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Champions of Nature: Defending Southwest Florida’s land, water, wildlife and future

Nov 23, 2020 05:00PM ● By KATIE FERRON

Joanna Fitzgerald and Kathy Worley have a couple things in common. They are both passionate advocates for preserving Southwest Florida’s environment. And they have each been doing it for 25 years at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida.

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The Daintiest of Egrets: The Snowy Egret Survived The Plume Trade But Is Still Imperiled

Nov 23, 2020 05:00PM ● By WILLIAM R. COX

The snowy egret (Egretta thula) is distinguished by its beautiful white plumage, with vivid yellow and black details. It has yellow lores, a black bill and black legs with bright yellow feet. Its appearance is even more striking when sporting its breeding plumage of long feathery plumes on its back and throat.

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Rotary Club Donates $4K to Plant 50 Native Trees at Estero Community Park

May 23, 2018 10:37AM ● By Kevin

The trees were planted on March 14, 2018, and included 10 sabal palms, 26 live oaks, 10 bald cypress and 4 shady lady black olive trees.

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5 Easy Hikes in the Bonita Springs & Estero Area

May 14, 2018 12:03PM ● By Kevin

Spring is here, and when the weather is nice, there's no better outdoor activity than a nice, easy hike. Check out these recommendations!

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Florida Redbelly Turtle: Found only in Florida and extreme southeast Georgia

Oct 25, 2017 07:54PM

On Sanibel Island, this large freshwater turtle can often be observed basking on logs or on the banks of freshwater wetlands, including canals and ditches.

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Everglades Wonder Gardens Sees 100 Volunteers Contribute 600 Hours of Work

Oct 10, 2017 02:47PM ● By Kevin

Volunteers have made a significant impact on the recovery of the Everglades Wonder Gardens, but the nonprofit organization still needs help.

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Wood Stork Upgraded From Endangered to Threatened in 2014

Aug 28, 2017 02:13PM ● By Kevin

The wood stork (Mycteria americana) is the only species of 19 storks worldwide found in the United States.

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Friends of Barefoot Beach Preserve: Volunteers Supporting the Preservation of the Coastal Environment Since 1990

Jul 21, 2017 12:34PM ● By Kevin

The Friends of Barefoot Beach Preserve was born in 1990 and has been a growing team ever since—joined by many who are also concerned with preservation of the coastal environment.

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Everglades Wonder Gardens Receives Historical Designation

Jun 16, 2017 10:15PM ● By Kevin

The Bonita Springs Historic Preservation Board granted the designation to the 82-year-old site toward the end of May.

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