Big Snook caught by Jay Lev on threadfin bait near Boca Grande Pass Large snook, up to 40 inches, have been caught along the beaches of Boca Grande Pass. The larger fish have moved out from the mangroves, and into the 4 to 8 feet of water along the beaches of the pass. Most have […]

FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE ESPRESSO CAKE FROM THE CAPITAL GRILLE I recently went with some friends for lunch to the Capital Grille in Fort Myers. It was a great dining experience (a little pricey, but worth it). I had to try a slice of their chocolate cake (diet or no diet), and it was absolutely delicious! I […]

Motor Vehicles: Always drive your vehicle on the right side of the road. There are no “turn lanes” within Burnt Store Marina. Never drive your vehicle in lanes indicated for the use of bicycles and pedestrians. Always stop at stop signs. Never exceed the posted speed limit. Bicycles: Always ride your bicycle on the right […]

Adjectives describe nouns. Descriptions come in many sizes and colors. They can be exactly that – size, color, age, condition, origin – the list goes on and on. But did you know that when describing an object (noun), there is an order that you use in that description (adjectives)? Adjectives in English (not to be […]

Heat and humidity will continue with the arrival of August. We can expect rain and thunderstorms for about two thirds of the month. Everything is growing rampantly…ornamental plants, weeds, fungus and critters. Now is when you must do frequent checks to see how the garden is faring. It’s amazing what can happen, seemingly overnight. We’re […]

There are no major holidays in August, but don’t tell that to one of our many August-born residents. In addition to their own birthdays, here are some days in history to celebrate: August 3, 1492 – Christopher Columbus set sail from Palos, Spain, with three ships, Nina, Pinta and Santa Maria. Seeking a westerly route […]

To be sure that you are up to date on all that is happening in the Burnt Store Marina community, you need to be up-to-date on the use of our website. Our website lists your Section 22 Board of Directors and how to contact them. In addition, there is news about your amenities, and document […]

It only makes sense that when I take my turn for The Beacon Section 22 article, we turn to the numbers side of our community. Jerry Newmin wrote an excellent article last month on the future of Burnt Store Marina, so I will spend time on our current position and peek ahead to next year […]

INSIDE THE GATES DATES • Tuesday, July 1: Deadline for the August Beacon. Article and picture submissions are welcomed. Become part of the Beacon family. There is no Section 22 HOA Board Meeting scheduled for July. • Every Tuesday: Section 22 HOA Working Board Meeting, Linkside Café Patio, 9 a.m. • Every Wednesday: Bar code […]