Green Bay National Wildlife Refuge, National Wildlife Refuge in Door County, Wisconsin.
The refuge encompasses multiple islands in Lake Michigan, including Plum, Hog, and Pilot islands between Wisconsin and Michigan peninsulas.
The federal government established this protected area in 1912 to maintain habitats for numerous species facing population decline in the region.
The Friends of Plum and Pilot Islands organization collaborates with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to preserve historic resources and wildlife.
Visitors can access Plum and Detroit Island units by private boat or kayak from Memorial Day through Labor Day during daylight hours.
The islands contain special habitats such as coastal fens and alvars where dwarf lake iris and Canada yew plants grow naturally.
Location: Door County
Inception: 1912
Website: https://fws.gov/refuge/green_bay
GPS coordinates: 45.31670,-86.95000
Latest update: March 3, 2025 08:20
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