Posts Tagged ‘volunteers’
SCCF Works with Partners to Restore Rookery Island
In a powerful display of collaboration and coastal stewardship, the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) partnered on Dec. 19 with the Sanibel-Captiva Sail and Power Squadron, MANG Gear, and J.N. “Ding”…
Read MoreSCCF has Record-Breaking Mangrove Adoption Season
Thanks to the incredible support of 708 Mangrove Mamas and Propagule Papas, more than 1,800 mangroves have been adopted to loving homes, schools, and businesses across Southwest Florida. Each adopted…
Read MoreSCCF Takes on Mission of The International Osprey Foundation
The International Osprey Foundation (TIOF) and the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) are proud to announce an exciting new chapter in their shared commitment to conservation: the official transfer of The…
Read MoreSanCap Shell Club Awards $15K to Support SCCF Restoration, Education, & Research
The Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club (SCSC) has awarded SCCF $15,000 in grants for 2025–26 to support oyster restoration, youth environmental education, and marine research in Southwest Florida.
Read MoreMaking a Difference for Island Gopher Tortoises
SCCF’s Gopher Tortoise Habitat Enhancement project is in full swing, helping enhance habitat for this keystone species! This project supports our existing gopher tortoise monitoring program by creating more suitable…
Read MorePints & Propagules: Adopt-A-Mangrove at Swamp Cat Brewery!
SCCF’s Coastal Watch is thrilled to partner with Swamp Cat Brewery to host an exclusive Adopt-A-Mangrove Event. Patrons of the brewery will have the chance to take home their very…
Read MoreWeeds ‘n’ Seeds is Back for 2025-26!
We’re pleased to announce the start of our 37th season of Weeds ‘n’ Seeds, weekly plant walks led by knowledgeable SCCF volunteers. Weeds ‘n’ Seeds takes place on Monday mornings…
Read MoreVolunteer Oyster Restoration Trips Begin
SCCF’s Coastal Watch and Marine Lab recently started a three-year project to restore oyster reefs in Tarpon Bay. Every Tuesday, volunteers assist staff in moving over 7,000 pounds of fossilized…
Read More700 Mangroves Planted at Restoration Site
SCCF’s Coastal Watch recently partnered with MANG and volunteers from Captains for Clean Water to plant 700 mangroves at Black Skimmer Island in San Carlos Bay. Coastal Watch and MANG…
Read MorePuschel Preserve Maintenance Day
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…
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