Bear River's premiere environmental education program, teaching Utah 4th graders about natural resources such as watershed and water quality, conservation, invasive species and more. The students enjoy two field trips, visiting the Refuge in the spring and the Hardware Ranch Wildlife Management Area in the fall, with bridging activities in their classrooms between visits.

Through a partnership with the Ogden Nature Center, the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge offers local families, preschool and daycare student’s opportunities for discovery through our Wetland Wings and other Wild Things program. This age-appropriate curriculum focuses on connecting children with their natural world. Parents and teachers rave about this engaging education program. “I really liked having this class for my 3-year old.” “A very fun program, my son loves that bird refuge!” The naturalists from the Ogden Nature Center an integral part of the Wetland Wings program; they bring the lessons to life! For more information, download the Wetland Wings flyer.

The Refuge offers programs in line with scouting badge requirements in a fun and educational way. From helping scouts earn their Eagle badges to encouraging dens to help the Refuge with a conservation project, Bear River Bird Refuge is an excellent place for scouts to learn and grow.  For more information, call our scout coordinator, Jason, at 435.734.6444

The Refuge has a state-of-the art, fun and interactive Wildlife Education Center designed for all to enjoy and learn during their visit. With educational exhibits, two theaters, scavenger hunts and interpretive trails, there is sure to be something for everyone.