Captain Brian Celebrates 20 Years on Captiva Island
May 04, 2014I walked an old dirt road on Captiva that I used to walk 20 years ago. I was happy to walk this dirt road once again. ...
Author: Capt. Brian Holaway
Captain Brian’s New Camera
Apr 25, 2014Howdy folks! Yesterday I received my first underwater camera. Today I spent the morning testing it out. I have a lot to learn. The tricky part is keeping balanced with the waves and adjusting to the light as you dive and hover around the...
Fun And Educational Trip
Apr 20, 2014It was another fun and educational trip with Pat, Jen, Ben, Izzy and Ursula. I must say I always learn something new from Ben and Izzy. They are both excellent young shellers who ask the most interesting questions. Jen found a four spotted trivia...
Shelling with Margaret
Apr 12, 2014I have taken Margaret out numerous times and she is always willing to roll with the tide of the day. The winds have been strong and a new sand bar appeared recently. I knew Margaret would be game to check out this little...
Turtle Workshop
Apr 02, 2014A person can never learn enough. I was thrilled to attend a workshop for turtle monitoring today. Turtles are one of my favorite sea creatures. I am excited to pass along on our beach walks some new information that I learned. The most...
Photography and Exploring The Islands
Mar 30, 2014Long time clients Paul, Koni, Ross and Danielle traveled with me on a relaxing afternoon trip. Paul is an accomplished photographer from South Dakota and has many images that capture the natural beauty of that state. It is always fun listening to Paul's latest...
Shell Wall By Anne From Minnesota
Mar 20, 2014I recently took Anne and her cousins out on a charter. While walking and talking with Anne she told me about a shell wall she made with all of her shells. I thought it was just rows of different scallop shells. I had...
Chicago Sisters Sunrise # Two
Mar 16, 2014Every day is a new day, every sunrise different. Our second trip was filled with more colorful dynamic skies. The dolphin decided to swim into the sunrise as we watched and listened to the dolphin breath. It was a great way to start the...
Sunrise, Solitude And Shells
Mar 15, 2014The Chicago sisters are long time shellers to the islands. Our time on the water the last few years usually starts before sunrise. The goal is to get out on the water far away from any other boats, shut the engine off and watch...