News From Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary

Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary News

A Really Rainy Summer Raises Water Levels in the Swamp

September 05, 2024

Wild Florida Adventure Camp 2024 Was a Resounding Success!

August 28, 2024

Protecting the Ghost Orchids of Collier County

July 30, 2024 — Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary staff participate in, learn from UF/IFAS Extension Office Ghost Orchid Symposium

June Rainfall Restores Water Levels in the Swamp

July 02, 2024 — Staff recorded 11 inches between June 11 and 13, 2024.

The "Super" Ghost Orchid Now Blooming

June 24, 2024 — The first blossoms of the 2024 season were photographed on June 22. The orchid's last blossom was observed on Sept. 5.

2024 Water Year Report

June 06, 2024 — Above-average rainfall through the winter kept our water levels above the usual expected range.

Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Hosts Annual Science Forum

May 29, 2024 — Three Audubon staff members presented during the forum.

Corkscrew Watershed Science Forum Presentation Summaries

May 29, 2024 — The following summaries were curated from presentations shared during the 2024 Corkscrew Watershed Science Forum.

Wood Stork Nesting Update: May 2024

May 17, 2024 — No wading bird nesting activity was observed at the historic Corkscrew rookery in 2024.

Volunteer Spotlight: Lucas Vincent

May 16, 2024 — Bright Futures scholarship holder served as a boardwalk sweeper volunteer in spring of 2024.

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