Conservancy unveils new blueprint for flood resilience
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Our Nature Center is closed through December 2027 to accommodate the construction of the John & Carol Walter Nature Experience. We'll be bringing nature to you with free programs at local parks, libraries, and more.
PLEASE NOTE: Our von Arx Wildlife Hospital will remain open throughout the closure, and we will continue to provide critical care for local wildlife. They accept admissions from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and are located on our campus at 1495 Smith Preserve Way, Naples, FL 34102.
RedSnook Catch & Release Charity Fishing Tournament
October 23-25, 2026
The RedSnook Catch & Release Charity Fishing Tournament, hosted by the Conservancy of Southwest Florida, supports efforts to protect our most valuable natural resource, our water. Without clean and abundant water, recreational and sport fishing would not exist.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Evening Lecture Series | Picayune Strand State Forest: A Story of Greed and Resilience
October 7 @ 6:00 pm
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Our Impact
October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025
3,457
Animals treated at the Wildlife Hospital
38,179
Sea turtle hatchlings protected
35,240
Individuals educated
6,549
Pounds of python removed
Latest News
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TAKE ACTION: 94% of U.S. wetlands at risk under new proposed rule
Citing the need for “regulatory certainty”, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers are again proposing…
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Conservancy of Southwest Florida mourns the passing of Nicholas G. “Nick” Penniman IV, a devoted conservation advocate
The Conservancy of Southwest Florida mourns the passing of Nicholas G. “Nick” Penniman IV, a devoted conservation advocate, former Board…
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Gordon’s got the scoop: Follow my construction diary
Hi, friends! Gordon B. Eagle here. There’s a LOT happening at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida right now. Big machines…
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Conservancy Staff Testifies in Congressional Committee to Oppose a Bad Bill for Florida’s Wildlife and Wetlands
Florida’s waterbodies and unique wetlands are incredibly valuable resources, and these ecosystems deserve all of the protections afforded by federal…
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Sabal Palm Road Development Approved for a Private Golf Course
The Conservancy of Southwest Florida has a long history in protecting the lands within and around the Picayune Strand State…
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Density Reduction Groundwater Resource Comprehensive Plan Changes in Lee County
The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) and the Conservancy of Southwest Florida are providing comments on the proposed changes to the…
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A win for community voices in Lee County
Thank you, Lee County Commissioners! We’d like to take this opportunity to thank the Lee County Commissioners for their thoughtful…
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Conservancy of Southwest Florida announces 2026 RedSnook Catch & Release Charity Fishing Tournament
Every cast helps protect the waters that fuel Southwest Florida’s fishing heritage, local businesses, and coastal economy The Conservancy of…
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Protect Picayune Strand from Incompatible Development – Say No to Sabal Palm
Did you know that Collier County is home to a state forest located just one mile east of CR951? It’s…
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Urge Collier Commissioners to maintain Conservation Collier funding
On behalf of the Conservancy of Southwest Florida and our nearly 4,000 local member and donor families, we urge the…
