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8 Top Gift Ideas for Boaters

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Are you debating what to buy for the fishing or nautical enthusiast in your life? In Southwest Florida, there are plenty of great gift ideas available for boaters and anglers. We have eight top gift ideas for boaters and fishers to help you with present planning this holiday season. Fishing Attire Fishing attire is a […]

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The 13 Answers to Your Florida Stone Crab Season Questions

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There are two events in the Sunshine State that mark the return of fall and early winter in Florida: The return of cooler weather and the Florida stone crab season. Stone crab season in Florida runs Oct. 15 through May 15. Those delicious stone crab claws that visitors of Sanibel and Fort Myers crave can […]

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9 Redfish Fishing Tips Along Florida’s Coast

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October is the start of redfish fishing season along the coast of Sanibel Island and Fort Myers. If you are seeking to take advantage of redfish fishing in Florida, grab some bait as we teach you the 9 fishing tips you need to become a redfish fishing pro. Head to the Mangrove Islands Redfish fishing […]

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Best Sanibel Island Bike Trails

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Did you know that Sanibel Island has more than 22 miles of paved bike trails? Known for its white sand beaches and gorgeous sunsets, the many Sanibel Island bike trails also make it a haven for bicycle enthusiasts. Grab your bike as we map out the best Sanibel Island bike trails for you to enjoy […]

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8 Saltwater Fishing Tips You Need to Know

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“Fishing is not an escape from life, but often a deeper immersion into it.” ­­‑ Harry Middleton It’s always a great day to be fishing on the water off the shore of Sanibel Island. The fishing opportunities are plentiful off the coast while you enjoy amazing sunsets, sunrises and beautiful scenery in the Gulf of […]

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Is Sanibel Island a Good Vacation Spot?

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Many wonder all the time: “Is Sanibel Island a good vacation spot?” We are here to tell you it’s the perfect location for a Florida vacation with wonderful boating and watersports activities.  How is Sanibel Island a good vacation spot? It has the following:  The best beach in Florida The best opportunities for shelling Wildlife […]

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Best Spots to View a Sanibel Island Sunset

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Beautiful sunsets are as big a part of Sanibel Island as the sand and surf for visitors and tourists. Seeing a Sanibel Island sunset is a calming and peaceful experience that never gets old. Follow our map and tips to for the best spots to view a Sanibel sunset. Blind Pass Beach Known as a […]

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7 Great Reasons to Choose Saltwater Fishing

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The Gulf of Mexico is a saltwater fishing paradise off the shores of beautiful Sanibel Island. Florida offers fishers great boating, fishing and fishing charter opportunities. We’ve got the 7 reasons saltwater fishing off Sanibel Island is a fantastic choice. More Fishing Variety If you’re a fan of switching up ways to fish to catch […]

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Port Sanibel Hosts 2nd Annual Grouper Slam

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Did you know that Florida is responsible for more than 85% of all the grouper caught in the United States? Grouper is a favorite fresh seafood dish in the United States. Several species of grouper flock to the shore of beautiful Sanibel Island every year. Seeking to catch the popular fish in a tournament setting […]

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Shark Week 2016

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Whether you’re a Jaws fan, a Sharknado fan or a lover of all real sharks, it’s time to celebrate. Shark Week is back! Here’s how to get the most out of the week in Sanibel Island. Sharing the Water with Sharks Sharks have been swimming in Florida waters for more than 400 million years, according […]

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