The Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge protects a network of wetlands, grasslands, and forests to provide habitat for a variety of migratory birds, resident wildlife, and threatened and endangered species.
Now that the weather is getting warmer the wildlife are getting more active. A Downey woodpecker is spotted with its tongue out at the Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge. (Photo by Tony Everhardt)
One of the hottest events around, Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge’s Chili Cookoff, is coming to Oak Harbor on Saturday, Feb. 17, noon to 3 p.m. Guests are
Winter is an excellent time to watch for bald eagles, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. Bald eagles begin courtship and nest-building activity in January and February, making now one of the best times to view them.
It promises to be a hot time as Friends of Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge present a Chili Cookoff Saturday, Feb. 17 from 12-3 p.m. The free, family-friendly competition is open to the public.