J. Clark Salyer
Upham, ND 58789-9307
Plan Your Visit
The J. Clark Salyer Wetland Management District is open to the public year‑round. Wildlife‑dependent recreational activities are welcome on our Waterfowl Production Areas (WPAs), including hunting, fishing, trapping, wildlife observation, photography, environmental education, and interpretation.
Complimentary brochures and maps are available at the headquarters office, including information about the WPAs managed by the District. Staff are also available during normal office hours to answer questions and help you plan your visit.
Before you go
Visit our Rules and Policies page for important guidance.
Questions?
Call our office: (701) 768-2548
The Wetland Management District is administered by staff at the J. Clark Salyer National Wildlife Refuge headquarters. The office is located 2 miles north of Upham off North Dakota Highway 14.
Activities
Services
At our field station, we provide the following public services:
- A small contact station offering local hunting information and wildlife‑viewing resources.
- Educational brochures.
- Environmental education programs for local schools and community groups.
- Administration of cooperative agriculture programs.
- Issuance of Special Use Permits.
- Reviews of projects related to energy development when they involve U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service interests.
About
The J. Clark Salyer Wetland Management District manages Waterfowl Production Areas (WPAs) and easement programs to protect and restore crucial grasslands and wetlands in north-central North Dakota. Named after John Clark Salyer II, the "Father of the National Wildlife Refuge System," the district covers approximately 8,354 square miles across six counties. Its mission is to conserve native species and provide permanent secure habitat that sustains North America's waterfowl populations through voluntary partnerships with private landowners.