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Why I Took These Shots
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service biologist Ashley Riedel enjoys photographing “the smaller, often unnoticed or misunderstood side of life.” In our story she reflects on a dozen of her favorite photos, including the one above.
Find a Refuge

Highlights
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Winter Scenes
Refuge Sights to Enjoy -
Learn From Nature
Fun Resources for Indoors
Plan Your Visit
Public Lands and Waters
Founded by President Theodore Roosevelt in 1903 and administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the National Wildlife Refuge System is a diverse network of lands and waters dedicated to conserving America’s rich fish and wildlife heritage.
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Wildlife Conservation
Refuges deploy a host of scientifically sound management tools to address biological challenges. Tools range from water management to wilderness character monitoring.
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Great Recreation
Refuges offer people access to a range of popular activities that depend on thriving fish and wildlife populations. These include hunting, fishing, wildlife viewing, photography and education.
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Part of Local Communities
Through partnerships, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service leads the way in developing community-driven conservation solutions that reap ecological and economic benefits for fish, wildlife and people.
Services
We offer a wealth of tools and resources for the people we serve.
Get Involved
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Volunteers
Gain new experiences and meet new people while helping to advance wildlife conservation.
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Friends
Join neighbors in helping refuges restore habitat and expand access to green space.
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Urban Communities
Find out how urban residents can work with refuges to better their communities.
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Youth
Explore paid and unpaid opportunities to develop leadership skills.
