Protecting Sanibel And Captiva Islands
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Author | : Charles LeBuff |
Publisher | : Arcadia Publishing |
Total Pages | : 217 |
Release | : 2018-12-10 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 143966594X |
The vibrant Sanibel and Captiva Islands are ecological marvels compared to Florida's many overbuilt barrier islands. Development began with the construction of the Sanibel Island Lighthouse in 1884, when only the lighthouse keeper and assistant and their families lived on the island. Noted conservationist Jay N. "Ding" Darling led the charge in preserving the islands' wildlife and natural beauty from the greed of real estate speculators and land developers in the 1930s. Former presidents like Harry Truman and cabinet-level executives worked alongside Sanibel and Captiva residents, setting up preserves and wildlife refuges to guard the integrity of the islands' unique natural blessings, abundant wildlife and aquatic stores. Charles LeBuff and Betty Anholt review the evolution of the islands' conservation ethic and how it perseveres even today.
Author | : Deborah Gleason |
Publisher | : Postcard History |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2013 |
Genre | : Antiques & Collectibles |
ISBN | : 9780738590875 |
Presents a look at the islands as told through postcards from their beginnings to the present.
Author | : Yvonne Hill |
Publisher | : Arcadia Publishing |
Total Pages | : 132 |
Release | : 2008 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9780738553603 |
Sanibel, a barrier island on the southwest coast of Florida, was originally inhabited by the Calusa Indians around 1500. In 1513, explorer Ponce DeLeon landed ashore the exotic isle, with its brackish estuaries, plush mangrove jungles, and sandy beaches, opening the door for others who would eventually find their way to the island. Over time, Sanibel was visited by European explorers, slave traders, pirates, and Seminole Indians, all of whom added to its colorful and intriguing history. In the late 1800s and early 1900s, the original settlers of modern-day Sanibel arrived on the island. These pioneers were a contrasting group of individuals, comprised of diverse ethic origins and cultures, yet all seemed to share a common goal of using hard work, resourcefulness, and determination to make the island their home. Their efforts and sacrifices greatly contributed to the growth and rich history of Sanibel as we know it today.
Author | : United States. Congress Senate |
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Total Pages | : 2776 |
Release | : 1967 |
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Author | : United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Appropriations |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 1702 |
Release | : 1967 |
Genre | : Public works |
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Author | : United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Appropriations |
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Total Pages | : 1736 |
Release | : 1967 |
Genre | : Public works |
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Author | : Richard A. Davis Jr. |
Publisher | : Geological Society of America |
Total Pages | : 112 |
Release | : 2018-09-27 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 0813741238 |
This book looks at coastal management as it applies to the physical barrier/inlet system of the Gulf of Mexico. This is an excellent region for considering this topic because it has a wide range of situations to be considered in its management-remote areas, huge urban populations, and tidal inlets, including some natural, some dredged, and others that have been structured for more than a century. Discussing options for managing and protecting the various elements of the barrier/inlet system, the authors consider each approach in terms of costs, logistics, and success or failure. They extensively cover anthropogenic impact as well as management problems generated by natural processes, especially hurricanes and other severe storms. The authors discuss the impact of management decisions and related projects, providing decision makers with the proper information to make decisions on zoning, development, construction of major structures, environmental concerns, etc.
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Total Pages | : 888 |
Release | : 2000 |
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Author | : United States. Army. Corps of Engineers. Jacksonville District |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 932 |
Release | : 2000 |
Genre | : Beach erosion |
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Author | : DK Travel |
Publisher | : Penguin |
Total Pages | : 1260 |
Release | : 2024-07-23 |
Genre | : Travel |
ISBN | : 0593957210 |
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