The winter months are almost over, and with spring on the way, it is the perfect time to plan a family weekend trip to one of North Dakota's many wildlife refugees! From bighorn sheep to elk, see some of our native wildlife up close and personal! It's also a great educational opportunity for the whole family! North Dakota Legendary recommends these wildlife refugees:
National Wildlife Refuges
North Dakota has 63 wildlife refuges – more than any other state in the nation and most offer visitors services. These are just a sampling of some of North Dakota's site to enjoy nature at its finest. Find them all online at www.fws.gov/mountain-prairie/refuges/nd
Lostwood National Wildlife Refuge Rolling hills mantled in short-grass and mixed grass prairie interspersed with numerous wetlands in the highly productive prairie pothole region that produces more ducks than any other region in the lower 48 states.
Arrowwood National Wildlife Refuge Made up of lakes, marshes, prairie grasslands, wooded coulees and cultivated fields. Managed primarily to attract waterfowl during migration periods, but also contains excellent habitat for ducks, geese, grebes and shore birds, along with many other forms of wildlife.
Chase Lake National Wildlife Refuge Established as one of the country's first wildlife refuges in 1908 by executive order of President Theodore Roosevelt. An important habitat for the native American White Pelican.
Audubon National Wildlife Refuge Thousands of waterfowl, sandhill cranes and shorebirds pass through the refuge during spring and fall migration. The refuge is home to 243 bird, mammal, five reptile, four amphibian and 37 fish species.
Tewaukon National Wildlife RefugeOffers many recreational opportunities for people who love the outdoors. Activities to enjoy include hunting, fishing, bird watching and wildlife photography.
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