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October 19th, 2012

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October 17th, 2012

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October 16th, 2012

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October 15th, 2012

Announcements: Celebrate Your National Wildlife Refuges
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City News: Water Board Meeting Briefs
October 12th, 2012

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October 11th, 2012

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October 10th, 2012

Conservation: Do You Really Want a Nuke Plant in Levy County?
October 10th, 2012

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October 9th, 2012

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October 8th, 2012

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Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge Open House Set for Feb 2

Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge Open House Set for Feb 2

Submitted by Pam Darty, Refuge Ranger

Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge invites you to an open-house on Seahorse Key Saturday, February 2 from 1-4:30. Enhance your winter visit by getting outdoors into the spectacular Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge. Bring your camera, walk along the beach, and enjoy the touch tanks and exhibits provided by University of Florida`s Marine Research Lab.

The interior of Seahorse Key is normally closed to public entry, as are all posted refuge islands, so that birds and other wildlife are not disturbed. Annually, a three hundred foot buffer is closed to all public access from March through June to provide more security for the rookery while mature birds nest and rear their young. This will be the last time to visit until July.

The lighthouse on Seahorse Key, atop the 54-foot tall dune, offers great perspective for wildlife photography. You`ll see white pelicans, cormorants, common and snowy egrets flying. Eagles and osprey also visit throughout the day from their nearby nests.

Catch a tour boat from the city docks, rent a vessel, or take your own to Seahorse Key for educational day with Dr. Jennifer Seavey. Enjoy the out of doors at the Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge, where wildlife comes first.

The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, of which the National Wildlife Refuge System is a part, is the principal federal agency responsible for conserving, protecting and enhancing fish, wildlife and plants and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people and their families. For more information call the Refuge: (352)493-0238.

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