Snakes play an important role in Southwest Florida’s ecosystems, but how much do you really know about them? Join CCFW on November 10 as Honey Phillips explores native snake species, venomous snake identification, and the benefits these fascinating reptiles provide to our environment.
Join CCFW in celebrating Leigh and Lillian Lovejoy, our October Volunteers of the Month, a dedicated mother-daughter team whose time and talents make a lasting impact at the Butterfly House.
Join Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife on October 13 for ‘Eyes on the Osprey,’ presented by Amanda Manrique of SCCF. Learn about osprey ecology, conservation, and what these iconic birds can tell us about the health of our coastal ecosystems.
Join CCFW in celebrating Dawn Cardascia, our September Volunteer of the Month, whose dedication to Cape Coral’s burrowing owls and local wildlife has made a lasting impact.
Join CCFW on February 27, 2027, for a guided Southwest Florida birding tour led by experienced local birders, with visits to some of the region’s top birding hotspots.
Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife remembers Beverly Ann Saltonstall, a beloved advocate whose passion for burrowing owls, education, and conservation left a lasting impact on the community. Through her writing, outreach, and generosity, Beverly helped inspire countless people to appreciate and protect Cape Coral’s wildlife.
Join Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife on September 8 for the first General Meeting of the season, featuring Allyson Webb of Audubon’s Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary and a fascinating look at Florida’s bats.
As Cape Coral continues to grow, gopher tortoises are finding ways to survive alongside expanding neighborhoods. Their burrows support hundreds of other species, including burrowing owls, making their protection increasingly important to the future of Cape Coral’s wildlife.
Cape Coral’s 2026 Burrowing Owl Census recorded a record 7,828 owls, an encouraging milestone as development continues across the city. See what the latest count reveals about the population, ongoing habitat pressures, and the conservation efforts helping these iconic birds thrive.
Join Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife for the 8th Annual Ground Owl Day on February 2, 2027, at Pelican Baseball Complex. See whether Athene spots her shadow and help celebrate Cape Coral’s official city bird.
Join Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife (CCFW) for a fun-filled day as we celebrate the 25th Annual Burrowing Owl Festival Wildlife and Environmental Expo, a community event dedicated to Cape Coral’s iconic bird—the burrowing owl! This exciting festival promises to be an unforgettable experience for wildlife lovers, families, and everyone who cares about preserving our natural world.
Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife is grateful to State Insurance USA for its generous $500 donation received in June. This meaningful contribution helps us continue our mission to protect local wildlife, preserve vital habitats, and provide environmental education to our community.
Join Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife for Wild About Wildlife on October 3, 2026. Enjoy wildlife exhibits, educational activities, conservation partners, and family fun at the Cape Coral Library.
We are delighted to announce the winners of the 2026 Burrowing Owl Photo Contest! Nearly 100 photographs were submitted by amateur photographers from 13 states, showcasing the beauty, personality, and uniqueness of Cape Coral’s iconic burrowing owls.
Featured in the Cape Coral Breeze, the Butterfly House at Rotary Park is a small space with a big impact on conservation, education, and visitors worldwide.
Capture Cape Coral’s iconic burrowing owl and enter the 2026 Photo Contest. Open to amateur photographers, May 1 to May 17. Winners announced May 30.
Join Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife as they celebrate 25 years of conservation, education, and community impact at a special anniversary event on April 24.
Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife invites the community to attend its next General Meeting on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 7:00 PM at Rotary Park Environmental Center.
This month’s featured speaker is Beverly Saltonstall, a founding member of CCFW and author of Cape Coral Burrowing Owls Don’t Hoot. She will share her extensive knowledge of burrowing owl behavior and habits, along with personal stories gathered over decades of firsthand experience in Cape Coral.
Join Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife on March 2 at Rotary Park for a special burrowing owl conservation presentation featuring Graham Dixon MacCallum of the Wilder Institute. Learn about innovative efforts to protect Western and Florida burrowing owls.
Join Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife for a Birding Specialty Bus Tour as part of the 24th Annual Burrowing Owl Festival. This guided four hour tour explores some of Southwest Florida’s most sought after birding locations.
Cape Coral, FL, Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife invites the community to attend its next general meeting on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 7:00 PM at Rotary Park. The meeting will focus on final preparations for the Burrowing Owl Festival, scheduled for February 28, 2026. Doors will open at 6:30 PM for refreshments and networking.
