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Painting and drawing

At Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge

Drive-up overlooks along the river and hiking trails throughout the refuge offer opportunities for artists of all ages and abilities to capture the beauty of these scenic landscapes and the plants and wildlife that call them home. 

Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge Activities

woman reels in small fish while man watches intently
Fishing
In the foreground, 2 people with large orange backpacks hike up a steep slope of rock and lichen. In the background are big mountains with snow patches on top, a lake in a valley, and a cloudy sky.
Hiking
A woman points while a child next to her looks through binoculars
Wildlife watching
Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge
102 Walnut Street Suite 204
Winona, MN 55987-3509
(608) 779-2399
uppermississippiriver@fws.gov

Key Personnel

Sabrina Chandler, Refuge Manager: 507-204-2094

Hallie Schulz, Visitor Services Manager: 608-799-6698

Wendy Woyczik, Winona District Manager: 507-454-7351

Tim Miller, La Crosse District Manager: 608-304-5854

Kendra Pednault, McGregor District Manager: 608-326-0515 

Ed Britton, Savanna District Manager: 815-541-4598