Refuge’s visitor center temporarily closed
The J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge announced the partial closure of its Visitor & Education Center effective March 3. The interpretive exhibits and auditoriums are currently closed for the installation of air-conditioning systems to replace those damaged by Hurricane Ian in 2022. The Refuge Nature Store, front desk and 2018 America’s Best Restrooms will remain open through most of the renovation. Wildlife Drive and the Indigo Trail remain open, but will be closed on Friday as usual. Any free programs that were scheduled inside of the center will be relocated to The Roost. A reopening date is not yet available. For updates, visit the refuge and “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society-Friends of the Refuge on Facebook or call 239-472-1100, ext. 9. The refuge is at 1 Wildlife Drive, Sanibel.