Events - Ottawa - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Upcoming Events
- Bald Eagle Tour - May 25
  Join us on a tour of refuge eagle hotspots. We will view nesting eagles and common perches while discussing their life history and some interesting anecdotes. Two tours will run on this date, 10 am - noon and 1 pm - 3pm.Tour is on refuge bus so seating is limited, please call 419-898-0014 to reserve a seat.
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- Auto Tour - May 27
  Drive through seven miles of the refuge that are normally closed to the public. Gates open at 8:00 am and entrance gate closes at 4 pm. Auto Tour entrance is off the Visitor Center Parking Lot. Pick up a printed guide at the entrance for information on refuge management and recent sightings. All auto tours are weather dependent.
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- Nature Tots - Busy Bugs
  Children ages 3-5 are invited to bring their favorite adult to the refuge from 10:30 – 11:30 am on the first Saturday of each month for nature crafts, stories, and walks outdoors. Space is limited; call the Visitor Center to register at 419-898-0014.Children ages 3-5 are invited to bring their favorite adult to the refuge from 10:30 – 11:30 am on the first Saturday of each month for nature crafts, stories, and walks outdoors. Space is limited; call the Visitor Center to register at 419-898-0014.
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- Swampers: Frogs and Toads
  Come meet a Park Ranger and participate in hands-on activities and outside programs for children ages 6-10. Swampers will meet from 1-2:30 pm on the first Saturday of each month for nature crafts, walks, and a Swampin’ good time! Space is limited; call the Visitor Center to register at 419-898-0014.
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- Bald Eagle Tour - June 5
  Join us on a tour of refuge eagle hotspots. We will view nesting eagles and common perches while discussing their life history and some interesting anecdotes. Tour is on refuge bus so seating is limited, please call 419-898-0014 to reserve a seat.
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- Auto Tour - June 15 & 16
  Drive through seven miles of the refuge that are normally closed to the public. Gates open at 8:00 am and entrance gate closes at 4 pm. Auto Tour entrance is off the Visitor Center Parking Lot. Pick up a printed guide at the entrance for information on refuge management and recent sightings. All auto tours are weather dependent.
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- Bald Eagle Tours - June 22
  Join us on a tour of refuge eagle hotspots. We will view nesting eagles and common perches while discussing their life history and some interesting anecdotes. Two tours will run on this date, 10 am - noon and 1 pm - 3pm.Tour is on refuge bus so seating is limited, please call 419-898-0014 to reserve a seat.
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