J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge - Captiva Island Attractions

The footpaths that branch throughout this 5,220-acre wildlife refuge are bordered by salt myrtles, cabbage palms, seagrapes, and other native trees just 15 miles southwest of Fort Myers. There's also a four-mile scenic drive, but a guided kayak trip may be the most fun. Paddling through the mangroves along Commodore Creek, you'll spy pelicans, osprey, and herons, and learn about the sea squirts, seahorses, barnacles, and oysters that live in the estuary. –Candyce Stapen

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Away Travel Expert: Candyce H. Stapen

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Recommended for:
Children aged 3 - 5 , 6 - 12 and 13 - 17

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Bring a bike (there are rental stores in Sanibel) and take one of the guided tours of the refuge.
Family Craft and Storytime is for 4 to 14 and their families.