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Stop by Monday mornings at our beloved Puschel Preserve. Together the Puschel Patrol will help weed, plant, water, mulch, collect debris, and do anything else this beautiful preserve might need to thrive. If you love Sanibel, gardening, native ecosystems, and peaceful mornings getting back to the earth, Puschel Patrol is perfect for you! The Puschel… |
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Join SCCF Coastal Watch for a hands-on, boots-in-the-muck experience that helps restore vital oyster reef habitat in Tarpon Bay. Volunteers will assist with filling buckets of shell, transporting materials, and working in shallow estuarine areas to help build structures that support marine life and improve water quality. Expect to get wet, muddy, and maybe even… |
3 events,
Looking for interactive classes to add to your homeschool curriculum this year? Join Sanibel Sea School for an immersive program that brings marine science to life for homeschoolers! The Homeschool at Sea program offers an experiential, hands-on approach to learning about Southwest Florida’s coastal ecosystems. Homeschool sessions include a mix of classroom activities, field excursions,… 
Looking to enjoy the outdoors while helping increase accessibility to SCCF public trails? Join SCCF staff on Wednesday mornings at various preserves to clear invasive plants, cut back overgrown vegetation, and generally maintain trails. Visitors welcome! Trail Blazers will assist SCCF staff with trail maintenance weekly throughout the season. Volunteers will help keep our SCCF… 
Sanibel Island offers world-class beachcombing, birding, and wildlife-watching opportunities. There is so much waiting to be discovered here! Join our knowledgeable marine science educators for a casual guided beach walk to explore what's washed ashore. We will talk about some of the more mysterious objects we find on the beach, look for fascinating animals, and…
$20
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Deepen your appreciation for our natural world while learning about the habitats, flora, and fauna on our barrier islands and in our coastal communities during a 6-week Florida Master Naturalist Course in Coastal Systems from Oct. 30 to Dec. 11. Classes will meet once per week on Thursdays to explore our local coastal ecosystems through…
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Join us for a special lecture by SCCF Wildlife Biologist, Mike Mills, to kick off the Gopher Tortoise Habitat Enhancement Project on Thursday, October 30 from 2:00–3:30 PM at SCCF’s Bailey Homestead pavilion. This engaging program will highlight the fascinating history and ecology of the Gopher Tortoise on Sanibel, from their diet, range, and habitat…
$10
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Sanibel Island offers world-class beachcombing, birding, and wildlife-watching opportunities. There is so much waiting to be discovered here! Join our knowledgeable marine science educators for a casual guided beach walk to explore what's washed ashore. We will talk about some of the more mysterious objects we find on the beach, look for fascinating animals, and…
$20
Join the Mangrove Mamas and Papas Nursery Team! Every Friday we will be working in the Mangrove and Restoration Nursery to help our little coastline warriors stay healthy and happy. Come for a Friday morning in the Mangrove and Restoration Nursery caring for our mangrove seedlings, as well as their restoration counterparts: spartina and purslane.… |
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The St. Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church invites the community to the Love Sanibel Community Gathering on Sunday, Nov. 2, from noon to 2:30 p.m. at the Sanibel Community House (2173 Periwinkle Way). This free, family-friendly celebration brings neighbors together to reconnect, create, and celebrate our island’s resilience. Last year 900 people attended this celebration in a… |
2 events,
Stop by Monday mornings at our beloved Puschel Preserve. Together the Puschel Patrol will help weed, plant, water, mulch, collect debris, and do anything else this beautiful preserve might need to thrive. If you love Sanibel, gardening, native ecosystems, and peaceful mornings getting back to the earth, Puschel Patrol is perfect for you! The Puschel… |
2 events,
Join SCCF Coastal Watch for a hands-on, boots-in-the-muck experience that helps restore vital oyster reef habitat in Tarpon Bay. Volunteers will assist with filling buckets of shell, transporting materials, and working in shallow estuarine areas to help build structures that support marine life and improve water quality. Expect to get wet, muddy, and maybe even… |
4 events,
Looking for interactive classes to add to your homeschool curriculum this year? Join Sanibel Sea School for an immersive program that brings marine science to life for homeschoolers! The Homeschool at Sea program offers an experiential, hands-on approach to learning about Southwest Florida’s coastal ecosystems. Homeschool sessions include a mix of classroom activities, field excursions,…
Looking to enjoy the outdoors while helping increase accessibility to SCCF public trails? Join SCCF staff on Wednesday mornings at various preserves to clear invasive plants, cut back overgrown vegetation, and generally maintain trails. Visitors welcome! Trail Blazers will assist SCCF staff with trail maintenance weekly throughout the season. Volunteers will help keep our SCCF…
Sanibel Island offers world-class beachcombing, birding, and wildlife-watching opportunities. There is so much waiting to be discovered here! Join our knowledgeable marine science educators for a casual guided beach walk to explore what's washed ashore. We will talk about some of the more mysterious objects we find on the beach, look for fascinating animals, and…
$20
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3 events,
Volunteer with us to restore Gopher Tortoise habitat! This habitat enhancement project focuses on improving the open, sandy upland (coastal scrub) environments that gopher tortoises rely on for burrowing, nesting, and foraging. Key tasks will include removing invasive plant species and thinning overgrown vegetation, which will make way for the planting of native ground cover… |
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Now, 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 at the Bailey Homestead Preserve on Sept. 26, Oct. 18, Nov. 7, or Dec.12 from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. for Adoption Day! You’ll be able to pick up your mangrove seedlings and everything…
Sanibel Island offers world-class beachcombing, birding, and wildlife-watching opportunities. There is so much waiting to be discovered here! Join our knowledgeable marine science educators for a casual guided beach walk to explore what's washed ashore. We will talk about some of the more mysterious objects we find on the beach, look for fascinating animals, and…
$20
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All are invited to learn more about mangrove loss and resilience during the Committee of the Islands (COTI)’s Community Conversation on at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 9, at 4 p.m. The presentation will be delivered by SCCF Community Conservation Coordinator Skye McDonald-Newman. Learn more |
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Leading up to the 126th Christmas Bird Count, SCCF and the Sanibel Captiva Audubon Society are holding bird walks around Sanibel and Fort Myers. Join us at Bunche Beach on Monday, Nov. 10, to learn about the shorebirds that call Florida home for the fall and winter. Shorebirds in non-breeding plumage can be challenging, but we have…
Stop by Monday mornings at our beloved Puschel Preserve. Together the Puschel Patrol will help weed, plant, water, mulch, collect debris, and do anything else this beautiful preserve might need to thrive. If you love Sanibel, gardening, native ecosystems, and peaceful mornings getting back to the earth, Puschel Patrol is perfect for you! The Puschel… |
2 events,
Join SCCF Coastal Watch for a hands-on, boots-in-the-muck experience that helps restore vital oyster reef habitat in Tarpon Bay. Volunteers will assist with filling buckets of shell, transporting materials, and working in shallow estuarine areas to help build structures that support marine life and improve water quality. Expect to get wet, muddy, and maybe even… |
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SCCF and the Sanibel-Captiva Art League welcome you to a joint exhibit at the Bailey Homestead Preserve (1300 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL) from Wednesday, Nov. 12 to Friday, Dec. 5, 2025. This exhibit will present new works of art that highlight the theme "Sky," in line with SCCF’s mission to protect and care for Southwest… Looking for interactive classes to add to your homeschool curriculum this year? Join Sanibel Sea School for an immersive program that brings marine science to life for homeschoolers! The Homeschool at Sea program offers an experiential, hands-on approach to learning about Southwest Florida’s coastal ecosystems. Homeschool sessions include a mix of classroom activities, field excursions,…
Looking to enjoy the outdoors while helping increase accessibility to SCCF public trails? Join SCCF staff on Wednesday mornings at various preserves to clear invasive plants, cut back overgrown vegetation, and generally maintain trails. Visitors welcome! Trail Blazers will assist SCCF staff with trail maintenance weekly throughout the season. Volunteers will help keep our SCCF…
Sanibel Island offers world-class beachcombing, birding, and wildlife-watching opportunities. There is so much waiting to be discovered here! Join our knowledgeable marine science educators for a casual guided beach walk to explore what's washed ashore. We will talk about some of the more mysterious objects we find on the beach, look for fascinating animals, and…
$20
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4 events,
Volunteer with us to restore Gopher Tortoise habitat! This habitat enhancement project focuses on improving the open, sandy upland (coastal scrub) environments that gopher tortoises rely on for burrowing, nesting, and foraging. Key tasks will include removing invasive plant species and thinning overgrown vegetation, which will make way for the planting of native ground cover… |
5 events,
Sanibel Island offers world-class beachcombing, birding, and wildlife-watching opportunities. There is so much waiting to be discovered here! Join our knowledgeable marine science educators for a casual guided beach walk to explore what's washed ashore. We will talk about some of the more mysterious objects we find on the beach, look for fascinating animals, and…
$20
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At SCCF’s annual Wines in the Wild, guests enjoy strolling the grounds of our Bailey Homestead Preserve while tasting wines specially selected for the evening. Complementing the wine tastings, our favorite local chefs tempt attendees with their delectable dishes. Sponsorships will be available starting on Sept. 17, with general ticket sales opening up on Oct.… |
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Join SCCF on Sunday, Nov. 16 for a sunset cruise and on-the-water concert featuring American singer-songwriter Tyler Ramsey. Each Pine Island Sounds ticket directly supports SCCF’s critical research and programs to protect local water quality. Tickets include a complimentary drink coupon — courtesy "First Drink's on Us" sponsors Jack and Janie — and a buffet of light…
$125
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3 events,
Stop by Monday mornings at our beloved Puschel Preserve. Together the Puschel Patrol will help weed, plant, water, mulch, collect debris, and do anything else this beautiful preserve might need… |
3 events,
Join SCCF Coastal Watch for a hands-on, boots-in-the-muck experience that helps restore vital oyster reef habitat in Tarpon Bay. Volunteers will assist with filling buckets of shell, transporting materials, and working in shallow estuarine areas to help build structures that support marine life and improve water quality. Expect to get wet, muddy, and maybe even… |
5 events,
Looking for interactive classes to add to your homeschool curriculum this year? Join Sanibel Sea School for an immersive program that brings marine science to life for homeschoolers! The Homeschool at Sea program offers an experiential, hands-on approach to learning about Southwest Florida’s coastal ecosystems. Homeschool sessions include a mix of classroom activities, field excursions,…
Looking to enjoy the outdoors while helping increase accessibility to SCCF public trails? Join SCCF staff on Wednesday mornings at various preserves to clear invasive plants, cut back overgrown vegetation,…
Sanibel Island offers world-class beachcombing, birding, and wildlife-watching opportunities. There is so much waiting to be discovered here! Join our knowledgeable marine science educators for a casual guided beach walk to explore what's washed ashore. We will talk about some of the more mysterious objects we find on the beach, look for fascinating animals, and…
$20
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4 events,
Volunteer with us to restore Gopher Tortoise habitat! This habitat enhancement project focuses on improving the open, sandy upland (coastal scrub) environments that gopher tortoises rely on for burrowing, nesting, and foraging. Key tasks will include removing invasive plant species and thinning overgrown vegetation, which will make way for the planting of native ground cover… |
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Sip, Shop, & Celebrate the Season at J.McLaughlin on Sanibel (1616 Periwinkle Way) on Friday, November 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. — when 10% of all sales will benefit SCCF.
Sanibel Island offers world-class beachcombing, birding, and wildlife-watching opportunities. There is so much waiting to be discovered here! Join our knowledgeable marine science educators for a casual guided beach walk to explore what's washed ashore. We will talk about some of the more mysterious objects we find on the beach, look for fascinating animals, and…
$20
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Leading up to the 126th Christmas Bird Count, SCCF and the Sanibel Captiva Audubon Society are holding bird walks around Sanibel and Fort Myers. Join us at the Shipley Trail on SCCF’s Bailey Homestead Preserve on Saturday, Nov. 22, to observe various songbirds, wading birds, shorebirds, and other avian species that call Sanibel home either year-round or… |
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Stop by Monday mornings at our beloved Puschel Preserve. Together the Puschel Patrol will help weed, plant, water, mulch, collect debris, and do anything else this beautiful preserve might need to thrive. If you love Sanibel, gardening, native ecosystems, and peaceful mornings getting back to the earth, Puschel Patrol is perfect for you! The Puschel… |
3 events,
Join SCCF Coastal Watch for a hands-on, boots-in-the-muck experience that helps restore vital oyster reef habitat in Tarpon Bay. Volunteers will assist with filling buckets of shell, transporting materials, and working in shallow estuarine areas to help build structures that support marine life and improve water quality. Expect to get wet, muddy, and maybe even… |
4 events,
Looking to enjoy the outdoors while helping increase accessibility to SCCF public trails? Join SCCF staff on Wednesday mornings at various preserves to clear invasive plants, cut back overgrown vegetation, and generally maintain trails. Visitors welcome! Trail Blazers will assist SCCF staff with trail maintenance weekly throughout the season. Volunteers will help keep our SCCF…
Sanibel Island offers world-class beachcombing, birding, and wildlife-watching opportunities. There is so much waiting to be discovered here! Join our knowledgeable marine science educators for a casual guided beach walk to explore what's washed ashore. We will talk about some of the more mysterious objects we find on the beach, look for fascinating animals, and…
$20
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3 events,
Volunteer with us to restore Gopher Tortoise habitat! This habitat enhancement project focuses on improving the open, sandy upland (coastal scrub) environments that gopher tortoises rely on for burrowing, nesting, and foraging. Key tasks will include removing invasive plant species and thinning overgrown vegetation, which will make way for the planting of native ground cover… |
3 events,
Sanibel Island offers world-class beachcombing, birding, and wildlife-watching opportunities. There is so much waiting to be discovered here! Join our knowledgeable marine science educators for a casual guided beach walk to explore what's washed ashore. We will talk about some of the more mysterious objects we find on the beach, look for fascinating animals, and…
$20
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Stop by Monday mornings at our beloved Puschel Preserve. Together the Puschel Patrol will help weed, plant, water, mulch, collect debris, and do anything else this beautiful preserve might need to thrive. If you love Sanibel, gardening, native ecosystems, and peaceful mornings getting back to the earth, Puschel Patrol is perfect for you! The Puschel…
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Come lend a hand in getting SCCF’s Puschel Preserve ready for the winter season and Sanibel's Luminary Holiday Stroll! This community volunteer day will focus on sprucing up the public trails and gardens so that visitors and residents can enjoy the preserve. Tasks will include weeding, planting native plants, cleaning benches, and other light maintenance… |
3 events,
Join SCCF Coastal Watch for a hands-on, boots-in-the-muck experience that helps restore vital oyster reef habitat in Tarpon Bay. Volunteers will assist with filling buckets of shell, transporting materials, and working in shallow estuarine areas to help build structures that support marine life and improve water quality. Expect to get wet, muddy, and maybe even… |
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Leading up to the 126th Christmas Bird Count, SCCF and the Sanibel Captiva Audubon Society are holding bird walks around Sanibel and Fort Myers. Join us at Bowman’s Beach on Sanibel on Wednesday, Dec. 3, to observe various shorebirds, wading birds, and other avian species that call the island home either year-round or in fall and winter. Binoculars are…
Looking to enjoy the outdoors while helping increase accessibility to SCCF public trails? Join SCCF staff on Wednesday mornings at various preserves to clear invasive plants, cut back overgrown vegetation, and generally maintain trails. Visitors welcome! Trail Blazers will assist SCCF staff with trail maintenance weekly throughout the season. Volunteers will help keep our SCCF…
Sanibel Island offers world-class beachcombing, birding, and wildlife-watching opportunities. There is so much waiting to be discovered here! Join our knowledgeable marine science educators for a casual guided beach walk to explore what's washed ashore. We will talk about some of the more mysterious objects we find on the beach, look for fascinating animals, and…
$20
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3 events,
Volunteer with us to restore Gopher Tortoise habitat! This habitat enhancement project focuses on improving the open, sandy upland (coastal scrub) environments that gopher tortoises rely on for burrowing, nesting, and foraging. Key tasks will include removing invasive plant species and thinning overgrown vegetation, which will make way for the planting of native ground cover… |
3 events,
Sanibel Island offers world-class beachcombing, birding, and wildlife-watching opportunities. There is so much waiting to be discovered here! Join our knowledgeable marine science educators for a casual guided beach walk to explore what's washed ashore. We will talk about some of the more mysterious objects we find on the beach, look for fascinating animals, and…
$20
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