Capt. Brian's Observations On The Water

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

Thursday, December 30, 2010

The morning light was biblical. I collected a few shells on Cayo Costa while talking to old friends as I walked my favorite beach. Happy new year to all! I look forward to the new year and spending more time on Cayo Costa. Thank you. Capt. Brian

Friday, December 24, 2010

Cayo Costa

The sea grape leaves are changing, the seas were calm and the skies blue. I enjoyed taking many photos of this bird, the anhinga. The feather patterns are most pleasing to the eye.

Thursday, December 23, 2010

Beauty Of The Islands

The beauty of the Islands is that they are always changing. These photos were taken today of the north end of Cayo Costa. I can't help but take photos of this beautiful spot, over and over again. The middle photo is a beach on the bay side of Cayo Costa on the north end where two Augusts ago I saw many starfish. This is one of many special spots on Cayo Costa that I relish every day.

Wednesday, December 22, 2010

Happy Holidays From Cayo Costa

Happy Holidays from Capt.Brian!

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Excellent Shell Collecting

The shelling at Blind pass was so good I just had to go back. I paid for an hour of parking and stayed two. The one person I saw on the beach found a rare Junonia shell 15 minutes before I arrived. The shells above with the green background were all found at Blind pass. After shelling for two hours at blind pass I traveled alone to Cayo Costa. No boats were out. The wind was still strong at 20 to 25 out of the northwest the air temperature was 35. It was a chilly ride. The shells on Cayo Costa were plentiful. I have not seen that many shells on Cayo Costa since December 13th 2008. Today there were hundreds of starfish that washed up on the beach. I have never seen that many starfish in my life. The shelling was outstanding, as I was leaving the tide was rising, and taking the shells and starfish back out to the sea.

Monday, December 13, 2010

Heavy Surf and Good Shelling

Today the wind gusts were up to 46 miles an hour. I was driving out to Captiva and noticed the large amount of shells at blind pass on the Captiva side of the island. The surf was extremely large and the shells on the beach were amazing. I was in a hurry but just had to stop. I was there for five minutes and found a scotch bonnet and two zig zag scallops, also a very nice moon snail. All the shells in the pictures were found today.