Our season review: a letter from the Executive Director
As our weather turns warmer and rainy season is on the horizon, I find myself reflecting on this past season. This year …
CREW and YOU, part 1: WHO
This is part 1 of a 6-part series on the Who, What, When, Where, Why and Hows of CREW and the CREW …
See what’s flitting around Bird Rookery Swamp this week!
Special thanks to volunteer naturalist Dick Brewer, who regularly visits the CREW trails and compiles wildlife counts. This valuable citizen science is …
10 Reasons we love STKs (Swallow-tailed Kites)
It is one of our favorite times of the year. We actually look forward to the arrival of the Swallow-tailed Kites with …
The sweet smell of pawpaws
One of our favorite spring wildflowers is blooming! We spotted – and smelled – the first pawpaws blooming last week along the …
Brrrrrrrr! Who is roaming Birdy Rookery Swamp in these wintry conditions?
Too cold to head to the trails? Thinking the animals will be huddling somewhere for warmth? That is true for many of …
Egret Rescue at Bird Rookery Swamp
On Friday, visitor and photographer Bill Grabinski noticed an egret that was entangled in fishing line. Fortunately, Kathleen Smith, FWC biologist for …
Check out what you might see at Bird Rookery Swamp this week!
Long-time CREW Trust volunteer naturalist Dick Brewer is a treasure-trove of information and brilliant citizen scientist. This week’s critter count includes a …
Let CREW help YOU with your holiday gift ideas
If you are searching for the perfect gift idea for the nature-minded people in your life, we’re here to help! Whether you’re …
Flint Pen Strand Trails
photo credit: CREW Trust volunteer Bill Zaino Physical Address: 15970 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs, FL 34135 Hours: One hour before …