Protecting Paradise: The History of CREW’s Flint Pen Strand
Thu, Nov 13
|Historic McSwain Home Museum & Gardens
Discover the history of the CREW Project and Flint Pen Strand with Robert Lucius of CREW Land & Water Trust, followed by a brief Q&A.
Time & Location
Nov 13, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Historic McSwain Home Museum & Gardens, 27451 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs, FL 34135, USA
About the event
The History of the CREW Project – Spotlight on Flint Pen Strand
Learn about the creation and growth of the Corkscrew Regional Ecosystem Watershed (CREW)—a 60,000‑acre preserve protecting Southwest Florida’s water and wildlife since 1989.
Robert Lucius, Executive Director, CREW Land & Water Trust will dive into the fascinating history of the CREW Project, focusing on the Flint Pen Strand, a vital 14,000‑acre preserve right off Bonita Beach Road.
Discover how this natural treasure supports water conservation, wildlife habitat, and public recreation.
Bring your questions! This is a unique opportunity to learn more about CREW’s role in preserving the land, water, and wildlife that make Southwest Florida special.
Tickets
General Admission
Join us for a fascinating look at the history of the CREW Project and the Flint Pen Strand preserve. Learn how this 14,000-acre natural treasure off Bonita Beach Road became a vital part of Southwest Florida’s ecosystem, with insights from Robert Lucius of the CREW Land & Water Trust. A short Q&A will follow.
$25.00
+$0.63 ticket service fee
Total
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