The best way to learn about the swamp is to get into it! Join us for a weekend of swamp walks, live demonstrations and experiments with NPS rangers, entertainment, and so much more! This exclusive event gives supporters of The Alliance for Florida's National Parks an opportunity to explore the private property surrounding Clyde Butcher's Big Cypress Gallery within Big Cypress National Preserve. These adventurous outings are in support of Big Cypress National Preserve's youth environmental education program, which serves every 6th-grade student in Collier County each year. With support from The Alliance, around 3,000 children are able to experience the natural and wild wonders of Southwest Florida ecosystems through this scientist-for-a-day program. During the Swamp Celebration, swamp walks will take place on Saturday, October 22, and Sunday, October 23, from 8 am - 3 pm each day. Each walk is spaced 30 minutes apart and will be limited to 10 adults and up to five children per walk. Tickets are $75 per adult and $25 per child age12 and under.