Autumn Approaches

Warblers and shorebirds are again using our refuge as a stop on their seasonal migration. It's also a great time to see wildflowers.
 

Our annual Wildlife Festival is happening September 30 from 10am to 2pm.  Exhibits and activites for all ages and food triucks as well.  Normally closed refuge roads will also be open during that time - a rare treat!  Please consider volunteering a few hours ahead and after those hours for setup and cleanup.

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Aboout mid-October we'll see the return of large numbers of Sandhill Cranes as they migrate South. Check back here then or on our Facebook page for more detailed information.

 

Refuge HQ is open standard hours: Monday through Thursday from 8 am to 4 pm.   The Eagle's Nest Nature Store is open Thursdays and Saturdays from 10-2.

 

Members receive semi-annual newsletters in their mail.  New! You can now view the Summer 2023 PDF version.
 

See Upcoming events for a schedule of on-site information.

 

For event updates, please consult the following resources:

• Refuge website: fws.gov/refuge/Sherburne/

• This website on the Upcoming Events page

• Friends Facebook page: facebook.com/sherburnerefugefans

• Friends’ Prairie Insider e-newsletter: To subscribe, enter email address as requested at bottom of this page

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