Results for "" Spring 2026 FGCU Student Essay Series East Corkscrew became a channel for conveying water because of...
Environment Articles
Sustainability in Estero
Results for "" Our guest author this semester is Brandi Freeman, a senior at Florida Gulf Coast University majoring in...
Another 360 pounds of litter removed from US 41!
Results for "" Thanks to the incredible teamwork of our volunteers, 360 pounds of litter were removed from our...
The New Season for Cleaning Up Estero’s Roads Has Begun!
Since 2020, Engage Estero’s effort, headed by Julie Yellig and many volunteers, has kept our environment pristine and a special place to live. This effort, along with many others participating in road adoption programs or picking up litter on their regular walks, is...
Are Cities Doing Enough to Combat the Urgent Threat of Climate Warming?
Results for "" Our planet's climate is rapidly and urgently changing. With temperatures soaring, rainfall patterns shifting, and extreme weather events becoming more frequent, the gravity of the situation is stark. These changes, largely attributed to the increasing...
The Threat to Southwest Florida: Rising Ocean Levels and Global Warming
The Threat to Southwest Florida: Rising Ocean Levels and Global Warming Southwest Florida, renowned for its stunning beaches, diverse wildlife, and vibrant coastal communities, faces an increasingly dire threat from rising ocean levels due to global warming. As...
92% of Floridians Believe Our Climate Is Changing
Results for "" Adapted from articles by Michael Copley, Rebecca Hersher, and Dr. Jennifer Jones Including A Majority of Florida Republicans (88%) And Florida Democrats (96%) In September 2022, Hurricane Ian struck Sanibel and Captiva, Fort Myers Beach, and Cape Coral....
Adapting to Tomorrow: Navigating a World Altered by Climate Shifts
Results for "" Humanity is at a critical juncture as the Earth's climate undergoes relentless transformation. Previously stable and predictable weather patterns have been replaced by extremes, including sweltering heatwaves, formerly temperate regions experiencing...
10 Tons of Rubbish Collected along Estero’s Stretch of US 41 Since the Start of the FDOT Adopt a Highway Program!
During the weekend of April 6th, Engage Estero’s team of volunteers, organized by Julie Yellig, collected 360 pounds of bagged litter. A total of 2.2 tons of litter has been collected since the end of April 2023 (the end of last season), and an astonishing 10 tons...
The Value of Wildlife Corridors and Crossings in Greater Estero
by Mark Novitski, Consultant to Engage Estero. Mia McCormick, Advocate, Environment Florida, identifies why we need wildlife crossings: “Each year, animals at risk of extinction die when cars and creatures collide on Florida roadways. It is the number one cause of...
Landmark Victory for Florida’s Future
Landmark victory for Florida’s future will impact the proposed Bellmar and Kingston Developments, as they cannot receive their permit through Florida’s flawed program. By the Conservancy of Southwest Florida with permission to Engage Estero. February 16, 2024 Federal...
Feb. 2024 Adopt a Highway: Volunteers Continue to Keep Estero Looking Beautiful
As a result of Estero’s local volunteer effort, 620 pounds of bagged litter was collected this month. That amounts to over 2 tons, which has been collected from Estero’s Hwy 41 since the end of last season. The Adopt a Highway program area covers the distance...