Information / Education

Are you thinking about updating your home? Any changes to the exterior of residences in Burnt Store Marina (BSM) are required to have Architectural Review Committee (ARC) approval. This applies to all homes, including homes in a condo association. If this approval is not granted through ARC, you may be asked to modify or remove […]

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. […]

The wading bird that I see most frequently from my house, is the Little Blue Heron. It is constantly walking the pond shoreline looking for prey. However, identification can be tricky. The juvenile Little Blue starts out all white. It can easily be confused with the Snowy Egret, as both are white 24-inch-tall birds. A […]

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 […]

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 […]