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I love to think of nature as an unlimited broadcasting station, through which God speaks to us every hour, if we will only tune in. ~George Washington Carver

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My last post showed pictures of a before-sunrise beach walk on Boca Grande. This is the other half of my beach walk on the southern tip of  Gasparilla State Park which is located on the island of Boca Grande.  Known for it's pristine beaches, historic resorts, & the world's biggest Tarpon tournament, I'm fortunate to have this paradise 15 minutes from where I live.  When I can't drive the 2 hours south to Sanibel Island, Boca Grande is the next best thing. The Lighthouse is home to a collection of Boca Grande history .  The building to the right is where the park ranger lives - lucky guy! The port of Boca Grande was established in the 1880's to support the local phosphate industry.  The remains of the port make a great sea bird sanctuary. I'd live there if I was a bird.  The old phosphate dock  serves a useful re-purpose for the local bird population. Looking south across the channel is where all the big Tarpon tournaments take place. M