Golf Tips
Season is now in full swing. With all of our friends returning from the North, the golf course is getting busier by the day. One of the things that we must keep in mind is the pace of play. I know that we have a lot of water on the course that may be filled […]
Peace River Audubon Society (PRAS)
Happy New Year! What is the first bird you saw after waking up on the first day of the New Year? Share that joy with your friends and neighbors. Hopefully, you knew about the walk at Ollie’s Pond from last month’s Beacon, and were able to participate. UPCOMING EVENTS You do not have to be […]
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 […]
Recipe Box
Making a Christmas Charcuterie Wreath is an easy and fun holiday appetizer idea. Antipasto skewers arranged into a festive wreath shape then decorated with rosemary will be a show-stopping dish for all of your parties and feasts.This Antipasto Wreath is perfect for bringing to a party or dinner. It travels well and can be prepared […]
December Off Beat Holidays
December got its name from the Latin word decem (meaning ten) because it was originally the tenth month of the year in the Roman calendar, which began in March.If you were born in December, you are lucky to have a choice of three gems: blue topaz, turquoise and tanzanite. Blue is the color for December, […]
December’s Special Plant…Poinsettia
So, for that holiday gift exchange, you ended up with a potted poinsettia. It’s very pretty, but what do you do with it now, and…what do you know about them?Poinsettias are native to Mexico and are a popular holiday plant because of their colorful bracts (leaves). Poinsettia flowers are actually made up of the bracts, […]
DINING VENUES
LINKSIDE CAFÉ @ Burnt Store Marina C.C. 941-637-6405 | http://www.bsgac.org23415 Vincent Ave, Punta GordaOpen to the public*Lunch – Monday – Saturday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.*Dinner – Tuesday & Friday, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.*Call for information for specialty dinners.*Reservations are recommended, as seating is limited.Walk-ins are gladly accepted. CASS CAY RESTAURANT & BAR 941-347-7148http://www.casscayrestaurant.comOpen […]
Gardener’s Wheelbarrow
The month of December will generally be dry, with two inches of rain if we’re lucky. December’s daytime temperatures are usually warm, ranging from 66 to 85; and lows from 43 to 72. But, this is a month when frost can also occur. The bottom line? Be prepared for anything and watch for plants drying […]
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 […]
Golf Tips
With the season upon us, it is a good time to discuss how to properly practice and warm up for a round of golf. When you go to the range for a practice session, the best thing to do is practice with a purpose. The first thing to do is have a target to focus […]