Nature and Animals

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 […]

Trees have started to be planted through the Community Tribute Tree Program. Trees have been planted on Osprey 9, Heron 1 and Heron 9 so far. They are replacing the many trees that have been damaged from the hurricanes in the past several years. Brass leaves have been added to our Tribute Tree in the […]

So, for that holiday gift exchange, you ended up with a potted poinsettia. It is very pretty, but what so 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 […]

Northern Cardinals are distributed throughout the eastern United States and parts of the southwest. These birds may be seen less often in Burnt Store Marina due to fewer native plants. The male’s striking red appearance stands out, whether in flight or perched on a branch. The black face and red crest complete its unique appearance. […]

We have currently received donations for our Tribute Tree Program here at BSMCC. Our first leaves have been added to the Tribute Tree in the lobby at BSMCC. Thank you to those who have donated to this program and blessings to those who they have paid Tribute to. If you are interested in donating a […]

The Halloween Pet Costume Party was a great event! Lots of fun for our members and new friends and pups. See pictures on our website. We added a new feature at the entrance of each of the dog parks for our members. See picture below. This is a bell that our members can ring if […]

Did a bird catch your eye because it was bobbing its tail? This behavior lets you quickly narrow the ID possibilities down to two species. Since breeding season has not yet begun, there won’t be any singing to help with ID. So, the biggest differences between them are size and behavior. This very common Palm […]

Though the summer is over, keep a weather-eye. Hurricane season doesn’t end until November 30. THIS MONTH’S GARDENER’S CHECKLIST: • The cumulative effect of cooler/shorter days on plants is slower growth requiring less water, less fertilizer and in the case of lawns, less mowing. • November is our driest month of the year with about […]

The dogs and people have been enjoying the end of summer with the temperatures still warm. The new pavilion provides shade and the kiddie pools provide relief from the heat! See pictures below on some puppy members enjoying the park on a warm day. We are still accepting brick and banner donations to pay for […]