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Welcome to the Desert National Wildlife Refuge Complex home page on the world wide web. Check here for current news and updates. The complex consists of four refuges located in southern Nevada: Desert National Wildlife Refuge, Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge, Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, Moapa Valley National Wildlife Refuge, and the Amargosa Pupfish Station. On our websites you can find a wide array of additional information to help you learn more about these refuges, their natural resources, and recreational opportunities.


Record of Decision available for Final Comprehensive Conservation Plan

Scenic View From Gass Peak Road

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News Releases

 
  • November 18, 2011 - Bruce Lund Recognized as Volunteer of the Year
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  • November 8, 2011 - REI Awards Grant to Outside Las Vegas Foundation
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  • November 3, 2011 - Family Fun Walk Provides Venue for Nature Prescription Program
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  • October 4, 2011 - Special Rules Apply to Hunting on National Wildlife Refuges in Southern Nevada
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  • September 8, 2011 - It’s a “Star Party” at the Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge
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  • August 19, 2011 - Northern Portion of Alamo Road is Closed UPDATE!
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  • July 14, 2011 - Let’s Explore: 115° Fahrenheit! at Ash Meadows NWR
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  • June 16, 2011 - Experience Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge at Night
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  • May 27, 2011 - “Let’s Explore!” Program Begins June 4th at Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge
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  • May 25, 2011 - Moapa Valley National Wildlife Refuge Closing for Summer
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  • May 13, 2011 - US Fish and Wildlife Service Celebrating 75th Anniversary of Desert National Wildlife Refuge
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  • May 9, 2011 - Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge Celebrates International Migratory Bird Day
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  • May 5, 2011 - Desert National Wildlife Refuge's 75th anniversary on May 20, 2011
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  • April 29, 2011 - Spring Break 2011 ― Nevada Students Skip the Beach Alternative Spring Break on Desert National Wildlife Refuge
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  • April 28, 2011 - Exciting, Informative Events Scheduled in May at Desert NWR Activities Are Part of the Wildlife Refuge’s 75th Anniversary Celebration
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  • April 21, 2011 Young Heart Patients Follow Doctor’s Orders with Visits to the Moapa Valley National Wildlife Refuge
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  • March 17, 2011 - Construction at Corn Creek Impacts Public Access - New Visitor Center and Maintenance Facility Being Built for Desert NWR
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  • March 11, 2011 - Stewardship Saturday, Junior Ranger Program, and “Destination: Devils Hole!” Coming Up at Ash Meadows NWR
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  • February 16, 2011 - Stewardship Saturdays Scheduled at Ash Meadows NWR on February 26, 2011
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  • February 11, 2011 - Stewardship Saturdays Scheduled at Desert NWR on February 19, 2011
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  • January 28, 2011 - Waterfowl Identification Training Offered at Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge
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  • January 20, 2011 - Prescribed Burning Planned Next Week at Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge
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  • January 18, 2011- New Trail at Desert NWR Opens This Weekend
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    Hot Refuge Topics

     
     
  • September - December 2010 - Desert NWR Complex Fall 2010 Public Programs
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  • UPDATE - July 9 , 2010 - Water is Running at Hidden Forest Cabin Wiregrass Spring is Producing
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  • June 9, 2010 - First Lady Michelle Obama Kicks Off “Let's Move Outside!” SNAP Hosts Event at Red Rock Canyon
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  • February 24, 2010 - Road conditions improved through Desert National Wildlife Refuge
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  • Pahranagat Poetry
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  • Long street Cabin Restoration & Dedication
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  • Swimmer's Itch Information
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    Last updated: November 18, 2011