Tight Lines…Warmer Water Temperatures in Charlotte Harbor Will Improve Bite
Several anglers have been reporting that the water temperature in the harbor has finally moved into the 70s. They have also observed that birds are now diving on bait fish in large numbers. That is a sure sign that fish are schooling up, and chasing bait and the actual bite by many species has finally begun. Along […]
Sheriff’s Report – February 2025
• 5 Speeding Warnings ○ 4 Residents ○ 1 Non-Resident • 12 Stop Sign Warnings ○ 7 Residents ○ 5 Non-Residents • 5 Other Infractions ○ Equipment, Failure to secure load, Expired Registration, Tag Violations And Expired Insurance
Grammar Tips…@#$%*!
If you have ever listened to Phlash Phelps on SiriusXM radio, you know he has taken just about every road in the United States, remembers all the places and their names, and is a king of trivia. We were listening to him recently, and heard a new word, never heard by us before: grawlix. When […]
Recipe Box
Gooey Carrot Cake Bars Well, it’s April, and that = Spring = Easter = Rabbits = Carrots, which brings to mind Paula Deen’s Carrot Cake Gooey Bars out of her “The Lady & Sons Savannah Country” cookbook. These bars are so easy and so good you’ll find yourself making the different varieties of the bars […]
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! […]
BSMCC March 2025 Schedule of Events
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. […]