National Audubon Society's Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary is a 13,000-acre preserve in Southwest Florida. Vast wildlife surrounds the 2.25-mile boardwalk.
Naples, Florida
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Ready for an Assembly keynote with Rosemary Mosco?
Rosemary is an author, illustrator, and speaker whose work connects people with the natural world.
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Dry conditions and low rain amounts for March have continued to cause our water levels to drop, concentrating prey populations. See more: audubon.org/florida/news/cor…
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Our re-imagined campus will provide the infrastructure needed to advance Audubon’s conservation leadership in the Western Everglades. #BREAKING #conservation
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ALT Artist's rendering shows an aerial view of a modern campus surrounded by trees.
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Congratulations to Clyde Butcher for earning a National Medal of Arts! Clyde has photographed many times at the Sanctuary and beyond. Learn more:
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The Sanctuary and boardwalk will be CLOSED tomorrow, Sept. 26, due to the anticipated effects of Hurricane Helene. We plan to reopen on Friday once staff have confirmed the boardwalk is clear and safe for visitors. Get tickets: corkscrew.audubon.org/visit/…
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Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary retweeted
More details beginning to emerge:
"@wptv learned Wednesday that Gov. Ron DeSantis will call on the Florida Department of Environment Protection (FDEP) to rework the state's controversial "Great Outdoors Initiative" - wptv.com/news/state/gov-ron-…
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A Lesser Yellowlegs migrating from the Boreal forest of northern North America flew by the Motus wildlife tracking station in our backcountry in early August. It was tagged in Colombia in April!
Learn how we connect important habitats across the Americas: corkscrew.audubon.org/news/l…
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We reopen on August 31. Florida residents enjoy half-price admission for the entire month of September. Get tickets today: corkscrew.audubon.org/visit.
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The "Super" ghost orchid is blooming again! Three new buds have already opened and a fourth is due to pop in the next few days. As the Sanctuary will be closed for maintenance Aug 19-30, get out to see it SOON! corkscrew.audubon.org/visit.
Photo: R J Wiley
ALT Three white blossoms on the side of a tree.
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Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary retweeted
From Plumes to Protection: Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary at the Heart of Bird Conservation Webinar features a visually stunning journey through Audubon’s 125-year history in Florida and the legacy of Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary on Aug. 7. Register today! act.audubon.org/a/plumes-pro…
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The "Super" ghost orchid's 2024 bloom has concluded for now.
Today, one faded flower remains (it may have been pollinated) and the other was munched on by a caterpillar. We will share news of additional buds whenever they appear. #orchid
Photo (from July 3) by RJ Wiley.
ALT Three white flowers and one brown one on the side of a tree.
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It's #Throwbackthursday!
60 years ago Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary was designated as one of the first 7 National Natural Landmarks! Stanley Joseph, National Park Service (left), and Carl Bucheister, National Audubon Society President, display a plaque and certificate in this photo.
ALT A black-and-white photo of two men wearing suits standing in front of a rock with a plaque on it.
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Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary received 17.72 inches of rainfall in June 2024, making this the 8th rainiest June since 1960. Water levels rose just under four feet between June 11 and 14. corkscrew.audubon.org/news/j…
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#BreakingNews the "Super" ghost orchid is currently sporting four tiny buds! We expect the first blossom to open around the end of June.
Photo: R J Wiley
ALT Photo of roots and small green buds on the side of a tree trunk.
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Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary retweeted
We need a veto. The "Taking of Bears" law is likely unconstitutional, unnecessary, and dangerous. We need broader adoption of solutions for living alongside FL bears, instead of legislation encouraging individuals to open fire in Florida neighborhoods.
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Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary retweeted
In remembrance of Joan Browder.
Joan Browder was a trailblazer for women in science. She began her career at Audubon's @CorkscrewSwamp, examining Wood Stork feeding behaviors and patterns. 1/4
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Wood Storks are having some success at Lenore Island in the Caloosahatchee River and BC-29. However, this season, no wading bird nesting activity has been observed at the historic Corkscrew colony due to high water levels. Read more: corkscrew.audubon.org/news/w…
ALT Aerial view of islands with birds nesting in treetops.
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