Friends of Matanzas Pass Preserve

06/01/2026

Know Your Shelter Options Before the Storm

While all Lee County shelters are pet-friendly, not every shelter will open for every emergency. Shelter openings depend on the storm's track, intensity, and local conditions.

📍 Potential shelter locations shown on this map include:

• Island Coast High School
• North Fort Myers Recreation Center
• Dunbar High School
• Treeline Elementary School
• South Fort Myers High School
• Hertz Arena
• North Fort Myers Academy of the Arts
• Manatee Middle School
• Oak Hammock Middle School
• Varsity Lakes Middle School
• Estero Recreation Center
• Aubrey Rogers High School

📞 For the latest shelter information during an emergency, contact the Lee County Emergency Operations Center at 239-533-0622 or follow official emergency management updates.

Preparation starts before a storm is in the Gulf. Know your evacuation zone, make a plan for your family and pets, stay informed through trusted sources, and keep FMB Strong!

05/27/2026

🌿✨ Discover the beauty of nature at Matanzas Pass Preserve!
Friends of Matanzas Pass Preserve is dedicated to protecting and preserving one of Fort Myers Beach’s most treasured natural habitats. From peaceful boardwalk walks to amazing wildlife sightings, the preserve offers a place to connect with nature and support conservation. 🐢🕊️
Learn more, get involved, or support the preserve today:
👉 friendsofmatanzaspasspreserve.org

📍199 Bay Rd, Fort Myers Beach, FL
📲(239)-470-9715
🌐friendsofmatanzaspasspreserve.org
📩[email protected]

05/25/2026

🇺🇸 This Memorial Day, we take a moment to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the sacrifice for our freedom.❤️🤍💙

05/20/2026

05/04/2026

Matanzas Pass Preserve needs your help! If you wish to become more involved beyond working as a volunteer, you can join the 'Friends' of the Preserve:
* Attending regular board & membership meetings
* Receiving invitations and participating in special events
* Actively participating in the planning and operation of the Preserve
* Receiving quarterly copies of the Friends newsletter, The Mangrove.
* Having the opportunity to serve as a Board or Committee member

04/22/2026

🌎💚 Happy Earth Day! 💚🌎
Today is a reminder that the small things we do every day make a big impact. From reducing waste and conserving energy to supporting local and protecting our natural spaces. 🌱♻️Let’s take a moment to appreciate the beauty around us and commit to keeping our planet clean, green, and thriving for generations to come.

04/13/2026

🌿🌸 April is National Native Plant Month! 🌸🌿
Celebrate the beauty of Florida’s natural landscape and native plants.🌼 Native plants support local wildlife 🐝, conserve water 💧, and thrive in our environment. 🌞

📍199 Bay Rd, Fort Myers Beach, FL
📲(239)-470-9715
🌐friendsofmatanzaspasspreserve.org
📩[email protected]