Swamp Celebration 2024 at Clyde Butcher’s Big Cypress Gallery

Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Big Cypress National Preserve with Clyde and Niki Butcher at their Big Cypress Gallery on October 19th.

Dive into a day of fun with a lively meet and greet with Clyde and Niki from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, explore their beautiful 13-acre property on a self-guided tour, and engage with enthusiastic National Park Rangers. Learn about this vast ecosystem through environmental outdoor educational exhibits and demonstrations, and take your adventure to the next level with our customized swamp walk tours, offering a one-of-a-kind journey through this remarkable ecosystem. Enjoy lunch or snacks from our food truck and admire breathtaking Everglades-inspired artwork.

Don't miss the exciting book signing, with proceeds supporting the Preserve. This event, organized by The Alliance for Florida's National Parks, benefits the "Swamp Water And Me Program" (S.W.A.M.P.) for 6th graders in Collier County.

With help from public and private donors, we strive to ensure that every 6th grader in Collier County can experience a swamp walk and learn about the importance of preserving our Everglades ecosystem for future generations.

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