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Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve Wading Trip

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Thursday June 27th from 9am to 11am hhtp://www.dept.state.fl.us/coastal/sites/estero/calendar/wading_trip.htm We will take a refreshing journey into the waters of Ester Bay, wading into mudflats and seagrass beds to find many of the plants and animals that call this estuary home. Using dip nets and seine nets we will collect organisms such as fish, shrimp, crabs, snails…continue reading

Behind The Scenes Tours Every Thursday

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A Behind-the-Scenes Tour takes you inside and up close in the Edison & Ford homes led by the Curator staff and includes the homes, gardens, lab and museum. Ticket cost: Free to Edison Ford members, non members $40. Space is limited and reservations are suggested by calling 239-334-7419 Website: http://efwefla.org Location: Edison Ford Winter Estates…continue reading

BARRIER ISLAND GUIDED WALKS

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Learn about the importance of barrier islands and how they protect the mainland. Free 90 minute walk offered at Bowditch Point Park each Tuesday at 9:30am and Friday at 1pm.

TURTLE TROT

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Friends of Lovers Key have announced the 8th Annual Turtle Trot 5K Race will be held on May 11,2013. Runners, joggers and walkers are all invited to join the fun at Lovers Key State Park. Register online at www.friendsofloverskey.org or stop at the park for a form. Fee is $25/adults and $15/youth before May 5th….continue reading

Privateer Lynx Winters on Fort Myers Beach

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The Ship Lynx will be in port in Fort Myers Beach December 20, 2013 through January 11, 2014 and again March 16, 2014 until May 18, 2014 the lynx will be offering daily dockside tours.  Tickets $8.00 for ages 13 and up. For more information call 866-446-5969 Come learn what life was like aboard ship…continue reading

Lovers Key Trails

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Want to disappear for a few hours and lose yourself in the beauty of the barrier islands? Head on over to Lovers Key State Park for a leisurely walk or bike ride along their recreational trails. Lovers Key is a 1600 acre park comprised of four barrier islands- Lovers Key, Inner Key, Black Island and…continue reading

FARMERS MARKET

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For a refreshing change there are 2 fresh Farmers Markets on the beach… Tuesdays from 8-1 p.m. at Santini Plaza and Fridays from 7:30 -11:30 a.m under the Matanzas pass Bridge. the Friday market is growing each year with this year hosting more vendors providing meals cooked on site.

Edison Ford Festival of Light Grand Parade

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The  Edison Festival of Light Grand Parade will take place on Saturday Feb.15, 2014 . The parade starts at 7:00 p.m. downtown Fort Myers.This is the only night parade in the area. You will want to come and celebrate the life and achievements of our local winter resident Thomas Edison. More information can be found…continue reading

A Community Christmas Celebration and Gift Bazaar

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Spectacular Holiday Arts and Crafts Bazaar with 40 Vendors – Elves Gift Wrapping Stations, Christmas Tree lighting at Noon! Restaurants of Santini presenting gourmet food and drink specialties! Local Choirs and Orchestras presenting Christmas performances throughout the day. Benefiting Lee Memorial Pediatric Unit.  Admission – 1 unwrapped teddy bear For more information and vendor details: Bonnie Roberts…continue reading

Sand Sculpting Championship, Fort Myers Beach, FL

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The 26th annual American Sand Sculpting Championship will be November 16 – 26, 2012 at Fort Myers Beach.  You won’t want to miss this event!  Master sand sculptors from all over will work their magic and transform sand into dazzling masterpieces.  Over 1000 tons of sand will be sculpted.  You can join the fun by attending…continue reading