Gardener’s Wheelbarrow
Growing zones are U.S. Dept. of Agriculture designations to indicate average minimum temperatures. We are located in subtropical zone 9b/10a, a transition area. A true tropical plant shows distress when temperatures fall below 50 degrees. We can experience lows that will kill a tropical plant to the ground. If the roots survive, the plant will […]
Cape Coral Dragon Boat Club Marks 20 Years on the Water… Launches New Programs for Beginners
In 2026, the Cape Coral Dragon Boat Club will celebrate a remarkable milestone: 20 years of paddling, racing, teamwork, and community spirit. The club began in 2006, when a small group of friends in Burnt Store Marina formed the Charlotte Harbor Paddlers. As the team grew, and its activities shifted to the Burnt Store Boat […]
Grammar Tips…New Words and Phrases from 2025
Ah yes, it’s time again to review the new additions to Merriam-Webster’s list of new words and phrases coined in 2025. And, because this was written in late November, 2025, watch for more to come! Here we go… AFAIK stands for “as far as I know.” As it is overwhelmingly found in written use, there […]
Golf Course Update
Hello All,We wanted to give everyone a golf course update as we continue to work on getting our golf course back in shape. The new motor was installed in the pump station yesterday and everything is back to running at full capacity. It ran smooth all night, and we are confident that the problems are […]
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. […]
Mark Your Calendar – Out and About
Home For the Holidays 2025
DINING VENUES
RULES OF THE ROAD
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 […]
Burnt Store Marina Dog Park
The Dog Park has added some new landscaping for our members. We will continue to add more trees, as funds allow. If you would like to purchase a tree to be planted, please notify a committee member. We have had three donations this year. Every tree brings shade and beauty to our beloved park. We […]