscale and island casual. Enjoy
Chef’s coastal cuisine in the quiet atmosphere
of the Eagle Grille and the Bellamy Lounge on
the upper level, or for a more lively experience,
grab a table downstairs at Miller’s Dockside Bar
and Grille where you can sit inside or out on
the newly expanded patio. Both restaurants offer an unsurpassed waterfront view overlooking the marina basin and Charlotte Harbor.
An evening at the Eagle Grille provides beautiful surroundings that are reminiscent of being
aboard a luxury yacht in the main dining room.
The recent upgrades include new, comfortable
seating on the porch, which has also been enclosed to allow for dining no matter what the
weather. When you require private dining to
host a cocktail party, wedding rehearsal or business luncheon, take advantage of the beautiful
surroundings and furnishings in the Bellamy
Lounge, a spacious nautical drawing room. The
Bellamy Lounge also sports a 65” flat screen
television, perfect for a private game day or
business meeting. Another option for private
parties is the Captain’s Room accommodating
parties of up to 12 in an intimate, private setting.
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Miller’s Dockside Bar and Grille provides a fun, casual
dining area with an inside bar and six TVs to catch your
favorite sporting event including the NFL Sunday Ticket
to watch your favorite football team. Miller’s Dockside
is the island sports bar! Don’t forget to ask about the
daily drink specials and menu items. The recent renovations include the expansion of the outside patio which
has been updated with in-floor heat and air-conditioning to allow for year-round comfort. The dockside patio
also has a whole new, brighter look with the addition of
comfortable furnishings that are just stunning.
The Eagle Grille is open November through Memorial Day weekend for dinner from 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM,
Tuesday – Sunday. Lunch is served from Valentine’s Day
through Easter Sunday and select holiday periods, and
also year round to accommodate functions and special
events. Miller’s Dockside is open daily from 11:30 AM
– 11:00 PM for lunch and dinner. For a schedule of live
entertainment, keep your eye on the website, eaglegrille.
com as well as their Facebook page. Reservations are
accepted for dining at the Eagle Grille.
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Contact:
Boca Grande Marina can be located by land at 220
Harbor Drive in Boca Grande or by sea at Intracoastal Marker #2. Specific navigation instructions can be
found on the marina website, or by contacting the
Dockmaster, Susan Lomas.
Latitude - N 26° 44.832
Longitude - W 82° 15.378
To learn more, visit bocagrandemarina.net or call the
Dockmaster’s Office at (941) 964-2100.
The Marina Store can be reached at (941) 964-2550.
To reach the Eagle Grille and Miller’s Dockside Bar &
Grille, call (941) 964-8000.
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Shining On
Ten years later, women’s clothing store
Fresh Produce continues to brighten
up Boca Grande
For 10 years now, a bold and bright women’s clothing store has delighted the island of Boca Grande. Lighting up Park Avenue with its
cheery yellow exterior, the island would be incomplete without it.
That’s why coastal-inspired Fresh Produce calls Boca Grande home.
Known for inspirational clothes in bright, vibrant colors, Fresh
Produce knows cruise and resort wear best. From sun dresses
to tunics to shorts and beach
cover-ups, the brand is your
go-to for the island life. In addition to dressing for the coast,
Fresh Produce also completes
women’s wardrobes with yearround essentials including
layering cardigans, jackets,
sweaters, and denim.
Fresh Produce’s Boca Grande
location was one of the first
in the company, which will
be celebrating its 10th anniversary this January. Manager
Boca Grande Manager Catherine Zagari making her modeling debut with Visual Merchandise Manager Shyla Maves.
Catherine Zagari has been
with the company since the
Boca Grande location opened a decade ago and explains why the
location has been so successful for Fresh Produce.
“When women visit our store, they notice the elements of the island is mimicked in the designs, colors, and prints of the clothing,” says Catherine Zagari, Boca Grande Fresh Produce manager.
“Women want to wear our clothing because of the classic yet comfortable styles that complement the seaside lifestyle.”
At Fresh Produce, the motto is ‘live life; enjoy color’ which the
Boca Grande store fully embraces. Over the past 10 years, the
store has greeted shoppers with a warm welcome and sincere
customer service to all of those who enter the store from the occasional celebrity shopper, to the tourists and locals.
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“Women want to wear our clothing because
of the classic yet comfortable styles that
complement the seaside lifestyle.”
– Manager Catherine Zagari
Cruise/Spring 2014 line photographed on location in Boca Grande.
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Fresh Produce continues to use the island of Boca Grande
as an inspiration and resource. The Cruise/Spring 2014 line
was photographed during a fashion shoot on the island.
For the 10th anniversary, Zagari and her team planned a
soiree to celebrate their time on the island. On January
22, shoppers were treated to special refreshments and an
exciting shopping deal to mark the milestone.
Island Inspiration
Fresh Produce continues to use the island of Boca Grande
as an inspiration and resource. The Cruise/Spring 2014 line
was photographed during a fashion shoot on the island
two months ago with Founder Mary Ellen Vernon and Vice
President of Merchandising Gail Hartin. Vernon and Hartin
work closely on the design elements for each collection from
the prints, to the colors, to the styles to the photo locations.
“The vibe of Boca Grande island is just swell,” says Mary Ellen Vernon. “The island’s charm, clear blue ocean and sugar
sand beaches bring me inspiration every time I visit.”
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Zagari was the driving force behind bringing the photo
shoot to the island. She made the initial recommendation,
helped make arrangements with local destinations such as
the Gasprilla Inn and lighthouse, and even made her modeling debut posing for photos throughout the weeklong shoot.
“The entire island took excellent care of us during our visit,”
says Gail Hartin. “The Gasprilla Inn was extremely accommodating and helpful throughout our visit. It was inspiring
to shoot on an island where nearly everyone is familiar with
our product and brand.”
Fresh Produce Turns 30
Fresh Produce is approaching its 30th birthday this June.
The company started when Vernon and her husband decided to sell t-shirts out of a trunk of a car to support the
’84 Olympics in Los Angeles. After an extremely successful
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Fresh Produce welcomes the New Year with its Rio print pictured here in the Rio Delray Maxi Dress
“The island’s charm, clear blue ocean and sugar sand beaches
bring me inspiration every time I visit.” – Mary Ellen Vernon
two weeks, the couple decided to form an official LLC and Fresh Produce
was created. Among the company’s hallmarks is its decision to remain
American-made. A majority of the line is produced in Los Angeles, where
the brand first started.
Another feature characteristic is that all prints are exclusive to the brand and
designed in-house by Vernon and Hartin. Each collection features 10-12 prints,
which are garment dyed to create Fresh Produce’s rich, sun-drenched designs.
New Year, New Print
The Boca Grande location is excited to welcome the New Year with the Rio
print, which features a swirling, paisley design that uses electrifying, unexpected color combinations to achieve an energetic statement with a focus on
the whimsical paisley flower. Set against flirty styles, this print will bring fresh
energy to the new season and New Year. The Boca Grande location also carries
Escapade beachwear, Not Your Daughter’s Jeans, Fit Flops and Pandora Jewelry.
Founder Mary Ellen Vernon
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Zagari and her team look forward to celebrating the 10-year milestone with
island shoppers and continuing to provide the island with the colorful clothing that helps embrace the Fresh Produce motto, ‘live life; enjoy color,’ for
years to come.
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Written by Jessica Tenbusch
Photos by Jason Arnold
At first glance, lionfish appear
to be a striking and distinctive
part of our marine wildlife. Their
red, brown and white zebralike stripes make them hard to
ignore, while their 18 spines
make them almost impossible
to forget. This unusual fish can
grow anywhere from 12 to 15
inches in length, and can weigh
up to 2.6 pounds. And while
their interesting characteristics
are easily appreciated, it’s difficult to admire them for too long
before uncovering some of their
less appealing qualities.
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Why are lionfish
able to invade so
effortlessly? Those
18 spines of theirs
are filled with
poisonous venom.
Getting stuck
by one of the
spines releases
venom, causing a
painful sting.
Lionfish, a non-native species to our waters, have increased
significantly in number within the last couple of years, and
recent scientific research suggests that their growth could
be negatively impacting our marine ecosystem. Not only are
the fish increasing in number, but we are also seeing them
in waters we’ve never seen them in before. Kevin Bingham,
scuba instructor and captain for Southpoint Divers in Key
West said, “I have seen a noticeable increase in the past five
years.” The lionfish population has taken a toll on the number of native fish, reducing their population drastically. In
fact, researchers have found that just one lionfish can eat
up to 79% of native fish in a particular reef area in only five
weeks. Kevin noted, “Although they are interesting to look
at, I don’t like watching them eat all of our little reef fish.”
A problem we face with native fish diminishing is that reef
habitats are facing negative ecological difficulties due to an
elimination of certain organisms which keep algae at appropriate levels.
Why are lionfish able to invade so effortlessly? Those 18
spines of theirs are filled with poisonous venom. Getting
stuck by one of the spines releases venom, causing a painful
sting. Their ability to harm aquatic life also translates harm
to divers and fishermen. Also of concern is that lionfish do
not appear to have any natural predators in our water. Fortunately, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has been making an effort to control the lionfish
population recently.
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Lionfish, a non-native
species to our waters,
have increased significantly in number
within the last couple of
years, and recent scientific research suggests
that their growth could
be negatively impacting
our marine ecosystem.
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It’s important to note that their venom
is not in the meat of the fish; therefore,
eating them is more than ok.
Included in the action to control the quantity
of lionfish has involved changing capturing
regulation rules, as well as making more divers
and fishermen aware of their meal value. It’s
important to note that their venom is not in
the meat of the fish; therefore, eating them is
more than ok. Kevin noted, “Lionfish is delicious almost any way you cook it. It’s a white
flaky fish that is similar to hogfish, so it’s great
blackened or fried. Or you can sauté it with
green peppers and onions and your favorite
spices. I like Old Bay, lime juice and some garlic salt. There’s lots of ways it can be done.”
Before jumping into a flavorsome recipe, let’s
take a look at some of the rules pertaining to
catching lionfish. The FWC states, “A recreational fishing license is not required for recreational fishers targeting lionfish while using a
pole spear, a Hawaiian Sling, a hand-held net or
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any spearing device that is specifically designed
and marketed exclusively for lionfish. There
is no recreational or commercial harvest bag
limit for lionfish.” With that being said, there
are specific rules for using spears. A complete
list of rules can be found on the FWC website.
Lionfish can be speared, caught in hand-held
nets or caught on hook and fishing line. Kevin
said, “We, the local scuba community, have
been attempting to slow their growth by spearing them. It’s by far the best method of catching them. Not only do they make a good meal
for us, but we also have been feeding them to
sharks and moray eels, hoping to encourage a
local predator.”
For more information on the impact, current
status or harvesting and reporting of lionfish, please visit myfwc.com/wildlifehabitats/
nonnatives/marine-species/lionfish/.
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Restoring
By Nadine Slimak
Life
to Florida’s
Reef
Combat Wounded & Injured Veterans, SCUBAnauts Team Up With Mote
Florida’s coral reefs are getting a boost — not just from Mote Marine Laboratory’s ongoing “gardening” efforts that
take place in its underwater coral nursery in the Florida Keys — but from a combat-wounded veterans’ group and
youths learning about conservation in the real world.
More than six years ago, Mote established an underwater coral nursery where scientists grow fragments of coral
— particularly the threatened staghorn coral (Acropora cervicornis) — for replanting on decimated or damaged
sections of reef within the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.
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“By bringing their
significant missiondriven skills and
expertise to bear
on this project,
these veterans who
sacrificed for our
country are now
playing a crucial
role in helping
us further reef
restoration in the
Florida Keys.”
– Dr. Michael P. Crosby
Mote president and CEO
When the corals reach a suitable size, coral fragments are
snipped off, or propagated, to create new corals — similar
to the way new plants are grown from cuttings of existing
plants. Typically, this work is done by Mote staff members
but to help give Mote’s gardening efforts a boost, volunteers
from the Combat Wounded Veteran Challenge and SCUBAnauts International St. Petersburg and Tarpon Springs
chapters have been joining scientists to help for a few weeks
each year. Their 2013 trip was featured on the NBC Nightly
News with Brian Williams and on The Today Show. Mote
and the volunteer groups are currently planning their next
trip to the nursery for the summer of 2014.
By joining forces, Mote is able to involve citizen scientists
in reef restoration. It also helps produce more coral fragments to help restore Florida’s reef. By the end of their mission, the SCUBAnauts and veterans help Mote produce
thousands of coral fragments, allowing the program to
proceed that much faster.
“When I was a little boy living in Key West, my father was
stationed at Naval Air Station Key West, and both of my
brothers were career military who themselves suffered casualties of combat, so these missions hold special meaning for me,” said Mote president and CEO Dr. Michael P.
Crosby. “By bringing their significant mission-driven skills
and expertise to bear on this project, these veterans who
sacrificed for our country are now playing a crucial role in
helping us further reef restoration in the Florida Keys. Sup36
porting the next generation of scientists is also a priority of
Mote’s 2020 Vision and Strategic Plan so the involvement
of the SCUBAnauts is also another important reason why
Mote is proud to support this effort.”
Not only do the volunteers help the reef, the partnership
allows the SCUBAnauts to learn more about real-world
conservation and it helps the veterans demonstrate to other
combat wounded veterans that anything can be overcome.
“Vulneror non Vincor: I am wounded - not conquered,” is
the team’s inspirational motto. Through this cross-mentorship program, SCUBAnaut youths and veterans overcome
personal challenges to create a positive change for the reefs
and each other.
“The year 2014 will mark the third year that we’ll be working with these groups,” said Erich Bartels, manager of
Mote’s Coral Reef Science and Monitoring Program who
oversees the coral nursery project. “We’ve been really impressed by their enthusiasm, efficiency and skill. Having the
combat wounded veterans and SCUBAnauts work with us
really gives our project many extra sets of hands so we can
propagate more coral for restoration.”
SCUBAnauts International’s mission is to guide youths
ages 12 through 18 along a pathway for personal development by involving them in the marine sciences. Twenty
SCUBAnauts and two snorkelnauts participated this year.
The Combat Wounded Veteran Challenge improves the
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That’s exactly what SCUBAnaut and Combat
Wounded Veteran Challenge organizers hope
both groups come away with, said Dr. Elizabeth Moses, chief scientist for SCUBAnauts
International. “Through a team-based approach
between youth and the Combat Wounded Veterans, we expect to see not only an increased appreciation and understanding of our ocean’s natural resources found within our national marine
sanctuaries but an appreciation for the amazing
feats of our nation’s veterans and youth.”
SCUBAnauts
International’s
mission is to
guide youths ages
12 through 18
along a pathway
for personal
development by
involving them
in the marine
sciences.
lives of wounded and injured veterans through
rehabilitative high-adventure and therapeutic
outdoor challenges while furthering the physiological, biomedical and pathological sciences
associated with their injuries. Eight combat
wounded and injured veterans participated.
U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Billy Costello, a transfemoral amputee who lost his right leg after
stepping on a landmine when he was deployed
to Afghanistan, participated in the event in
2012 and 2013. “It’s amazing to see how much
some of the coral had grown since (the previous) year and to see the progress that Mote’s
doing on the science. And teaming up with the
SCUBAnauts — it’s just great to see these kids
know what to do underwater and take command of the situation when they need to. This
is a really impressive set of kids,” he said.
The kids were no less impressed by the veterans. “I can’t help but feel excited and proud
of what I’m doing to help the ocean and the
fish that live in the ocean,” said Mia Foisy, 13,
of Tarpon Springs, in 2013 after working sideby-side underwater with John Kremer, Navy
Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician 1st
Class (Ret.), who lost both legs after stepping
on a landmine in Afghanistan, who was making his first dive since his injury. “It is really
amazing to work with the veterans. Sometimes
I think I have a problem, but to watch and see
the problems they’ve overcome, well, I think
how could I not overcome my own problem?”
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The underwater challenge — along with other
expeditions the Combat Wounded Veteran
Challenge participants undertake — also allows the veterans to lead by example, said David Olson, the group’s founder. “Our wounded
servicemen and women make a powerful impact and example on youth and those who
face similar circumstances. Through these
challenge experiences, they demonstrate to
others that despite their injuries, they too can
overcome seemingly insurmountable personal
challenges while advancing rehabilitative research. Challenge, research, inspire are the
principals that govern our program.“
“Without a doubt, the hardest mission these
combat wounded and injured veterans have
ever been on is the mission of continuing to
serve a purpose in their life and to improve the
quality of their lives with their families,” said
Aviation Ordnanceman Master Chief Will
Wilson, the deputy chief of the Combat
Wounded Veteran Challenge. “It’s good for us
to dive as a team and to help science and reestablish a coral reef. We’ve got one ocean and
we’ve got to take care of it. And anytime you get
top side from a dive and you’re seeing people
smiling from ear to ear… well, that’s all good.”
Donations to support Mote’s Coral Nursery
Program and opportunities for the combat
wounded veterans and SCUBAnauts to participate are welcome. For more information, please
contact Jennifer Vigne, Mote Marine Laboratory major gifts officer, at (941) 388-4441,
ext. 393, or via email at [email protected].
—Mote Marine Laboratory’s Coral Nursery
and Transplanting Activities take place under
permit FKNMS-2011-150 from Florida Keys
National Marine Sanctuary.
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Photo by Matt Mativi
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Renewing
of the Boca Grande Rear Range Lighthouse
This fabulous landmark, officially known as the Gasparilla Island Light, is an icon of beautiful Boca Grande.
It was built in 1881 in Delaware, moved to Boca Grande in 1927, and first lighted as an aid to navigation
in 1932. It can now be restored, maintained, operated and preserved for generations to come. The 7.4
acres of land on which it stands will be annexed to the existing six acre-Florida state park, cleaned up and
purged of invasive species and be spared from any private development or other use of the property.
After over two decades of efforts by multiple
parties to have our Boca Grande Rear Range
Light and land turned over to the public domain, on August 15 the Department of the
Army formally relinquished any and all claims
on the property. This decision allowed the Coast
Guard to process the property back to the Bureau of Land Management and Public Domain
for further action. The land was removed from
use for military purposes enacted by Executive
Orders dated August 24, 1847.
It is anticipated that the logistics of a formal
transfer to the Florida Park Service (FPS) will
take up to six months, a function of working
out lease and contractual agreements between
all governmental and private parties including
Barrier Island Parks Society (BIPS) and FPS,
soil and contamination testing, and formation of a private entity to ultimately manage
the restoration and long term care of the range
light. Most lighthouses in the United States
and indeed in Florida, are governed and supported by local citizen-formed organizations.
There is no template, but examples include
The Florida Keys Reef Lights Foundation,
Amelia Island Lighthouse & Museum, Inc., the
Egmont Key Alliance, Inc., St. George Lighthouse Association and the list goes on. Our
goal for this season is to formalize the transfer
of both land and structure to form a range light
governance entity with oversight responsibility
for planning and implementing the restoration
project, ultimately governing its use and main-
tenance programs, and syndicating a plan and
funding effort within our local community of
Boca Grande. During this season we will establish a number of goals. We will develop a
plan for the property and structure restoration, and syndicate it with the Boca Grande
community. We will also put together a fund
raising initiative, with timing TBD. We will
be selecting the company(s) and resources
to do the actual restoration work and will be
scheduling and communicating the phases
and timing of work to be undertaken. Given
that an early phase of restoration will involve
extensive metal repair and sand blasting, and
involve extensive scaffolding of the structure,
it is anticipated that the actual work will not
commence until the summer of 2015 so as not
to impact the community at high season.
An immediate goal of BIPS is to meet with
community non-profits, business leaders, the
Chamber of Commerce and citizens of Boca
Grande as a broad community constituency.
Input and buy-in will be essential to effectively
realizing and implementing our dream of an expanded and beautiful park land and range light.
In the near future, we will be in a position to
be much more specific with what lies ahead
for the historical Rear Range Light.
For more information or to help support the
efforts of the Boca Grande Rear Range Lighthouse, please contact the Port Boca Grande
Lighthouse & Museum at (941) 964-0060.
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Island Must-Haves
Rio Tunic
The vibrant Rio Simple Tunic
adds just the right pop to your
wardrobe. The chic, airy design
and statement print make this
the ultimate top. $65. Available
at Fresh Produce, 411 Park Ave.
Boca Grande. (941) 964-0800,
www.freshproduceclothes.com
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Island Must-Haves
3-TAND T-90 Fly Reel with Nano-Carbon Fiber Drag System
3-TAND is a new line of saltwater reels that offers fishermen superior quality gear that help them take fishing to the
next level, but without the high cost typically associated with quality tackle. ($369) at West Wall Boats, 787 Tamiami Trail,
Port Charlotte. (941) 875-9630, westwallboats.com
Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation
Survival Bracelet
This bracelet features the Guy Harvey Ocean
Foundation Logo. This Guy Harvey Bracelet
consists of up to 15 feet of actual Military
Spec. paracord. It is an incredible material
that is used in thousands of other ways
by the military and outdoor enthusiasts
everywhere. If you use it in an emergency,
send Survival Straps® your story, hardware,
and a photo and they will replace it for free!
($39) at www.guyharvey.com
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Harlen D Wheatley CLIX Vodka
Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley didn’t stop until he reached 159
distillations when he created his namesake vodka, HDW CLIX. Named
for Harlen Davis Wheatley and the Roman numerals denoting the
number of times it was distilled, (159), the HDW CLIX project idea started
ten years ago at Buffalo Trace Distillery. (call for pricing and availability)
Available exclusively in this area at BNT Liquors and Fine Wines,
8725 Placida Road, Placida. (941) 698-1101
Classic. Authentic Apparel. Built with a Purpose.
Whether you are fishing on the flats, strolling the beach or out on
the town with friends, Southern Tide short sleeve t-shirts have a
style to fit your lifestyle. ($34) Available at Fugate’s, 428 4th Street
W in Boca Grande. (941) 964-1200
Black Label Cigar Lighter – Black
New Camacho Blackout Cigars
The Camacho Blackout Cigar is a Honduran made
cigar with tobacco from three different countries,
Brazil, Honduras and Nicaragua. The Cigar was
made and then let to age for two years until it
reached perfection. Available in five sizes. ($11-13)
at Tobacco Locker, 17506 Brighton Ave. Unit E in
Port Charlotte, directly behind Southwest Florida
College. (941) 255-8825, www.tobaccolocker.com
The Black Label Cigar lighter has
four torch flames, cigar scissors and
a small and large diameter cigar
punch built into the lighter. ($69) at
Tobacco Locker, 17506 Brighton Ave.
Unit E in Port Charlotte, directly behind Southwest Florida College. (941)
255-8825, www.tobaccolocker.com
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Island Must-Haves
e-Bike Innovation
Explore the island and beyond with this “go anywhere” urban/
suburban Polaris electric assisted bike. Polaris has three
different models to appeal to cyclists of different stripes and
types. ($2499) at Caddy Carts, 12691 Tamiami Trail, North Port.
(941) 474-4747, www.caddy-carts.com
iPad Case
Own a piece of Lilly Pulitzer history with our iPad
Case, featuring an original photo of Lilly herself
hopping out of a plane in Palm Beach, her arms full
of fabric samples. Our iPad Case is a double-tasking
dream for every tech-savvy girl. This black and white
clutch has a chic gold leather tassel that dresses it
up for a night on the town as an oversized clutch.
And, to make this clutch even better, we’ve added a
pocket for your phone and credit card slots to keep
you perfectly organized! ($78) at The Palm on Park,
444 4th Street, Boca Grande. (866) 964-4448
Island Necklace by Dune Jewerly
An “island” of silver in the midst of your beach sand. Our sterling silver 3/4” round
bezel is filled with your choice of beach sand from over 1400 beaches (including
Boca Grande), and then hand sanded and polished to the final matte finish. Your
necklace comes with a choice of 16”, 18” or 20” sterling chain or black cord. ($140)
at Fugate’s, 428 4th Street W in Boca Grande. (941) 964-1200
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Sarasota Tunic
The Sarasota is the ultimate embroidered tunic, made of
breezy cotton lawn fabric and featuring expertly-tailored
pintuck details, a mandarin collar and hand-drawn
embroidery details inspired by authentic Indian tunics.
The Sarasota’s versatility is unmatched: wear over shorts
for a casual daytime look, as a coverup on the beach, over
white jeans for dinner and over leggings for a polished
travel outfit. It’s one piece of your beachwear collection
that can carry you through every season. Shown here
in Iris Blue Mai Tai ($148) at The Palm on Park, 444 4th
Street, Boca Grande. (866) 964-4448
Mini Emmett Maxi Dress
Delfina Maxi Dress
If you’ve ever wondered what a hostess should
wear, look no further than the Delfina Maxi
Dress. A stunning print in vintage shantung
fabric, a keyhole neckline and intricate beading
details make this dress truly unstoppable. To
design this side-slit maxi, we drew inspiration
from long, elegant hostess dresses from Lilly’s
early collections. Shown here in Multi Feelin’
Groovy ($328) at The Palm on Park, 444 4th
Street, Boca Grande. (866) 964-4448
Our littlest Lilly fans will make
a statement in this maxi with
piping, sideseam vents and bow
detailing. The Mini Emmett Maxi
was inspired by our grown-up
version. Wear them together for
the perfect mom-and-daughter
matching dresses! Shown here
in Multi Feelin’ Groovy ($118) at
The Palm on Park, 444 4th Street,
Boca Grande. (866) 964-4448
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Island Must-Haves
Soap Baubles
Experience the beauty of Soap Baubles soap necklaces and
soap gems. These beautiful hand crafted soaps are works
of art. Soap Baubles soaps create a creamy lather that gently
cleanses your skin, leaving it feeling silky, refreshed and slightly
perfumed. Soap Baubles come beautifully packaged; they’re
a perfect hostess gift. These soaps will add glamour and a
stunning fragrance to your entire bathroom. (Starting at $25) at
Fugate’s, 428 4th Street W in Boca Grande. (941) 964-1200
Articulated Bone Crab
Vera Bradley Clementine Collection
Spring is all about bold, bright, poppy colors mixed with soft and
acidic yellows and greens. Clementine hosts these shades in a
pattern that lends almost a hand-drawn appearance. Part ikat,
part floral, Clementine features pink, salmon, orange and yellow
for a juicy, vibrant visual. It’s cheerful, feminine and brimming with
those blazing shades we love for spring. The entire Clementine
collection is available at Fugate’s, 428 4th Street W in Boca Grande.
(941) 964-1200
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These Articulated Bone Crustaceans are a
unique way to bring the sea into your home.
They are carved from water buffalo bone and
each joint is articulated and can be moved into
different positions. ($585) at Props for the Home
2961 Placida Rd, Englewood. (941) 697-3881
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Island Must-Haves
Light up your room
Add a dash of coastal flair
with this grouping that
is perfectly designed to
be a focal point in your
home. Kate Linen Table
($613) Tapered Glass Lamp
($238) The Grande Conch
Bowl ($165) at Props for
the Home 2961 Placida Rd,
Englewood. (941) 697-3881
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Peace River K9
Search and Rescue
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Spaghetti dinner raises funds
for organization that gives
back to community
Written by Jessica Hobbs
Boca Grande’s local eatery, The Loose
Caboose, will host a fundraiser on
February 19. The dinner will help raise
funds for a local organization that is
near and dear to owner Blanche Boudreau’s heart. The Peace River K9 Search
and Rescue Association (PRSAR) is a
volunteer non-profit organization that
helps with local emergencies. They assist local, state, military and federal
agencies in the recovery of lost, missing
and abducted persons in urban, wilderness, natural and man-made disasters.
Teams of volunteers and their dogs put
in hours of training and work to participate in giving back to their communities, and now they need help from the
community they serve.
The fundraiser will feature an all-youcan-eat spaghetti dinner from 5:00 PM
– 8:00 PM. Cost is $10 per person and
this includes a soft drink or tea. Beer
and wine are additional. Cash only will
be accepted for dinner cost and donations. As the organization is a 501(c) 3
non-profit, donations are tax-deductible. An exhibition will be held before
the dinner, offering guests a chance to
see what the dogs and team members
can do. A course will be set up and they
will showcase a cadaver dog and a bite
work dog as well. The Loose Caboose
owner, Blanche is a member of PRSAR
and is currently in training along with
her Australian shepherd rescue, Molly.
“I’ve always been involved with the animals and found it was a good outlet to
get Molly into training and a benefit to
the community as well,” said Blanche.
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Peace River K9 Search & Rescue was created
in 2005 by Michael Hadsell who has over 35
years of volunteer search and rescue experience himself. “Peace River is just kind of my
give back. I have all this knowledge and experience,” explained Michael. The organization
provides for professional level trained search
and rescue with trained canines. The dogs and
their human trainers become teams. Both are
trained and certified for search and rescue
missions and are ready to deploy with law enforcement and other sources when needed for
large scale natural and man-made disasters.
Their services are often used to locate missing
Alzheimer’s adults and autistic children especially here in Florida where there are countless
bodies of water. Autistic children are attracted
to water and often victims of drownings if not
found quickly.
The organization also serves the community by
providing Level One community dog trainings
that offer an introduction to search and rescue.
Skills such as obedience, tracking, nose work
and agility are some of what is taught. Training
also helps to correct bad behavior in problem
dogs and teach owners how to correctly work
their dogs, keeping dogs out of shelters. These
trainings are typically held from June through
October and are free. Members who are interested in helping with searches must become
nationally certified canine teams and be available for call outs. Training is consistent and
takes place two – four times a month all over
the country. “We’re ready, so if something happens we’re ready to go,” said Michael.
And while many people picture a stern German
shepherd at the ready when thinking of search
and rescue dogs, a number of dog breeds can
be utilized for search and rescue missions.
PRSAR allows almost any type of dog to participate. “We’ve got everything, we never turn
away a dog no matter how big or small it is,”
said Mike. Current dog members include three
German shepherds, two Dobermans, a border
collie, a small poodle, three labs, two hounds,
two springer spaniels and two Rottweilers. “Big
or small, it doesn’t matter. As long as the dog
wants to work we’ll put him to work.”
Costly equipment is still needed for some
search and rescue operations. The fundraiser
will help the organization purchase side sonar
for their search and rescue boat. While the
dogs are able to track human odors from the
water, in areas with more intense currents like
Charlotte Harbor or because of weather conditions this can be a challenge. A sonar will assist
with recovery of drownings and when searching for missing people. If there are funds left
over, those will go to the building of two aerial
drones that the organization is currently working on. The drones will help in finding autistic
children quicker and save the community and
sheriff ’s department resources from using police helicopters.
The dogs and their
human trainers become
teams. Both are trained
and certified for search
and rescue missions
and are ready to deploy
with law enforcement
and other sources
when needed for
large scale natural and
man-made disasters.
To learn more about the Peace River K9 Search
& Rescue Association, visit www.prsar.org or
email Michael Hadsell at [email protected].
For more information on the spaghetti fundraiser at The Loose Caboose, contact Blanche
Boudreau at (941) 421-2805. The Loose Caboose is located at 4th and Park Avenue in
Boca Grande.
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Snapshots of Boca
Grande’s Historic Past
Betty Skelton stares
in amazement at
a large freshly
caught tarpon - Bo
ca Grande. Photogra
phed 1953.
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Once Upon an Island
Above: Honey Wagon - Boca Grande.
Photographed circa 1920.
Left: Boca Grande Club’s tennis courts.
Photograph of a postcard, 1940s.
Photos provided by State Archives of Florida, Florida Memory and Boca Grande Historical Society & Museum
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Gulf Beach looking north - Boca Grande.
Photonegative of a postcard by C.F. Kuster, Boca Grande, 1913.
Whidden’s Station at Boca Grande Pass
Photographed before 1947.
Surf fishing - Boca Grande.
Photographed 1954.
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On the Wild Side
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Manatee
Written by Skylar Bartolotta
The Florida manatee is beloved for its calm and
gentle nature. It is an aquatic relative of the
elephant, with its large body and brownish gray
thick skin. Manatees have sufficient sight and
hearing despite their small eyes and lack of outer
ears. Fully grown, manatees reach a length of
10-12 feet and weigh 1,500-1,800 pounds. They
can live up to 60 years in the wild. Manatees
exist on a diet of sea grasses and freshwater
vegetation, occasionally consuming small fish.
Found in the warm waters of shallow estuaries,
rivers and bays, their estimated population is
around 5,000 in Florida. They are currently on
the endangered species list and are under legal
protection. Manatees breathe through their
nostrils located on the top of their noses. When
a manatee takes a breath, ninety percent of the
air in its lungs is refreshed, and with humans
it is only about ten percent. Manatees come
up for air every two-five minutes and can stay
underwater for as long as 20 minutes.
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Business Directory
Advertising
ROI Media
(941) 257-4352
14870 Tamiami Trail
www.roimedia.us
Animal Services
Mote Marine Laboratory
480 E. Railroad Ave, Unit 7
Boca Grande, FL 33921
www.mote.org/boca
Suncoast Humane Society
(941) 474-7884
6781 San Casa Dr.
Englewood, FL 34224
Apparel & Gifts
Antique Boutique
Located in the Train Depot
www.antiqueboutique.us
Ariel Ltd.
(941) 964-0480
444 4th Street
www.arielltd.com
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Capt. Chris
Combrink & Associates
(352) 226-6688
400 Park Ave
D.C. Home Staging & Decor
(480) 773-4321
Fresh Produce
(941) 964-0800
411 Park Ave
www.freshproduceclothes.com
Fugate’s
(941) 964-2323
428 4th St W
Props for the Home
(941) 697-3881
2961 Placida Rd.
Englewood, FL 34224
The Palm on Park
(866) 964-4448
444 4th Street
www.thepalmonpark.com
Beds
Bed Masters
(941) 766-9122
4105 Tamiami Trail
Port Charlotte, FL 33952
www.bedmasters.com
Blinds & Shutters
Clark Shutter Service
(941) 237-6778
www.clarkshutterservice.com
Creative Window Treatments
Cavana Classic Charters
(941) 875-4946
PO Box 357
www.cavanacharters.com
Pier One Yacht Sales
(941) 697-7777
8501 Placida Rd
Cape Haze, FL 33946
www.pieroneyachtsales.com
West Wall Shallow
Water Outfitters
(941) 828-0000
4880 Placida Road
Englewood, FL 34224
www.mycreativewindow.com
(941) 875-6930
787 Tamiami Trail
www.westwallboats.com
Boating
Construction
Beach Road Watersports
(941) 475-9099
1350 Beach Road
Englewood, FL 34223
www.beachroadwatersports.net
MVM Custom Homes
(941) 815-6459
www.mvmch.com Pools
Peter Benjamin Surfaces
(941) 677-8833
www.peterbenjaminsurfaces.com
Nautilus Pools, Inc.
Hearing
Advanced Hearing Solutions
(941) 474-8393
655 S. Indiana Ave.
Englewood, FL 34223
www.advancedhearingsolutions.net
Insurance
Jeweler
Michael Saunders & Company
(941) 964-1776
410 Park Ave, Suite #1
Classic Creations
in Diamonds & Gold
(941) 497-6331
2389 Tamiami Trail. S
Venice, FL 34293
www.classiccreationsjewelers.com
Coastal Quality Services, Inc.
(239) 344-9326
(941) 815-2077
www.coastalquality.com
Liquors
BnT Liquors and Fine Wines
(941) 698-1011
8725 Placida Road
Placida, FL 33946
Dental
Davis & Beyer Dental
Health Professionals
(941) 488-1075
1218 E. Venice Ave
Venice, FL 34285
www.venicedentist.com
Financial Planning
MetLife
(941) 961-6106
1819 Main Street, Suite 1300
Sarasota, FL 34236
Flooring
Friendly Floors
(941) 624-0077
3785 Tamiami Trail
www.friendlyfloors.com
(941) 485-3351 (24hr)
842 Sunset Lake Blvd.
Suite 403
Venice, FL 34292
Gas
Museums
Accurate Gas & Plumbing
Boca Grande Lighthouse
Museum
Golf & Golf Carts
Bobcat Trail Golf Club
(941) 429-0501
1350 Bobcat Trail
www.bobcattrailgc.com
Caddy Carts
(941) 474-4747
12691 Tamiami Trail
Port Charlotte, Fl 34287
www.caddy-carts.com
Hair Salon & Spa
Kyle Kurtis Salon & Spa
(941) 830-8344
13435 S. McCall Rd
www.kyle-kurtis.com
(941) 964-2700
www.parsley-baldwinrealty.com
Restaurants & Hotels
(941) 964-0440
433 W. Fourth Street
www.loosecaboose.biz
Zydeco Grille
(941) 828-1472
8501 Placida Road
Cape Haze, FL
www.zydecogrille.com
Mark Kaufman Roofing
RTR Urology
www.truexpreferredconstruction.com
Parsley Baldwin Realty
Roofing
Medical
(941) 893-8423
www.accurategnp.com
Kevin Hyde
Office: (941) 964-2000
Direct: (941) 628-4730
420 E Railroad Ave
www.bocagrandelistings.com
Loose Caboose
Lawn Care
(941) 475-6680
579 S. Indiana Avenue, Suite A
Englewood, FL 34223
Gulf Coast International
Properties
(941) 380-8891
411 Park Ave
www.gcipbocagrande.com
Barbara Anne’s Jewelry & Repair
Truex Preferred Construction
Real Estate
(941) 964-1500
www.keyagency.net
Key Agency
Photos by Matt Mativi
(941) 624-5744
18380 Paulson Dr.
(941) 473-3605
www.markkaufmanroofing.com
Security
Security Alarm Corporation
(941) 625-9700
17776 Toledo Blade Blvd.
www.securityalarmcorp.com
(941) 964-0060
Barrier Island Parks Society
880 Belcher Road
www.barrierislandparkssociety.org
Surveying
Pharmacy
Tobacco
RX Care Pharmacy
Tobacco Locker
(941) 426-1123
Photography
Photographic Images
(941) 475-5148
7233 Summer Street
Englewood, FL 34224
www.heidemariephoto.com
Pools
A&M Professional Pool
Renovations, LLC.
Shremshock Surveying, Inc.
(941) 423-8875
www.shremshocksurveying.com
(941) 255-8825
17506 Brighton Ave - Unit E
www.tobaccolocker.com
Travel Agency
Boca Grande Travel
(941) 964-0200
5800 Gasparilla Road
www.bocagrandetravel.com
(941) 623-8459
www.wefixuglypoolsfla.com
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Pineapple
Mimosa
Brought to you by B&T Liquors
2 oz. sparkling wine
pineapple vodka
2 oz. orange juice
Pour chilled sparkling wine into a
champagne glass and allow bubbles to settle. Pour in the orange
juice and stir gently. Top with half
a shot of pineapple vodka and stir
gently; now enjoy!.
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