• Refuge is in an area locally known as the Great Manistique Swamp
• Contains unique patterned bog topography in Wilderness Area
• Extensive wetland types and deciduous and coniferous tree species
• Refuge provides habitat for northwoods wildlife including ducks, bald eagles, osprey, common loons, trumpeter swans, river otters, beavers, black bears, moose and gray wolves

Refuge Objectives

• Provide breeding and migration habitat for migratory birds
• Provide habitat for resident wildlife
• Protect endangered and threatened species
• Provide for biodiversity
• Provide public opportunities for outdoor recreation and environmental education

Seney NWR web: http://www.fws.gov/refuges/profiles/index.cfm?id=31510

See N8W Band/Ops plan

See QSL info

And look for these other fine NWR Week event stations on the air this week!

Photo Credits:
Rick Denomme - loon, eagle, swans (prints are available for purchase in the Visitor Center Bookstore)
Ron St. Germain - chipmunk - 1999 Photo Contest Winner
Lynn Murphy - monarch caterpillar - 1999 Photo Contest Winner
John Kafer - LeConte's sparrow - 1999 Photo Contest Entry
"Bo" Queen  - Refuge Manager Tracy Casselman presents award to participant in Children's Fishing Day