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News From Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary

See below for news highlights and stories. 
Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary News
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A Day in the Life: Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Facilities Team
February 13, 2026 — Safety is top of mind in every Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary project.
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Winter Rainfall and Water Level Update from Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
February 11, 2026 — Dry winter conditions improved with January rainfall.
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Audubon’s Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Opens New Spurlino Foundation Discovery Center
February 05, 2026 — With hands-on exhibits, educational signage, dioramas, and more, the newly renovated space offers something for everyone.
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Audubon Staff Contributes 164,307 Wildlife Camera Photos to “SnapshotUSA” Program
February 02, 2026 — Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary participates in nationwide monitoring effort providing insights on mammals, birds, and more.
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A Day in the Life: Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Prescribed Fire Burn Boss
January 22, 2026 — With years of experience, Allyson Webb choreographs many moving parts throughout each fire event.
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Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Christmas Bird Count Summary for 2025
January 07, 2026 — 43 staff and volunteers came together to count a total of 12,584 birds.
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A Day in the Life: Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Visitor
January 05, 2026 — “It’s hard to find words to explain why I visit whenever I’m in Southwest Florida — I am drawn to it..."
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New Inspiration, New Partnerships at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
December 23, 2025 — New exhibits are opening in February while community partners engage new visitors.
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Dry Fall Months Keep Swamp Water Levels Lower than Average
December 09, 2025 — The conservation team recorded 21 percent less rainfall than average for the water year thus far.