Important information
The Main Entrance to the Refuge is at the end of Still River Depot Road in Harvard, MA
Pets are not allowed. Open during daylight hours. Stay on the trails.
Welcome to the Friends of Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge
The Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge is an integral part of a nationwide network of 553 refuges maintaining approximately 100 million acres of land and water dedicated to the protection of the nation's wildlife resources. The Oxbow consists of 1667 acres of river, wetland and upland habitat and is home to a variety of birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians, including several threatened and endangered species. It is also an important stopping point for migratory birds.
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The Friends of the Oxbow N.W.R. participates in the nationwide frog surveys. These surveys rely on the ability of volunteers to be able to distinguish between the calls of the different species of frogs plus the American toad. To qualify as a member of a survey team, one has to pass a test, quite a challenge. There are specific spots in each refuge where information is gathered: which frogs are calling; many or just a few; how far away; the air temperature; the wind speed. The data is forwarded to the MA Fish & Wildlife. The first survey of the year at the Oxbow took place a few weeks ago. We're now waiting for another relatively warm evening to have the 2nd one. The Oxbow certainly looks and sounds very differently during the night.
Upcoming Programs
Sunday, May 6 at 4:00 pm - Photography at the Oxbow
Saturday, May 12 at 7:00 pm - Learn to Whistle Like a Bird
Saturday, May 19 at 7:00 am - Birding at Oxbow
For more information, see "Events and Programs."