Friends of Fakahatchee Inc.
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Friends of Fakahatchee Inc.
Friends of Fakahatchee Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing financial and volunteer support for the preservation of the unique ecology and cultural heritage of the Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park. The organization aims to educate the public about the importance of this preserve.
Mission and Activities
The primary mission of Friends of Fakahatchee is to conserve and protect the diverse ecosystems within the park. The Fakahatchee Strand Preserve is a significant habitat for various threatened species, including the Florida panther, Florida black bear, American crocodile, wood stork, mangrove fox squirrel, and the Everglades mink. It is renowned as the "orchid capital of the United States," hosting 47 native orchids. The preserve also features a mosaic of habitats such as cypress forests, wet prairies, tropical hardwood hammocks, salt marsh, mangroves, sloughs, and royal palms.
The organization supports activities like guided tram rides, swamp walks, and the maintenance of the Big Cypress Bend Boardwalk, which allows visitors to experience the untouched beauty of old-growth cypress forests. By participating in these activities or becoming a member, individuals contribute to the preservation of this unique natural and cultural landscape.
Governance
The organization is governed by a board of directors, which includes several key members such as Virginia Palmer Skok, John Kaiser, Glen Stacell, Phil McGuire, Eric Foht, Tom Trotta, Wally Baldwin, Kevin Cunniff, and Debra Taylor. The board ensures a formal orientation process for new members and oversees the organization's policies regarding ethics and transparency. The governance structure emphasizes inclusivity and diversity in recruitment.
Recognition and Support
Friends of Fakahatchee Inc. is recognized for its efforts in preserving a critical part of the Everglades ecosystem. The organization encourages community involvement and support through various engagement opportunities, fostering a strong bond between the public and the preserve's rich ecological heritage.
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News
The Vanilla phaeantha orchid, commonly known as "oblong-leaf" or "leafy" vanilla, occurs in Trinidad, Cuba, and in the Fakahatchee Strand. (The only confirmed U.S. location!) Though this particular vine does produce a "bean" it is of little edible value, with only a trace amount of the cherished spice. And that only happens if the flower is pollinated during its brief, hours-long bloom. Vanilla orchids can be observed flowering in the Fakahatchee Strand during mid to late spring. Though the flower is large, and extremely beautiful, it is subtle in color and easily overlooked by the casual observer. (Photo credit: T Fabiano) (fb)
The Friends of Fakahatchee, Inc. would like to say Thank You to everyone who helped make our 2024-25 tour season a huge success! Thank you to each and every one of you who attended a tour or event, and brought friends and family along, too. Your support makes all of this possible! Thank you to all of the volunteer guides and drivers for donating your time and talents. You give selflessly for the benefit of the park, and we cannot express our appreciation enough! Thank you to park staff for your support of the Friends' endeavors and for allowing our amazing volunteers to work alongside you to maintain and improve our beautiful Fakahatchee! Thank you, Thank You, THANK YOU!!! 😃😍🤩 (Photo by T. Fabiano) (fb)
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FRIENDS OF FAKAHATCHEE Friends of Fakahatchee Inc. Friends of Fakahatchee Dedicated to financial and volunteer support to preserve the unique ecology and cultural heritage of Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park andeducate the public about its importance. Not for Profit Tax ID 59 3511352KNOW BEFORE YOU GOCheck the State Park Website for hours closures trail conditions and other announcements or call the park office at 2399611925. Join us.
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