Free Tours have started at Ding !
Limited to only 10 participates
You must sign up on dingdarling.eventbrite.com
Beach walks, trail hikes, art journal walks, birding tours, bike tours and more!
Tours are added weekly and end April 11, 2021
*Masks are mandatory and social distancing guidelines are followed.
The "Ding" Darling Wildlife Society (Society)- Friends of the Refuge is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that supports nature conservation, wildlife protection, and education efforts at the refuge. Support the Society today!
Learn more about the Society
Nestled on Refuge lands adjacent to Tarpon Bay Recreation Area, Tarpon Bay Explorers offers a variety of nature tours and rentals to help you make the most of your "Ding" Darling NWR experience. As our official Refuge concessionaire, Tarpon Bay Explorers offers the best view of the Refuge from the water.
Learn more about Tarpon Bay Explorers and the 2019 Summer Programs
"Ding" Darling is known as one of the best places to visit for birding. Watch our video, "America's Birding Hotspot" to see the beautiful imagery that awaits you at the Refuge. Also check out our eBird Tracker and find out what species have been seen on the refuge today!
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