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Alert! Flooding
Flooding on the Minnesota River has impacted some trails and roads leading to the refuge. Please see the most up to date information here:
Flooding
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Rapids Lake EVC now open weekends!
The Rapids Lake Education and Visitor Center is now open on weekends! Hours: Tuesday - Sunday 10 am - 3 pm
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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Journal
See the latest activities, events and conservation work from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
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Small Wetlands Program
Since its creation more than 50 years ago, this program protects nearly 3 million acres of land as Waterfowl Production Areas.
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Federal Duck Stamp
Funds from the sale of Federal Duck Stamps permanently protect habitat on the district.
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About the NWRS
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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Page Photo Credits – All photos courtesy of USFWS unless otherwise noted.
Last Updated: May 31, 2019