Exciting Environmental Nonprofit Collaboration Brings Water to Life at the Nature Center.
Fort Myers, FL – October 29, 2024 – Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium and Calusa Waterkeeper are excited to announce a new partnership that will enrich the community and enhance our shared commitment to environmental stewardship. Beginning November 1, 2024, Calusa Waterkeeper will establish a science lab for water quality testing at the Calusa Nature Center. This collaboration represents a significant leap forward in our joint mission to educate, protect, restore, and conserve the unique natural resources of Southwest Florida.
Both organizations, united by their names and a long history of advocacy for the environment, are dedicated to the health and sustainability of local ecosystems. The presence of Calusa Waterkeeper at the Calusa Nature Center will strengthen collective efforts in education, research, and community engagement.
“We are glad to welcome Calusa Waterkeeper to our facility,” said Eric Raddatz, Executive Director at Calusa Nature Center. “This partnership will enhance our educational programs and amplify our voice in advocating for the conservation of our precious natural resources. We are all about nurturing nature here, and so are they.”
Waterkeeper Captain Codty Pierce and Calusa Waterkeeper’s trained Rangers, monitor and test water quality at more than 30 locations each month across Southwest Florida. The new science lab will serve as a hub for water testing, research, data collection and educational initiatives aimed at raising awareness about the importance of protecting and restoring water quality and local habitats.
“This partnership is a natural fit,” said Connie Ramos-Williams, Executive Director at Calusa Waterkeeper who once served on the board at the Calusa Nature Center. “By collaborating, we can combine our resources and expertise to make an even greater impact on conservation efforts. Together, we can inspire our community to take action for a healthier environment.”
Call it a force of nature. Nonprofit Executive Directors, Calusa Waterkeeper’s Connie Ramos-Williams and Calusa Nature Center’s Eric Raddatz announce a new collaborative partnership to strengthen environmental impact.
Visitors to the Calusa Nature Center will have the opportunity to learn about ongoing projects and initiatives that benefit the community and the environment. Both organizations invite the community to join them in this exciting new chapter, as they work together to promote environmental stewardship and sustainability across the region. For more information about the collaboration and upcoming events, please call Calusa Waterkeeper at (239) 899-1440, email [email protected], or visit calusawaterkeeper.org. You can also email Eric Raddatz at [email protected], call 239-275-3435, or visit www.calusanature.org.