What We Do
Our mission is to protect Southwest Florida's unique natural environment and quality of life...now and forever.
Saturday, April 12 • 10 AM - 3 PM
Free, family-friendly event at our Nature Center featuring activities, games, exhibits, vendors, and more!
Earth Day Festival 2025 is presented by Bronco Wild Fund and your Local Ford Dealers.
Our Nature Center will be CLOSED on Friday, April 11 to prepare for our Earth Day Festival. The von Arx Wildlife Hospital will be OPEN from 8 AM to 6 PM. Call (239) 262-2273 for wildlife assistance.
John & Carol Walter Nature Experience
at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida
60 years of conservation
The Conservancy of Southwest Florida has been a leading environmental conservation nonprofit for 60 years. Watch the video below to learn more about what we do.
Department Blogs
Check out the latest updates from our educators, rehabilitators, biologists, and environmental policy experts!