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  • A new nature playscape at the refuge

    Jazmyn Bernard, USFWS|Jun 2, 2022

    Did you know that getting kids outside for as little as 20 minutes a day can help reduce their stress as much as 28%? At Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge, we know that nature is good for all of us. We're excited to share that you have a new place to get outside and get creative with your kids. And it's totally free! Take a moment to learn about the new nature playscape at The Refuge Gateway near Trenton, Michigan. What exactly is a nature playscape? A nature playscape is a play area...

  • The Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge is Open Seven Days a Week!

    Jazmyn Bernard|Apr 7, 2022

    The time has finally come! Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge’s grounds are now open seven days a week during daylight hours! Though the John D. Dingell Jr. Visitor Center remains closed; the grounds around the building are open for self-guided visitation. What does this mean for our visitors? It means you can now enjoy hiking, fishing, biking, wildlife observation, photography, and more at your local refuge any day of the week from sun up to sundown. Come early in the morning and experience nature waking up as the birds began to s...

  • Meet your new park rangers! Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge!

    Jazmyn Bernard, USFWS|Mar 3, 2022

    Hello, my name is Jazmyn Bernard, the new environmental education park ranger at the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge! I am a passionate anime lover, traveling enthusiast, and strategic planner/organizer. I graduated from Louisiana State University (LSU) in Baton Rouge, Louisiana where I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Natural Resources Ecology and Management. Despite four years of heavy course loads, I led a research project on Barred Owls (Strix varia) and Great Horned Owls...

  • What are the Winter Blues and how to Make Them Melt Away

    Jazmyn Bernard, Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge|Jan 20, 2022

    Snow is falling, the nights are getting longer, and stores are playing holiday music; these are all signs that winter has begun. For many, the fresh snow, sweets, and holiday cheer can bring a lot of joy and happiness during this time, but for some, the winter season can cause their mood to drop. How could a specific season put someone in a poor mood? After many years of research, scientists have found that some people suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). According to the Mayo...