For Educators

The Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge offers environmental education programs and special events for students or any child interested in wildlife-related educational programs.

There are many opportunities for children who have an interest in nature, need to complete a school project, or just want to enjoy a day in the outdoors. Educators, please check back to this site for updated information on opportunities for your students!

For details on current programs or to get additional information and ideas; visit our Events Calendar, when posted, or contact the refuge.

Page Photo Credits — U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service employee instructing bird banding class/USFWS, Dragonfly species/USFWS, All photos courtesy of USFWS unless otherwise noted.

Last Updated: Mar 05, 2013

What We Do

The Refuge's Odonates

More than 100 species of dragonflies and damselflies (Odonates) have been documented on Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge. The refuge is home to what is considered one of the most diverse populations of odonates in North America.

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Bitter LakeNational Wildlife Refuge | New Mexico

For Educators

What We Do

The Refuge's Odonates

U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service

National Wildlife Refuge System

Department of the Interior

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