Our Expert We're happy to present this post from Alycia Downs, a fifth-generation native Southwest Floridian who has spent her life on the water and who has served as the Chief Program & Development Officer for Captains for Clean Water since 2018. Top Fishing Spots in Punta Gorda Charlotte…
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Alycia Downs, a fifth-generation native Southwest Floridian who has spent her life on the water and who has served as the Chief Program & Development Officer for Captains for Clean Water since 2018, knows her conservation, and we're happy to present this post she wrote, focusing on sustainable…
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Are you ready for some rod-bending action on the waters of Southwest Florida? If you’re gearing up to fish Charlotte Harbor, the Boca Grande Pass, Lemon Bay, the Peace or Mayakka rivers, any of our lakes and streams, or even the Gulf of Mexico, swing by one of our locally-owned tackle shops or…
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Live music sets the tone for a fun night out and has the power to get anyone in a feel-good mood. Here on Florida's Southwest Gulf Coast, there’s always somewhere to take in the tunes, whether you prefer to kick back under a palm tree or at your favorite neighborhood bar. These local hotspots in…
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Charlotte County was established in 1921, but the history of the area dates as far back as the 1500s, when the native Calusa Indians inhabited the lands. Punta Gorda first appeared on a map in the 1850s and Englewood was platted in the 1890s. Port Charlotte development skyrocketed in the 1950s…
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In 1885, the first tarpon ever caught on a rod and reel was documented in Southwest Florida. Anglers flocked to Florida to see if the reports were true—that a prehistoric silver fish weighing more than 100 pounds would present them with the fight of a lifetime. The Silver King The tarpon became…
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Punta Gorda is a hidden treasure of a small city along the Peace River with a beautiful historic district, a charming and walkable downtown with award-winning independent restaurants and unique shopping, lots of fun events and activities, pristine parks, and easy access to the waters of Charlotte…
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When it comes to beer, wine, and cocktails, you'll find an amazing variety in the small Southwest Florida coastal towns of Punta Gorda, Englewood, and Port Charlotte. The area is full of hot spots and hidden gems where you can wet your whistle and have a good time, whether you enjoy a meal or not…
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