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Protecting our water, land, wildlife, and future
There is more to explore with the Conservancy!
While our Nature Center is closed May–December 2026 to build the John & Carol Walter Nature Experience, we’re bringing nature to you with free programs at local parks, libraries, and more.
Click here to view the calendar and register for events.
PLEASE NOTE: The von Arx Wildlife Hospital will remain OPEN throughout construction.
Our mission is to protect Southwest Florida's unique natural environment and quality of life...now and forever.
Science & Research
Conducting research to understand wildlife populations and the biological communities on which they depend
Policy & Advocacy
Working to ensure our region's leaders have the proper tools to make informed decisions about SWFL's future
Nature Center
Featuring a collection of indoor and outdoor exhibits and artifacts to showcase Southwest Florida’s unique ecosystem
Environmental Education
Teaching all ages about our Southwest Florida environment and our impact on it
von Arx Wildlife Hospital
Providing medical care to more than 4,000 injured, sick, and orphaned native animals each year
LEARN MORE
The Conservancy of Southwest Florida
proudly
announce
s
the
public
launch
of its most ambitious
campaign to date,
Now & Forever: The Campaign to Protect our Quality of Life
.
With a preliminary target of $70 million, this transformative campaign is dedicated to enhancing and securing the long-term sustainability of the Conservancy’s vital efforts in environmental science, education, wildlife rehabilitation, and public policy advocacy. With more than 50% of its fundraising goal already achieved, the Now & Forever Campaign is a bold step towards safeguarding Southwest Florida’s natural resources for generations to come.
Serving as the catalyst of this historic campaign is a $25 million lead grant from the John & Carol Walter Family Foundation, by Naples Philanthropists John and Carol Walter, to create the new John & Carol Walter Nature Experience.
Learn More
READ MORE
John & Carol Walter Nature Experience
at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida
The Conservancy of Southwest Florida is honored to receive a historic $25 million grant from the John & Carol Walter Family Foundation, the largest philanthropic commitment in the organization’s history.
This extraordinary grant builds upon 60 years of visionary donor support, enabling the Conservancy of Southwest Florida to
transform the current Nature Center brand and offerings into the new redefined John & Carol Walter Nature Experience.
The goal is to inspire and invite the community to protect our shared natural environment that uniquely preserves our way of life enjoyed today, and throughout the future.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Working with Nature: Flood Resilience Blueprint
Public Workshop
April 21 •
Conservancy Nature Center,
Eaton Conservation Hall
Great Canoe Races of Naples
benefiting the Conservancy of Southwest Florida
May 16 •
Baker Park
Our Impact in 2025
October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025
3,457
Animals treated at the Wildlife Hospital
38,179
Sea turtle hatchlings protected
35,240
Individuals educated
6,549
Pounds of python removed
Latest News
View All
TAKE ACTION: Ask the Governor to protect local resilience and energy decision making
April 22, 2026
TAKE ACTION: Stop the sneak attack threatening our wetlands
April 20, 2026
Conservancy of Southwest Florida breaks ground on John & Carol Walter Nature Experience
April 20, 2026
League of Women Voters of Lee County program explores impacts of overdevelopment
April 16, 2026
Nature-Based Solutions — Community Engagement Update
April 9, 2026
Protecting the Caloosahatchee River and Estuary
April 7, 2026
Working with Nature: Building a flood-resilient future in Naples
April 7, 2026
Two eaglets are admitted to the von arx wildlife hospital
April 3, 2026
Timeline of Section 404 of the Clean Water Act
April 2, 2026
Tales from the field: Part IV
March 30, 2026
Court victory for Florida wetlands protection
March 30, 2026
Water Works with Dewey: The negative effects of droughts
March 25, 2026
Help protect our water, land, and wildlife
Become a Member
Membership helps support our work and gets you free membership to the Nature Center and many other perks. Join today!
Donate
The majority of our funding comes from people like you who care about protecting our environment in Southwest Florida.
Volunteer
A variety of fun volunteer opportunities are available. Interact with a variety of people, learn new skills, and enhance and share your knowledge.
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Skip to content
Protecting our water, land, wildlife, and future
There is more to explore with the Conservancy!
While our Nature Center is closed May–December 2026 to build the John & Carol Walter Nature Experience, we’re bringing nature to you with free programs at local parks, libraries, and more.
Click here to view the calendar and register for events.
PLEASE NOTE: The von Arx Wildlife Hospital will remain OPEN throughout construction.
Our mission is to protect Southwest Florida's unique natural environment and quality of life...now and forever.
Science & Research
Conducting research to understand wildlife populations and the biological communities on which they depend
Policy & Advocacy
Working to ensure our region's leaders have the proper tools to make informed decisions about SWFL's future
Nature Center
Featuring a collection of indoor and outdoor exhibits and artifacts to showcase Southwest Florida’s unique ecosystem
Environmental Education
Teaching all ages about our Southwest Florida environment and our impact on it
von Arx Wildlife Hospital
Providing medical care to more than 4,000 injured, sick, and orphaned native animals each year
LEARN MORE
The Conservancy of Southwest Florida
proudly
announce
s
the
public
launch
of its most ambitious
campaign to date,
Now & Forever: The Campaign to Protect our Quality of Life
.
With a preliminary target of $70 million, this transformative campaign is dedicated to enhancing and securing the long-term sustainability of the Conservancy’s vital efforts in environmental science, education, wildlife rehabilitation, and public policy advocacy. With more than 50% of its fundraising goal already achieved, the Now & Forever Campaign is a bold step towards safeguarding Southwest Florida’s natural resources for generations to come.
Serving as the catalyst of this historic campaign is a $25 million lead grant from the John & Carol Walter Family Foundation, by Naples Philanthropists John and Carol Walter, to create the new John & Carol Walter Nature Experience.
Learn More
READ MORE
John & Carol Walter Nature Experience
at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida
The Conservancy of Southwest Florida is honored to receive a historic $25 million grant from the John & Carol Walter Family Foundation, the largest philanthropic commitment in the organization’s history.
This extraordinary grant builds upon 60 years of visionary donor support, enabling the Conservancy of Southwest Florida to
transform the current Nature Center brand and offerings into the new redefined John & Carol Walter Nature Experience.
The goal is to inspire and invite the community to protect our shared natural environment that uniquely preserves our way of life enjoyed today, and throughout the future.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Working with Nature: Flood Resilience Blueprint
Public Workshop
April 21 •
Conservancy Nature Center,
Eaton Conservation Hall
Great Canoe Races of Naples
benefiting the Conservancy of Southwest Florida
May 16 •
Baker Park
Our Impact in 2025
October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025
3,457
Animals treated at the Wildlife Hospital
38,179
Sea turtle hatchlings protected
35,240
Individuals educated
6,549
Pounds of python removed
Latest News
View All
TAKE ACTION: Ask the Governor to protect local resilience and energy decision making
April 22, 2026
TAKE ACTION: Stop the sneak attack threatening our wetlands
April 20, 2026
Conservancy of Southwest Florida breaks ground on John & Carol Walter Nature Experience
April 20, 2026
League of Women Voters of Lee County program explores impacts of overdevelopment
April 16, 2026
Nature-Based Solutions — Community Engagement Update
April 9, 2026
Protecting the Caloosahatchee River and Estuary
April 7, 2026
Working with Nature: Building a flood-resilient future in Naples
April 7, 2026
Two eaglets are admitted to the von arx wildlife hospital
April 3, 2026
Timeline of Section 404 of the Clean Water Act
April 2, 2026
Tales from the field: Part IV
March 30, 2026
Court victory for Florida wetlands protection
March 30, 2026
Water Works with Dewey: The negative effects of droughts
March 25, 2026
Help protect our water, land, and wildlife
Become a Member
Membership helps support our work and gets you free membership to the Nature Center and many other perks. Join today!
Donate
The majority of our funding comes from people like you who care about protecting our environment in Southwest Florida.
Volunteer
A variety of fun volunteer opportunities are available. Interact with a variety of people, learn new skills, and enhance and share your knowledge.
Scroll To Top