When Joshua and Audrey Stewart first opened their kid-oriented shop, A Little Adventure, on April 1, 2022, they weren’t expecting quite the adventure that Hurricane Ian brought five months later. On April 1, 2025, however, they celebrated their third anniversary at the restored, remodeled store, which officially reopened in November. The SanCap Chamber was there at 2001 Periwinkle Way on Sanibel to help celebrate with one of its famous ribbon-cuttings.
The store has a slightly different look pre-Ian, but still carries the playful, coastal, adventure-ready clothing, toys, and gifts local families have come to love.
“We focused on keeping the store bright, inviting, and full of surprises—a place where kids feel at home and excited to explore,” said Joshua. “Our store is like a kids’ version of our grown-up shop, Adventures in Paradise Outfitters.”
The parents of three, the Stewarts have been inspired by their own children. The kids help shape their buying decisions and spend lots of time at the store with friends. The kids’ enthusiasm and energy have helped motivate the Stewarts through the devastation and losses from first Ian and then Helene.
“It’s been a long road, but we’re thrilled to be back, and we couldn’t have done it without this amazing community,” said Joshua. “The SanCap Chamber has also been incredible in helping us reconnect with the community. Their support, along with word-of-mouth from customers, has been essential for letting people know we’re back. Seeing customers come in and shop—not just to support us but because they truly love what we offer—has been the most rewarding part.”
“Joshua and Audrey and their family have become an integral part of the retail and attractions scene on these islands for decades,” said John Lai, SanCap Chamber president and chief executive officer. “We highly value their return–-such a shot in the arm for Sanibel’s renowned shopping reputation.”
ABOUT SANCAP CHAMBER
SanCap Chamber is dedicated to promoting the prosperity of its members and preserving the quality of life of our community. The Chamber plays a key role in facilitating communication and cooperation between business, residents, and government to enhance the economic health of the islands. Its website, sanibel-captiva.org, receives over a million visits per year. For more information about the chamber, visit sanibel-captiva.org or contact John Lai, president and CEO, at 239-472-2348 or [email protected].
