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Fort Myers Beach is located on Estero Island, a seven-mile stretch of shoreline where you can ride your bike, kayak, or observe manatees all year. Because spring training facilities are close by, Major League Baseball fans may be familiar with the area. There are plenty of activities and restaurants to choose from at Fort Myers Beach. The Whale serves seafood, while the Smokin' Oyster Brewery offers quick bites. If you're looking for a tropical environment with plenty of water activities, Fort Myers Beach is the place to go.
Population: 7,102
Median Home Value: $397,200
Mean Travel Time to Work: 26 minutes
School Ranking: B+
Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 742
Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 125
The McMahons are farmers at heart, and have been for four generations. After meeting his wife here in 1947, Robert McMahon, Sr., a Nebraska farmer, planted his Nebraska farming roots in Southwest Florida. McMahon, Sr. and his wife, Lillian, planted their own family roots and started their family farm while growing Mums and Gladiolus. Robert McMahon, Jr. began working on the farm as soon as his feet could reach the tractor's pedals. He started farming full-time in 1977, and he and McMahon, Sr. farmed a variety of crops together. McMahon Farms started cultivating red potatoes solely in 1988. McMahon, Jr.'s son, Robert "Bo" McMahon, III, assisted on the farm just like his father had done for decades. McMahon Potato Farm had almost 400 acres of farmland, and their location was not accidental. The majority of the farmland has been developed into some of Fort Myers' most exclusive real estate projects, such as Eagle Ridge and Paseo. The city quickly encircled the once-vacant land, and the McMahons found themselves in one of Lee County's most sought-after and fastest-growing neighborhoods. Robert McMahon, Sr. died in 1994, and his son, Robert McMahon, Jr., continued farming with his wife, Shelly, and family.
The McMahons moved away from farming and embraced environmental land restoration in 2000. They started partnering with private and public agencies to restore some of Southwest Florida's most valued nature areas, such as the Everglades. The McMahons' farming skills and natural ability to comprehend the land proved to be a valuable tool in assisting in the restoration of natural ecosystems.
After hearing about this relatively new, innovative farming trend in 2012, Robert, Shelly, son Bo, and daughter Amy decided to begin exploring hydroponic/vertical growing systems. The love of farming was reignited after endless hours of research, and Southern Fresh Farms was established. Hydroponic farming is a tried and true method of increasing agricultural productivity while using less area. They hope that Southern Fresh Farms will thrive for many years, blessing their community and neighbors with wonderful, nutritious food.
In Lee County, Florida, the Wild Turkey Strand Preserve is a 3,137-acre protected area. The preserve is located south of Lehigh Acres, along State Route. It comprises a portion of the former Buckingham Army Airfield, which served as a training base during World War II.
Flatwoods, cypress strand swamps, cypress dome swamps, freshwater marshes, wet prairies, and abandoned agricultural pasture are all part of the preserve. A 1.8-mile route with boardwalks and informative signs is available. The land for the preserve was purchased in the first decade of the twenty-first century.
On the north bank of the Caloosahatchee River is the Caloosahatchee Creeks Preserve. The preserve is divided by Interstate 75 and has two entry sites, one on the east side and one on the west side.
A 1.5-mile boardwalk and paved trail meanders through marsh, hammock, and pine flatwood ecosystems on the east side, as well as three miles of additional basic hiking trails.
Visitors can launch their canoes or kayaks into Popash Creek on the west side, which eventually drains into the Caloosahatchee River. A short hiking track and boardwalk with an observation platform are also available to tourists. Only on the west side is there a $1/hour or $5/day Lee County Parks & Recreation parking fee.
Paved parking, picnic pavilions, and a restroom are available on both sides. On both sides of the preserve, you can walk your dog on a leash.
The Caloosahatchee River is seen from this location.
Swimming and alcohol are not permitted.
To saltwater fish from the shore, you'll need a Saltwater Fishing License. Residents of Florida are not charged.
The Edison Sailing Center is located in this park and offers sailing and motor boating safety training programs.
The John Yarbrough Linear Park Route is a six-mile paved multi-use linear park trail that runs north to south. The southernmost stretch of the trail is well shaded.
Among the activities are:
Hiking, running, rollerblading, bicycling, on-leash dog walking, fishing, wildlife viewing, picnics
The route can be reached through sidewalk or trails from the following locations:
Cypress Parkway is six miles long.
Danley Drive Crystal Drive Colonial Boulevard Daniels Parkway
Several neighboring recreational facilities offer public parking (parking fees may apply):
Regional Park of Lakes (1.5 mi.)
Sports Complex of Lee County (1 mi.)
The Neighborhood Trailhead Park in Fort Myers (2.1 mi.)
Here's a map of JY Linear's location.
Dogs are welcome at John Yarbrough Linear Park, but they must be kept on a leash.
Water quality is degraded when pet waste is not collected. In Lee County, more than 13 tons of dog feces is not properly disposed of every day. As a result, a lot of garbage washes into our rivers, causing germs and nutrients to multiply.
The SWFLHS features a special historical display in the Society's entry lobby every month. A local pioneering family, business, or legal documents may be featured in these exhibits. During our operating hours, it is free to the general public.
For the months of June and July, the current exhibit "Sons of Confederate Veterans Iron Cross Ceremony" is on display at the SWFLHS. The exhibit includes information about the Iron Cross Ceremony, images from the recent ceremony at the Frierson/Hendry Cemetery in Fort Myers, and storyboards about some of the men who received the award.
Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12 The exhibition is free to view.