Upcoming Events

• Twilight Tours

  

  Join us for our annual Twilight Tours Thursdays May 23rd and 30th, 2013.  Use your ears, not just your eyes, on these special nighttime tours of Seney National Wildlife Refuge. The refuge is closed from dusk to dawn, so this tour is a rare opportunity to experience the refuge in the twilight and early evening hours when many animals are active. We will be searching for secretive marshbirds like the yellow rail, Virginia rail and sora. This is also an excellent chance to hear spring peepers, gray treefrogs, green frogs, and American toads. During this tour, it is unlikely that we will see these animals but chances are very good we will hear their calls.

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• Wildlife Wednesdays

  

  Tourists and locals alike love this tour!  Join us Wednesday evenings in June, July and August for an evening guided auto tour of the refuge backcountry. The tour begins at 7 p.m. and lasts approximately two hours. We’ll be on the lookout for a variety of wildlife while sharing Refuge history and management practices. 

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• Behind the Scenes Summer Series… “Wolves – Current Issues for State Management”

  

  Throughout the summer the Refuge is offering a series of programs which focus on research and other interesting topics which are taking place near or on the refuge. The series “Behind the Scenes… Science and other Stories from Seney National Wildlife Refuge” will help you better understand the world around you. Join us at the Refuge Visitor Center on Thursday, June 6 at 7:00 pm for a presentation titled “Wolves - Current Issues for State Management”.

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• Childrens Fishing Day

  

  Join us for Children's Fishing Day - Catch the Excitement! Saturday, June 22nd, 2013, the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service, in cooperation with the Seney Natural History Association, invites you to participate in the 24th Annual Children’s Fishing Day.

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• Monday Morning Tours

  

  Would you like to get more out of your trip to Seney National Wildlife Refuge? Some wildlife can be difficult to see, but trained staff and volunteers know where to look or listen. Join us Monday Mornings at 10:00 am to experience a guided tour of the Refuge. The tour will take between 1 to 2 ½ hours depending on the topic of the tour. We will be on the lookout for a variety of wildlife while sharing information on the animals we see, the history of the Refuge and current management practices.

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• Junior Duck Stamp Art Exhibit

  

  Community members and visitors alike should mark their calendars for this exhibition of original art work by kids from across the country. The first place winners from each state and US territory will be on display in the Visitor Center from July 3 through July 28. 

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• Behind the Scenes Summer Series… “Cooperative Management of Invasive Plants in the Central U.P.” and “Filming Trumpeter Swans”

  

   Throughout the summer the Refuge is offering a series of programs which focus on research and other interesting topics which are taking place near or on the refuge. The series “Behind the Scenes… Science and other Stories from Seney National Wildlife Refuge” will help you better understand the world around you. Join us at the Refuge Visitor Center on Thursday, July 18th, 2013 at 7:00 pm for a presentation titled “Cooperative Management of Invasive Plants in the Central U.P.” and at 7:40 pm for “Filming Trumpeter Swans”.

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• Amateur Photo Contest

  

  Did you get some great photos while enjoying the refuge?  Enter them in the amateur photo contest!  In September we will display all the entries in the auditorium and on the Seney Natural History Association’s Flickr site, where visitors will vote for their favorites. When on display for voting, the entries depict an incredible array of Refuge experiences.  Details can be found in the Visitor Center or on our website. Photo: 1st Place Plants Category - White Water Lily by Barbara Hysell.

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• Additional Pools Open to Fishing

  

  Looking to catch that big fish? Why not try a pool normally closed to fishing? On Monday, September 2nd, 2013 (Labor Day) additional pools will open for fishing! If you love to fish don't miss out on the chance to fish E, C, D and portions of B Pool that are only open to fishing from Labor Day through September 30th annually. Fishing is allowed during daylight hours only.

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• Youth in the Outdoors

  

  On September 28th, 2013 the refuge will host "Youth in the Outdoors."  This event is a spinoff from our annual "Scout Activity Day." The day is designed to get youth out into the refuge to explore and learn.  Participants may choose from a variety of sessions.  The event is open to kids ages 7-17. Pre-registration and a $5 registration fee are required. Some activities may have an additional charge.   

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• Fishing Closes on Refuge Pools

  

  Fishing on the refuge pools closes September 30th. Fishing is permitted on all stretches of the following rivers and streams during regular state seasons: Walsh Creek and Ditch, Creighton, Driggs and Manistique Rivers. The refuge is open from dawn until dusk.

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• Last Day the Fishing Loop is Open

  

  September 30th is the last day the Fishing Loop is open. Starting October 1st the Fishing Loop will be closed to all traffic, including foot and bike traffic. This is to provide a place for migrating birds to rest undisturbed. Birds that live on the refuge throughout the summer months are often times accustomed to people and cars. Birds that stop at the refuge during migration are easily disturbed. These birds need their energy to complete their long flight. This is the reason for the closure of the Fishing Loop at an earlier date than the Marshland Wildlife Drive.   

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• Fall Color Float

  

  Take a beautiful float down the Manistique River and see the beautiful fall colors.  Join refuge staff for a 4-5 hour canoe/kayak trip October 5th, 2013. Early October is a beautiful time to visit the Refuge as the leaves will be changing color. Pack a lunch, dress for the weather (could be warm or cool), and remember to pre-register so we know that you're coming. Bring your own boat or rent one from one of the local outfitters. 

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• National Wildlife Refuge Week

  

  Celebrate National Wildlife Refuge Week October 13th to 19th. Visit your National Wildlife Refuge and see what it has to offer. We are going to keep the Visitor Center and Marshland Wildlife Drive open through October 20th in celebration of National Wildlife Refuge Week. The Visitor Center is open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. The Marshland Wildlife Drive is open from dawn to dusk.

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• Last Day the Marshland Wildlife Drive and Visitor Center are Open

  

  October 20th is the last Day the Marshland Wildlife Drive and Visitor Center are open.  Beginning on October 21st the Visitor Center and Marshland Wildlife Drive will be closed for the winter.  Just because the Visitor Center and Marshland Wildlife Drive are closed, it doesn't mean you can't visit the refuge.  There are a number of fun activities you can participate in over the winter at the refuge.

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