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Birgie Miller, Executive Director of the Wildlife Society, feels much the same. “It truly is an amazing place doing amazing things to preserve and protect our wildlife, educating nearly a million people a year through our free education center, programs, classes, lectures and tours alongWildlife Drive,” she notes. “Participation in outdoor and educational activities has been shown to have a direct and positive impact on conservation and wildlife protection, teaching people to love and respect wildlife everywhere. As Federal funding continues to fall short, gifts to the ‘Ding’ Darling
a different theme and events, films, clinics, demonstrations and more that reflect each theme. Of special note is the possible appearance of Heather Henson (Sesame Street’s Jim Henson’s daughter) with her life-sized Wild Puppets, plus appearances by the adult and junior winners of the U.S. and Florida Duck Stamp annual competition.
It’s Sanibel gone wild. Imagine that.
“It’s technology that’s making
nature come to life like never before.”
Wildlife Society help ensure that we can continue to protect our native and migratory wildlife for generations to come.” And at no time during the year is the excitement greater than the annual “Ding” Darling Days which occur October 18-24 this year. It starts on Sunday with Free Family Fun Day (a $75 value for a family of four) — highlighted by native butterflies, animals and snakes; face painting; photo presentations; narrated Wildlife Drive tram tours; hands-on nature crafts; archery demonstrations; booth; shuttle service and more freebies.
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Then, each day of the week continues with
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