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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Notice

Although most refuge lands and outdoor spaces have remained open for the public to enjoy, we ask that you recreate responsibly.

Check alerts and local conditions on this website and call ahead for current information. Operations vary based on local public health conditions.
Consistent with CDC recommendations, all visitors (age 2 and older), who are fully vaccinated are required to wear a mask inside of federal buildings in areas of substantial or high community transmission.. All visitors who are not fully vaccinated must continue to wear masks indoors and in crowded outdoor spaces.
Most importantly, stay home if you feel sick and continue to watch for symptoms of COVID-19 and follow CDC guidance on how to protect yourself and others.

Around the Refuge

Visitor Activities

There are visitor activities year-round at Aroostook National Wildlife Refuge including wildlife viewing, cross-country skiing, canoeing and kayaking, environmental education and photography. Visit our Visitor Activities page to learn more.

Visitor Activities

Public Events

There are events for the whole family year-round at Aroostook National Wildlife Refuge. Check out our calendar for a list of upcoming events

Upcoming Events

Get Involved

Volunteers are important to the work we do at Aroostook National Wildlife Refuge. Volunteer opportunities include leading tours and providing educational activities for school groups, staffing the nature store, conducting wildlife surveys and removing invasive species. Learn more on our Get Involved page.

Get Involved

Know Before You Go

Aroostook National Wildlife Refuge is open year-round from one half hour before sunrise to one half hour after sunset, seven days a week. Parts of the refuge are designated as a wildlife sanctuary and are closed to the public. Check out our Plan Your Visit page to learn more.

Plan Your Visit

Wildlife and Habitat

There are a variety of wildlife viewing opportunities throughout the year at Aroostook National Wildlife Refuge. Learn more on our Wildlife & Habitat page.

Wildlife & Habitat

About the Complex

Moosehorn Complex

Aroostook National Wildlife Refuge is managed as part of the Moosehorn Complex.

National Wildlife Refuge System

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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