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In Charlotte Harbor & the Gulf Islands, a sea kayak, fishing boat or ferry is your ticket to a pristine, sun-soaked paradise. The island-studded waters of Florida's second largest estuary, Charlotte

We know snowbirds migrate to Southwest Florida for the winter but where do native birds and other Florida wildlife recuperate around here? At the Peace River Wildlife Center, of course, located in

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Did you know there’s a population of around 800 dolphins between Lemon Bay and Charlotte Harbor? I did not, but based on the number of dolphins I saw on my Eco-History Tour and Lunch to Rum Bay

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(Pictured: Roseate Spoonbill in Flight by Kevin Edwards) In the U.S. the “official” National Wildlife Day is Sept. 4; in Florida, it’s every day! This "Wild Bunch" list honors our untamed --and

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You know something is very good when you find yourself planning your next visit before the first is even over, and that’s exactly what I was doing about 10 minutes into my first Riding the Waves trip.

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By definition, conservation means prevention of wasteful use of a resource. It’s something we’re taught as children: don’t litter, don’t let the faucet run, reduce, reuse, recycle. But what does

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Updated August 25, 2020 Get Muddy! There’s no need to pay for an expensive mud treatment at the spa when there’s the great outdoors! One of the best therapy treatments is riding through the mud at

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Take a short drive 5-mile drive from Punta Gorda to enjoy the experience of simple summer days spent fishing for largemouth bass. Webb Lake, located within the Fred C. Babcock/Cecil M. Webb Wildlife

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Punta Gorda is a hidden treasure on the Peace River with a historic downtown district, thriving nightlife scene, award-winning restaurants and pristine parks. Whether you prefer action-packed outdoor

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Charlotte Harbor and the surrounding Gulf Islands make up the second largest natural estuary in Florida and one of the most sought-after fishing destinations on the Gulf Coast. Many popular sportfish

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Island Hopping in the Charlotte Harbor Area

Peace River Wildlife Center, Where Native Wildlife Goes for Rehab in Punta Gorda, Florida

Ahoy, Relaxation Ahead!

Every Day is National Wildlife Day

Riding the Fun (Waves)

Conservation in Florida: Why it's Important and How to Have a Sustainable Vacation

Things to do Other than the Beach in Charlotte County

5 Summer Bass Fishing Tips for Webb Lake

Outdoorsy to Refined: Punta Gorda Date Ideas For Every Couple

Let's Go Fishing: Top Species to Catch in Charlotte Harbor

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