Coastal Watch
Love Sanibel Back Beach Cleanup
Bailey Homestead Preserve 1300 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL, United StatesJoin SCCF’s Coastal Watch on Saturday, Nov. 2, from 9–11 a.m. for an island-wide effort to clean Sanibel’s beaches. Volunteers will remove Hurricane Helene and Milton debris and other trash, helping restore dune habitats and clean our beautiful beaches. Sign-ups open Friday, Oct. 18 at 12 p.m. on Point. For groups of 10+, email us…
Chapel By The Sea Volunteer Day
Captiva Chapel by the Sea 11580 Chapin Ln, Captiva, FL, United StatesJoin us to help restore the historic Chapel by the Sea Cemetery on Captiva, impacted by Hurricane Milton. Volunteers will assist in carefully removing several feet of sand that covered the cemetery, and transporting it to a nearby staging site. This important task requires attention, respect, and care as we work together to preserve this…
Adopt-A-Mangrove Adoption Day
Bailey Homestead Preserve 1300 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL, United StatesNow, more than ever, our coastal ecosystems need your support. We invite you to participate in SCCF Coastal Watch’s Adopt-A-Mangrove Program. Join us on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024, at the Bailey Homestead Preserve from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. for Adoption Day! You’ll be able to pick up your mangrove seedlings and everything you need…
Gretchen C. Valade Preserve Cleanup
Gretchen C. Valade Preserve 6390 Sanibel Captiva Rd., Sanibel, FL, United StatesJoin us for a morning of conservation work at the 2.2-acre Gretchen C. Valade Preserve, a lush tropical hardwood hammock at the far west end of Sanibel. After recent storms, debris has scattered across this important conservation area, impacting local wildlife habitats and native plants. Volunteers are needed to help restore this ecosystem by removing…
Bright Water (W. Gulf Drive) Preserve Cleanup
Island Inn 3111 W Gulf Dr, Sanibel, FL, United StatesBe a part of our restoration efforts at the Bright Water Preserve along West Gulf Drive! This hidden gem, located across from Island Inn, endured severe storm surges during Hurricanes Helene and Milton, leaving debris scattered across the landscape. Volunteers are needed to help clear this debris to ensure a safe and thriving environment for…
Adopt-A-Mangrove Adoption Day
Bailey Homestead Preserve 1300 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL, United StatesNow, more than ever, our coastal ecosystems need your support. We invite you to participate in SCCF Coastal Watch’s Adopt-A-Mangrove Program. Join us on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024, at the Bailey Homestead Preserve from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. for Adoption Day! You’ll be able to pick up your mangrove seedlings and everything you need…
Sanibel’s 50th Anniversary Cleanup
Celebrate Sanibel’s 50th Anniversary with Coastal Watch by participating in a special roadside cleanup! Join us as we honor Sanibel’s legacy of conservation and come together to remove debris left behind by recent hurricanes. Sign up on POINT
Arbor Day
Sanibel Community House 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL, United StatesThe last Adopt-A-Mangrove adoption opportunity will be at the City of Sanibel Arbor Day celebration on Jan.17. The adoption will be from 2-4 p.m. with the official programming starting at 3 p.m. Coastal Watch Director, Kealy will speak briefly about the adoption program and the importance of mangroves during the event.
Woodring Road Shoreline Project
Woodring Road Dixie Beach Blvd A b Beach parking Lot, San Carlos Bay Drive, Sanibel, FL, United StatesFor many years, the shoreline along Woodring Road has been prone to erosion during storm and high wind events. The installation of the living shoreline back in 2022 has helped reduce the impact of erosion to Woodring Road, while also providing habitat benefits for fish and wildlife. As the final stage of this project, the…
Puschel Preserve Planting
Puschel Preserve 1905 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL, United StatesCome join SCCF for a morning of planting native plants in the pollinator garden at SCCF's Puschel Preserve. Volunteers will also help plant a small area that we are naming the demonstration marsh. SCCF is working towards getting this preserve ready for its grand opening in March! Volunteers will assist SCCF staff by planting salt…