Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge located in the rural towns of Alabama and Shelby mid-way between Rochester and Buffalo, NY has been described as one of the best kept secrets of Western New York. Teeming with wildlife and wild lands the refuge offers opportunities for the public to experience nature in all seasons. The refuge is one of over 500 national wildlife refuges in the United States. The National Wildlife Refuge System is the only network of federal lands dedicated specifically to wildlife conservation.
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Free Nature Programs (4.02 MB pdf file) |
First egg, 04/04/2009 |
NewsSpring Hours (30 KB pdf file) Make a Difference in the YCC--Youth Conservation Corps (summer employment for teens) (29 KB pdf file) Application deadline has been extended to May 14, 2009. YCC Application Click on this link then print, complete and return application to the the refuge office.
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CCP - Comprehensive Conservation PlanWhat is it?This plan will chart the course of the refuge for the next 15 years.
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Public Input for Erie NWR Comprehensive Conservation PlanAs of 2007 Erie NWR was complexed with Iroquois NWR. Administration of both refuges is under one manager. |
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Normal office hours are 7:30 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday year-round except holidays. Weekends 9:00 am - 5:00 pm spring and fall. Call 585-948-5445 for dates.
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