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Rappahannock River Valley
National Wildlife Refuge

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About the Refuge

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Wildlife Observation and Photography and Interpretation

The Wilna Unit is open for wildlife observation and photography daily, sunrise to sunset.  Access for canoes and kayaks to engage in these activities is available at Wilna Pond.

PLEASE NOTE: All Virginia boating laws apply to Wilna Pond.

All other Refuge units are open for wildlife observation and photography by advanced reservation only.  To schedule a visit, please call (804) 333-1470.

Wilna Pond Fishing Pier
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Are you a birder?
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The Refuge is honored to host three sites on the Virginia Birding and Wildlife Trail.  For more information about this trail, please visit their website.

Last Updated: July 3, 2008
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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Eastern Virginia Rivers NWR Complex
P.O. Box 1030
Warsaw, VA 22572

Office: (804) 333-1470
Fax: (804) 333-3396
E-mail: Rappahannock River Valley NWR

 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Rappahannock River Valley NWR
P.O. Box 1030
Warsaw, VA 22572

Office: (804) 333-1470
Fax: (804) 333-3396
E-mail: Rappahannock River Valley NWR