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Big Cypress National PreserveFlorida Panthers, one of the endangered species found within the preserve.
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Big Cypress National Preserve
Ranger-Led Activities
A ranger-led walk on the Kirby Storter Boardwalk.
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Ranger's lead a nature walk along the one-mile round trip Kirby Storter Boardwalk.
Join a Big Cypress Park Ranger or Volunteer for programs that explore the wonders of the Big Cypress Swamp and the Everglades ecosystem. Click here for details on activities, or to make reservations call: (239) 695-1201. Reservations are accepted up to 14 days in advance of the activity date. Programs begin November 25, 2009, and go through April 11, 2010.
Alligator in the swamp.  

Did You Know?
Feeding alligators creates nuisance alligators. Every year alligators that have been fed by visitors begin to lose their fear of humans. If these animals become aggresive they are killed to insure visitor safety. To avoid this tragic end for these unique animals DO NOT FEED THEM.

Last Updated: September 23, 2009 at 14:52 EST