Inspiring People to Connect with Nature
Open Mon-Sat 10:00-4:00 Sunday 11:00-4:00 | Adults $10 Children $5
Daily Programming (included with admission)
Monday - Saturday
11 AM Animal Talk
12:15 PM Planetarium Show
1:15 PM Animal Show
2:15 PM Planetarium Show
Sunday
11 AM Animal Talk
12:15 PM Planetarium Show
1:15 PM Animal Show
2:15 PM Planetarium Show
3:30 PM Planetarium Show
Programs and Special Events
Nature Explorers
Every Saturday, 9:00-11:00am
$10 per person, ages 5-11
Join us for a drop-off environmental education program series that focuses on specific lessons to inspire students to connect with nature through interactive guided hikes, planetarium shows, environmental arts and crafts, and interactive roleplaying games and activities.
Homeschool Thursdays
Third Thursday of the Month, 10:00am-12:00pm, $10 per person, Ages 6-10
Starting in October of 2021 homeschoolers can join us every month for a new series of drop-off science programs designed to give children a better understanding of the world around them while making new friends and exploring our trails!
Late Night Double Feature Movie Night
Saturday, September 25th, 7:00pm
$10 per person
This moth it's time for techno-horror and classic kaiju films at our monthly picture show! That's right, we're showing
Forbidden Planet
and
Mothra
Watch cinematic classics(?) on the big screen, buy some popcorn, and enjoy a mosquito-free evening at the movies!
School's Out Camps
When Lee County Schools are off, 9:00am-4:00pm, $40 per person, ages 7-14
October 15th: Water Today and for the Future
It's Earth Science Week, and people all around the country are learning about water! Where does it come from? Where does it go? What can we do to protect it? Come to camp today and find out!
November 11th: Reduce, Reuse, Repair, Recycle
November 22nd - 24th: Native Florida
Family Yoga
Thursdays
10 am - 11am, $15 per family with a portion of the proceeds donated to CNCP
In this class we explore yoga poses through stories and songs, connect with nature and have some fun with partner poses with your family. Also, we will learn mindfulness and meditation activities. Held outdoors in the Pine Pavilion. Bring yoga mat or towel, water and bug spray if you wish. Led by Shelly Sager, certified Kidding Around Yoga Teacher and RYT200.
HAUNTED WALK
OCT. 22,23,24,29,30,31
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Who knows what will be lurking on our pitch-black decorated trails this coming October…1/3 of a mile is created to bring the scariest haunts and frights in Southwest Florida. Terrors begin on Friday, October 22nd until October 31, 2021 (FRIDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY ONLY) from 7:30-11:00 pm.
Internships and Employment Opportunities
Internships In:
Animal Care / Wildlife Management
Environmental Education
Marketing and Public Relations
Non-Profit Management
Astronomy / Astrophysics
Employment Opportunities:
Click HERE to view available positions
Donation Wish List
As a non-profit organization, CNCP is powered by donations! Currently we're looking for:
Washing Machine and Dryer
Electric Tools for Maintenance
Animal Kennels (for transporting animals)
Towels and Pillowcases
Paper Products (Paper Towels, Toilet Paper)
Printer Paper
Cutting Boards
Cleaning Supplies
Dog or Cat Toys
Reptile Terrarium Decorations
Bug Spray
Sunscreen
Wild Birthday Package
Birthday Party for 20 Kids and 10 Adults - Starting at $425
Schedule your next birthday party here!
With a 3.5 hour rental of our Iona House, a custom animal show, a private planetarium show, and access to our exhibits and trails, your child's next birthday party will be an out of this world experience!
Add on a guided trail walk, nature games and activities, or a science craft for even more fun!
For more details, contact Natalia by calling (239)-275-3435 or sending an email!
ABOUT CNCP
Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium is a private, not-for-profit organization dedicated to environmental education and preservation. Our 105-acre site is home to many rescue animals, two nature trails, a planetarium theater, bird aviary, butterfly garden, and meeting areas.
Hours of Operation
10:00 - 4:00 Monday - Saturday
11:00 - 4:00 Sunday
3450 Ortiz Ave. Fort Myers, FL 33905
239.275.3435