About Florida SEE

The origin of the Florida Society for Ethical Ecotourism began after a local ecotourism workshop held in Fort Myers in 1998. At that conference, several participants suggested that a post-workshop group be formed to champion the existence of authentic ecotourism in Southwest Florida. It was immediately agreed upon by that founding group that our primary existence would be "to establish and maintain a professional code of ecotourism ethics to encourage an awareness and stewardship of Florida's natural heritage."

Over the years, that group accomplished its goal, and completed its second revision of our Certification/Recognition Program. The organization is currently growing state-wide as a voluntary, member-driven entity. We welcome your interest and support of expanding our regional boundaries to embrace all of Florida's ecotour providers and their supporters. Florida SEE members are the foundation for the growth of our organization and represent a unified and ethical voice for Florida's natural heritage.