The whole area of southwest Florida has something for everyone from prestine beaches and the wonderfull Everglades to first class shoping.

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Sanibel and CaptivaSanibel & Captiva are in the heart of Southwest Florida with over 15 miles of beautiful Florida shelling beaches. We invite you to explore  the many attractions on the islands including our Florida wildlife, seashells, Ding Darling Wildlife Refuge and many outdoor activities – biking, fishing, bird watching, boating, golfing, and snorkeling just to name a few. Sanibel & Captiva also feature a broad range of cultural offerings in the area of the Arts, Theater, and Music.J. N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge
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(239) 472-1100

This 6,300-acre Florida wildlife refuge, named for Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist and pioneer environmentalist Jay Norwood Darling, is – at latest count -- home to 238 species of birds, more than 50 types of reptiles, and 32 different kinds of mammals.  The refuge features wonderful bird watching spots, bike and walking paths, winding canoe trails and a four-mile scenic drive, all of which are lush with seagrape, wax and salt myrtles, red mangrove, cabbage and sabal palms, and other native plants.  A booklet available from the refuge EducationCenter highlights points of interest, including an observation tower where naturalists will obtain the best view of flora and fauna.  The drive is open Saturday through Thursday from 7:30am to a half-hour before sunset.  Closed Friday.  Low tide, when birds feed, is the ideal time to visit.  The EducationCenter is open daily.  Hours are 9:00am to 5:00 pm from November through April, and 9:00am to 4:00pm May through October.  Fees are $5 per car, or $1 per cyclist or pedestrian; ages 15 and younger bike and walk free.  Interpretative tram tours of the sanctuary are scheduled through Tarpon Bay Explorers; $10 for adults, $7 for children 12 and under; reservations required at 239-472-8900.