Fed by snowmelt from the Warner Mountains, the Pit River creates a 7,000 acre oasis for wildlife in the high desert of northeastern California -- Modoc National Wildlife Refuge.
Migratory Bird Day Art Contest

Modoc National Wildlife Refuge is hosting a World Migratory Bird Day Event on October 10, 2026. This exciting outdoor education event celebrates wetlands and migratory birds.

Attention 4th, 5th, and 6th Grade Students, Teachers, & Parents: We are looking for students to submit bird art that could be used for our Modoc NWR World Migratory Bird Day Event flyer!

The Art Contest Submissions must be brought to the Modoc NWR Visitor Center. 

Entries will be shown at the Sportsman’s Outdoor Expo on June 27th at Veteran’s Park. Members of the public will vote on which one they like the most. The art entry with the most votes will be used on our event flyer. All entries will be displayed at our Visitor Center during the Oct. 10th event.

Contest Guidelines:

  • Size and Color: Entries must be on 8.5” x 11” paper and fully colored. 
  • Content: Designs must include imagery of a female Wilson’s Phalarope in breeding plumage.
  • Signature: Artists must sign their work. They should also write their grade on the back. 
  • If you have any questions about the contest or Wilson' s Phalaropes please contact the wildlife biologist at [email protected]. 

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Kids and families walk along wetlands trail of Modoc NWR.
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Take advantage of the recreational opportunities provided by the National Wildlife Refuge System. Come visit us at the Modoc NWR!

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      What We Do

      The Modoc NWR protects water for wildlife, enhances habitat, and engages the public in wetland conservation.

      Our Organization

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      The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service manages an unparalleled network of public lands and waters called the National Wildlife Refuge System. With more than 570 refuges spanning the country, this system protects iconic species and provides some of the best wildlife viewing opportunities on Earth.
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      Our Species

      At the Modoc NWR, you can find a variety of wildlife including the Sandhill Crane, Snow Goose, Tundra Swan, Otter, and more!

      Our Library

      Explore documents related to refuge habitat, recreational opportunities, surveys and more.

      Modoc NWR Westside Hunt Regulations and Map
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      Modoc NWR Westside Hunt Regulations and Map

      This document includes the Modoc NWR westside hunt regulations as well as a map of the westside hunting area. 

      The ADA hunt blinds on the westside hunt map are numbered south to north, with the southernmost blind as #1 and the northernmost blind as #3.

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      Grandma Tract Hunt Regulations and Map
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      Grandma Tract Hunt Regulations and Map

      This document includes hunting regulations and a hunt unit map for the Grandma Tract at Modoc NWR.

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      Modoc NWR's ADA Hunt Blind Locations Map
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      Modoc NWR's ADA Hunt Blind Locations Map

      This is a map that shows Modoc NWR's ADA hunt blind locations. There are 3 ADA hunt blinds available. 

      The blinds are numbered south to north, with the southernmost blind as #1 and the northernmost blind as #3. 

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      Get Involved

      FWS staff works with students to plant a tree at Modoc NWR.
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      Modoc NWR has many opportunities for volunteers and partners in wildlife, habitat and visitor use projects. 

      Projects and Research

      Learn more about research and projects at Modoc NWR.