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News From Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary

See below for news highlights and stories. 
Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary News
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Safety Corner: Protect Your Home and Wildlife During Wildfire Season
March 10, 2023 — With the winter dry season in full swing, residents and visitors are encouraged to be wildfire-ready.
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From Guyana to Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary: Photography as a Gateway to Conservation
February 28, 2023 — Becoming a wildlife photographer wasn’t his first dream, but it became a dream job.
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The cover of the book "Jenny's First Catch," featuring an illustrated young Roseate Spoonbill on a green background.
Earth Day at the Sanctuary: Author Meet and Greet
February 14, 2023 — Children's book author Susan Sachs Levine visits the Center for a special Earth Day event!
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Getting to Know the New Sanctuary Director, Keith Laakkonen
February 07, 2023 — The Southwest Florida native talks about his new job and shares tips for birders.
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Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Celebrates 1,000 Acres of Restoration
January 17, 2023 — We are grateful to our staff, partners, and donors who have made this milestone possible.
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Wood Stork Monitoring Flight Shows Nests at the Sanctuary
January 13, 2023 — Nesting and roosting activity were observed at the Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Wood Stork colony on January 10, 2023.
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Audubon Names Keith Laakkonen as Director at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
January 09, 2023 — Florida native has a background in watershed management, environmental policy, wildlife ecology, prescribed fire management, and more.
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Audubon’s Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Completes Phase One of Wetland Restoration
November 17, 2022 — Five-year, 1,000-acre milestone reached.
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