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Connecting Communities Through Conservation: The Everglades Outdoor Classroom

At Flamingo Gardens, we believe that nature is not just something to admire—it’s something to engage with, learn from, and protect. That’s why we’re excited to introduce the Everglades Outdoor
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Discover Wellness at Flamingo Gardens:A Month of Mindfulness, Nature, and Renewal

March is Wellness Month at Flamingo Gardens, —an ideal time to reconnect with nature, refresh your mind, and restore your spirit. Prioritizing wellness is essential and what better place to
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Volunteer Spotlight: Jose Quintanilla

Our Volunteer of the Month for February is Jose Quintanilla. Jose has totaled nearly 200 hours since volunteering with us and has been helpful in every way. Primarily guiding in
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Remembering Buddy: The Heartbreaking Tragedy of Wildlife Trafficking

Two weeks ago, Flamingo Gardens suffered a heartbreaking loss when our beloved panther, Buddy, went into cardiac arrest during a medical examination. The procedure was prompted by a sudden and
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Why Climbing 85 Feet Matters for Eagle Conservation

Flamingo Gardens’ Wildlife Rehabilitator Shannon Gallagher recently participated in an important project with the Wildlife Rescue of Dade County’s Bald Eagle Banding Day. As part of the project, Shannon successfully
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Discover Nighttime Wonders at Flamingo Gardens’ Moth Bioblitz!

Luna Moth Face by Amy Rielly Ever wonder what flutters through the night at Flamingo Gardens? Did you know that moths predate butterflies? That they can remember their caterpillar days?
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Eco-teers: New Year, New Projects!

Saturday, January 25th, 2025 Over the weekend, our dedicated Eco-Teers participated in a multitude of environmental projects that have significantly impacted our communities and natural landscapes. From composting workshops to
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Volunteer Spotlight: Larnell Pinson

We are thrilled to celebrate Larnell Pinson as our Volunteer of the Month! Larnell joined the Flamingo Gardens volunteer team late last year, and from the moment she started, she
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Volunteer Spotlight: Ryan Xu

Our Volunteer of the Month is Ryan Xu. Ryan is one of the most courteous and respectful volunteers we’ve ever had. In his time here he has already amassed over
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