Boca Grande Tarpon Season has arrived. Every year, typically in April, massive schools of tarpon arrive along the west coast of Florida.
The Boca Grande Pass and Charlotte Harbor have long been a favorite destination for both the tarpon and fisherman seeking a chance to hook this mighty fish. Also known as the “Silver King”, the tarpon is famous its big fight and aerobatic jumps once hooked. These fish can easily surpass 100lbs and even top 200lbs!
Whether you are visiting or a resident, there are Boca Grande signs all over the island of “things to do” and events to attend! There are signs announcing the “shrimp boat is in”, community announcements, fundraising banners, historical markers and much more. All you have to do is look around! Boca Grande Signs A favorite Boca Grande sign appears when the “shrimp boat” docks at Whidden’s marina. It doesn’t get…
Looking for the perfect active Boca Grande day? Who says you can’t relax, shop, explore and get some exercise at the same time? This blog will outline a day on Boca Grande for those seeking an “active” or “on the go” lifestyle. Obviously, you don’t have to fit in everything listed, but you can try! Morning – Perfect Active Boca Grande Day 7 a.m. – Whether you bring you own…
Boca Grande Golf Cart “Rules of the Road” Whether you own your golf cart or are renting one, knowing the Boca Grande golf cart “rules of the road” is critical for the safety of you, your passengers and those around you. Boca Grande is one of the few places where golf carts share the road with cars, bicyclists and pedestrians. It is important to know HOW you should operate a…
Boca Grande Farmer’s Market is a seasonal market held at the island ball fields – 305 Wheeler Road in Boca Grande, Florida. The market takes place on Fridays during the “season” from December 1st through April 27th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Each Friday, a wide variety of local vendors cross the Gasparilla causeway from the mainland to the beautiful island of Boca Grande, offering fresh produce, seafood, cheeses, meats,…
Boating in Boca Grande is a must! No trip to Boca Grande is complete without getting out on the water. There are numerous options to go boating in Boca Grande, including paddle boarding, hiring a captain or renting your own boat. And the destinations for sightseeing, fishing, going to lunch on a neighboring island or just anchoring on a sandbar are all great options. At ExperienceBocaGrande, we are happy to…