Natural Florida

The natural beauty of Florida is unlike anywhere else on earth. Millions of years of geological, oceanographic and climatic change has led to the formation and evolution of unique and diverse habitats and wildlife.

Forests, plains, beaches, springs, rivers, islands and diverse shorelines - the opportunities to experience nature are endless.

Florida SEE strives to provide valuable education and a robust certification program to ensure that stewardship and protection of these natural resources and wildlife.

Wildlife

Being surrounded by ocean and covering the temperate-tropical ecotone, Florida makes the perfect home for a vast array of animals. Learn more about our wildlife and wildlife conservation below.

Ecosystem Diversity

From the ancient scrub habitat, lush tropical hardwood hammocks to the vibrant coral reefs, it is critical that outdoor recreation is sustainable and protects our habitats into the future. Learn more about Florida habitats below.

Cultural Hertitage

Florida's rich cultural history and heritage is intimately connected to it's natural lands, waters and wildlife. There are many ways in which to learn about and learn from Indigenous Americans here in Florida. Click below to explore.

Florida Wildlife

Natural Communities

Cultural Exploration

For the Love of Florida

Spotlight:

Liz Johnson, CREW Trust Volunteer Photographer

"Before Hurricane Ian and Hurricane Milton made it difficult, I mostly visited the beaches of Southwest Florida. Discovering the CREW Trust trails introduced me to entirely new ecosystems, and, as a result, I formed a deeper connection to the natural Florida landscape, which has become vital to my physical and mental health.

Volunteering my time and skills to CREW Trust is a way to show my gratitude for the existence and maintenance of the trails. It allows me to contribute to communicating the importance of protecting these lands to the public and neighboring communities, which I feel is more important now than ever before."

-Liz Johnson,