Good Morning from Sebastian Florida

Good morning from the dock along the Indian River Lagoon in Sebastian, Florida. Here’s your daily waterfront weather, fishing, and wildlife report for Friday June 26, 2026.

Happy Friday.  It's the weekend report!  Today I'm back on my dock.  Yesterday after volunteering for ORCA in the morning I went up to Melbourne for the evening to meet up with a friend.  We volunteer gardened in a beautiful spot that is right in the middle of the Eau Gallie Arts District.  What a fun and vibrant little area!  We gardened at the Yoga Garden which is a nice house converted to a yoga studio and the surrounding "yard" is an unbelievable permaculture.  I'll photo next time I go.  I didn't want to be too invasive on trip 1.

 

Here are a few shots from the Eau Gallie pier and looking back at Squid Lips on the lagoon right after the beach bridge.

 

🌤 Waterfront Weather Conditions

Time: 9:30 AM

Air Temperature: 82°F - high of 88

Humidity: 83%

Wind Direction & Speed: SE at 3-5 MPH

Tide Stage: High at 8 AM and Low around 3 PM

Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous - rise at 5:54 PM

Water Conditions: Calm, Clear, and Low

Lagoon Living Tip for the Day:

Bring a Pair of Binoculars Along

Whether you're walking a trail, sitting on a dock, or enjoying your morning coffee by the water, a small pair of binoculars can completely change your experience.

You might spot:

  • Ospreys carrying fish back to their nests
  • Roseate spoonbills feeding in the shallows
  • Bald eagles soaring overhead
  • Dolphins surfacing quietly along the shoreline
  • Brown pelicans gliding inches above the water

The Indian River Lagoon rewards people who slow down and take a closer look.

 

🎣 Fishing Activity & Wildlife Sightings

Man is the lagoon alive today. 

Birds -  grouchy, the little blue heron, Egret, pelicans, ducks, osprey, everybody is out.

 Fish - lots of mullet, huge snook, & Sheepshead all swimming about.  Even a nice sized blue crab down by the boat house.

 

🌊 Indian River Lagoon Spotlight

Featured Community Do-Gooder

Pelican Island Audubon Society

Long before conservation became a mainstream topic, local residents came together to protect the birds, wildlife, and natural habitats of Indian River County. Today, the Pelican Island Audubon Society continues that mission through education, advocacy, habitat restoration, youth programs, field trips, native landscaping initiatives, and volunteer opportunities. Their mission is to preserve and protect the animals, plants, and natural communities of Indian River County through education, advocacy, and public awareness.

 

One of my favorite parts of their work is helping people experience nature firsthand. Whether it's bird walks, student education, conservation projects, or helping residents create wildlife-friendly yards, they remind us that protecting the lagoon begins right in our own communities. They also support programs like River Kidz and environmental camps that introduce young people to the incredible diversity of the Indian River Lagoon.

 

🏡 Sebastian & Vero Real Estate Suggestion of The Day

Don't Just Buy a Home. Buy Into a Community.

When you're searching for a home, pay attention to what happens beyond the property line.

Ask questions like:

  • Are there active volunteer organizations?
  • Does the town host festivals and farmers markets?
  • Are there parks, trails, and waterfront gathering places?
  • Do neighbors know each other?

 

One of the reasons people fall in love with Sebastian and the surrounding Treasure Coast isn't just the beautiful homes. It's the sense of community. Buying in a town where people care for one another often adds value that never appears on a listing sheet.

Considering Buying or Selling Lagoon Lifestyle Property?

If you’re considering buying or selling a home in Sebastian, Vero Beach, or anywhere along the Treasure Coast, I’m always happy to provide current market insight and personalized guidance.

Chris Norris
www.chrisnorrisrealestate.com
772.268.1511

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