As of today, SCCF’s William and Ruth Brooks Nature Trails are closed in preparation for a prescribed burn scheduled for tomorrow. They will remain closed through Friday, July 10.

SCCF is planning for a controlled burn on Wednesday, July 8, south of Sanibel Captiva Road, if weather and habitat conditions permit. The unit is approximately 20 acres and encompasses Spartina marshes behind the SCCF Headquarters (3333 San-Cap Rd) to the Wildlife & Habitat Management Building (3399 San-Cap Rd).

The purpose is to help reduce the overaccumulation of vegetation acting as fire fuel and to enhance habitat for native wildlife. Restoration and maintenance of the fire-dependent freshwater marsh habitat is essential for a healthy ecosystem.

If atmospheric conditions remain appropriate on Wednesday and the burn is performed, the Brooks Trails in the Erick Lindblad Preserve, behind the SCCF Headquarters, will be closed through the week.

Beware of smoke on Sanibel-Captiva Road. Sanibel Police Department will be on site to control traffic on Sanibel-Captiva Road. It is recommended that you keep your windows closed that day. 

If you have any questions, please call Chris Lechowicz at (239) 222-4268.