Sanibel Causeway: A Vital Link? | Untold Stories

With more than 60 percent of the island designated as forever wild, Sanibel Island, Florida boasts an incredible history of conservation. From its national wildlife refuge and aggressive land acquisition programs to its acclaimed wildlife clinic and 35 years of home rue, Sanibel reflects nearly a century of efforts to preserve its natural wonders.
The sunshine state has a rich and colorful history. For hundreds of years the state has attracted dreamers, opportunists, inventors and fortune-seekers. WGCU's Untold Stories aims to preserve the history of Southwest Florida communities.
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[@talesfromanoldmanpatoneal6372]

That was fantastic! I know Ian did a number on Sanibel but you can't take the Spirit of the people.

[@scottjackson1332]

I know Sanibel and Captiva have gone through many changes, but kudos to those that saw the tide coming and made sure at least Sanibel incorporated. It's a very special place. One that my family and I enjoy on a regular basis. A great place to unplug.

[@bobwershing3505]

Great Place 😊

[@manbaerpigg]

i love sanibel....one of my 1st jobs was out on that island washing,vacuuming,and detailing cars....goodtimes

[@garynorden1117]

You can get the Sanibel stoup picking up shells. Love Sanibel

[@russell3380]

I rode that ferry!

[@MoMoMyPup10]

Best I can say is I drove the original bridge 😊 but that ferry ride reminded me of the Shelter Island Ferry off of Long Island, that to this day is still the only way on and off the island. The Sanibel ferry must've been pretty scary riding during the storm season?!

[@papasnook]

Great video. Can’t even keep a snook nowadays.

[@kaitlynatown]

Love the use of Nick Drake music in this

[@cosmicequilibrium1428]

I watch this documentary and one of the Bailey Sons said his father said that it would be a bridge one day coming to the island. I know why the father said that because no matter how many people come to the island the energy remains the Same.

[@billmadison2032]

I came here to Reminisce about what the Island used to look like. I worked out there at the turn of the century. It's a shame that hurricane Ian damn near destroyed this island

[@billmadison2032]

What in the hell is that at 3 minutes and 44 seconds?

[@billmadison2032]

used to run the Sanibel mobil for over a year. I became an ornamental welder. ended up repairing a rail for rauschenberg after Hurricane Wilma.

[@billmadison2032]

Our station took care of Mr Gavin's business fleet, what a nice man. I wonder how he is today?

[@crivitzguy5017]

​@@billmadison2032 Why Bill, that appears to be a boat in flight....wait...what?!!!

[@billmadison2032]

@@crivitzguy5017 I don't understand the question