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Crops of wheat growing on the top of a flood-carved mesa are a green contrast to the surrounding drier landscape.
How did the Channeled Scablands Form?
Geologists couldn't account for the strange landforms of eastern Washington State. Then a high school teacher dared to question the scientific dogma of his day.
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History and Culture
2025-2026 Junior Duck Stamp featuring a northern shoveler floating on water.
Washington Junior Duck Stamp Program
Do you love conservation and want to know how to help? Consider participating in the annual Junior Duck Stamp competition!
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Get Involved
Turnbull NWR Establishment Press Release
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Turnbull NWR Establishment Press Release

Press release dated August 6, 1937 announcing the establishment of the Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge.

INFORMATION FOR THE PRESS

United States Department of Agriculture

Release - ImmediateWashington, D.C., August 6, 1937.

TURNBULL SLOUGH, WASH., TO BE RESTORED FOR USE...

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Turnbull NWR Comprehensive Conservation Plan
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Turnbull NWR Comprehensive Conservation Plan

Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge Comprehensive Conservation Plan (CCP) is a 15-year planning document that contains goals, objectives and strategies for managing all aspects of the Refuge.

 

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Turnbull NWR Habitat Management Plan
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Turnbull NWR Habitat Management Plan

Turnbull NWR Habitat Management Plan is a step down plan from the Comprehensive Conservation Plan that provides more detailed strategies for meeting habitat goals and objectives.

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Turnbull NWR Fire Management Plan
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Turnbull NWR Fire Management Plan
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Turnbull NWR Interpretive Theme Matrix (508)
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Turnbull NWR Interpretive Theme Matrix (508)

Interpretive planning document

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Ms. Riley Vance
Great Basin Institute
Turnbull NWR Kepple Peninsula Interpretive Trail Brochure
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Turnbull NWR Kepple Peninsula Interpretive Trail Brochure
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Eastern Washington University
Turnbull NWR - General Brochure
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Turnbull NWR - General Brochure
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Hunt brochure cover in bright orange
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Turnbull NWR - Hunt Regulations (508)

Web-friendly hunt brochure for Turnbull NWR. 

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Chris Quezada
Turnbull NWR - Visitor Use Map (508)
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Turnbull NWR - Visitor Use Map (508)

Map of the public use area inside of Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge

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Liz Cruz
Inland Northwest National Wildlife Refuge Complex Map
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Inland Northwest National Wildlife Refuge Complex Map
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Liz Cruz
A bull moose standing
From Northern Nomads to Refuge Royalty
From scattered sightings to a thriving population, discover how the Shiras moose became a symbol of resilience in eastern Washington.
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Wildlife Wonders
An old color photo of two swans each with large green bands around their necks, stand on a small island in a pond.
"Solo"
A single trumpeter swan nicknamed "Solo" was Turnbull National Wildlife Refuges last hope to restore his species.
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Wildlife Management
a golf-ball sized bird with a gray body and a black and white striped head removes wood debris from a tree cavity.
Capturing Nature's Lessons
The best photos come from the intersection of a sense of place and technical skill.
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Wildlife Wonders
Drake redhead duck flapping its wings
Meet the Redhead Duck
Get to know the ambassador animal for Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge.
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Migratory Species
four bats are nestled between wooden rafters
Wings, Whiskers, and Webs
Have you ever wondered why some animals are associated with Halloween?
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History and Culture