BONITA SPRINGS, Fla. - TelAve -- Wonder Gardens and the Rotary Club of Bonita Springs celebrated the dedication of a newly constructed Chickee Hut on Feb. 19. Rotary club members, Seminole Tribe representatives, City of Bonita Springs officials and Wonder Gardens board members gathered for the reception, marking the completion of the Rotary Club of Bonita Springs Chickee Hut.

"The completion of the Rotary Club of Bonita Springs Chickee Hut is a testament to the hard work and support of the local community that made it possible," said Neil Anderson, president and CEO of Wonder Gardens. "Thanks to the generosity of the Rotary Club of Bonita Springs, we have been able to restore a dedicated space for our educational programs and community events. We're excited to once again provide a welcoming place for the entire community to gather."

The Rotary Club of Bonita Springs previously donated the $30,000 needed to build the Chickee Hut, which replaces the Wonder Gardens barn that was rendered uninhabitable after Hurricane Ian.

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The Rotary Club of Bonita Springs Chickee Hut will serve as a vital space for private events and educational programs, accommodating up to 150 guests. The open-air hut will host classes, summer camps and field trips, offering a covered venue for activities, meals and animal encounters.

In addition to Wonder Gardens programming, the space will be available for community rentals, including parties, weddings and other special events.

To learn more about Wonder Gardens, visit WonderGardens.org.

About Wonder Gardens

The Wonder Gardens in Bonita Springs is a nonprofit zoological park and botanical garden established in 1936 that exudes old Florida charm. It serves as a vibrant sanctuary for exotic animals. With general admission, guests are invited to explore the lush 3.5-acre landscape and see alligators, flamingos, otters, parrots and more. For more information, visit WonderGardens.org or call 239-992-2591.