Close to 300 bird species have been observed on Sanibel-Captiva. How many have you seen?
Published: May 8, 2021 8:47 AM EDT
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The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation has launched a list of 298 bird species that have been observed on the barrier islands.
The list was launched to mark the passing of World Migratory Bird Day, which is Saturday, May 8.
The list has been developed and vetted by local birders and ornithologists and builds on a list published in 2013 by the J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge.
The list includes full-time bird residents and those that also migrate to the barrier islands seasonally.
To download the list of birds, click here.
TBE to remain open during parking lot improvements
By TBE - | May 7, 2021
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The recent start of construction at the Tarpon Bay recreation area will help to improve access to the Tarpon Bay. Tarpon Bay Explorers will remain open throughout the parking lot’s enhancement.
Construction recently began to build a new parking lot for the Tarpon Bay recreation area.
The J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge was able to set aside funding in order to complete the anticipated project, Tarpon Bay Explorers the refuge’s recreational concession that occupies the area reported. The current parking lot was created in the early 2000s but has endured considerable wear and tear.
Legion serves up lunch for group of veterans, first responders
By POST 123 - | May 5, 2021
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The all-volunteer team from the American Legion Post 123 with Timothy Zimmerman, fourth from right, the Southwest Florida chapter coordinator for Heroes on the Water.
American Legion Post 123 recently hosted the Southwest Florida chapter of Heroes on the Water, following the nonprofit’s paddling visit to the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge.
An organization dedicated to healing veterans and first responders, the local chapter organized a paddling trip at the refuge as part of its “Paddle. Fish. Heal.” program. Led by chapter Coordinator Timothy Zimmerman, the group enjoyed several hours on the water before heading to the legion.
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Summer fees for Wildlife Drive
By REFUGE / DDWS - | Apr 28, 2021
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Your fee-booth vehicle admission buys three days of visiting this summer.
The “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society-Friends of the Refuge reported that admission fees for Wildlife Drive at the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge remain the same after season’s end. The $10 vehicle fee, however, holds good for three days of admission starting annually on May 1 and running through September. Keep your receipt to show at the entrance fee booth upon returning. Daily fees for cyclists and pedestrians are still $1 per visit for ages 16 and older.