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What Makes Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary So Special?
March 29, 2024 — It’s been walked on by more than a million people.
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Corkscrew Volunteers Recognized for Service Milestones
March 29, 2024 — Annual recognition event shines a spotlight on the importance of these everyday heroes.
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Q&A with Artist Tamara Kostianovsky
March 11, 2024 — Kostianovsky created "Morning Walk at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary" inspired by a morning on the boardwalk. Her "Botanical Revolution" solo exhibition is at the Baker Museum through April 7, 2024.
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Above-average Rainfall Recorded at the Sanctuary This Winter
March 07, 2024 — February 2024 water level closely resembles the historic average.
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Great Egret hunting in the reeds.
Q&A with 2024 Photographer in Residence Zeida Cecilia-Mendez
March 07, 2024 — Dance, wildlife, and photography for conservation.
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Prescribed Fire Update – Focus on the Future
March 07, 2024 — With the reintroduction of fire, these areas are now more resilient and defendable.
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Q&A with 2024 Photographer in Residence Lisette Morales McCabe
March 06, 2024 — Photography, nature, and special moments at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary.
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2023 Corkscrew Watershed Science Forum
February 26, 2024 — The 2023 Watershed Science Forum took place on Friday, May 12.
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Participate in ¸£Àû¼§ÊÓƵ Florida's Birdathon at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
February 14, 2024 — Attend our special Earth Day events on April 22 as part of your Birdathon and have a chance to win cool prizes.
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Celebrating a 70 Year Legacy of Wetland Conservation at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
January 10, 2024 — In 1954, brave voices in our community spoke up to save ancient trees from the threat of the axe and saw. Thanks to their efforts, today we protect 13,000-plus acres in Southwest Florida as a haven for plants, animals, and people.
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