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Box 1227, Island, FL 33957 T 239-472-0205, F 239-395-2125 Founder Friedrich N. Chairman Guy Tober President C.O.O. Times Islands, RSW LIVING, GULF MAIN, Bonita Estero Cape Coral Living ISSN 1521-1207 published six times year by TOTI Media, Inc., Sanibel, 33957. Subscription price 24.00 one-year domestic subscription. Copyright Inc. All rights reserved. No part publication may be reproduced without written permission publisher. Opinions expressed contributors not necessarily How Soar Picture yourself better than now O ne great wonders life how can face difficult challenges one day yet filled joy next. Maybe that rewarded persevering through hard times. Sometimes, conflicting winds buffet soaring bird, but there also pockets calm air provide it ease rest. I recently had these joyous moments while capturing Parting Shot photo see back magazine. An impressive flock birds was perched among gnarled branches palm fronds beautiful waterside refuge, feeling would make nice photo. Splashes white feathers contrasted against greens browns surrounding foliage like clumps snow evergreen some bucolic winter scene. While prepared my camera, quiet. Then, little little, began calling out another. In minutes their simple chatter turned into melodious crescendo, they raised wings as took flight. grabbed shot then stood awe each bird lurched water perch soared sky. Such strength agility nearby pelican, inspired clamor, joined aerial wing-ding. Its describe scene joy. Besides being able take photo, witnessed something symbolic. Those taking flight reminded freedom, strength, confidence, independence. wonderful must fly high want go. Birds dont have capabilities. But people do. We sometimes forget what capable achieving. Just been built fly, everything need reach our goals. Like birds, only remember inner strength--that fly. recognize although good, alone if necessary. handle things independently. lift us up, even when it. still higher heights. Have relying too others You remind given use them. When believe yourself, think positive abilities, truly express will amazed If youve words, love hear you. Feel free contact social media, email, phone, community. Be well, dear Group Publisher, Media PHOTO COURTESY OF MEDIA, INC. BY DR. RANDALL NIEHOFF prescription blue health Outdoor environments act ultimate healthcare system. --Greening Report, U.N. Environment Program 2019 P roximity access natural bodies central human culture deliver countless societal benefits. This obvious living visiting here Florida, where blessed long gulf coast, free-flowing rivers, springfed lakes, extensive canals, accessible aquifers instant pond wherever hole dug. Coastlines aquatic shores top recreational destinations around world both summer winter. matter live, consider fondness settings near properties advertised waterfront, picnic tables creekside, camping lakeshore, hiking alongside river, floating down dining dockside, any recreation relaxation activities granddaddy watery locales--the beach. locations considered spaces. Because live era mental downward spiral disorders upward spiral, important investigate long-term effects blue-space interventions heal. World Health Organization defines state well-being enabling person cope stresses life, realize learn well work contribute Research consistently reaffirms who spend water, especially sea, become stronger ability decisions, build relationships, shape Scientists call effect health. To continue medical analogy, medicine prescribed waters life. Now, recall, term literal translation old Celtic words ancient Scot uisce beatha which became English usquebaugh, whiskey. however, intoxication exhilaration. Heres works BODIES WATER, SHAPE WORLD AROUND THEM. 1.The sheer scale feature changes perspective, reminding connected larger-- hence, feel psychologists label Attention Restoration Theory. 2.We undertake physical activity happens urban ones called Psychophysiological Steps Recovery. 3.We interactive others, enriching environment. 4.Our fresh awareness nature makes appreciative, leading efforts maintain spaces, turn improves environmental quality provides indirect benefits all. 5.Exercise enjoyed emotional challenges. 6.Back before language got boiled four-letter insults class. Consider sharp-witted Oscar Wilde Some cause happiness go whenever contrary, found Ran Niehoff has relished since 1991. 11 ANN MARIE OPHELAN For quiet cruise, leave motor behind Father daughter paddling upstream Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge Davis Boat Ramp Caloosahatchee Fort Myers River Myers. Thanks shallower calmer waters, first-time experienced paddlers comfortable making way along trail. Exploring areas paddle allows quiet, close-up view wildlife minimizing impact delicate ecosystems. Paddling brings closer mangrove islands serve rookeries, offering intimate unique habitats peaceful escape busier waterways, says Sarracino. Another option relishing exploration fishing pedal kayak. boaters sit hands-free fish quietly bays, Fishing good year-round notes Captain Justin Stuller, manager Outfitters, located right river gear using canoes, kayaks, stand-up boards SUPs. It offers lessons. Outfitters takes trade-ins selection preowned nonmotorized boats. Plus, sells equipment bait, including bait. Find esteroriveroutfitters.com. DING DARLING VISIT FLORIDA LOVERS KEY STATE PARK FORT MYERS DAVIS BOAT RAMP LEE COUNTY PARKS RECREATION couple kayaking sunrise Lovers Key State Park ALVA oating is, course, big, does involve motor. Launching boat immersive experience shallow back-bay estuaries tunnels, similar native Calusa experienced, Ray Sarracino, communications director, Lee County Convention Bureau. Indians, once resided area, used dugout canoes fish, transport goods, travel were made hollowed-out logs 15 feet long. pace slow, observe maximized. These days, 198-mile Great Blueway Trail opportunities via kayak, paddleboard, canoe slow enough might motorboat wading diving marine mammals manatees turtles, smaller such squirrels, raccoons, opossums shoreline. trail goes Imperial Springs, Bay Aquatic Preserve, Pine Sound, Alva Kayak rentals tours available Manatee Kayaking Company manateekayakingcompany.com Royal Shell Port Marina, portsanibelmarina.com Shack Corals Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve check storm closures capecoral.govdepartmentparks_and_ recreationhomerotary_park_environmental_center GREAT CALUSA BLUEWAY kayak_rentals_at_eco_park.php Sirenia Vista kayak launch capecoral.gov departmentparks_and_recreationhome sirenia_vista.php, Coral. SUPs popular explore local secluded, bridgeless featuring beaches perfect beachcombing. lightweight easily transportable. SUP get full body workout improved balance. Regarding launching, various places set Florida. 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Nokomis, Floridabased freelance writer frequent Learn her bethluberecki.com. 18 addition Bailey-Matthews Museum Aquarium. Marine animals display Museum, Aquarium, IMAG TOP BAILEY-MATTHEWS NATIONAL SHELL MUSEUM AQUARIUM L ast Fall, gained resident--straight Northwest Vancouver, B.C. Aquarium proudly announced arrival playful active giant octopus GPO, Enteroctopus dofleini, Muddell, museums marketing development. museum tragically lost previous beloved GPO occupant Ian, loss mourned, warmly welcomed. spent few weeks establishing relationship octopus. They extremely intelligent require daily enrichment encourage species appropriate behavior, Muddell. With eight arms, three hearts, blood, largest interactive. forever home. BOTTOM HISTORY SCIENCE CENTER overseen senior aquarist, Carly Hulse. Taking requires attention, specialized consistent commitment well-being, tasks monitoring maintaining quality, feeding, enrichment, cleaning exhibit maintenance, monitoring, record keeping. name, age determined. mollusks, figure out. thing however. smart, curious, playful. Loves interacting his Hulse, adds octopuss larger two-spot Caribbean exhibit. enhance visitors diverse shells, Gallery Aquariums, flamingo tongue, strawberry conch, clams, disco clam, queen horse lined seahorse, California sea hare, triton, red abalone. Guests History Science experience--thanks touch tank. 21 Keeper chats presented 11am 2pm, aquarists share facts residents Also supporting exhibits explain biology growth, anatomy, reproduction, amazing traits science. features videos, large touchable dioramas, series junonia more, facility United States devoted primarily shells mollusks. Tampa closed temporarily undergoing renovation. American paddlefish, green anemone, moray eels, potbellied seahorses. 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