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Refuge Closures for Deer Hunting

Please be advised that a youth deer hunt is scheduled for Saturday, November 22nd. Because of this, the Visitor Center building is the only area at Ottawa that will be open on Saturday, November 22nd. All main unit hiking trails and the Wildlife Drive will be closed.

There will also be deer hunting the week of December 1st to December 6th. The Visitor Center building will be open, but all the areas beyond will be closed. Satellite properties remain open for hiking during this time.

Established in 1961, Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge protects a network of wetlands, grasslands and forests to provide habitat for a variety of migratory birds, resident wildlife and threatened and endangered species. This network of land covers more than 8,000 acres and when combined with the other refuges in the complex, protects more than 10,000 acres. It has been recognized with global significance for its value to wildlife.

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National wildlife refuges offer us all a chance to unplug from the stresses of daily life and reconnect with our natural surroundings. Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge is a great place to connect with nature, whether it’s the woods that draw you or the open marshes. If you are looking for birds or mammals you are sure to find them here.

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      Our Species

      The refuge is an excellent place to find birds and other wildlife. There are many rare birds sighted here every year. The habitat available on the refuge provides for a variety of many types of wildlife.