Naples, Florida

[National Audubon Society]

Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary: A Self-guided Tour of the Boardwalk. [Florida Environmental Conservation, Cypress Swamp Ecology, Field Guide]

A concise and visually engaging field guide produced for visitors to Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, one of Florida’s most significant preserved ecosystems. Designed for use along the boardwalk, the guide blends natural history interpretation with photographic illustrations, offering a structured introduction to the flora, fauna, and ecological importance of the sanctuary.

Established by the National Audubon Society to protect one of the largest remaining stands of old-growth bald cypress and pond cypress in North America, Corkscrew Swamp became a focal point in mid-century conservation efforts. This guide reflects that mission, translating environmental advocacy into an accessible, on-site educational experience for visitors.

Physical Description: Stapled photo-illustrated wraps; 5.5 by 8.5 inches; 31 pages. Illustrated throughout with black-and-white photographs. Format designed for field use along the sanctuary boardwalk.

Condition: Bindings are tight and square. Text is clean; even age-toning. Moderate shelf handling wear to wraps.

Historical Significance —
Issued during a critical period in Florida’s environmental history, this guide documents early public-facing conservation education tied to the preservation of old-growth cypress ecosystems. Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary stands as one of the most successful early interventions by the National Audubon Society, preventing large-scale logging and establishing a model for habitat protection in the southeastern United States. Materials such as this represent the intersection of tourism, education, and environmental activism in postwar Florida.

Item #19836

Price: $12.95