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Who we are
In 1987, Charles E. Caniff Sr.'s vision of an environmental center in Charlotte County, Florida, where visitors could come to experience and learn about the natural Florida environment, was finally realized.
Thanks to his hard work, dedication, the support of CHEC's original founders, and our sponsors, our environmental centers provide a multitude of educational and community outreach programs, conservation efforts and land management along miles of beautiful hiking trails.
Join the cause
CHEC strives to deliver educational programming in various ways, including topical lectures, guided hikes, environmental film series, and engaging outreach programs. Each is designed to educate and inform the community about our unique Florida ecosystems and the wildlife that lives there. CHEC’s continued goal is to create and implement educational programming and projects that align with the community's needs for today and tomorrow.
We can't do it without you!
CHEC relies on volunteers to help carry out our important mission. Learn more about how to get involved today.
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