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Rhode Island National Wildlife Refuge Complex Rhode Island National Wild!ife Refuae Comvly ul1f�i1i�i�mt1U�m'1D1l1�tm11rnr A14421 363733 Discover Rhode Waterfowldrift in the sea mist by TrustomPond, a 160-acre coastal salt Island's Refuges the rocky shoreline. The harmonic pond, is the centerpiece of Trustom calls of songbirds echo froma field Pond National Wildlife Refuge. It is of native grasses. Pond water ripples the only pond near Rhode Island's as a snapping turtle surfaces near coast that does not have a developed a red maple swamp. Dotted along shoreline. The entire refugeis 787 acres and is the second largest of the This goose, designed by the state's Atlantic coastline,Rhode J.N. "Ding" Darling, has Island's five refuges offera wide fiverefuges. Its gently rolling terrain become the symbol of the variety of natural settings that appeal slopes gradually to the Atlantic National Wildlife Refuge Ocean, and the types of habitats System. to both the people who visit and the wildlife that live there. foundthere include beaches, red maple swamp, grass fields,forests, AllNational Wildlife Refuges were and tall shrublands. established for the conservation of wild things, and Rhode Island's five Wintering The diversity of vegetationon the refugeswere established specifically Waterfowland refugeand the lack of development formigratory birds. Over 400 species Other Wildlife around the pond provide an of songbirds, shorebirds, waterfowl, undisturbed home foralmost 300 and raptors use the refuges to rest species of birds. TrustomPond and feed during spring and fall National Wildlife Refuge is well­ migrations. Year-round resident known in southern New England as a birds, as well as seasonal visitors premiere spot to view waterfowl that such as the federally-threatened migrate in the spring and fall, as well piping plover, nest in the shelter asthose that remain forthe winter. of the refuges. Hooded and red-breasted mergansers, common goldeneye, and ruddy ducks Birds are not the only attraction of are just a sample of the 31 species Rhode Island's refuges. Uplands, of waterfowl that visit the pond. The lowlands, and coastal environments refugeis also a popular place to find provide a home formany species shorebirds and grassland birds, and it of animals and offer any outdoor is a haven for many amphibianspecies. enthusiast a richness of plant life to explore. These protected Navigating the Two main trails lead visitors through lands are critical as increasing Trails the varied landscape and provide development enroaches on local, ampleopportunities for encountering natural spaces. Although wildlifeprotection is a principle focus, the refuges also exist to provide visitors with a place to learn about nature firsthand. Come explore visitor center exhibits. Speak with dedicated staffand volunteers. Walk the quiet trails, and experience the diversity that is the heartof Rhode Island's refuges. (right) TrustomPond C Sari Ecklund Did You Knaw? The refuge was established by the generous gift of Ann Kenyon Morse. In 1974, she donated 365 acres, including TrustomPond. Need Directions? From U.S. Route 1 North, take the Trustom Pond National Wildlife Refuge exit (right) to Moonstone Beach Road. Follow 1 mile South to Matunuck Schoolhouse Road and turn right. Follow 0.7 mile to the refuge entrance on the left. From TrustomPond U.S. Route 1 South, make a u-turn NWRContact the refuge's wildlife. Both trails across the median and proceed North Station beginat the refugeparking lot near to the Moonstone Beach Road exit. the visitor contact station. A stop at the contact station offersvisitors a Harkquin ducks chance to gain valuable information, such as recently-sighted species and upcoming activities, from dedicated volunteers. The trail system is approximately3 miles and leads to Otter and Osprey Points at opposite ends of Trustom Pond. Both points have viewing platformsthat offer a superb opportunity for wildlife observation and photography. River otter Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refugeis the place to see colorful harlequin ducks, which are named after the clowns that some people say they resemble. In fact,the refuge is home to the second largest wintering population of harlequins on the Atlantic coast. These can be seen along the refuge'srocky shoreline between November and March of salt marshlands and steep rocky shorelines around the perimeter. Most visitors enjoy year-round bird­ watching, and elevated observation platforms along the trails provide unobstructed viewsof the refuge. A stop at the newly-renovated visitor center is an ideal way to begin or end a trail walk. Volunteers, staff, and creative exhibits are available to visitorsand provideanother perspective of Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge. Did You Know? Sachuest Point was once an island separated from the mainland by a salt marsh. Snowyowl each year. By scanning the coastline, Need Directions? From U.S. Route 1, take Route visitorsalso can spot loons, eiders, 138 exitEast across Newport and gannets. More than 200 bird Bridge to Miantonomi Avenue. species visit the refugeseasonall y, Travel East 0.6 mile to Green End and other occasional migrating I Avenue. Without turning, follow travelers include the peregrine falcon, .J ' that road 1.2 miles East to Paradise northern harrier, as well as snowy /'---- ; Avenue. Turn right onto Paradise and short-eared owls. �ewjiortffi; Avenue (sign on right). Continue '!�Lr-'1v-i straight until the road forks and then From Military During World War II, the area that is V \ '1 bear left. At the stop sign take a left Defense now Sachuest Point National Wildlife on Sachuest Point Road. Sachuest to Wildlife Refuge was used by the U.S. military, Point NWR is at the end of the road. Protection firstas a riflerange and later as a communications center. By 1970, the Rocky coastline process of establishing a refugehad begun with a 72-acre donation of marshlands by the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. However, it was not until 1984 that a final exchange of land between the Town of Middletown and the refugeoccurred, establishing the current 242-acre refuge. From Shrub to Walking the nearly 3 miles of trails Shore around Sachuest Point offers visitors the opportunity to experience several habitats, or environments where animals and plantsare usually found. The refuge includes 40 acres marshes. Returning these wetlands to their pre-runway state is part of an extensive restoration process, and when it is complete, both visitors and wildlife will enjoy a mosaic of shrubland and wetlands. The refuge currently is dominated by coastal forests, and it has a 3-mile shoreline that borders Ninigret Pond, the largest salt pond in southern Rhode Island. Touring the Over four miles of walking trails Terrain lead visitors around the refuge, and portions of most of those trails providea viewof Ninigret Pond. More than 250 bird species visit seasonally, and 70 species nest on the property, making bird-watching and Five acres planted 1998 wildlife photography popular refuge activities. Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge has a past that has not yet been Trails Through Time is a recent completely disguised. As visitors addition to the refuge that allows often realize fromthe remnants of visitors to learn about the history asphalt runways, the area that is of the area. While hiking along now a refuge was once an airfield.It these trails, panels highlight glacial was called the Charlestown Naval history, past agricultural practices, Auxiliary Landing Field, and it early Indian society, uses of Ninigret was established during World War Pond, and the change fromairfield II to allow pilots-in-training to to refuge. simulate aircraft carrier landings. The process of restoring the former Did YouKnow? airfieldbegan in 1970 when 28 acres The refuge and the pond it borders were transferred fromthe U.S. are named for Chief Ninigret, the Navy to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife leader of southern Rhode Island's Service. Since that time, the refuge Niantic nation in the 17th century. has expanded to 872 acres, and the process of converting the old airfield Need Directions? There are two access points to into wildlife habitat is ongoing. the refuge. For the West entrance, take U.S. Route 1 North or South Learning the Hidden beneath the asphalt, and exitat the Ninigret National Layout biologists have foundevidence of Wildlife Refuge sign. For the East wetland sites, which are transition entrance, take U.S. Route 1 North zones between dry lands and and followsigns to Ninigret Park. waterways. Wetlands are commonly Upon entering Ninigret Park, follow referred to as swamps, bogs, or signs for refuge parking. on the Atlantic Coast. Hundreds of small ponds and fruit-bearing shrubs provide essential water and food for more than 250 species of birds who come to rest there. Secondly, Block Island's internationalfame is that it is home to 15 rare or endangered species. For these reasons Block Island was named a "Last Great Place" by The Nature Conservancy. Finding the Way As with all National Wildlife Refuges, Northlight Block Island the refugeon Block Island maintains wildlife conservation as its first Block Island NationalWildlife Refuge priority. However, refugebeaches are is unique in several ways. Unlike open for walking,bird-watching, and Rhode Island's other four refuges,it is on the northern parcel, visitors can not located on the mainland but rather enjoy surf fishing. 12 miles offthe state's southern shore on Block Island. Totaling129 acres, Further visitor opportunities are the refugeis distinctive because it being developed, and the Refuge works closely with other conservation Manager can provide more organizationsin an effortto protect informationon the status of the land. Most importantly, the refugeis public use plan. Visitors seeking exceptional because of its locationon an out-of-the-way adventure will an internationallyrecognized island. be delighted by the impressive landscape, the diversity of wildlife, A Last Great Block Island has achieved and the knowledge that they Place international conservation are experiencing an exceptional significancefor at least two important environment when they visit Block reasons.
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