Guided Hike the Loop: CREW Bird Rookery Swamp (12 Miles)

Renew your sense of discovery, and reap the benefits of immersing yourself in real Florida, on our guided hike of Bird Rookery Swamp (BRS). On this fairly intense ~12 mile hike, led by a CREW volunteer, you'll hike the entire loop at BRS, discover an essential part of the Corkscrew Regional Ecosystem Watershed (CREW)-one of the last wildlife corridors that stretches into the Everglades- and see firsthand local plants and animals of all shapes and sizes. Explore trails with a knowledgeable guide that you can continue to take advantage of long after your guided walk is over.

Time: 7:30am - 12:30pm

Distance & Difficulty: ~12 miles, this is our most intense hike across some uneven ground

What to Wear and Bring:

• Dress appropriately. We suggest: long pants, durable close-toed shoes, and hat.
• Wear or bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and bug spray.
• Hiking accessories, like walking stick, binoculars, camera equipment, flora and fauna guide books are optional but welcome.
• Bring plenty of water or re-hydration drink & snacks.

Age Limit: Children and adults 14 years old and up.

Location: Bird Rookery Swamp -1295 Shady Hollow Boulevard, Naples, FL 34120. Meet at the trailhead at the main parking lot.

Limited to 12 hikers. Only service animals allowed.

If you cannot attend the hike, please use your registration receipt (emailed upon purchase from Eventbrite) to request a cancellation at least 72 hours before the walk is scheduled.

Donations to the CREW Trust are greatly appreciated on the day of the hike or online at http://www.crewtrust.org

Host or Publisher CREW Land & Water Trust