Features
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Summer brings Special Events to the Cathlapotle Plankhouse
The 2nd Sunday series continues with Contemporary Masks inspired by the Native Cultures of the Columbia River on July 10 at 1pm! When renowned Native American artist Lillian Pitt challenged her friend Bill Rutherford explore his Native American heritage, neither knew what would emerge. The artists will talk about the inspiration derived from local Native cultures and why they use masks to express themselves.
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Schooling Sagebrush Stewards
Earlier this year, the USFWS and the Sage Grouse Initiative hosted a Free Sagebrush Ecosystem Webinar. This training for educators and shared tools with which to reach out to the next generation of sagebrush stewards. Now you can access the taped webinar and other resources about Greater Sage-Grouse.
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Celebrating 100 Years of Migratory Bird Conservation
This year we mark the centennial of the Convention between the United States and Great Britain (for Canada) for the Protection of Migratory Birds - also called the Migratory Bird Treaty - that was signed on Aug. 16, 1916. This treaty and three others that followed, form the cornerstones of our efforts to conserve birds that migrate across international borders.
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Conservation Connect LIVE
Check out Conservation Connect LIVE, a new web-based video series that aims to connect youth with the great outdoors and conservation careers. Broadcasts take place on the 3rd Wednesday of every month. March's presentation will focus on mussels and American eels.
For more information and to check out other episodes, resources, and lesson plans, visit
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Cathlapotle Plankhouse Celebrates 10 Years
This year, Ridgefield NWR’s Cathlapotle Plankhouse is celebrating its 10th anniversary as a tangible link to the first people of the Columbia River who lived here in the past and a unique site for the interpretation of the natural and cultural heritage preserved on the Refuge.
Upcoming events
Celebrating the Manu O Ku
Did you know that the Manu O Ku (White Tern) is the official bird of the City and County of Honolulu? Join the FWS and our Partners at Iolani Palace on May 14th to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and the beautiful Manu O Ku. Bring a picnic lunch and listen to music my Jon Osorio, Duncan Kamakan and Jamaica Osorio and celebrate in the dance with Kumu Hula James Dela Cruz
Learn More atupcoming volunteer opportunities
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Ricefield Bulrush Removal Work Parties - Ridgefield NWR
July through September 2016! Come spend some time outside at the scenic Ridgefield NWR and help us eradicate an invasive wetland plant- ricefield bulrush. Ricefield bulrush came to the Refuge accidentally in 1999 in a seed mix that was intended to restore and improve wildlife habitat. It degrades habitat for native wildlife and we have been managing it since 2002. With your help we can meet our eradication goals!
Information about the activityFriends of Ridgefield NWR
Faces of nature blog
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Intern Adventures Part XII
From catching catfish to tracking endangered Bull trout, AmeriCorps intern, Michaela Lowe, shares her experience working with the Fish and Wildlife Service in our Lacey, Washington Office. Read all aboaut her adventures and the educational opportunities available through our internship programs.
Read all about her experience - Fish & Wildlife News Refuge Update Eddies IQ - Invasives Quarterly
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