Posts Tagged ‘community’
SCCF Policy Director Presents on Industrial Fish Farming
SCCF Environmental Policy Director Matt DePaolis will analyze the environmental impacts of a recently permitted industrial fish farm off the coast of Sarasota in an upcoming online panel discussion hosted…
Read MoreHigh School Students Explore Careers through Sanibel Sea School/FGCU Partnership
On June 26, Sanibel Sea School welcomed 45 local high school students from Florida Gulf Coast University’s Outreach Programs for a day of exploration, beach time, and hands-on marine science.…
Read MoreEnvironmental and Wildlife Impacts from Fireworks
Fireworks are one of the most classic ways to celebrate Independence Day each year during the Fourth of July. While this tradition provides Americans an opportunity to celebrate the founding…
Read MoreProceeds from Local Road Rally Benefit Sanibel Sea School
This year, proceeds from the annual 4th of July Island Road Rally organized by the non-profit group Friends of Randy of Sanibel (FOROS) will benefit SCCF’s Sanibel Sea School. These…
Read MoreExperience the Magic of a Sea Turtle Hatchling Release
Join SCCF’s Coastal Wildlife Biologists and Sanibel Sea School’s Educators for a rare and meaningful experience—witnessing sea turtle hatchlings begin their journey to the ocean! Each session starts with a 20–30 minute…
Read MoreBecome an Advocate for Water Quality in Southwest Florida
The Preserving Paradise program brings together 20 Southwest Florida locals from across different industries and community organizations to learn about the Everglades ecosystem’s role in our region’s economy. This program…
Read MoreMeet the Natives: Wild Olive
This week we are highlighting wild olive (Forestiera segregata) also known as Florida privet. If you are looking for a hardy low maintenance shrub that also supports our wildlife, look…
Read MoreLove Sanibel Back: Tarpon Bay Oyster Restoration
As part of Love Sanibel Back’s Wild Mile Week, SCCF invites you to join fellow community members for a hands-on oyster restoration project in Tarpon Bay. Volunteers will help restore…
Read MoreLove Sanibel Back: Puschel Preserve Community Planting
As part of Love Sanibel Back’s Wild Mile Week, SCCF invites you to join fellow community members for a native plant installation at our Puschel Preserve. Volunteers will help landscape…
Read MoreSCCF Gives Trailways Campers Opportunity to Give Back & Enjoy ‘Best Day Ever’ at Beach
On May 19, Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation’s (SCCF) education team partnered with Trailways Camp’s first “In Community” camp for adults with special needs for a morning of beach exploration, arts and crafts,…
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