Big Lake NWR - General Brochure

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Big Lake NWR - General Brochure

Contains brief information about the establishment, history, wildlife, and recreational activities on the refuge.

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Brochure
Refuge Map
Facility
Setting sun over Big Lake
Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge
The refuge was established in August of 1915 by Executive Order of President Woodrow Wilson to serve as an inviolate sanctuary, reserve, and breeding ground for native and migratory birds. It is one of the nation’s oldest refuges and is 11,038 acres in size.
National Wildlife Refuge
Manila,AR
Program
A bright blue sky obstructed by fluffy white clouds reflected off of a stream shot from inside a kayak
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service manages an unparalleled network of public lands and waters called the National Wildlife Refuge System. With more than 570 refuges spanning the country, this system protects iconic species and provides some of the best wildlife viewing opportunities on Earth.
Program
Washington,DC
Subject tags
Wildlife
Wildlife management
Wildlife refuges
Wildlife viewing
Recreation
Fishing
Hunting
History
FWS and DOI Region(s)
Southeast