Hoots & Hisses

The Conservancy of Southwest Florida invites families to celebrate the spooky season at its annual Hoots & Hisses event on Saturday, October 25, from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM at the Conservancy Nature Center. Children 12 and under receive free admission to this family-friendly, eco-themed Halloween celebration.   

Hoots & Hisses offers a blend of fun, education, and environmental discovery. In addition to exploring the Conservancy’s interactive exhibits—including the Dalton Discovery Center, John & Carol Walter Discovery Wing, and Little Explorer Play Zone—visitors will enjoy Halloween-inspired activities throughout the day. Guests are encouraged to dress in their cutest or spookiest costumes.  

Featured activities include Super Science Show with Glen Beitman of Super Science and Amazing Art, Creepy Creature Show with live animal presentations, a spooky scavenger hunt, Halloween crafts, face painting, puppet shows, animal encounters, hands-on learning experiences, trail walks, food trucks, and creepy-crawly activities around the Nature Center.  

“From mysterious science experiments to encounters with creatures that crawl and slither, Hoots & Hisses is where Halloween meets the wild,” said Lori Heath Thorn, Public Programs Manager at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida. “It’s a hauntingly fun way for families to dress up and discover the magic of nature together.”  

When: Saturday, October 25, 2025 | 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM.   

Where: Conservancy Nature Center, 1495 Smith Preserve Way, Naples, FL   

Admission: Free for children 12 and under; standard admission rates apply for adults   

For more information and updates, visit www.conservancy.org/hoots-and-hisses.