Gardner’s Wheelbarrow
By now you should have seen substantial new growth on your shrubs and trees. But patience is the byword with palms. Many will only put out 3-6 new fronds a year. Please…only remove fronds that have at least one third of their surface dry, damaged or dead. Palms need to maximize their ability to photosynthesize. […]
Right to Clean and Healthy Waters
Through the years, Florida coastal waters, including marshes and tidal estuaries, have been tainted in many ways. Population has also damaged our waters through the ongoing development in our coastal areas with polluted runoff being discharged in state waters. Clean and healthy waters impact public health, quality of life, fishing, wildlife, aquatic ecosystem and erosion […]
April Off-Beat Holidays
“Here cometh April again, and as far as I can see the world hath more fools in it than ever.” Charles Lamb (1775-1834) April 1: April Fools’ Day, a time for playing pranks on one another. Elaborate pranks have appeared on radio and TV stations, newspapers, websites, and have been performed by large corporations. One […]
Grab your racket! Make a difference!
It’s not often that you have the chance to share the court with Grand Slam champions while making a difference for kids with cancer. For the past 15 years, Madisen’s Match has done just that, and we invite you to join us on March 15 and 16 to Grab Your Racket and Make a Difference! […]
Golf Tips
How many times have you been so frustrated with your game that you have thought about quitting? This game can bring you to the brink of insanity, and, it can also be the most satisfying thing you have ever done as well. We all go through periods where we are not playing well, and we […]
Fitness, Friends & Fun…Improvements Abound In & Around
It’s the height of our season, and the Burnt Store Marina Fitness, Racquet & Pool Club is buzzing with activity! Tennis and pickleball players are enjoying some friendly competition, swimmers are making waves, lifters are pumping iron, and dancers are moving to the beat. We’re thrilled with the 2024 updates, and improvements to our facilities. […]
Platinum Point Yacht Club –Feasting with Friends
Platinum Point Yacht Club (PPYC) members love to share time together. And what better way to join in camaraderie than over a shared meal? This past month provided so many opportunities for PPYC members to break bread together. The first opportunity came at the movable feast known as The Progressive Dinner. Over 150 members joined […]
Enjoying Your Walk
One morning a fellow walker stopped me and asked what the distance was around Prosperity Point, and how far was it from there to the front entry gate. With lots of residents returning and enjoying our pedestrian paths, I offer the following. All distances were measured with a GPS while riding in a golf cart. […]
Rules for Driving Golf Carts
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 […]
Peace River Audubon Society (PRAS)
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 […]