The Naples Nature Center
& Briggs Nature Center
Under the direction of the highly regarded Conservancy of Southwest Florida in neighboring Naples, The Naples Nature Center and the Briggs Nature Center offer splendid natural respites from the everyday hustle and bustle.

The Naples Nature Center features a Wildlife Rehabilitation Center amid a unique 14-acre environmental retreat in the heart of Naples. Great for all ages, you can walk a wooded nature trail lined with interpretive signs, join a guided tour and more.

Just a short drive off Marco Island along County Road 951, the Conservancy's Briggs Nature Center is a haven for those who want to explore natural Florida. There is a scenic boardwalk, a refreshing butterfly garden chock full of beautiful native plant species, abundant bird life and the chance to set off in a canoe or kayak to discover hidden natural wonders along meandering waterways.

For more information please visit: www.conservancy.org

Ten Thousand Island
& Rookery Bay Aquatic Preserves
The Ten Thousand Islands and Rookery Bay Aquatic Preserves provide a serene and dramatic departure from the everyday world. This majestic expanse is nationally recognized as one of the few remaining undisturbed mangrove estuaries in the country. Covering some 112,000 acres of untamed South Florida wilderness, the seclusion provides for excellent recreational opportunities for anglers, canoeists, bird watchers and other naturists. Phone: 239-417-6310