Arrowwood National Wildlife Refuge, National wildlife refuge near Pingree, North Dakota.
Arrowwood National Wildlife Refuge is a protected area stretching along the James River in North Dakota that combines wetlands, forests, and grasslands. The landscape covers thousands of acres and brings together different habitats that support a wide range of plants and animals.
The refuge was established in 1935 as part of a broader effort to protect wildlife across North America. It forms a connected network of conservation areas that stretches from the Canadian border down to the Gulf of Mexico.
The place takes its name from arrows that Native Americans crafted from trees in this area. This heritage remains woven into how people understand and value the landscape today.
A hiking trail starting from the visitor center takes you through the refuge, giving access to its different habitats. It is best to plan your visit outside nesting season, as some areas may be closed during that time.
Within the mostly flat grasslands of the region, unusual oak and hackberry forests grow. These forests form a rare woodland pattern that shapes the character of the place and protects a diversity of other habitats.
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