Last updated on November 19, 2021
Swan Round-Up Time! Lake Eola Swans Receive their Annual Checkup
WHAT: On Saturday, November 20, 2021, District 4 City Commissioner Patty Sheehan, a veterinarian and specially-trained volunteers will participate in the City of Orlando’s annual Swan Round-Up. The iconic swans will receive their yearly medical check-ups and well-being assessments.
The Swan Round-Up takes place each year where specially-trained volunteers corral the swans at the west end of the park. Once corralled, volunteers will take the swans to a temporary clinic set up in the park where they will be weighed, inoculated, and checked by a veterinarian.
BACKGROUND: Swans at Lake Eola: Lake Eola is home to more than 50 swans representing five different breeds:
Trumpeter swans
Black Neck swans
Whooper swans
Royal Mute swans
Australian Black swans
WHEN: Saturday, November 20, 2021 Media Window: 7:00 to 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Lake Eola Park, along the water near Eola House by the playground 512 East Washington Street
Media parking will be available along North Eola Drive. Media should set up outside the low brick wall near the water across from the playground.
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