Immerse in an ECO-Tour and Experience Southwest Florida Islands by Boat

“Captain Brian Holaway is well versed in the intricacies of our unmatched locale. He can guide to and through a multitude of out-of-the way tidal creeks, bayous, keys and islands. More important is his passionate interest and respect for the region. With unique insights from his many explorations and his studies, not only does he identify the birds and wildlife that inhabit our semi-tropical watery land, but he explains their interconnectedness to their environment and each other. In addition, he shares the fascinating history of rugged people who came long before us: Florida Native Indians, the Calusa, the Spanish, the Cubans, early homesteaders, and the wisdom evident in the growth of their culture.

You will come away with great enjoyment and a new understanding of this beautiful place and its history.”

Historian, Betty Anholt
Author of Sanibel’s Story

Monday, July 18, 2011

Fossiling Expedition Part 1











Like the tide the full moon waits for no one. This is what I was thinking as I woke up at 3:30 in the morning . My plan was to watch the full moon set as I traveled up the coast to Englewood, Florida in search of fossilized shark teeth. Billy Gibbons was playing his guitar as the moon set and the sun emerged. I enjoyed the sounds of Billy's guitar as the moon and sun took turns falling and rising from the south end of Cayo Costa. I got a little distracted in the early morning light and took over 300 photos of Cayo Costa before I told myself that was enough.  Then I took a dozen more.  Later that day I was welcomed to Engelwood by a fellow beachcomber, actually,"The Essential Beachcomber".  More soon to come.

7 comments:

Kaybe said...

Wow and wow! The 4th pic looks like you hung the moon on the tree. Looking forward to seeing the rest.I am trying to reconcile the pre-dawn birdsong & ZZ Top blaring out over Cayo in my head.

Jen S. said...

Gorgeous pictures Brian. I really enjoyed them :)

simone said...

Awesome pics-we have to look you up next time we are in the area.

gpc said...

I would have loved to be on that trip!

Shelllady said...

Very cool Brian, you went there by boat!! I figured that would be the way to go!! I await in bated breath for the report on shark's teeth!! I would love that trip too.....and Awesome pictures!!

Kim@Snug Harbor said...

Gorgeous photos! I can't wait to hear about your trip - you have the best shark tooth fossil hunter on the beach for a guide!! Lucky you. How long of a trip by boat is it to Englewood?

Capt. Brian Holaway said...

30 miles from Captiva. Depending on weather it takes about an hour and a half.