The Everglades' story is about water flow: the historic, natural flow before canals drained the land; the current flow, altered by humans in the name of progress; and a healthier, future water flow as envisioned by the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP). Explore the map to the right to view the historic, current and future water flow of the Everglades.
Then, follow the flow to learn how the natural Everglades' plumbing was modified and what it will take to restore it. Your journey begins on the partially restored Kissimmee River, then explores Lake Okeechobee before meeting farmers in the Everglades Agricultural Areas. Next, learn the inner workings of Water Conservation Areas, search for elusive ghost orchids and panthers in the Fakahatchee Strand and see how it all comes together in Florida Bay and the Florida Key's coral reefs.