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The red tide bloom off Sanibel and Captiva may be in decline based on lower counts as well as a shift in satellite imagery that shows it moving to the north and south of the islands. The images above show the difference between Jan. 27 (on left) and yesterday's composite imagery. SCCF Marine Lab scientists say conditions are improving and the bloom may have run its course for the time being, despite patches that remain offshore. Click below to learn about results of the lab's water sampling yesterday and today. | |
SanCap Trust Co Steps Up as Presenting Sponsor! | |
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SCCF is thrilled to announce the Sanibel Captiva Trust Company as presenting sponsor for The Cause for Conservation on Saturday, March 8.
“The partnership between SCCF and The Trust Company goes back many years," said CEO James Evans. "We are grateful for their support of this pivotal SCCF fundraiser, as well as their legacy of supporting our island nonprofits."
Sponsorships are still available! Please contact Development Director Cheryl Giattini ator cgiattini@sccf.org to learn more.
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SCCF Accelerates Efforts to Re-Green Preserve Lands
SCCF is accelerating vegetation removal and implementing land management practices to give nature a boost to flourish and re-grow more quickly. Learn how you can help restore our islands' natural beauty!
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Roskamp at SCCF Today for Red Tide Research Study
The Roskamp Institute took samples from 10 volunteer participants for its red tide study today on Sanibel. Learn how you can get involved to improve understanding of the brain health impact of aerosolized exposure to red tide toxins.
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Sartore Draws Hundreds for McCarthy Memorial Lecture
On Feb. 6, SCCF hosted National Geographic Photographer Joel Sartore for the 7th annual Paul McCarthy Memorial Lecture. Highlighting the need to preserve biodiversity, Sartore delved into his exciting encounters with thousands of species.
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SCCF Attends 40th Annual Everglades Conference
On Jan. 30-Feb. 1, SCCF attended the 40th annual Everglades Coalition Conference in Miami at the Miccosukee Casino & Resort. The conference provides a forum and gathering space for the many stakeholders working to restore America’s Everglades — including conservation groups, elected officials, business leaders, scientists, students, and local, state, tribal, and federal partners.
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Bookmark SCCF's 2025 Legislative Tracker
In anticipation of the Florida Legislative Session starting next month on March 4, SCCF has posted the 2025 Legislative Tracker, which will follow the status of state bills SCCF supports or opposes in real time. View the tracker to find the Governor’s proposed budget, an interim committee meeting schedule, and a table of key environmental bills filed to date.
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Sloan Connects with Former SCCF Interns at Conference
SCCF Coastal Wildlife Director Kelly Sloan was thrilled to learn what several former SCCF sea turtle interns are now doing at last week's Southeast Regional Sea Turtle Meeting in Hilton Head. From left to right, Emily Skinner (2022 intern) is a Ph.D. student at University of Florida, Savannah Weber is SCCF's current Sea Turtle Biologist, Emily Hardin (2017 intern) is Conservation Programs Manager of Sea Turtles at Disney, Sloan, Bailey Yarborough (2023 intern) is a Conservation Technician with Jekyll Island Authority, and Sabrina Sorace (2022 intern) is a Biologist at the St. Croix Sea Turtle Project.
"They are all thriving," said Sloan. "Seeing their amazing contributions to sea turtle conservation makes me so proud."
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Volunteers Needed at Puschel Preserve on Feb. 18!
Come join SCCF for a fun and rewarding morning of planting native plants and mulching in the pollinator garden at SCCF's Puschel Preserve. Help us prepare this preserve for its grand opening in March!
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New Residents Enjoy Environmental Orientation
New residents and business owners of Sanibel and Captiva joined SCCF staff members for a day of adventure and learning last week during an Environmental Orientation for New Islanders. The orientation highlighted SCCF's program areas and educated attendees about the unique environment of our barrier islands.
Join us for another orientation on Tuesday, April 1 to learn more about what makes the islands’ environment so special and unique! Our March date is now full.
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Sip & Slurp Party to Support Oyster Restoration
Want to help support oyster restoration efforts in San Carlos and Tarpon Bay? Come Sip & Slurp with us at Doc Ford's Friday, Feb. 28! This event, hosted by On Island will allow guests to learn more about the importance of oyster reefs while enjoying complimentary oysters, participating in a silent auction, 50-50 raffle, and more!
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Choose Native Plants this Valentine's Day!
From red salvia (Salvia coccinea) to ageratum (Ageratum houstonianum) to sunshine mimosa (Mimosa strigillosa), Florida’s native flowers are bursting with colors perfect for Valentine’s Day. We just received a big shipment of flowers at SCCF’s Native Landscapes & Garden Center — stop by between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Tuesday through Friday to browse our selection and chat with our knowledgeable staff.
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Piping Plover Print Supports SCCF's Shorebird Program!
NYC-based illustrator Kesia Finley is generously donating 15% of proceeds from her limited edition piping plover print, “The Tide’s Peep,” to SCCF and our partners at Great Lakes Piping Plovers. Our Coastal Wildlife staff work closely with the Great Lakes group throughout the year to ensure the future of these federally endangered shorebirds. Finley’s prints will first go on sale to her email subscribers at 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 13.
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Hendry County Students Learn About Shorebirds
Inspiring future biologists with Sanibel Sea School’s A Chance to Sea program! Fifth grade students from Up the Grove Elementary School in Hendry County visited the flagship campus to learn all about shorebirds. After a quick lesson about birding etiquette, students headed to the beach in search of common shorebirds using ID guides and games to learn more about these species.
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LOCATION CHANGE: Weeds 'n Seeds Feb. 17
Next week's Weeds ‘n’ Seeds plant walk has been moved to SCCF's Johnston Preserve, a beautiful upland habitat favored by gopher tortoises. We'll meet at 9 a.m. at the gate across from the Children’s Education Center of the Islands (350 Casa Ybel Road), which has generously offered their parking lot to attendees as there is no street side parking.
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Funding for Home Elevation Now Available
The Florida Department of Emergency Management has launched its new “Elevate Florida” residential mitigation program, which offers eligible homeowners the opportunity to elevate, reconstruct, or implement wind mitigation measures on their homes with up to 75% of costs covered. FISH of SanCap is providing assistance to guide homeowners through the application process, including navigating additional financial assistance opportunities for those who struggle to cover the 25% homeowner cost-share requirement. LEARN MORE.
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Check out all our upcoming events and program offerings on our website calendar! | |
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in 1967 on Sanibel Island, Florida
EIN 59-1205087
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