There probably is no better time to examine history than at the start of a new year.
And though most come to Sanibel Island for shelling, birding, biking, fishing and swimming; there is history to the island that can be as engrossing.
Historians believe that...
We all know and love Sanibel as a peaceful, pretty place.
A lot of us use to leave doors and windows open and cars unlocked based on the Island's exemplary record for safe living.
So it came as a bit of a shock when a...
“Butterflies are self propelled flowers. ”
― R.H. Heinlein
And so we who love Sanibel would agree. While there is so much wild life on Sanibel Island that the "mere" butterfly can easily be missed, those who love these self propelled flowers will not be...
With all the things to do on Sanibel Island, many people do not get to see our lighthouse and the nearby pier.
The lighthouse has historic significance for the island but we are finding that the pier is just as fascinating.
And while you would...
Sanibel Island is a peaceful place.
Small, tropical, inviting, it is easy to feel that there is not a worry in the world while vacationing on Sanibel.
And for the most part, that is accurate.
The singular exception may be the presence of alligators, and...
