The FWS is seeking public review and comment on the proposed opening or expansion of hunting and/or fishing. The public is invited to review the draft documents, including draft plan(s), compatibility determination(s) as appropriate, and environmental compliance documentation. The draft documents are available through the Federal Register docket number: FWS–HQ–NWRS–2026–1223.
The comment period on the proposed hunting and sport fishing regulations across Service-managed lands and waters will stay open for 30-days from May 27 through June 26, 2026. Please submit your comments directly through the Federal Register.
The comment period on the Environmental Assessment for actions at this field station will stay open for 30 days from May 27 through June 27, 2026. Please submit your comments via email to [email protected] with the name of the refuge or hatchery in the subject line.
Visit Us
The refuge offers a relaxing spot to enjoy nature in a variety of ways. Fishing access is open for shore fishing or from a non-motorized craft. The parking area and shore are great spots to observe wildlife.
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Our Species
The large open marsh of the main pool provides habitat for a variety of migratory birds including wood ducks, trumpeter swans, Canada geese, great blue herons, sandhill cranes and mallards. Some of this can be viewed from the fishing area. The area around the fishing access and parking lot hosts many songbirds including yellow-rumped warblers, palm warblers, northern cardinals and downy woodpeckers. There are many bald eagle nests on the refuge and they can often be seen in the area around the fishing pond. Deer are plentiful in the area and are often seen grazing along the road into the parking lot.