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Aerial view of treetops with birds nesting.
Wood Stork Nesting Update: May 2024
May 17, 2024 — No wading bird nesting activity was observed at the historic Corkscrew rookery in 2024.
A young man wearing a uniform holds a broom on a boardwalk.
Volunteer Spotlight: Lucas Vincent
May 16, 2024 — Bright Futures scholarship holder served as a boardwalk sweeper volunteer in spring of 2024.
A group of people standing in a swamp
Soaked in the Swamp for Science
April 03, 2024 — An in-depth look at orchids, ferns, and bromeliads in the Sanctuary.
Black-and-white photo of two boardwalks side by side, one old and one new
What Makes Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary So Special?
March 29, 2024 — It’s been walked on by more than a million people.
A line of people standing in front of the room.
Corkscrew Volunteers Recognized for Service Milestones
March 29, 2024 — Annual recognition event shines a spotlight on the importance of these everyday heroes.
A three-panel art piece featuring birds, flowers, and leaves hung on a wall.
Q&A with Artist Tamara Kostianovsky
March 11, 2024 — Kostianovsky created "Morning Walk at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary" inspired by a morning on the boardwalk. Her "Botanical Revolution" solo exhibition is at the Baker Museum through April 7, 2024.
Graph showing rainfall compared to historic averages.
Above-average Rainfall Recorded at the Sanctuary This Winter
March 07, 2024 — February 2024 water level closely resembles the historic average.
Great Egret hunting in the reeds.
Q&A with 2024 Photographer in Residence Zeida Cecilia-Mendez
March 07, 2024 — Dance, wildlife, and photography for conservation.
Graphic showing map of the sanctuary buildings and boardwalk with shaded area for areas recently burned.
Prescribed Fire Update – Focus on the Future
March 07, 2024 — With the reintroduction of fire, these areas are now more resilient and defendable.
Sunflowers
Q&A with 2024 Photographer in Residence Lisette Morales McCabe
March 06, 2024 — Photography, nature, and special moments at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary.