About UsPierce National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1983, and contains approximately 329 acres. The land was acquired through a land dontation to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service by the previous land owner, Mrs. Lena Pierce. The donation helped meet the total Service objectives in the Columbia River Gorge for protection and enhancement of significant wildlife resources. The refuge is currently managed as a sanctuary for wintering waterfowl, such as Canada geese, ducks, and other aquatic birds. Additionally, the Refuge sustains several important rare plant and animal populations. Pierce Refuge is collectively managed with Ridgefield, Steigerwald Lake, and Franz Lake National Wildlife Refuges, as the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge Complex. The Refuge Manager for the Pierce, Steigerwald Lake, and Franz Lake National Wildlife Refuges is stationed at the headquarters for the Columbia Gorge Refuges. Pierce Refuge is one of over 540 Refuges in the National Wildlife Refuge System managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The 94 million acre Refuge System is the only nationwide network of Federal lands managed specifically for the conservation of fish and wildlife. Refuges serve to protect our nation's natural and cultural resources for the people of all ages and for generations to come. Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge ComplexRidgefield National Wildlife Refuge Complex Columbia Gorge Refuges' HeadquartersMailing Address: P.O. Box 1136, Washougal, WA, 98671 |
Last updated:
January 27, 2011
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