CECI students take part in planting event
On Jan. 9, Coastal Watch hosted a mangrove potting event at the Children’s Education Center of the Islands (CECI) on Sanibel. The group of 2-4-year-olds planted seedlings in decorated pots. Under the guidance of their CECI teachers, the 19 children will assume the role of caretakers for the seedlings through the spring. The event aims to educate the budding environmentalists about the importance of mangrove forests, shedding light on the ecosystems they provide for oysters, birds and other species.