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Kristie Anders is a living model of the Captiva Island Historical Society’s mission of gathering, preserving, interpreting and sharing history. She will be honored with the Betty Anholt Guardian of History by the CIHS in a tented reception at 6 p.m. Jan. 7 at McCarthy’s Marina.
For 30 years, Anders’ day job title was Education Direction for the Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation. During her tenure, she also carried the titles of coastal ecosystems instructor for the Florida Master Natural Program, board member and newsletter editor of the League of Environmental Educators in Florida, instructor for the Academy of Realtors Fort Myers, primary study leader for Smithsonian Associates Program and Elderhostel, board officer of the Sanibel-Captiva Chapter of the National Audubon Society, contributing writer for local, regional and national films, publications and websites, and CIHS member of the Board of Directors.
She has been a ranger and interpretive naturalist for the U.S. National Park Services, as well as served for six years as the executive director of the J.N. “Ding” Darling Foundation.
Anders shares her comprehensive knowledge of Florida history through presentations sparked with personal experience and lively stories. For her selfless devotion to all her pupils she has earned many awards including Citizen of the Year, Woman of the Islands and both state and national designations of the Take Pride In America Award.
Join CIHS celebrate Anders through a video tribute, testimonials and a barbecue dinner. Tickets are $50, which include the dinner, wine, beer and soft drinks. Reserve tickets here on Eventbrite or call 239-472-2323.
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