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Strategic Initiatives

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Strategic Initiative #1

Inspire and engage our communities to act in ways that preserve and enhance the land, water, and wildlife in the face of changing natural and human-driven conditions.

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Tell Lee County Commissioners to Establish Plan to Replenish Conservation 20/20

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SCCF Commissions The Sanibel Report

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Why Islanders Chose to Incorporate

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Helene’s Storm Surge Causes Flooding Across Islands

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Have You Heard Summertime Sounds of the Pig Frog?

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Toxic Cane Toads Making Comeback on Islands

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2026 SCCF & Mussels Going to Bat for Bats Night

Going to Bat for Bats: Mighty Mussels Game to Support SCCF

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Guided Trail Walk: William and Ruth Brooks Nature Trails

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Guided Trail Walk: William and Ruth Brooks Nature Trails

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Guided Trail Walk: William and Ruth Brooks Nature Trails

Strategic Initiative #2

Expand and leverage SCCF’s expertise and voice to improve water quality in Southwest Florida and beyond.

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Live Gopher Tortoise Burrow Cam Coming Soon!

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Beer in the Bushes: A Swingin’ Celebration of Community!

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Sanibel Sea School & Road Scholar Wrap Another Season

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Celebrate National Gopher Tortoise Day with Us!

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SCCF Thanks Volunteers with Appreciation Party

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A Chance to Sea: TRIO Students Dive into Marine Science with Sanibel Sea School

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Strategic Initiative #3

Lead Sanibel and Captiva in becoming a nationally recognized model for resilience and sustainability for coastal communities.

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Elementary Students Learn from Adopted Mangroves

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SCCF Opportunities for Visitors to be Featured at March Chamber Luncheon

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Spencer the Box Turtle Leaves a Legacy

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Volunteers Help Protect Nesting Bird Habitat

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CECI Learns from SCCF Biologists About Gopher Tortoises

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Sanibel Sea School Partners with Resorts to Educate Guests