The Sanibel Captiva Guide Podcast
by Nick Adams
Brought to you Sanibel by locals Nick, Lori & Max. Your insider guide to the islands of Sanibel and Captiva. Listen to make the most out of your visit! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nick-adams19/support
Episodes
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BIG ARTS, Big Events! What’s Coming to Sanibel This Season
From a small group of island artists to a gathering place for creativity, BIG ARTS has been part of Sanibel’s story since 1979. In this episode of The Sanibel Captiva Guide Podcast, we sit down with Executive Director Lee Ellen Harder to talk about the history of BIG ARTS, its home on Sanibel…
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105: Gavin DiMaria Shares His Struggles and His Positivity
Gavin DiMaria shares his struggles and his positivity. When dealt with a tough hand, Gavin decided to turn that adversity into an inspirational path. Check out www.thesancapguide.com for everything Sanibel & Captiva.
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104: Behind “Ding” Darling: Ann-Marie Wildman on Wildlife, Conservation & Sanibel
Sanibel’s wildlife is part of what makes these islands feel so special.In this episode of the Sanibel Captiva Guide podcast, we sit down with Ann-Marie Wildman, Executive Director of the “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society–Friends of the Refuge, the nonprofit friends group supporting the J.N. “Ding”...
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102: WHAT’S COMING TO SANIBEL? Marty Harrity of Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille
An insightful chat with Doc Ford's co-owner and Island guy, Marty Harrity.Marty is part owner of several Florida restaurants, we talk everything from T-ball to mylar balloons to a new restaurant coming soon!https://docfords.com/sanibel-island/Let us know in the comments what you would like to see...
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101: Rejuvenated! The Anchor Inn & Cottages, Sanibel. The Rebuild & What's Coming Next!
Zach & Erica Markham share the rebuilding of the Anchor Inn on Sanibel Island & share some exciting news about what's coming next and new ventures!https://www.anchorinnsanibel.com/
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100: How Sanibel & Captiva Show Up When It Matters Most | SanCap Pink Project 2026
What does it look like when an island community truly shows up for its own?In this episode, we sit down with SanCap Pink Project founder and breast cancer survivor Mary Bondurant. Mary shares how her personal cancer journey inspired a small local effort to help uninsured islanders receive...
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99: The Sanibel Pier Could Reopen Soon — Here’s the Plan & How You Can Help
The Sanibel Pier has been one of the island’s most beloved landmarks for generations — a place for fishing, family memories, shoreline views, and quiet moments over the water.Since Hurricane Ian, the pier has remained closed and damaged, serving as one of Sanibel’s most visible reminders of the...
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98: This is How You Can Get Involved on Sanibel & Captiva!
Looking for ways to give back on Sanibel and Captiva Islands? In this episode of the Sanibel Captiva Guide Podcast, we talk with Dolly Farrell, Executive Director of the Charitable Foundation of the Islands (CFI), about how CFI supports local nonprofits on Sanibel and Captiva and connects...
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97: Fishing on Sanibel, Local Happenings and Much More
We are joined by Bill & Angela Hammond of Endless Summer Charters: https://sanibelislandfishingcharters.com. Bill has been a local guide for over 25 years so he is an expert! If Bill wasn’t already born here in SW Florida he would have eventually made it here. He and his wife Angela, who...
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96: This Book Could Save Your Family History: Beyond The Storm
In this episode, we sit down with Krista Kowalczyk, author of Beyond the Storm: Salvaging Photographs and Preserving Histories, to talk about how to back up, digitize, and protect your family photos—before it’s too late.Follow Krista on instagram @The.Krista.K Order "Beyond the Storm":...
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95: Inside Sanibel's Tower Gallery | Local Artists, Island Art & Creativity
Step inside one of Sanibel Island's most charming artistic treasures — Tower Gallery! In Episode #95 of The Sanibel Captiva Guide Podcast, we explore Tower Gallery, a beloved artists' cooperative showcasing the incredible creativity of Southwest Florida's local artists. Founded in 1982 and housed...
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94: Captiva Island Watersports | Jet Ski Adventures, Boat Tours & Island Stories
Ready to explore Captiva Island from the water? In Episode #94 of The Sanibel Captiva Guide Podcast, we sit down with our good friends Rob and Amy McKay, owners of Captiva Watersports, to discover some of the best ways to experience the beautiful waters surrounding Sanibel and Captiva Islands.…
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93: Everglades, Alligators and Airboats – Fun Times in South Florida
Ready for an adventure beyond Sanibel and Captiva? Join The Sanibel Captiva Guide as we chat with Greg Bryson, an experienced Everglades tour guide, former Florida Fish and Wildlife officer, and charter boat captain. From alligators and airboat rides to incredible wildlife encounters and...
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92: 10K/5K Run, Holiday Luminary Stroll & Farmers Market on Sanibel Island
There's always something happening on Sanibel Island! Join The Sanibel Captiva Guide as we talk about some of the island's favorite community events, including the 10K/5K run, the Jog N Jam concert and celebration, the Holiday Luminary Stroll, and the Sanibel Farmers Market. As longtime Sanibel…
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91: Sanibel Island's Storyteller: Seaplane Pilot, Tennis Player & Disaster Logistics Expert!
Mike Macray has a story-telling gift carefully honed in the bars of Sanibel, Florida. Listen as we reminisce about his adventures on Sanibel, the Bahamas, Africa, Yemen & Kuwait!Find Mike's book - Adventures in Disaster: https://amzn.to/3TaVGPT
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90: Sanibel has a Comedy Club
We chat with Rob Churchill the mastermind behind Caloosa Comedy Productions https://caloosacomedy.com/home Rosalita's Cantina on Sanibel https://www.rosalitascantina.com/sanibel/Check out www.thesancapguide.com for everything Sanibel & Captiva.
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89: Affordable Housing on Sanibel Island
We chat with Nicole McHale from Community Housing & Resources Community Housing & Resources https://sancapchr.org/Nicole Decker McHale (Executive Director)Check out www.thesancapguide.com for everything Sanibel & Captiva.
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88: Captains for Clean Water Making a Difference
Captains For Clean Water is on a mission to restore and protect aquatic ecosystems for the use and enjoyment of all. https://captainsforcleanwater.org/ Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at [email protected] for questions and comments…
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87: When is the Sanibel Shell Show 2024?
https://sanibelshellclub.com/6306-2/ Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at [email protected] for questions and comments Support our channel: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sancapguide Buy Us A Coffee:...
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86: Best Rental Equipment for Exploring Sanibel Island and Beyond
https://www.mokecabana.com/ Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at [email protected] for questions and comments Support our channel: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sancapguide Buy Us A Coffee:...
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85: Founders of Offshore Sailing School - More Than 160,000 Graduates!
Offshore Sailing School Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at [email protected] for questions and comments Support our channel: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sancapguide Buy Us A Coffee:...
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84: How F.I.S.H. Aided Sanibel Island After Hurricane Ian
FISH of SanCap Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at [email protected] for questions and comments Support our channel: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sancapguide Buy Us A Coffee:...
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83: The Sanibel Captiva Business Women's Association (SCBWA)
The Sanibel Captiva Business Women's Association https://www.sancapbwa.org/ Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at [email protected] for questions and comments Support our channel: Patreon:...
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82: The Teddy Roosevelt Connection With Sanibel Island.
J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge Info about the INCREDIBLE Joe Wiegand – world’s premiere Theodore Roosevelt reprisor. Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at [email protected] for questions and comments Support our channel:...
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81: First Annual Red Grouper Fishing Tournament on Fort Myers Beach
https://www.mokecabana.com/ Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at [email protected] for questions and comments Support our channel: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sancapguide Buy Us A Coffee:...
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80: Update on Bailey's General Store After Ian
Chat with Dane Johnson, 4th generation owner of Bailey's General Store on Sanibel Island. Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at [email protected] for questions and comments Support our channel: Patreon…
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79: Local Sanibel Artist Who Lost Everything To Hurricane Ian- Lacy McClary
Lacy McClary's website https://lacymcclary.com/ Lacy McClary's GoFundMe https://gofund.me/e090f491 Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at [email protected] for questions and comments Support our channel: Patreon:...
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78: Post Hurricane Ian Update Sanibel Mayor Holly Smith
Sanibel Island Mayor Holly Smith talking about Hurricane Ian. Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at [email protected] for questions and comments Support our channel: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sancapguide Buy Us A...
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77: Local Sanibel Artist Rachel Pierce - Rebuilding After Ian
Rachel Pierce Art Gallery Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at [email protected] for questions and comments Support our channel: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sancapguide Buy Us A Coffee:...
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76: The Islands of Southwest Florida after Hurricane Ian - Pine Island and More
Contact Captain Brian Holaway https://www.captainbrianonthewater.com/ Previous episode with Captain Brian https://thesancapguide.com/things-to-... Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at [email protected] for questions and comments Support our channel:...
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75: An Alligator in the Sanibel Post Office- The TRUTH behind the tale!
Purchase a Maligator t-shirt or print: https://laurajball.com/collections/hurricane-ian-fundraiser Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at [email protected] for questions and comments Support our channel: Patreon:...
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74: Sanibel & Captiva After Hurricane Ian. How Are The Islands Doing?
Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at [email protected] for questions and comments Support our channel: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sancapguide Buy Us A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/sanibel Etsy:...
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73: How YOU Can Support Breast Cancer Awareness On Sanibel and Captiva
Our friends Mary Bondurant and Lauren Davies came to tell us how "Let's Pink Out" is supporting women in our community. Check them out at https://www.facebook.com/SanCapPinkProject Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at [email protected] for questions...
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72: Sanibel Bailey Tract Trails & Meditation Hike
Bailey Tract Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at [email protected] for questions and comments Support our channel: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sancapguide Buy Us A Coffee:...
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71: Moving To Florida? Everything You SHOULD Know
Our friend and accomplished realtor Eric Pfeifer tells us all there is to know about moving to Florida. Listen to this episode to hear some frequently asked questions and things you might not think to find out. Find Eric at sunnysanibel.com Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel…
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70: SWFL Island Hopper Songwriter Fest
Island Hopper Songwriter Fest Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at [email protected] for questions and comments Support our channel: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sancapguide Buy Us A Coffee:...
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69: Four Best Golf Courses On Sanibel and Captiva Islands
Golf Courses on Sanibel Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at [email protected] for questions and comments Support our channel: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sancapguide Buy Us A Coffee:...
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68: How The World's Best Shrimp Are Caught - With Captain Blaine Green
In this episode, our friend Blaine Green tells us everything there is to know about shrimping the Gulf of Mexico. Make sure to head down to Fort Myers Beach to get some of the freshest shrimp in Florida. Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at...
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67: How to Plan a Wedding of Event of Sanibel or Captiva
Kelly McWilliams, Celebrations, Weddings and Parties https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/ Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at [email protected] for questions and comments Support our channel: Patreon:...
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66: Sanibel's Wine Scene with Calli Johnson
Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at [email protected] for questions and comments Support our channel: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sancapguide Buy Us A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/sanibel Etsy:...
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65: The Best Fishing on Sanibel and Captiva - With Ozzie Fischer
Ozzie Fischer is one of Southwest Florida's greatest and most experienced fishermen. We had him on the show to tell us all of his secrets and stories about his many years around the islands. Contact Ozzie at 239-872-8515 or [email protected] Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things...
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64: The History of Captiva Island, Florida with Ron Rosse
Ron Rosse's grandfather Andy Rosse purchased the fishing pier now known as McCarthy's in 1940. 80 years later Andy Rosse Lane is a dining hub on Captiva. Hear how all this came to be on this episode of The Sanibel Captiva Guide Podcast. Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel &...
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63: Sanibel's Best Art Gallery - With Rachel Pierce
Our Friend Rachel Pierce came in to tell us all about her beautiful work. Check her out at byrachelpierce.com Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at [email protected] for questions and comments Support our channel: Patreon:...
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62: Sanibel Historical Museum and Village 2022
Sanibel Historical Museum and Village was founded in 1984 with a mission to preserve and share Sanibel's history. https://sanibelmuseum.org/ Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at [email protected] for questions and comments Support our...
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61: How You Can Transform Your Home Garden in to a Native Wonderland
The native plants of Sanibel and Captiva are something special. Check out SCCF's Native Landscapes and Garden Center can help you get native plants in your garden. Check them out: https://www.sccf.org/our-work/native-landscapes-and-garden-center Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things...
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60: The Best Way to Spend July 4th on Sanibel - Sanibel Island Road Rally
Sanibel Island's Road Rally has been going on for 42 years and is one of the greatest events of the year. Listen to this episode to find out all about it. Email: [email protected] to sign up. Email us at [email protected] for questions and comments Support our channel: Patreon:...
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59: How to Kayak the Islands of South West Florida - The Great Calusa Blueway
The Great Calusa Blueway is a 100+ mile Kayak trail in Southwest Florida. If you are looking for a good time on the water make sure to check it out: https://www.visitfortmyers.com/calusablueway Email us at [email protected] for questions and comments Support our channel: Patreon:...
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58: Habitat for Humanity Changes the Way Families Buy Homes
Habitat For Humanity has been supporting our local community for 40 years. Listen to this episode to hear all about the amazing things they do! https://www.habitat4humanity.org/ Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at [email protected] for questions…
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57: The BEST Way to Fish Sanibel and Captiva - Sanibel Fly Fishers
Fishing on the islands is one of the main attractions. Most people would tell you to take a boat out and use a regular rod and reel, Sanibel Fly Fishers would say otherwise, check it out! https://www.sanibelff.org/ Visit www.thesancapguide.com for all things Sanibel & Captiva Email us at...
About this show
Brought to you Sanibel by locals Nick, Lori & Max. Your insider guide to the islands of Sanibel and Captiva. Listen to make the most out of your visit! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nick-adams19/support
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Nick Adams