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Through education & outreach, we strive to teach the local Gulf Coast community, tourists, school groups, and more on the unique ecology of the Emerald Coast and the importance of coexistence with wildlife.
Our marine mammal and sea turtle stranding team provide an urgent response to these beached or stranded marine wildlife species along immediate Emerald Coast beaches.
Each year we provide medical care and rehabilitation to almost 2,000 injured or orphaned native Florida species, with the goal of their release back to the wild.
Learn more about Emerald Coast
Wildlife Refuge, our staff and board of directors, hours and location, history, and goals.
VISIT US
Visit our Education Center, meet our Ambassador Animals, and learn about our other educational opportunities!
WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU FIND AN ANIMAL IN NEED
Learn what do to, when to do it, how to help the animal, and when it needs rehabilitation.
GET INVOLVED
Whether you donate your time or an item, learn about ways you can help ECWR and local wildlife.
EVENTS
- Plant Bingo - September 25thSep 25, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PMEmerald Coast Wildlife Refuge, 3051 Cloptons Cir, Navarre, FL 32566, USA
Creature Connections YogaOct 02, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM CDTEmerald Coast Wildlife Refuge, 3051 Cloptons Cir, Navarre, FL 32566, USA
Volunteer Orientation - October 5thOct 05, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PMNavarre, 3051 Cloptons Cir, Navarre, FL 32566, USA
Annual Batty Fang-tastic Fall Festival!Oct 17, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PMNavarre, 3051 Cloptons Cir, Navarre, FL 32566, USA
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Seasonal trends (with species)
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Current, special, and upcoming events
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Rehab release and success stories
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Volunteer or intern highlights
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Current patient biographies
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At home crafts (of all ages)
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Marine Mammal Stranding Team updates
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Fundraisers
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Facility operation updates
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And much more!
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The Pelican Post!
