Program

Ancient Forest Tour

Natural history comes to life on this tour of the world's largest old growth bald cypress forest.

Thursday, February 20, 2025
9:00am - 12:00pm Eastern Naples, Florida

Location Details

National Audubon Society's Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary

375 Sanctuary Road West, Naples, 34120, FL

Ancient Forest Tour

February 20, 2025 - Naples, FL

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Corkscrew Swamp's ancient bald cypress forest is the world's largest remaining old growth bald cypress forest and was protected from logging in 1954. Join us for a three-hour tour along the 2.25-mile boardwalk through the ancient forest, with highlights on history, ecology, storytelling, and ancient cypress trees. There are occasional opportunities for rest along the way. Participants must be aged 16 or older. 

Timeframe: 9 a.m. to noon. This is a 2.25-mile walking tour that takes about 3 hours. 

Limit: 10 people​

Cost:    $30 per person (includes Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary boardwalk admission) for non-Corkscrew members

              $27 per person (includes Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary boardwalk admission) for National Audubon members.

              $12 per person for Corkscrew members.     

(online registration required) 

Please note that when you purchase your tickets, the charge will be noted as National Audubon Society on your credit card statement.

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