Salt Plains National Wildlife Refuge
Southwest Region
American Robin

Activities & Events

The following events are celebrated at the Salt Plains NWR. As event agendas are created, we will post the event's itinerary.

Special Events Schedule
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Eagle Watch 2010 - January 9,and 10, - 4pm - Meet at the refuge headquarters, wear WARM, neutral-colored clothing - no fees. (ends at 6-ish) NEW: Reservation Required. To provide a more quality viewing opportunity, the number of participants will be limited. Call now to make reservations. More Info
Collage of Events at Salt Plains
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Great Backyard Bird Count - February
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Birding and Heritage Festival - Annually, Last Weekend in April - April 24 - 26, 2009 - Festival Itinerary
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Spring Birding Tours - TBA
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National Trails Day - June 6, 2009 More Info
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17th Annual Youth Fishing Derby - June 16, 2009. More Info
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Butterfly Count - TBA - Byron Hatchery Watchable Wildlife Area - Bring a sack lunch - drinks and dessert will be provided.
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Summer Birding Tours - TBA
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Pelican Celebration Week - TBA - Dependant upon Fall Pelican Migration. Approx. Mid-Sept.
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National Wildlife Refuge Week - 2nd Week in October
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National Wildlife Refuge Week Celebration - October TBA -

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Waterfowl Week - November TBA
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Christmas Bird Count - TBA Additional Info
General Refuge Activities
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Eagle Roost Trail, Sandpiper Trail and Harold F. Miller Auto Tour Open - Year-round
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Crystal Digging Allowed - April 1 - October 15
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Bonham Pond Open - April 1 - October 15
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Fishing Allowed - April 1 - October 15 (See Regs)
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Hunting Allowed - Pheasant, Dove, Quail, Ducks, Geese, Sandhill Cranes (See Regs)
 

Last updated: May 8, 2008

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