Audubon’s Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary

Two men in a workshop
Corkscrew Volunteer Discovers New Outlet for Skill
August 09, 2023 — Retired carpentry teacher is making a difference.
A flock of black and white birds in treeetops.
Migrating Swallow-tailed Kites Descend on Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
July 27, 2023 — Note: While visitors do see kites soaring overhead, roosts are not visible from the boardwalk or other public area.
Close-up of orchid bloom
The "Super" Ghost Orchid at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary is Blooming
June 28, 2023 — The first blossom of the 2023 season was photographed on June 27.
View of the Visitor Center.
Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Hosts Traveling Exhibit Featuring 2022 Audubon Photography Awards Winners
June 27, 2023 — Eleven Winning Images on Display through August 31, 2023.
Summer Events Line-up Includes Events at Sunrise and Sunset to Beat the Heat
June 08, 2023 — Florida residents can enjoy discounted admission during the months of August and September.
A small songbird in a forest
Using Technology to Understand Habitat Connections for American Redstarts
June 06, 2023 — An American Redstart tagged in Jamaica finds stopover habitat at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary during spring migration.
An American Bittern standing on a log with its wings outstretched.
American Bittern: Secretive Marsh Birds Make Their Winter Homes at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
June 06, 2023 — Little is known about the natural history of these secretive marsh birds.
A view of grassland from a boardwalk.
Corkscrew Watershed Science Forum Shines Spotlight on Wetland Health
May 25, 2023 — Synergies created during the event will make our region more resilient.
water level graph
Water Levels Bottom Out Despite April Rain
May 09, 2023 — See monthly graphs from April 2023 and May Wood Stork flight results.
Earth Day 23 Highlights
May 09, 2023 — Nearly 400 visitors participated in our Earth Day event, which included storytime and a book signing, a Roseate Spoonbill information station, guided tours, and music by the HUGS ukelele band.