Long time sheller, Sheri, found a rare Golden Olive and her very first Lion's Paw shell this month. Great finds for a veteran sheller. She also found a very large shark eye, gaudy nautica, lettered olives, tulips and whelks. Two great mornings of shelling with...
The Geiger Family came out shelling after hurricane Nate stirred up things in the Gulf of Mexico. Look at these great finds including lightning whelks and sand dollars. Thank you for a fun time and exploring Cayo Costa beaches this month. ~Capt Brian ...
Amateur photographers often share photos from charters with me. Last week Melissa captured these shots with her Canon Rebel and amazes me every time with the photographs she takes on a charter. Thanks for sharing your photos Melissa and I'll see you all in...
*September Special* 2-Hour Wildlife Viewing Cruise $200 (must mention this offer when booking) This trip does not go to the beach and is a boat ride to view dolphin, manatee, osprey, pelicans and more. Call or text 239-989-6522 to reserve your 2-hour cruise. * Times and availability are limited. (maximum 6 passengers) ...
Southwest Florida summer weather is here, along with all the beauty that comes with it―rain, clouds, lightning, flowering plants, mosquitoes, no-see-ums, rainbows, spectacular sunsets and warm water....
It was a great morning with Patrice and Kevin. Patrice took many photos of the wildlife and Kevin enjoyed seeing the different bird life.The magnificent Frigate bird is always a treat to see. The fresh turtle tracks were also wildlife highlight. The seashells were plentiful...
Great time shelling new sandbars and Cayo Costa with the Murrell family. We stopped by a newly formed sandbar and found many treasures. Next it was off to Cayo Costa where Ann found some of her favorites. Then we traveled to a nearby island for...
I had the opportunity to do a brief talk today on seashells and their significance to the culture of Southwest Florida. It's fun to show my passion for seashells and life on the water. Hope you enjoy the video. Capt Brian...
The stormy weather managed to stay south of us on our shelling excursion to Cayo Costa. Gail and her crew have been out with me on many occasions. This trip was filled with great conversations and a nice variety of shells. This year Billie, Gails...
For more than 20 years, Captain Brian Holaway has been navigating the coastal waters of Southwest Florida as an eco-tour guide. Today, his area of specialty is Pine Island Sound, including Cayo Costa State Park, Cabbage Key, Pine Island, and North Captiva. As a certified...