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“Ding” Darling Wildlife Society, the non-profit Friends of the Refuge organization, supports the J. N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge Complex through the generation of independent funds to undertake student education, internships, research projects, informational literature, advocacy, land acquisition and facility enhancements. Efforts may extend beyond the Complex’s borders and involve partnerships with like-minded conservation organizations.
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The J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge is part of a much larger system and is one of 568 National Wildlife Refuges and 5 marine national monuments. They encompass more than 850 million acres of land and water.
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‘Ding’ Darling to unveil Roving Ranger early April
13 DDWS conservation scholarships available
‘Ding’ welcomes Sue Tray Memorial Intern for Visitor Services
Advocacy Efforts Delay Captiva Land-Use Vote
Sanibel Rice Rat Update
‘Ding’ Darling photo contest opens
