 |
In Massachusetts, a participant in a Youth Fishing Derby hosted this spring by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service reels in his catch. Many national wildlife refuges hosted similar events. Photo: Megan Nagel/USFWS. |
| Credit: USFWS |
Wild Angles: News From the National Wildlife Refuge System
News for August 2012
RSSDiscover Your Best Nature
At National Wildlife Refuges
It’s your nature: Explore it at a national wildlife refuge. You won’t lack for what to do. Refuges are fairly bursting with free or low-cost special events as summer turns to fall. Thrills await, whether you visit a refuge to see wildlife, enjoy a hike or a paddle, or catch a bass or a bluegill.
Wildlife refuges can help you get fit while you're seeing wildlife up close. Get in the nature habit and stimulate your senses and soothe your mind with a walk in a tranquil outdoor setting.
In 2010 more than 40 million people visited a national wildlife refuge, generating about $4.2 billion in economic activity, according to an October 2011 report commissioned by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, a nonprofit conservation organization. Sample a refuge event and find out what all the excitement is about.
August 2012 Events
September 2012 Events
October 2012 Events
National Wildlife Refuge Week, October 14 - 20
Archive of Past Stories
The mission of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is working with others to conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people. We are both a leader and trusted partner in fish and wildlife conservation, known for our scientific excellence, stewardship of lands and natural resources, dedicated professionals, and commitment to public service. For more information on our work and the people who make it happen, visit www.fws.gov. Connect with our Facebook page, follow our tweets, watch our YouTube Channel, and download photos from our Flickr page.
For information about items in the tip sheet, contact:
Martha Nudel, 703-358-1858
Claire Cassel, 703-358-2357
