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Linking Girls to the Land
On Sunday, March 10, 2013 from 12:00 pm—3:00 pm
girls are invited to explore outside with rangers to celebrate Linking Girls to the Land.
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Earth Day
Saturday, April 20, 2013 from 9:00 am- 12:00 pm. For Earth Day, volunteer to restore native ecosystems. Free lunch provided.
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International Migratory Bird Day
Saturday, May 11, 2013 from 9:00am - 12:00pm.
Join us for a ranger-led morning bird hike, crafts, and other activities.
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Field Notes
See the latest activities, events and conservation work at Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge.
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Prairie Learning and Visitor Center
Learn all about Neal Smith NWR and shop in the bookstore! Open year-round, Monday-Saturday 9am-4pm and Sunday 12-5pm.
About the NWRS
The National Wildlife Refuge System, within the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, manages a national network of lands and waters set aside to conserve America’s fish, wildlife, and plants.
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A grassland specialist, this medium-sized owl can often be seen in winter and is easily identified by its characteristic floppy flight. Photo by Jason Murphy.
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