In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with the CEO/ Co-Owner George Fernandez.

We talk about the more than 60 different species of butterflies and rubbing elbows (more like beaks) with Rhett and Scarlett at the Flamingle (a meeting with 2 local flamingos).
George explains how they delight all or your senses with sounds, colors, aromatherapy smells, and of course, wonder!

Learn about how the Conservatory started, and how it was just named one of the best Butterfly Conservatories in the US.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with the CEO/ Co-Owner George Fernandez. We talk about the more than 60 different species of butterflies and rubbing elbows (more like beaks) with Rhett and Scarlett at the Flamingle (a meeting with 2 local flamingos). George explains how they delight all or your senses with sounds, colors, aromatherapy smells, and of course, wonder! Learn about how the Conservatory started, and how it was just named one of the best Butterfly Conservatories in the US.

The Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory with George Fernandez

The Backyards of Key West Podcast started with one simple idea: tell the real stories behind the island's most creative people.

What began as a show about local business owners in Key West has evolved into a deeper dive into the world of art, entrepreneurship, and creative growth.

Hosted by Mark Baratto—artist, gallery owner, and founder of The Artist Growth Collective—this podcast features weekly conversations with artists, gallery and studio owners, musicians, and entrepreneurs from across Key West and beyond.

💡 Whether you're here for the island vibes or looking to build a thriving art business, there's something in every episode to inspire you.

📅 New episodes drop every Friday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Pandora, and more.
📻 Also airing Sundays at 10AM on 104.9FM in Key West.
👉 Learn more at https://www.skool.com/the-artist-growth-collective

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The Backyards of Key West Podcast started with one simple idea: tell the real stories behind the island's most creative people. What began as a show about local business owners in Key West has evolved into a deeper dive into the world of art, entrepreneurship, and creative growth. Hosted by Mark Baratto—artist, gallery owner, and founder of The Artist Growth Collective—this podcast features weekly conversations with artists, gallery and studio owners, musicians, and entrepreneurs from across Key West and beyond. 💡 Whether you're here for the island vibes or looking to build a thriving art business, there's something in every episode to inspire you. 📅 New episodes drop every Friday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Pandora, and more. 📻 Also airing Sundays at 10AM on 104.9FM in Key West. 👉 Learn more at https://www.skool.com/the-artist-growth-collective

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