"People of the Ocklawaha...Efforts were recently begun to restore the lakes and headwaters of the Ocklawaha by reestablishing the wetland functions of the former muck farms. The restoration of Lake Apopka, in particular, has received widespread attention and is an excellent example of a successful, large-scale ecological restoration project...."
Calusa Waterkeeper, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to the protection of the Caloosahatchee River & Estuary, Lake Okeechobee, Nicodemus Slough, Charlotte Harbor, Estero Bay, the near-shore waters of Lee County, and their watersheds, through education and promotion of responsible use and enjoyment by all people.