Although the official Bocce Club season has ended, you may find some enthusiastic year-round residents still at play on Tuesday afternoons from May through October. The bocce court is adjacent to the northeast side of the parking lot at Burnt Store Marina Country Club.  During the season, play is from 3 to 5 p.m., followed […]

There has been some confusion about operating golf carts in Burnt Store Marina. Please be aware that there are rules for golf cart use, and a violation will get you a citation from the Lee County Sheriff’s Office. Effective October 1, 2023, golf carts may not be operated on any “streets” by someone who is […]

We are excited to announce the Wish for Our Heroes events taking place at Burnt Store Marina from November 14 – 16, 2025! This annual celebration honors our veterans, and provides an opportunity for our community to show their appreciation. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15 – VETERANS BREAKFAST & HEROES DINNER • Veterans Breakfast: 9 – 11 […]

DON’T MISS THE BUS BSM Blood Drive Schedule for 2025-2026 Always on Monday 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. November 10, 2025; January 19 and March 23, 2026 Summer break is over! The Big Red Bus from ONE BLOOD will be coming to Burnt Store Marina Monday, November 10 from 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. We […]

The Wood Stork is a common, year-round bird for most of Florida. It is large with a 38-inch length and 5-foot wingspan. Its heavy bill makes it stand out among other wading birds. In flight it makes a striking image of a white body with all flight and tail feathers colored black. The juvenile has […]

As the fall weather is soon upon us, many residents who spend part of their year up north, begin to migrate back to Burnt Store Marina. It is also a time when the community fishing club begins their full program of activities. As the cooler weather patterns arrive, many fish species, that do not do […]

CROCKPOT TUSCAN GARLIC CHICKEN THIGHS WITH SPINACH AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES This Tuscan crockpot chicken thighs recipe, from food blogger Eatwell 101, is packed with flavors and so easy to prepare. By substituting canned “lite coconut milk” for the heavy cream, and using olive oil instead of butter, I made it a healthier recipe, while still […]

The onset of autumn in Florida not only brings wonderfully mild sunny weather but also the annual harvest of stone crab claws, beginning October 15, and continuing through May 15. The wonderful thing about the harvesting stone crabs is that the source renews itself. A stone crab can re-grow a claw in about a year, […]