Useppa Island Living For an Island accessible only by air or water, Useppa is really very cultured. We have a comprehensive Historic Museum, a Book Club, Bridge Club, Yacht Club, Tennis Club, Croquet Club and Beach Church. We also have the Isaak Walton Club, Fitness Center and Bocce Ball. For the little ones that frequent the Island, there’s fishing, bike riding, swimming at the pool or the beach, a playground and lots of nature to explore. And, they grow up together; learn to drive … [Read more...]
Useppa Island – Gulfshore Life
Feature story in Gulfshore Life Useppa Island - Still the Great Escape Click the cover for the full article … [Read more...]
Awesome Ideas for a Rainy Day on Useppa Island
A Rainy Day on Useppa Island Even when it's wet and dreary outdoors, there's plenty of activity and amusement available on Useppa Island. Our friendly community offers a game of pool or poker, a specialty drink at the bar or under a private deck. A rainy day on Useppa is better than any day at the Office. YOU MAY WANT TO... Play Scrabble with near-champion players who are always ready for a challenge. Play a game of Pool at the Tarpon Inn or better yet, find the people … [Read more...]
Secret Islands of Southwest Florida
Discover the Secret Islands of Southwest Florida Many of Southwest Florida’s barrier islands, spanning the coast from Marco north to Manasota Key, deliver seclusion — without the three-hour tour or that dunderhead Gilligan. The best are those accessible only by boat, chartered ferry excursions and, in some cases, a helicopter or seaplane. Bonus for resort amenities and grand, Old Florida-style cottages and estate rentals — or sleeping platforms for the truly adventurous who don’t mind starlit … [Read more...]
Experience Cayo Costa State Park
4 Nautical Miles West of Pine Island - Just a Short Boat Ride From Useppa Island With nine miles of beautiful beaches and acres of pine forest, oak-palm hammocks and mangrove swamps, this 2,426 acre barrier island park is a pristine Gulf Coast paradise. Accessible only by private boat or ferry, Cayo Costa visitors may see manatee and dolphin, along with an assortment of coastal birds. An array of recreational activities include hiking and picnic areas, biking, camping, fishing, snorkeling … [Read more...]
Croquet on Useppa Island: Play On!
Croquet took root, sprouted, evolved and exploded on Useppa Island over 30 years ago! In 1978, Bob Sumwalt, our “Father of Croquet” dedicated himself to teaching all that would come, to learn, play and love Croquet. And, we did!! Our first Nine-Wicket Tournament was in 1978, followed by the introduction of Six-Wicket in 1984, when we built “the perfect” Six-Wicket court overlooking Pine Island Sound. Women jumped in and competition really ramped up! In 1989, we had our first … [Read more...]
Will Boat for Food Blog Series: Miller’s Dockside
Miller's Dockside: Part 4 in the Boat for Food Blog Series- A Culinary Adventure around Useppa Island! We must be in a rut. Here we are again, heading north to Boca Grande for lunch. Plenty of fine places to visit south of here, but there is only so much time for boating and eating. We’ll get to the southern eateries soon enough. From Useppa, we go north up the ICW, across Charlotte Harbor. The Tarpon fleet is long gone, the fish scattered up into the harbor and the numerous canals in … [Read more...]
Useppa Island Celebrates The Beginning of Summer with a Solstice Party!
Useppa Celebrates Longest Day of the Year with a Summer Solstice Party On Saturday June 21, Useppa Island celebrated, the Summer Solstice, or longest day of the year and the first day of summer, with a cookout and party at the pool. The day featured live music from the jamming band, Stolen Fruit Duo. They rocked out and really jazzed up the day with a great set of 80's and 90's hits. The food was delicious as always and featured a menu of BBQ Ribs and Chicken with all plenty … [Read more...]
CATBOAT RENDEZVOUS ON USEPPA ISLAND
SAILING...SAILING...on Useppa Island Yes. Today was the first day of the bi-annual Catboat Regatta on Useppa Island, hosted by the Useppa Island Yacht Club....where there are no dues...no rules. You just have fun! And, if you have an idea or suggestion, you get to do it!! Four races today, with 28 boats participating from as far away as New Jersey. Only a couple of boats caught too much wind and went topsy-turvy! Captured beautifully by Useppa Island artist Captain Charlie Chapin Tomorrow, … [Read more...]
Competition -The Basis for Capitalism and Exceptionalism
Competition is the engine of any successful venture. Capitalism depends on continued thought, creativity and work to stay alive, but most especially to excel. When a business relies on one model, thought or product, the result is lower demand, lower prices and stunted growth. When the monopoly is a service company that represents others, it is the “others” that suffer the consequences of declining demand, while the monopoly barely notices the downward curve in returns: they know no other … [Read more...]