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Links of Interest
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| Gators are can be spotted basking in the sun in the freshwater rivers and lakes of Charlotte County. But if you get too close, they'll disappear into the water. |
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| Pelicans are common throughout Florida. |
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| A view of the sunset from Harpoon Harry's at Fishermen's Village in Punta Gorda |
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| On the shore of the Peace River, a roseate spoonbill searches for dinner |
Business and Economy
Dining and Shopping
- Fishermen's Village - Fishermen's Village is truly the most interesting waterfront complex in Southwest Florida. You will find a multitude of exclusive boutiques and shops. Superb dining. Exciting daily nightlife. Something different for every day!
- Port Charlotte Town Center - the largest enclosed mall in Charlotte County. The Mall offers shopping in fine department stores, as well as 100 exclusive specialty stores. It is home to a 16-screen cinema and a food court.
- Downtown Punta Gorda offers an array of shopping opportunities including gift shops, a pottery studio, and a gourmet restaurant.
- The Harbour Inn Antique Mall and Tearoom is on the waterfront on the north side of Charlotte Harbor. Several dozen antique dealers offer dolls, linens, silver, lace, fine china and more.
- In Placida, a quaint fishing village near the approach to Boca Grande, are several unique gift shops, seafood restaurants, and the renowned Albritton gallery with its tropical fine arts, clothing and decor.
- The Seagrape Artists Gallery on West Marion Avenue in Punta Gorda offers original award winning artwork in acrylic, oil, pastel, watercolor, fiber art, jewelry, pottery and woodworking.
- There are numerous restaurants whose menus include Chinese, Thai, Mexican, Japanese, Italian and more. Waterfront dining is easily found, with beautiful views across the harbor, especially at sunset.
Environment and Nature
- Babcock Wilderness Adventures - Experience untouched "old Florida" on a Babcock swamp buggy tour of the 90,000-acre Babcock ranch. Sharp eyes may spot panther, bison, deer, turkey, alligators and more in their natural habitat.
- Charlotte Harbor National Estuary Program - The Charlotte Harbor NEP is a partnership that protects the estuaries and watersheds from Venice to Estero Bay to Winter Haven.
- Florida Panther Net - learn about Florida's state animal, the elusive and endangered Florida Panther
- Mote Marine Lab - Mote Marine Laboratory (MML) is an independent, nonprofit research organization dedicated to excellence in marine science and education.
- West Coast Inland Navigation District - The West Coast Inland Navigation District (the "District") is a multi-county special taxing district, comprised of Manatee, Sarasota, Charlotte, and Lee counties, with an estimated 1.1 million people. The District assists in the planning and implementation of waterway projects that promote safe navigation and the enjoyment of water-based activities, such as boating, fishing, and beach recreation.
- Wildlife Viewing in Florida
- Wings Over Florida - Birding Certificate Program
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