Waterfront Dining on Marco Island and Goodland

Looking for that perfect place to eat and relax after a day walking the beach or boating?  Try one of these waterfront restaurants.

1.  Little Bar - Located on the water in the quaint fishing village of Goodland.  They serve great seafood and steak.  http://www.littlebarrestaurant.com/  contact number is 239-394-5663

2.  Snook Inn - On the river with both indoor and outdoor seating.  They have live entertainment and you can come by boat or car.  Their contact number is 239-394-3313

3.  Sunset Grille - Marco Island's only sports beach bar with indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the Gulf of Mexico.  They have burgers, wings, seafood, and pasta.  Located in the Apollo condominiums- a great place to rent a condo for a weekly vacation rental.  Contact number is 239-389-0509

4.  Marco Island Princess - Have lunch or dinner on a boat enjoying the Marco Island sights or the perfect sunset.  The Marco Island Princess accommodates 149 passengers.  It is located at Marco River Marina.  For reservations call 239-642-5415

Marco Island Dolphin Updates

Sea Excursions Dolphin Project is a company that takes you out in the Gulf of Mexico and Rookery Bay area in search of dolphins and shelling on deserted barrier islands.  During your 3 hour excursion you can be a part of the Dolphin Project and assist in photographing and collecting data on Marco Island's local dolphin.  The Dolphin Explorer is engaged in the only ongoing daily dolphin study in this area. 

On January 12 the team sigted a new calf, bringing the total for the birthing season to eight.  It was named Ging-Ging.

For more information on how you can be a part of this incredible opportunity, visit
http://www.dolphin-explorer.com/ or email fun@seaexcursions.com

Eco Events for Marco Island and Surrounding Areas

Friends of Fakahatchee will be holding a Safari Day February 27th 1-7 pm.  There will be swamp walks, birding walks, photo workshops, tram rides and a guest appearance by Clyde Butcher.  for more information call 239-695-1023 or visit Friends of Fakahatchee

Marco Island Scootertown Bicycle Rentals

Get down to Scootertown's new location at 1095 Bald Eagle Drive and rent a bike or scooter to explore Marco Island.  There is bike parking at the beach entrance by the Marriott.  They have all kinds of bike rentals from cruisers to road bikes to  kid's bikes and trailers.  Stop in and say Hello to Matt and Patrick or give them a call at 239-394-8400

Great Direct Access Home on Marco Island

Spectaular home never lived in with granite counters and solid wood cabinetry, tray ceilings, den plus a formal living room.  This 3 bedroom 3 bath home has an extended lanai across the back of the home with an outdoor shower, outdoor grilling area, pool and spa.  Direct access to the Gulf of Mexico by boat from your back yard.  2934 square feet under air with a 3 car garage.

Beautiful kitchen with stainless steel appliances, built in cook top, granite and large walk in pantry

Give me a call for more information on this great home at 239-404-7471

             or visit my website at

             http://www.realestateonmarco.com/   

Marco Island Charter High School

The Discovery center held a 5K/1 mile walk that raised nearly $5,000 on January 23, 2010 for the future high shool.  There are ongoing discussions for a location for the Marco Island Charter School.  Jean-Michel Cousteau in on the academy's board.

Marco Island Going Green

A Marco Island resident on San Marco Road has converted his old septic tanks to a cistern after hooking up to the public sewer system.    Rain gutters from the house are drained into the old septic tank and the water is pumped out to water the lawn using hydrostatic pressure.

It is calculated that this homeowner uses about 90 gallons of water per hour to water his lawn.  Just think of the impact Marco Island would have on the enviroment if everyone converted their septic tank into a cistern.

Visit Marcocisterns.com or call Shannon Cain at 229-2337 for more information