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Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge
Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge in Georgia encompasses a 700-square-mile, 7,000-year-old swamp fabled in legend and teeming with wildlife. Walking its boardwalk or paddling its waters is an experience to be remembered for a lifetime. See why here.
Highlights
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Free Pass for All 5th Graders
Good through August 31, 2021 -
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.
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.