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Ô¼ÅÚÊÓƵ’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.
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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.
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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.
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View of the Visitor Center.
Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Hosts Traveling Exhibit Featuring 2022 Ô¼ÅÚÊÓƵ Photography Awards Winners
June 27, 2023 — Eleven Winning Images on Display through August 31, 2023.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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