Paradise Coast Official Visitors Guide 2009 - (Page 31) NAPLES, MARCO ISLAND & THE EVERGLADES Sailboats Unlimited Stop’s Marine Charters Clyde Butcher’s Big Cypress Gallery Displaying the black-and-white photography of famed Everglades photographer Clyde Butcher, Niki Butcher and other artists focused on the natural world. Located halfway between Naples and Miami within the Big Cypress National Preserve, between mile markers 54 and 55. q 52388 E.Tamiami Trl., Ochopee, 239-695-2428, www.clydebutcher.com. u Offers both captained and bareboat sailing charters from half-day to weekly. Sunset trips available. Professional instruction center, ASA. Club Sail Away yearly memberships available. q Naples City Dock, Naples, 239-649-1740, www.sailboatsunlimited.com. u Join native captains John and Pam Stop for guided backwater fishing or custom tailored birding, dolphin, manatee and shelling eco-boat tours in the Ten Thousand Islands coastal Everglades near Marco Island. Private or shared per-person charters since 1986. q 385 Angler Dr., Goodland, 239-394-8000, www.stopsmarinecharters.com. u Sailing Adventures Offers a variety of sailing voyages suited to your level of skill, experience and desire, whether you prefer luxurious cruising, day trips or sailing instruction. q 860 - 12th Ave. S., Naples, 239-354-0305, www.naplessailingadventures.com. u Sweet Liberty sailing catamaran. Shelling beach u A luxurioustours of the large homes on Naples Bay. Collier County Museumcottages, native u A five-acre site with historic excursions and Dolphin watching. Nature tours with the West Florida conservancy, sailing in the Gulf of Mexico. q 880 - 12th Ave. S., Naples, 239-793-3525, www.sweetliberty.com. plant garden, logging locomotive, Sherman tank and swamp buggies. Exhibits tell the history of Collier County and Florida. Visit all four locations: Naples, downtown Naples, Everglades City and Immokalee. Reader Response 14. See ad on page 31. q g 3301 E. Tamiami Trl., Naples, 239-252-8476, www.colliermuseums.com. Saltwater Sports Kayak rentals, gear and paddling tours. Retail Store: 11369 E. Tamiami Trl., minutes from Naples and Marco. Private Beach: Capri Fish House, Isle of Capri. Gordon River: The Conservancy of SW Florida, downtown Naples. Everglades: Glades Haven, Everglades City. q g 11369 E. Tamiami Trl., Naples, 239-262-6149, www.saltwatersportsflorida.com. u CULTURE & HERITAGE Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum features the history, art and culture of Florida’s “unconquered” Seminole Indians. Offering lifelike exhibits, rare artifacts, traditional art demonstrations, guided tours, one-mile raised boardwalk and museum store. Reader Response 13. See ad on page 29.q g Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation, between Fort Lauderdale and Naples off I-75 at Exit 49, north 17 miles, Clewiston, 877-902-1113, www.ahtahthiki.com. u Historic Smallwood Store Celebrating its 103rd anniversary. This old Indian trading post and general store was established in 1906. Featured in its original structure and displays its last stock of merchandise. The family’s guest bedroom, kitchen and dining room are on display, along with exhibits relating to area history. q 360 Mamie St., Chokoloskee, 239-695-2989, www.florida-everglades.com/chokol/smallw.htm. u Sea Excursions, Inc. u u “If it’s fun on the water, we do it.” Sailing, shelling, dolphin watching and studies aboard Dolphin Explorer, eco-tours with naturalist guides, sailing school, fishing, kayaking, Everglades tours, and sunset and moonlight cruises. Public cruises and private charters available. q P.O. Box 500, Marco Island, 239-642-6400, www.seaexcursions.com. Naples Area Marco Island Area Everglades Area Immokalee Area Symbols: q = Family Friendly, g = Handicapped Access, = Guided Tours COLLIER COUNTY MUSEUMS What’s happened here will amaze you. From prehistoric beasts, to Native American civilizations, to the Florida frontier, the Collier County Museums’ four unique locations give you a firsthand look at the colorful characters and adventures that have shaped Southwest Florida’s fascinating history. Best of all, admission is free. Call or go online to plan your visit today. 3301 Tamiami Trail E., Naples, FL 34112 www.colliermuseums.com 239-252-8476 Reader Response 14 LEARN MORE:www.paradisecoast.com/things_to_do 31 http://www.sailboatsunlimited.com http://www.stopsmarinecharters.com http://www.clydebutcher.com http://www.naplessailingadventures.com http://www.sweetliberty.com http://www.colliermuseums.com http://www.saltwatersportsflorida.com http://www.ahtahthiki.com http://www.florida-everglades.com/chokol/smallw.htm http://www.seaexcursions.com http://www.colliermuseums.com http://www.colliermuseums.com http://www.ParadiseCoast.com/things_to_do
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