The Wandering Disciple

A quick launch from Blind Pass and its off to explore the Lemon Bay.  This sheltered bay on the west coast of Florida is a popular place for boating, fishing and kayaking.  The bay is over 8,000 acres in size in Charlotte and Sarasota County. The aquatic preserve is fed from the Gulf by Stump Pass and through seven fresh water tributaries.  (Photo: May 24, 2015)

A hawk keeps a watchful eye for prey along a trail at Blind Pass Beach in Englewood. Birds of Prey are common throughout Florida and can be found in wooded areas looking for mice, snakes and any other tiny critter they can feast upon. (Photo: January 5, 2014)

A little bit of paradise, Southwest Florida style.  Miles and miles of white sand beach and turquoise waters await you.  This beach oasis is Blind Pass Beach located on Manasota Key in Englewood.  (Photo: July 3, 2014)

Happy Birthday America!  From our family to yours, Donten Photography would like to wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Independence Day.  (Photo: July 4, 2013)

A Cooper's Hawk sits on a tree on the bay side of Blind Pass Beach. The diverse park is home to shorebirds on the beach side and wading birds and raptors on the bay side. (Photo: January 5, 2014)

Today on Independence Day, we celebrate the birth of our nation.  On July 4, 1776 the United States declared independence from England.  Fireworks celebrations like the one pictured hereat Blind Pass Beach take place across the country to celebrate that milestone in American history.  (Photo: July 4, 2013)

Colorful fireworks light up the night sky over Blind Pass Beach during this year's Independence Day fireworks show. Thousands of spectators line the beaches to watch the great display put on by Garden State Fireworks. (Photo: July 4, 2013)