Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge, National Wildlife Refuge in Vermont, United States
Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge is a protected area spanning four states that encompasses rivers, streams, and forest habitats along the Connecticut River. The refuge manages various natural divisions designed to protect different ecosystems and the animals that live in them.
The refuge was established in 1997 as a tribute to a longtime congressional advocate for environmental protection. Its creation reflected decades of efforts to preserve river ecosystems and wildlife habitats throughout the region.
Three visitor centers in Vermont, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts offer educational programs about the Connecticut River watershed ecosystem.
The refuge provides accessible trails at multiple locations for exploring the natural areas on foot. Visitors should prepare for varying terrain and seasonal conditions, as each division offers different landscape types.
The refuge protects multiple types of marshes that support migratory fish species traveling between river and ocean habitats. These varied wetland environments create important stopping points for fish like shad and salmon during their seasonal journeys.
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