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News From Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary

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Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary News
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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..."
View of an exhibit hall under construction
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.
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Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Awarded $100K from the Collier Community Foundation
October 29, 2025 — Funds needed to transform the aging campus and enhance learning opportunities.
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Collier Community Foundation Celebrates Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary’s Leadership in Conservation and Education with Two Gifts
October 24, 2025 — Major grants a step forward for the Sanctuary's conservation mission.
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Migrating Common Nighthawk Tagged in Northern Maine Recorded at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
October 07, 2025 — The Motus Wildlife Tracking Station detected the bird in mid-September.
Bright, bushy sunflowers crowd over a boardwalk
Southeastern Sunflowers in Bloom along Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Boardwalk
October 04, 2025 — Visitors encouraged to film or photograph this unique Florida fall occurrence. All plants are protected—do not pick.