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Smile for Ottawa!

7/26/2016

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In case you haven't heard about it yet, Amazon Smile is a great way for you to help Friends of Ottawa NWR, just by purchasing as usual on amazon.com! Give it a try- it is one of the easiest ways to help!
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Make sure it says Amazon Smile in the logo on the left hand side of your screen. We only get donations when you are shopping from smile.amazon.com.
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Pokémon Go... to Ottawa?

7/12/2016

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​You've seen it in the news- Pokémon Go. For those of us who had no idea what this newest craze was, let me explain what I know, as relayed to me by our on-top-of-things Nature Store Manager, Catherine.

Pokémon Go is an augmented reality game, meaning that the app makes Pokémon appear in the real world through your smart phone.  As you move around, more Pokémon appear.  While it creeps some of us out that there may be invisible things floating around the Visitor Center, the game is showing some signs of being well-intended, as it is convincing people to move when they would be otherwise stationary. 

There is something called a Pokéstop at the main entrance sign.  Please, please, please, DO NOT stop on Route 2 to access the Pokéstop. Please catch your Pokémon at Ohio's only National Wildlife Refuge, but please play responsibly.  Park in the circle near the brochures and walk to the sign.

Stay safe out there, folks. I'm going to try to not have nightmares of these things.


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Woodie's Roost

7/4/2016

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Have you heard of Woodie's Roost? This little traveled trail is most easily accessible from Magee Marsh Wildlife Area. Park in the Sportsmen's Migratory Bird Center parking lot and walk across the road to reach the trail head.  This is a 1.6 mile loop and takes you through a variety of habitats- from marsh to woodlands. 

For those looking for wood ducks, this is one of the best spots. The combined habitat is perfect for this unique species. Come at dawn or dusk for your best chance at seeing a wood duck.

We have been checking this spot for monarch butterflies as well.  The trail is loaded with common milkweed, providing ample food for both adults and caterpillars.                                                         

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Woodie's Roost is currently marked by bright orange blooming tiger lilies.
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    Aimee Arent,
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Friends of Ottawa NWR
14000 W. State Route 2
Oak Harbor, OH 43449 

  
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419-898-0014 x13
friendsofottawanwr@gmail.com

 EIN: 34-1904821   
Visitor Center open Wednesday-Sunday 10am-4pm.
  • HOME
  • YOUR REFUGE
    • Plan Your Visit
    • Ottawa NWR Complex
    • Refuge Challenges
    • Recent Sightings
    • Visitor Center
    • Kids Corner
    • Wildlife Drive
    • Endangered Wildlife
    • Endangered Plants
    • Research >
      • Bald Eagle Updates
      • West Sister Island Rookery
      • Blanding's Turtles
    • Gallery >
      • Most Memorable Moments
      • Photos by Friends
    • Wildlife Observation & Birding Tips
    • Timing of Bird Migration
    • Spring Birding Spots
    • Fishing and Hunting Information
    • Refuge Staff
    • EV Charging Station
    • Barn Quilt Trail
    • Know Your Signs
    • National Wildlife Refuge System
  • Who we are
    • Our Story
    • Friends History
    • Network of Friends
    • Strategic Goals
    • Financials
    • Board of Directors
    • Friends Staff
    • Community Partners
  • WHAT WE DO
    • Events >
      • Spring Migration
      • Recycle Round Up
      • Photography Contest
    • Friends Programs >
      • Land Acquisition and Restoration
      • Internship Program
      • Environmental Education Grants
      • Nature Programs
    • Friends Projects >
      • Bird Friendly Facility Project
      • Fox Nature Preserve
      • Marinewood Restoration
      • Nehls Memorial Nature Preserve
      • West Harbor Project
      • Wildlife Drive Improvements
      • Visitor Center Fishing Access
    • Recent Accomplishments
    • Carrying on a Legacy
  • HOW TO HELP
    • Donate
    • License Plate
    • Become a Member
    • Wheels for Wetlands
    • Legacy Gifts
    • Federal Duck Stamp Program
    • Volunteer >
      • Volunteer Portal
    • Corporate Sponsors
    • Conservation at Home
    • Say No to Balloon Releases
  • Shop