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Timeline of Section 404 of the Clean Water Act

We have great news to share! The Conservancy of Southwest Florida and our partners won in court again to protect our wetlands and the wildlife that live in them. This…

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A tradition reclaimed: The Great Canoe Races find their purpose again

Guest blog by Morgan Layton, VP of Development, Great Canoe Races of Naples Last year’s Great Canoe Races of Naples marked more than just another successful event; it represented a…

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Why the Southwest Florida environment matters

Written By Michele Arquette-Palermo, Chief Programs Officer In Southwest Florida, our quality of life, our economy, and our future are inseparably tied to the health of the environment around us.…

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Conservancy of Southwest Florida raises more than $2.04 million at Magic Under the Mangroves Gala

22nd annual event raises near-record amount The Conservancy of Southwest Florida’s 2026 Magic Under the Mangroves gala raised more than $2.04 million net to support the organization’s environmental science, policy, education, and wildlife rehabilitation programs—the…

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Patron Party Launches Countdown to 2026 Magic Under the Mangroves

More than 120 Magic Under the Mangrove patrons gathered at the Keewaydin Island Lodge for an exclusive Patron Party previewing the highly anticipated auction items for the gala on March…

Sharon Seevers, Jaedyn Wardrop, Gary Seevers

A legacy shaped by fishing, family, and conservation

For Gary Seevers, fishing in Southwest Florida was never just a pastime. It was how he connected to the places he loved most. Beginning in the early 2000s, Gary made…

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Conservancy of Southwest Florida launches nature-based solution resources to support resilient community planning 

New online resources showcase real-world project examples to guide community adaptation and climate risk reduction The Conservancy of Southwest Florida has launched two new Nature-Based Solution resources. The first is an interactive tool that provides a high-level overview of nature-based…

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Conservancy of Southwest Florida honors Eagle Award recipients and announces board leadership updates 

The Conservancy of Southwest Florida presented its highest honor, the Eagle Award, during the organization’s 62nd Annual Member Meeting, recognizing three individuals whose leadership and service have significantly advanced conservation…

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Conservancy of Southwest Florida’s 62nd Annual Member Meeting to spotlight campus transformation and regional restoration efforts 

New details about the John & Carol Walter Nature Experience and free public programming during closure to be shared at meeting  The Conservancy of Southwest Florida will hold its Annual Member Meeting on…

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Reminder about IRS rules this giving season

As we look ahead to a busy and inspiring season of events and conservation work, we are deeply grateful for the generosity that makes our mission possible. Our supporters allow…