SANIBEL-CAPTIVA CONSERVATION FOUNDATION

The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation will offer two day-long workshops for newcomers to Sanibel and Captiva, introducing residents, business owners, and employees to the coastal ecosystems.

Set for Jan. 22 and March 4 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., the educational field trips will journey to:

– SCCF’s Bailey Homestead Preserve and Native Landscapes & Garden Center to learn about early settlers to the islands and the basic ecology.

– SCCF’s Marine Laboratory and other properties to hear from SCCF researchers about wildlife, habitat and water quality.

– Captiva Cruises for an informative boat ride exploring the Pine Island Sound, its ocean creatures and some of the SCCF’s mangrove restoration work.

Only 28 spots are available for each session.

For more information or to register, visit sccf.org/newcomer-orientation.