From time to time, you may have heard a flock of birds making whistling noises as they fly overhead. They are Black-bellied Whistling-Ducks. These photos were taken at Ollie’s Pond in Port Charlotte during our annual January 1 bird walk. They are black underneath with long necks and legs. They are here year-round, so there’s […]

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 […]

As the harbor water temperature remains cool, the many types of small bait fish that anglers rely on are not readily available. Many baitfish, such as thread fins, whitebait, and fiddler crabs head south. Many fishermen turn to the use of artificial baits made of plastic or forms of rubber. Others turn to the use […]

In honor of Saint Patrick’s Day, I pulled out this old Betty Crocker recipe from 1975. This is a refreshing and different salad to serve for lunch or a light supper. Add some fruit and a roll and maybe even a dessert to complete your meal. I have also served this at parties as a […]

March in SW Florida should be clear, dry, sunny and getting warmer. Get ready to make a difference in your landscape whether it is through participation in your association, in your own yard or with decorative pots at your door and in the lanai. Many plants begin to flower this month, including amaryllis, coral tree, […]

Most holidays and remembered dates celebrate the birth of someone or something. For instance, the NEA’s Read Across America Day is a nationwide reading celebration that takes place annually on March 2 – Dr. Seuss’s birthday. Across the nation, schools, libraries, and community centers participate by bringing together kids and teens with books. Read Across […]

We who live on the shores of Charlotte Harbor are blessed to have a water wonderland at our doorstep. The purpose of this article is to help residents and visitors learn more about the various ways to gain access to that water. We’ll start by trying to narrow down a few of the why, what […]

As the President of PGI Section 22, I am excited about our prospects for the future and proud of the accomplishments we have achieved this past year. First, I want to thank the many wonderful people who volunteer to make our community great. We are a community of volunteers who work tirelessly behind the scenes […]

INSIDE THE GATES DATES Wednesday, January 1: Deadline for the February Beacon. Article and picture submissions are welcomed. Become part of The Beacon family. Tuesday, January 28: Section 22 HOA Annual Meeting, Burnt Store Presbyterian Church, 10 a.m. Every Tuesday: Section 22 HOA Working Board Meeting, Linkside Café, 9 a.m. Every Tuesday: Bar code installation, […]