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DAILY PROGRAMS

Join us for our Daily Nature Center Programs as we explore the natural environments of Southwest Florida, meet native species up close, and discover how Conservancy of Southwest Florida works to protect our water, land, wildlife, and our future.


11:15 AM
Be a Biologist

12:15 PM
Scales and Tails

1:15 PM
Ocean Discoveries

2:15 PM
Wonders of Wildlife

(November - April)

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More about the nature center

Little Explorers

The Little Explorer Play Zone inside Ferguson Learning Lab is open from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. every day the Nature Center is open.


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Daily Programs

Every day, Conservancy-trained naturalists or volunteers lead daily programs for Nature Center guests. 


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Electric Boat Tour

All aboard from the Allyn Family Dock! Take a leisurely, informative and fun 45-minute cruise along the beautiful Gordon River.  


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Visitor Tips

The Nature Center has indoor & outdoor exhibits for guests to enjoy.  Because it can get very hot and rainy in Southwest Florida, we have some visitor tips!

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The Nature Center:

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Conservancy of Southwest Florida

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1495 Smith Preserve Way
Naples, Florida 34102

Nature Center Hours

Monday - Saturday
9:30 am - 4:00 pm (ET)

Sunday: 12 pm - 4 pm

von Arx Wildlife Hospital Hours

239-262-2273
8 am - 8 pm (ET)
365 days a year

 

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