on Pine Island

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on Pine Island

Pine Island
Courtesy of Nautical Mile Media
Visitor’s
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Pine Island
Restaurant Guide
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Winter 2013
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Whether you are a visitor or a
resident, you don’t have to look
hard to find unique and original
things on Pine Island. I saw
something custom-made by the
owner of a Matlacha art store
that I wanted to share with you.
Unlike conventional lamps that
shade the bulb, Steve’s creations
are an enchanting celebration of
the bulb. Incorporating brass
castings, clock parts, glass
domes and elaborate “Edison”
or radio tube style bulbs, Steve
creates functional sculptures of
heirloom quality with a definite
Victorian or Steampunk feel.
These lamps can be seen at
Island Visions Art Store in Matlacha.
4643 Pine Island Road
(239) 282-0452
4 Welcome!
Publisher
8 We’re Here, Now What?
[email protected]
9 Birds of SW Florida
12 Surrounding Areas
14 Pine Island Events
15 TV & Radio Stations
15 Randell Research Center
16 Saltwater Fish ID
17 Fishing Guides
18 Island Art Galleries
18 Local Fruit
23 Go Boating Lee County DVD
24 White Pelicans
25 More than Fishing, Capt. Bill Russell
26 Points of Interest
28-30 Important Numbers
32 Bottlenose Dolphins
34 Island Restaurant Guide
37 Pine Island Pests
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area locations. Pick one up at a bait shop or
marina, or read it digitally online at
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We’re Here! ….. now what?
at Matlacha, Florida
Affordable waterfront rooms and cottage in the laid back setting of
Matlacha. Less than 100 yards from the Heart of the Art District on
a quiet residential street adjacent to the Matlacha Park
(239) 898-2121
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Island Center Automotive
Complete Auto Repair
(239) 283-1881
Marine Inboard Gas & Diesel
Trailer Repairs
A/C Specialists
Small Engine Repair
Welding & Fabrication
Motor Home Service & Repair Bob Hallak, Owner
5220 Pine Island Road (1 block from the 4-way stop)
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Sewer & Drain Cleaning
Water & Heater Repairs & Replacement
Faucet Repair & Replacement
Kitchen & Bath Remodels - Wells
Back-flow Testing & Repair
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(828) 926-6025 or (800) 923-6025
[email protected]
Pine Island, mostly Matlacha, is known worldwide for its
art galleries. You can park & walk through Matlacha and easily spend
an entire afternoon browsing the many unique shops. There’s a couple
in Bokeelia and also in St. James City. A store in Matlacha called
“Matlacha Menagerie” got some interesting statues and fountains this
year made of bronze/marble castings with a “Lost-Wax” Patina Finish.
There’s a listing of art galleries on page 18.
Pine Island lies about 4 miles from what is known as the
“Outer Islands”. These islands expand from Sanibel Island north to
Boca Grande. They protect us from storms and have excellent
beaches. Ferry services are available to take you there for a day or
more. Contact Barnacle’s Island Adventures to arrange safe aqua
passage to the islands, (239) 472-1200
Kayaking is a huge sport here on Pine Island, mostly
because of the variety of styles. Fishing from a kayak has become very
popular, but most kayakers are just out to enjoy a quiet day on the
water. There are several businesses on the island that rent kayaks,
some deliver & most offer guided tours where you’ll likely get close to
sea life like manatee and dolphins. Contact Mel the Guide for a
memorable guided kayaking experience, (941) 661-8229
From cooking your own fresh seafood to the most tasty
seafood breakfast omelet, you’ll find Pine Island to offer some of the
best seafood restaurants in the state.
If you’re determined to taste a quality variety of local seafood, prepared
by “Chef Mary” herself, make your way out to Barnacle’s on Upper
Captiva and order yourself up a “Nautical Mile”. It’s a combo platter with
a huge piece of local grouper, jumbo shrimp and monster sea scallops,
served over black beans & rice. All I can say is YUMMY!
Try Low Key Tiki in St. James City for a dockside tiki-hut atmosphere,
and if Italian food is on your mind- Miceli’s in Matlacha is a place that
has a huge parking lot and still can’t fit them all in. Most places have
live music and are open 7 days.
The Pine Island Library was established about 40
years ago. It’s open to the public and has quite a selection. They also
have a large kids area and computer access. Occasionally you’ll run
into local celebrity writers doing research. Town center, near the pool.
The Randell Research Center in Pineland offers a selfwalk through the Calusa Indian Mounds with educational signage along
the paths. Another interesting walk is the St. Jude Trail in St. James
City, a walk through mangrove trails which protect our coast from
storms.
Pine Island resident and pilot Tim McTeague offers an
aerial view of Pine Island as well as the outer islands. Watch Dolphins,
Manatees, Sharks and other wildlife from a birds eye view. 823-6225
The waters of Pine Island offer some of the best fishing in
Florida. You can fish from bridges and piers, plus several professional
local guides are available all year long (pg 16). We’re known statewide
for Redfish, Snook, Sheepshead, Trout, Tarpon and Tripletail.
See dug-out canoes, Calusa Indian shell
tools, fossils and more. See tools and clothing from the settlement
years. Florida history gift shop. Located in town center near the pool.
Pine Island Sound has more Bottle Nose Dolphin than
any single body of water in the world. Tour boats will usually slow down
when they see dolphins as they follow and jump in your wake. Bring a
camera! If you want to fish or just tour, you simply can’t leave SW
Florida without getting into Pine Island Sound and its waterways.
Contact Capt. Jack’s Charters and hire him along with Singing Captain
Cathy, (page 30) ….you’ll remember it! Fishing guides are on page 16.
Publisher
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livewells and undergunwale fly rod storage; 27 inches
of freeboard, still trolling motor capable and with a
fishbox big enough to fit a smoker king. And that’s
just what comes standard. Never before has there
been such a combination of big-water features in a
boat that will still seriously fish in 15 inches of water.
That’s why we call it the Bay Crusher.
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Discover Pine Island
Pine Island is the largest island
on the West Coast of Florida,
located just thirty minutes from
Ft. Myers. It sits on the Gulf of
Mexico, and is popular for it’s
“country waterfront”
atmosphere. Unlike your
average sandy beach, Pine
Island's beaches are fringed
with mangroves. Because
legislation prohibits high-rise
developments, Pine Island with
remain a quaint, secluded area
for years to come. Truly a
tropical paradise!
St. James City
Ft. Myers
The most developed area of Pine Island is
St. James City. Here is where you will find
half of the Island’s population. St. James
is a compromise between a peaceful
waterfront, and suburban America.
With a decent sized population of about
48,000, there is a lot of civilization to be
found. In Ft. Myers you can be sure to
have a beautiful climate all year round,
with warm winters and even warmer
summers. The city is just a short distance
from the water, but surrounded with
stores and schools to meet your families
needs.
Matlacha
Galt Island
With a population of less than 1,000,
Matlacha is a prime destination for
serenity on the water. Located on the
east side of Pine Island, this Old Florida
village is popular for great fishing. You
will find art galleries, island boutiques,
and delicious seafood restaurants all in
walking distance. If you are looking for
traditional Florida, with cozy cottages,
and a colorful atmosphere, Matlacha is
your escape.
Located off the West Coast of Florida,
Galt Island is a true island getaway. You
will enjoy a lot of privacy with the estatesized homesites, gated entries, deed
restrictions, and private roads. Each
property has docking capabilities and a
breathtaking view. The rest of the island
is conservation area where you can enjoy
the island’s beauty and nature. If you
want entertainment, the City of Palms is
just a short distance away where you can
find shopping, restaurants, and night
clubs.
Bokeelia
On the north end of Pine Island, you will
find tranquility in Bokeelia. The history of
this town spans from pirates to Spanish
settlements. The breezy town of Bokeelia
has an abundance of fruit farms and palm
trees farms, giving it a tropical feel.
Including an 18 hole golf course, fishing
pier, and several marinas you will be sure
to find peace in Bokeelia.
Ft. Myers Beach
Like the rest of South Florida, Ft. Myers
Beach is known for it’s great fishing,
entertainment, weather, and beaches. Ft.
Myers Beach has also been tagged as the
safest beach in the world, because of it’s
shallow water and low undertow. The
seven mile beach is a great place for
families.
Sanibel Island
Cape Coral
Lay back and relax on Sanibel Island.
Stick your toes in soft white sand, take a
swim in clear blue water, and collect
treasures from the sea. When you are
finished relaxing, enjoy Sanibel’s
restaurants, golfing and recreation,
canoeing, and theatrical productions.
Cape Coral is the largest city in
Southwest Florida. With over 400 miles of
navigable waterways, Cape Coral has
more canals then anywhere in the world.
It easy to stay involved in Cape Coral by
joining one of the many community clubs.
Never lacking in entertainment, the city
holds annual activities such as
Oktoberfest and is home to the Sun
Splash Family Waterpark.
Network Television Stations
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NBC
PBS
FOX
CBS
WB
ABC
WBBH
WGCU
WFTX
WINK
WTVK
WZVN
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Who painted the poles?
As you drive on Pine Island you’ll see that we don’t have ordinary looking
power poles. About 8 years ago Pine Island resident Andre Mule thought
that our poles needed more of an “Island” look. With approval from the
power company, any artist can submit a drawing to the Chamber of
Commerce and yours may be one chosen to color the island.
Radio Stations
WJIS
WBIY
WAYJ
WSRX
WGCU
WSOR
WSEB
WJYO
WMYE
WFSX
WIKX
WTLT
WARO
WOLZ
WRXK
WREH
WINK
WTLQ
W251AL
WDEO
WJBX
WZJZ
WAYJ
WAVV
WWGR
WHPT
WJGO
W277AP
WXKB
WSGL
WCVU
WBTT
WJPT
W294AN
WCKT
WQAM
WAFC
WDAE
WMEN
WAQI
WWCN
WWBA
WINZ
WKII
WINK
WFSX
WNOG
WMYR
WWCL
WAFZ
WCCF
WCNZ
88.1 FM Bradenton Christian Contemporary
88.3 FM La Belle Spanish
88.7 FM Fort Myers Christian Contemporary
89.5 FM Naples Christian Contemporary
90.1 FM Fort Myers Gulf Coast University / Public
90.9 FM Naples Religious
91.3 FM Englewood Religious
91.5 FM Fort Myers Religious
92.5 FM Estero News/Talk
92.9 FM Charlotte Harbor Country
93.7 FM Sanibel Adult Contemporary
94.5 FM Naples Classic Rock
95.3 FM Fort Myers Classic Hits
96.1 FM Bonita Springs Classic Rock
96.5 FM Suncoast Estates Religious
96.9 FM Fort Myers Hot AC
97.7 FM Punta Rassa Spanish
98.1 FM Fort Myers Religious
98.5 FM San Carlos Park University / Religious
99.3 FM Fort Myers Beach Alternative
100.1 FM Port Charlotte Top-40
101.1 FM Naples Park Easy Listening
101.9 FM Fort Myers Country
102.5 FM Sarasota Talk
102.9 FM Tice Adult Hits
103.3 FM Bayshore Religious
103.9 FM Cape Coral Top-40
104.7 FM Naples Hot AC
104.9 FM Solana Easy Listening
105.5 FM Naples Park Hip Hop
106.3 FM Fort Myers Adult Contemporary
106.7 FM Fort Myers Beach Religious
107.1 FM Lehigh Acres Country
560 AM Miami Sports
590 AM Clewiston Oldies
620 AM Saint Petersburg Sports
640 AM Boca Raton Sports
710 AM Miami Spanish
770 AM North Fort Myers Sports
820 AM Largo News/Talk
940 AM Miami Sports
1070 AM Solana Oldies
1200 AM Pine Island Center News/Talk
1240 AM Fort Myers News/Talk
1270 AM Naples News/Talk
1410 AM Fort Myers Adult Album Alternative
1440 AM Lehigh Acres Religious
1490 AM Immokalee Regional Mexican
1580 AM Punta Gorda News/Talk
1660 AM Marco Island Adult Album Alternative
Painting by Janet Mach Dutton
The Calusa were once the most
powerful people in all of South
Florida. For many centuries they
built huge shell mounds,
engineered canals, and sustained
tens of thousands of people from
the fish and shellfish found in the
rich estuaries west and south of
Fort Myers. All that is left of their
culture today is a dwindling number
of shell mound sites dotting the
estuarine landscape between
Charlotte Harbor and the Ten
Thousand Islands region of the
Everglades.
The Randell Research Center
(RRC) is a permanent facility
dedicated to learning and teaching
the archaeology, history, and
ecology of Southwest Florida.
Situated in the scenic community
of Pineland on the western shore
of historic Pine Island, the RRC
encompasses more than 50 acres
at the heart of the Pineland
archaeological site, a massive
shell mound site extending across
more than 200 acres from the
mangrove coastline.
On the Calusa Heritage Trail, visitors
can tour this internationally
significant site and learn about
Calusa culture and their
environment. The RRC book
store is now open 10 a.m. to 2
p.m., Monday - Saturday
In addition, volunteers and
students are able to participate in
the ongoing research programs of
the RRC, and members can
follow this progress as they
support the RRC.
We invite you to explore our
website and learn more about the
Randell Research Center.
(239) 283-2157
www.flmnh.ufl.edu/rrc
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King Mackerel
Goliath Grouper
Spanish
Mackerel
Lane Snapper
Cero
Mackerel
Cobia
Redfish
Tarpon
Crevalle
Jack
Gag Grouper
Gray (Mangrove) Snapper
Spotted Seatrout
Sheepshead
Red Grouper
Common Snook
Pompano
Southwest Florida offers some of the best fishing in the US. Our coastline is protected by
almost 30 miles of outer-islands that provide a year round fishing destination for
thousands of anglers and almost 50 annual fishing tournaments. Come fish for Snook,
Tarpon, Groupers, Snappers, Redfish, Seatrout, Pompano, Sheepshead and many more.
Catch the Action
Capt. Bill Russell
As a native Bill has spent his entire life living on
Pine Island and fishing the surrounding waters for
over forty years and as a professional fishing guide
for the past fourteen years. The waters surrounding
Pine Island are a true fishing mecca that provides a
wide choice of angling thrills. We specialize in light
tackle fishing for Snook, Tarpon, Redfish, Sea Trout,
Sharks and a variety of other inshore species. We
customize each trip to ensure everyone on board
has a great time and will return again. From the
small child to the novice to the most experienced
angler we will make your trip a memorable one. If
it’s your first fish or the fish of a lifetime we will work
hard to make it happen while having fun too!
Stuck em’ Deep
Florida Adventures by Airboat
Stuck ‘em Deep is the first guide service to
offer outdoors enthusiasts authentic Florida
fishing and hunting adventures by airboat in
our area. Adventures encompass saltwater
and freshwater fishing/ bowfishing, gator
hunting and scenic tours through some of
the most beautiful estuaries Southwest
Florida has to offer. Our 16 ft. custom
Scorpion Airboats are powered by state-ofthe-art Water Thunder motors, and the top of
the line electronics by Hummingbird.
Experienced Captains are licensed and
insured. Whether bowfishing or fishing, all
equipment and licenses are provided. All
you need is a smile and a camera, and
beware of the addiction!
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BOWFISHING
Easy Rider Guide Service
Capt. Dick May
Captain Dick May is located on Pine Island
in Bokeelia. He specializes in light tackle,
flats fishing in Pine Island Sound and
Charlotte Harbor. He has fished from Alaska
to South America but says this area is the
best for year-round fishing. In the summer
he also fishes for sharks and recently landed
his largest, a 7 ft. Hammerhead.
His 22 foot Pathfinder is comfortable, dry
and still runs shallow enough to get into the
back country to fish for Snook, Redfish,
Trout, and Snapper, and sturdy enough to
chase Tarpon in the passes. He enjoys
teaching youngsters, so bring beginners and
kids. Capt. Dick has also published 3
seafood recipe books, and he submits a
monthly recipe in Lee County’s Nautical Mile
magazine and Pine Island’s
local newspaper.
(239) 633-4662
(239) 283-7960
Facebook.com/StuckEmDeep
(239) 283-3247
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Cape Coral Guide Service
Capt. RJ Hagewood
Tripletail Charters
Capt. Charles Epranian
Fish Face Charters
Capt. Terry Fisher
Captain RJ Hagewood was born and raised right
here in SW Florida and has been fishing these
waters for over 15 years. He's gathered years of
experience fishing local tournaments for snook,
shark, trout, redfish, and tarpon including the
Professional Tarpon Tournament Series
also known as the PTTS.
Captain Charles Epranian grew up here in SW
Florida and has been fishing local waters for over
35 years. The “unknown” of what you might catch
or see on any given day is what excites him most
about guiding and fishing. Captain Charles is
U.S. Coast Guard licensed and insured and
specializes in light tackle and backwater fishing
charters in and around Pine Island, Cape Coral,
Ft. Myers, Sanibel and Captiva.
Captain Terry Fisher has over 30 years of fishing
experiences in the Caribbean and on both the east
and west coasts of Florida has chosen SW Florida
as his permanent home to fish and enjoy the
marine estuaries of Pine Island Sound, Charlotte
Harbor, surrounding bays, rivers and creeks. He is
a full time fishing guide located in Cape Coral and
launches his boats from a variety of locations to
accommodate clients and to insure that they get to
fish the best possible locations.
There are multiple adventures available including
inshore, offshore, or backcountry. Capt RJ can
hook you up to a Goliath grouper or take you and
the kids for a family friendly day in the sun.
Wether you're a local or on vacation, if want to get
out on the water for a memorable day of fishing
give Cape Coral Guide Service a call. You can also
follow Captain RJ's adventures at
Facebook.com/capecoralguideservice
He fishes a high performance Action Craft flats
boat that is stable and comfortable for up to 3
anglers. Kids are always welcome, as well as
seasoned anglers of all fishing styles. An iced
cooler and water and sodas are included, with
room for your lunch or beverages of your choice.
All bait, tackle, license, and captain’s knowledge
are included. [email protected]
Specializing in flats fishing for both the
professional and beginning angler’s that want a
day on the water catching Snook, Redfish, Trout
and Tarpon, Captain Terry also offers a more
casual atmosphere for clients and families who
may want to include some site-seeing along with
the charter. A ‘first-mate’ is available for junior
anglers as well. [email protected]
(239)872-9638
(239)410-2515
(239)471-7332
[email protected]
www.fishpineislandsound.com
www.fishfacecharters.com
Captain
George Howell
Tenacity Guide Service
Capt. Bo Johnson
Wild Fly Charters
Born and raised on the outer banks of
North Carolina, Capt. George Howell grew
up fishing waters very similar to the back
bays, sounds, rivers and beaches SW
Florida. Before moving to Lee County to
pursue his dream of becoming a
professional angler, Capt. George earned
his degree in biology, an education that
provided insight into the world through the
eyes of fish.
Capt. George is an active participant in
C.A.S.T for Kids Foundation
(www.castforkids.org) and Operation Open
Arms (www.OperationOpenArms.com) for
the SWFL area. As a full time fishing guide,
nothing is more fulfilling to him than
providing others with a memorable day of
fishing.
www.Capt-George.com
239.770.5166
[email protected]
Capt. Bo Johnson & First Mate Deidra Bridger
team up in bringing you the ultimate saltwater
fishing experience in SW Florida & Key West.They
offer adrenaline packed tarpon and shark action as
well as family friendly backcountry fishin’ for
redfish, seatrout & snook. Clients choose among
the following adventures at sea = Sharkin', Tarpon
the Silver King, Backcountry Flats Fishin’, The
BEST of Key West, Goliath Grouper Tug-o-War,
Backcountry Scenery & Corporate Retreat at Sea.
The duo is also active with TV Shows, Magazine
Publications, Pro-Staff Duties, Philanthropic
Events, and the Tournament World. They can’t
wait to show you their amazing SW FL & Key West
fisheries, and one heck of a good time!! Give them
a call and set your date to come wet a line & pull
some drag!
Capt. Gregg McKee
Capt. Gregg McKee is a full time fishing guide
and owner of Wildfly Charters, providing full
service flats fishing trips in in the waters
surrounding Pine Island. Born in central PA,
(Go Steelers!) Capt.Gregg started his fishing
career after moving to Key West in 1992. He
guided the Keys until 2005 when he and his
wife Amanda moved to the island of Vieques,
Puerto Rico. Gregg started fishing the waters
of SW Florida in 2001 when his parents
retired to beautiful Matlacha, FL. He
immediately fell in love with the area and now
spends most of the year chasing tarpon,
redfish, and snook from Boca Grande to
Sanibel. Capt. Gregg runs an 18 foot
Beavertail BT3 skiff and welcomes both
experienced anglers and total beginners.
[email protected] (239) 565-2960
(239) 633-4662 www.fishtenacity.com
www.wildflycharters.com
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Downtown Matlacha - 4604 Pine Island Road
(239) 282-0099
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White Pelicans
Cool Facts
The White Pelican does not dive for
fish as the Brown Pelican does.
Instead, it dips its head underwater to
scoop up fish. Several pelicans may fish
cooperatively, moving into a circle to
concentrate fish, and then dipping
their heads under simultaneously to
catch fish.
Habitat
Breeds mainly on isolated islands in
freshwater lakes, forages on inland
marshes, lakes, or rivers, favoring
shallows. Islands used for breeding are
often 30 or more miles from foraging
areas. During the nonbreeding season,
American White Pelicans favor shallow
coastal bays, inlets, and estuaries.
Food
The American White Pelican forages
mainly on fish in shallow wetlands;
crayfish, tadpoles and salamanders are
also eaten. Researchers have found
regurgitated fish hooks and lures in
colonies, suggesting that pelicans also
take game fish that have been injured
or slowed by anglers.
Nesting
The nest is a shallow depression with a
low rim that the bird forms while it is
sitting, by raking up gravel, soil, or
nearby vegetation with its bill. The
nest bottom consists of the same
material, and vegetative insulation or
lining within the nest is rare.
Nests in colonies on islands that aren’t
subject to regular flooding. The eggs
are typically laid on bare gravel, sand,
or soil with little vegetation in the
immediate area. In forested regions,
the American White Pelican sometimes
will nest under either deciduous or
coniferous trees.
Behavior
The American White Pelican is a
graceful flier, either singly, in flight
formations, or soaring on thermals in
flocks. They soar in different portions
of thermals for different distances:
wandering flights in lower portions of a
thermal, commuting flights at middle
heights, and cross-country flights in
the upper reaches of thermal columns.
They are skilled swimmers, but they do
not plunge-dive for prey like their
coastal relatives the Brown Pelican.
Instead they make shallow dives from
the surface of the water or just plunge
their heads underwater. They often
hunt for food in groups in shallow
water.
Conservation
American White Pelican numbers have
been increasing steadily at a rate of
about 3.9 percent per year from 1980
to 2003. On their nesting grounds,
pelicans are very sensitive to human
disturbance—people, boats, and lowflying planes can cause the birds to
leave their nests, exposing eggs and
young to excessive heat and predatory
gulls. They are also shot, either
illegally for trophies or in an attempt
to protect fish stocks (although
American White Pelicans typically do
not eat commercially valuable fish).
In the 1960s, when the pesticide DDT
was widely used, pelicans produced
thinner eggshells. Because pelicans
tend to nest on islands where they are
safe from mammalian predators,
altered lake levels (flooding or
drainage) can render their breeding
habitat unsafe. According to
NatureServe, populations are of
particular concern in California, Idaho,
Utah, Washington, Wisconsin,
Wyoming, and British Columbia, Canada.
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It’s more than fishing…..
Southwest Florida has earned a reputation
as a fishermen’s paradise with seemingly
unlimited angling opportunities. It’s a place
where you can stalk tailing redfish in the
shallows or chase giant tarpon off the
beaches and so much more. But even with
all the great fishing possibilities, it’s often
easy to lose focus with the diverse amount
of nature to experience.
I hear comments almost on a daily basis
from anglers in amazement at just how
diverse our ecosystem is. In just a few
hours you can expect to encounter more
species of birds than one can count, a few
on the list are pelicans, a huge array of
wading birds, plus ospreys and bald eagles.
If you pay attention, it’s common to
witness an osprey dive down to the water
and proudly lift off with his fresh catch
only to have an eagle meet him in mid-air.
After an aerial chase that involves lots of
aerobatics, the eagle always takes home
the fish and the osprey is left to catch
another. If you are a bird watcher or
photographer it’s really easy to get
distracted and forget all about fishing
Of all our marine wildlife, bottlenose
dolphins are my favorite. They always have
a friendly smile and a knack for bringing
out the kid in all of us. They are energetic,
playful, and love to put on a show. They
seldom turn down the opportunity to
playfully jump and follow in a boats wake.
For me dolphin define cool, I never get tired
of watching them. They can be viewed from
shore around bridges, fishing piers, and
cruising just off the beaches. From a boat
you are likely to encounter them anywhere
along the coastal waters.
a little time around one you will quickly
realize they are harmless and don’t have a
mean bone in their body. In the cool months
you can view hundreds at a time at Manatee
Park in east Fort Myers where they migrate
for the safety of warm water when the
temperature drops. When the waters not
too cold for them, it’s typical in a day of
boating to encounter many manatees in the
wild, feeding and playfully carrying on. They
are also often sighted cruising just a few
feet of the beaches off our coast.
The Gulf beaches are beautiful and world
famous for great shelling, that’s no secret,
but you can also expect to see plenty of
wildlife. Over the years I have spent a lot of
time at Cayo Costa State Park and it’s
about as old Florida as you can get. Arriving
by boat is the only access and the seven
mile Island is almost completely void of
civilization, with the exception of the state
park camp grounds and a few private
residences.
Captain Bill Russell
great fishing opportunities from the Island.
There are also similar beaches accessible
from car.
I use to take for granted the wonderful
wildlife and scenery in our local waters
after seeing it day in and day out. I’m lucky
that I get reminded almost daily while
fishing with clients visiting the area that
there is so much more to the waters of
southwest Florida than catching fish. I don’t
get on the boat anymore without the
camera, don’t forget yours.
(239) 283-7960
[email protected]
www.fishpineisland.com
Here you can walk miles on hiking trails, or
swim and walk the beach and expect birds of
all varieties, plus dolphin and manatees
often cruising just a few feet of the sand
in the gin clear water. And yes there is
Our area is home for Manatees, while they
will never rival a dolphin for a fun time, they
are abundant and a very large sea mammal
when observed up close. They are generally
laid back and slow moving, after you spend
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IMPORTANT NUMBERS
EMERGENCY
www.usps.com
4547 Pine Island Rd. 283-0924
Pine Island Veterinary Hospital
(239) 283-1244
4480 Stringfellow Rd. 283-3894
Urgent Care of SW Florida
(239) 573-1007
15980 Stringfellow Rd. 283-4258
Riverdale Dental
(239) 283-1041
(239) 283-7777
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Breakfast
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10700 Stringfellow Rd.
Bokeelia 282-3232
4548 Pine Island Rd.
Matlacha 283-4447
Winn-Dixie Shopping Center
St. James City 282-5502
Island Chiropractic Services
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(239) 283-8045
Houses of Worship
Body of our Lord Jesus Christ Ministries
Lee Memorial .....................................332-1111
Cape Coral Hospital ...........................574-2323
Gulf Coast Hospital ............................768-5000
Healthpark Care Center .....................433-4647
SWFL Regional Medical Center .........939-1147
Children’s Hospital .............................433-7799
Lehigh Regional Med Center .............369-2101
574-1110
5100 Doug Taylor Circle
283-0413
Church of God of Prophecy
15146 Stringfellow Road
283-2128
Pine Island United Methodists Church
Pine Island News
283-2022
5701 Pine Island Road
283-2386
The Church of Jesus Christ
1911 Wade Drive 283-1991
www.leecountyboater.com ...............424-8010
Quarterly
293-0888
CAPTAIN JACKS TOURS
Dolphins - Manatee - Sunsets - Family Fun
Round trips to North Captiva
with Singing Captain Cathy
Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal
283-0456
First Baptist Church of Pine Island
5363 Avenue D
283-1737
First Baptist Church of St. James City
8th & Oleander
283-0892
First Baptist Church of Matlacha
3310 SW Pine Island Road
283-2446
St. John’s Episcopal Church
283-1820
Fishers of Men Lutheran Church
Matlacha - Bokeelia
Cayo Costa - Boca Grande
Cabbage Key - N. Captiva
(239)
222-9886
283-1170
Pine Island Community Church
5320 Doug Taylor Circle 283-9944
Jewish Community Center
4998 Carlew Rd. 283-0414
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Contractor discounts
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*Pine Island Sound is known to
have the largest population of
Bottle Nose Dolphin per square
mile than anywhere in the U.S.
SIZE The bottlenose dolphin grows to be at most 12 feet (3.7 m) long,
sometimes weighing more than 1,400 pounds (635 kg). Most are
smaller than this.
SHAPE AND FINS Bottlenose Dolphins have stream-lined bodies and a
rounded head with a distinctive beak. They have a tall, falcate dorsal
fin and broad, slightly pointed flippers.
DIET AND TEETH Bottlenose dolphins are hunters that fish mostly at
the surface of the water, eating mostly fish and squid . They have
many pairs of sharp, pointed teeth distributed in both the upper and
lower jaws.
PREDATORS OF DOLPHINS Some sharks (including tiger sharks, dusky
sharks and bull sharks) and Orcas will prey upon dolphins. Dolphins
are also often trapped in people's fishing nets.
SOCIAL GROUPS Bottlenose dolphins live in small pods of up to 12
whales; they are very social animals. Often, many pods group together
to form congregations of hundreds of dolphins.
DIVING, JUMPING, AND BOW RIDING Dolphins can dive down to more
than 1,000 feet
(300 m) and can jump up to 20 feet (6 m) out of the water. A bow
rider is a dolphin that hitches a rides in the bow wave in front of a
ship. The dolphin surfs using the pressure created in front of a moving
ship.
SPOUTING - BREATHING Dolphins breathe air at the surface of the
water through a single blowhole located near the top of the head.
They need to breathe about every 2 minutes, but can hold their breath
for several minutes. Their blow is a single, explosive cloud.
HABITAT AND RANGE Bottlenose dolphins live near the coast and
inshore waters from northern Cape Hatteras to southern Florida and
westward through the Gulf of Mexico. Another population lives near
the continental shelf off New Jersey. Bottlenose dolphins live in
different areas during the different parts of their life cycle, for example,
breeding and giving birth.
** They are the only known mammal (except for humans) that makes
love for pleasure, and the male could kill a baby if the female does not
participate.
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Harley Cooper’s
Capt. Dick’s Fishing Calendar
IN SOUTHWEST FLORIDA THERE ARE ALWAYS FISH TO BE
in trouble ......again HERE
CAUGHT BUT WATER TEMPERATURES AND TIDES OFTEN
His old friend Salt, the last remaining relative of a notorious pirate,
is no help at all.
Just when teenager Harley and sixty-something Salt decide to track
down a 200-year-old treasure using an ancient map from Salt’s
Book of Secrets, modern day pirates walk in to kidnap Harley’s
girlfriend and steal their gold.
But, that’s only the beginning. The real trouble starts when Salt
won’t allow Harley to help get them back.
The Cajun Pirate, a novel by Wilson Hawthorne (paperback, 346
pages, Eyeland Telemedia, November 2010, retail $11.95), is the
second book in the Pirate series. The Pirate tales pit Florida boy,
Harley Davidsen Cooper, against current day villains who are in
some way connected to famous buccaneers from piracy’s Golden
Age. In Cajun, the bad guys come in the form of two brothers
named John and Skeebo Lafitte, descendants of the 19th century
privateer Jean Lafitte.
Skeebo, a tattooed, cross-eyed mongrel, has traveled from the
bayous of Louisiana to the shores of the Florida coast to settle an
old score with Salt. Skeebo snatches beautiful Eden Baker to
force Harley and Salt to unearth a pirate fortune and hand it over.
Upping the ante, the Cajun also steals Salt’s 77-foot Hatteras
sportfisherman and another girl, 16-year-old Isabella Rivera, a
Cuban refugee close to Salt’s heart. When Salt leaves Harley
behind to pursue Skeebo and his men by sea, Harley borrows a
friend’s leaky, old boat and sets out with a rescue plan of his own,
one that takes him all the way to New Orleans.
DETERMINE WHAT SPECIES ARE MOST PLENTIFUL. THE
FOLLOWING CHART RELATES TO THE PINE ISLAND
SURROUNDING CHARLOTTE HARBOUR AREAS.
JANUARY & FEBRUARY
SPECKLED SEA TROUT IN CANALS, CREEKS AND BOAT BASINS.
IF WATER WARMS ABOVE 70 TRY GRASS FLATS IN 4 TO 6 FEET
OF WATER. LOOK FOR REDFISH IN POT-HOLES ON THE GRASS
FLATS. ON WARM SUNNY DAYS TRY VERY SHALLOW, WIND
PROTECTED AREAS THAT HAVE A BLACK BOTTOM. FISH FOR
SHEEPSHEAD AROUND BARNACLE ENCRUSTED PILINGS,
DOCKS, SEAWALLS AND ROCK PILES.
MARCH
GREAT MONTH FOR SEATROUT. LARGER REDFISH WILL START
SHOWING UP AS SOON AS BAIT STARTS COMING BACK. SNOOK
WILL BE UNDER THE MANGROVE BUSHES AROUND SHORELINE
AND ON POINTS. SHARKS WILL START TO RETURN THIS MONTH.
APRIL & MAY
KEEPER SIZE REDFISH START SHOWING UP THIS MONTH
ALONG WITH LARGER SNOOK, TROUT, SHARKS, AND WE START
TO SEE TARPON. IN MAY START LOOKING FOR SPANISH
MACKEREL. THIS MONTH IS ABOUT AS GOOD AS IT GETS.
JUNE
SNOOK WILL BE HEADED FOR THE BEACHES AND REDFISH
WILL BE UNDER THE BUSHES ON HIGH TIDES. TARPON AND
SHARKS WILL BE IN THE PASSES AND SCATTERED THROUGHOUT
CHARLOTTE HARBOR. TROUT WILL STILL BE PLENTIFUL.
Along the way, Harley surfs a tsunami of adventure.
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Just 1/2 mile south of the center in
the Pine Island Winn-Dixie Plaza
Family owned
and operated
We've served all of
Pine Island, Matlacha
and the barrier
islands since 1985.
Catching a Ferry?
Season Hours
Nov 30-May 2
Mon - Thu 8-8
Fri - Sat 8-9
Sundays 10-6
After May 2nd
Mon - Sat 8-8
Sundays 10-5
Call ahead to have your
order ready for pick-up.
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Center
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Fax: (239) 283-1595
283-1515
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Guided Kayak Tours
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Island
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St. James City
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2408 Andalusia Blvd. Cape Coral
Specializing in custom
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(239) 458-3860

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