SPORTS & RECREATION F.I.S.H. of Sanibel-Captiva announces registration open and more for

annual 10K

STAFF REPORT

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F I S H of Sanibel-Captiva reported that its Annual 10K Race 4 F I S H planned for this year has been restructured, including a new title and additional activities, to celebrate the resilience of the islands

The 15th Annual F.I.S.H. 10K/5K will be held on Dec 2 beginning at 7:30 a m at The Community House on Sanibel

This year marks the first in-person event in recent years In 2020 and 2021, F I S H offered a virtual race only because of COVID, and the 2022 event was canceled due to Hurricane Ian This year's event will offer a virtual option, but F I S H is encouraging runners to join in-person and enjoy the islands

“Our islands have been through a lot since (Hurricane) Ian, and F I S H has been here every step of the way,” Executive Director Maria Espinoza said “We want our race event to be joyous and one that not only raises funds for F I S H , but also revels our community and how far we've come since Ian's landfall ”

New this year, the F.I.S.H. Race Committee has added a 5K to the day's activities There will also be a kids' race and family fun day, hosted in partnership with the Sanibel Recreation Center on Sanibel

“We feel the 5K will draw additional runners looking to do a shorter race and see it as the perfect opportunity to add other festivities to celebrate our islands,” committee Co-chair Diane Cortese said “I'm especially excited about this year's event and raising funds for F I S H while bringing folks to our special islands for a fun-filled day ”

Co-chair Leah Winkler noted that this year's event will be “nothing short of spectacular,” while Sanibel Recreation Department Director Andrea Miller encouraged the public to stay tuned for further details

“The Sanibel Recreation Department is excited to partner with F I S H to offer a fun-filled holiday themed event, with something for everyone, at the recreation center,” Miller said “We look forward to bringing the community together again for some holiday joy ”

The registration fees are as follows:

∫ In-person 10K/5K: $45 from now through Sept 25

∫ In-person 10K/5K: $50 from Sept 26 through Dec 1

∫ In-person 10K/5K: $55 on Dec 2

∫ In-person 10K/5K (age 18 and under): $35 from now until Dec 1

∫ Virtual 10K/5K: $50

Mighty Mussels Promotional Calendar

Hammond Stadium at CenturyLink Sports Complex is at 14400 6 Mile Cypress Pkwy, Fort Myers

For Mighty Mussels ticket information call 239-768-4210 or visit https://www milb com/fort-myers/tickets/ All giveaways, promotions and event dates are subject to change All Times ET Subject to Change

Wednesday, Aug 9 @ 7 p m vs Bradenton Marauders

Game Highlight: Dollar Dog Night

Every Wednesday home game, all fans can get $1 hot dogs all game long | Presented By 102 9 BOB FM

Game Highlight: Guaranteed Win Night

We are guaranteeing a Mussels victory! If the Mussels lose all fans in attendance get a free ticket to the next day's game

Game Highlight: Silver Sluggers

Race packets will be available for pick up on Dec 1 from 8 to 11 a m at the Sanibel Recreation Center, at 3880 Sanibel-Captiva Road, Sanibel, and from 1 to 6:30 p m at Fleet Feet Fort Myers at the Bell Tower Shops, at 13499 S. Cleveland Ave , Unit 209, Fort Myers Packets will also be available on event day Dec 2 at the race site when registration is open from 6:30 to 7:15 a m

To register, visit runsignup com/Race/FL/ Sanibel/ 10K5KRace4FISH

In addition, F I S H is seeking volunteers for various positions throughout the morning, including cheering on runners and water station assistance Other opportunities include assisting at TCH with set up, registration and clean up, handing out ribbons, award ceremony assistance and assisting at the recreation center for the kids' race and family fun day

“We need many individuals to man driveways and water stations during the race to ensure the safety and health and wellness of our runners It's a great way to show support for F I S H and our community and can be loads of fun,” committee Member Nancy Craig said “Although the race isn't until early December, we need as many commitments as possible ahead of time ”

Interested individuals can contact Craig at ncraig64@gmail com or F I S H at 239-4724775.

Also, sponsorship opportunities are available For more information, visit http://fishofsancap org/

For more information about the event, contact Cortese at Dianerc10@gmail com or Winkler at leahwinkler12 @gmail com

The Community House is at 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel

San Carlos Bay Sail & Power Squadron America’s Boating Course schedule

America’s Boating Course (8 hr) Aug 12, 8:15 a m

America’s Boating Course (8 hr) Sept 9, 8:15 a m

America’s Boating Course (8 hr) Oct 7, 8:15 a m

America’s Boating Course (8 hr) Dec 2, 8:15 a m

For more information call 239-466-4040 or v i s i t h t t p : / / w w w s c b p s c o m ,

Sanibel golf course open to public

The Sanibel Island Golf Club reported that it is the only public golf course open on the islands post-Hurricane Ian. Officials reported that thanks to staff's hard work and dedication, the course reopened in December The current rates are: $60 for 18-holes riding, includes sales tax and cart; and $40 for 18-holes walking, includes sales tax To book a tee time, text 239822-1012 For more information, visit sanibelislandgc com

The Sanibel Island Golf Club is at 1100 Par View Drive, Sanibel

It's Silver Sluggers Wednesday! Join our Silver Sluggers Club to get free tickets and parking to each Wednesday home Mussels game | Presented By Amavida

Game Highlight: Ladies' Night

Ladies get 2 for 1 Seltzer's & Wine at each Wednesday Mussels Home Game

Thursday, Aug. 10 @ 7 p.m. vs. Bradenton Marauders

Game Highlight: $1 and $2 Beer Night

It's the biggest party in town every Thursday with the Mussels with $1 12 oz cans & $2 draft beers during the game! | Presented By Budweiser, Twin Peaks & Gator Country 101 9

Game Highlight: Miracle Throwback Nights

Every Thursday we're throwing it back to the Miracle days and the Mussels will wear Miracle uniforms! Plus get $1 and $2 beers!

Game Highlight: College Night

All College Students get $5 tickets with Student ID

Friday, Aug 11 @ 7 p m vs Bradenton Marauders

Game Highlight: Pre-Game Happy Hour

Get 2 for 1 on all Bacardi drinks at the Rusty's bar at Hammond Stadium from 6-7 P M | Presented By Rusty's, Bacardi

Game Highlight: Back to School Night

Presented By Raymond James

Game Highlight: Friday Fireworks

After each Friday game the Mussels will light up the sky with the best fireworks show in Southwest Florida! | Presented By News-Press

Saturday, Aug 12 @ 6 p.m. vs. Bradenton Marauders

Game Highlight: Guaranteed Win Night

We are guaranteeing a Mussels victory! If the Mussels lose all fans in attendance get a free ticket to the next day's game

Game Highlight: Bark in the Park

Bring your dog to the game as all dogs get in free and join Lee County Sheriff's Office as they spread the word against Animal Cruelty! | Presented By Lee County Sheriff's Office

Game Highlight: Wizardry Night

Game Highlight: Cancer Sucks Night #7

In the ongoing battle to fight Cancer the Mussels will partner with area organizations to raise money for the fight | Presented By Budweiser

Sunday, Aug 13 @ noon vs Bradenton Marauders

Game Highlight: Sunday Brunch

Join the Mussels for Brunch & Baseball! Get an all you can eat Brunch from 11-1 for just $15 with your game ticket

Game Highlight: Kid's Club Sundays

Kids can join the Mussels Sprouts and get tickets to each Sunday home game plus a shirt and access to VIP events for just $33! | Presented By Choice Charter Schools, The Law Offices of Spencer Cordell

Game Highlight: Kids Run the Bases

All kids can run the bases after each Sunday home game | Presented By BRANDT

Game Highlight: Kid's Catch on the Field

All kids can play catch on the field prior to each Sunday home game from 11-11:30 a m

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