Coronavirus (COVID-19) Notice
Although most refuge lands and outdoor spaces have remained open for the public to enjoy, we encourage you to:

  • Check local conditions on this website and call ahead for current information
  • Follow current CDC safe practices by maintaining a safe distance between yourself and other groups
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth
  • Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze
  • Most importantly, stay home if you feel sick


Around the Refuge

2021 Winter Birding Challenge

Cool new program from the refuge's Friends group: 2021 Winter Birding Challenge. "Take some friends and head to the refuge during this one week event...to see fantastic birds and win prizes!" See details at the Friends web site: https: parkerriver.org

Latest Issue of The Wrack Line - Our Refuge Newsletter

Click the link below to read and/or download the most recent edition of The Wrack Line, our twice yearly newsletter.

Spring and Summer Wrack Line 2020

Refuge News & Publications

Want to read our latest press releases or download a refuge brochure, map, fact sheet or other publication? If so, click on the link below.

Publications Downloads Page
Free Public Programs

Free Public Programs

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Click on the link below for a listing of upcoming online programs and events.

Free Online Programs in January and February

About the NWRS

National Wildlife Refuge System

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The National Wildlife Refuge System, within the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, manages a national network of lands and waters set aside to conserve America's fish, wildlife, and plants.

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