National Wildlife Refuge Week, observed the second full week of October each year, celebrates the great network of lands and waters that conserves and protects Americans’ precious wildlife heritage. During a normal year, we would celebrate by holding The Big Sit!, leading Sunset Walks, and enjoying a special Second Sunday program.

This year we are going virtual. The Friends have created a Zoom presentation in celebration of the Refuge System, our Refuges in New Jersey and in the Lenape Complex, with photos of past Sunset Walks. Take a look at this short video which highlights the beauty of your national wildlife refuges.

Follow the Friends on Facebook. There will be a new post every day during National Wildlife Refuge Week highlighting sightings and sights here are Great Swamp NWR.

Come visit! Although the Visitor Center remains closed, the trails are open for all to enjoy from sunrise to sunset.