Wetlands, Pines and
Prairie Audubon
Sanctuary
Features:
The site is 800 acres in size and includes wetlands, waterways, tree
plantings, trails and an interpretive center. The center is staffed
by a director and tours are available to individuals and school
groups. Call for hours and availability. This site is owned by the
Agassiz Chapter of the National Audubon Society.
Best Times To Visit: May through June, August
through October.
Birds To Look For:
Many passerines, especially during migration. American Bittern;
Long-eared and Short-eared Owls; Gray Partridge; Black-billed
Cuckoo; Western Kingbird; grassland sparrows; Orchard Oriole.
Notes For Birding The Area: Stop
at the visitor center or information kiosk and sign guest book. Bird
checklist available. Trails are open to the public. Watch for moose.
Contact: WPP Audubon Sanctuary,
27453 190th St. NW, Warren, MN 56762, 218-745-5663.
www.wiktel.net/wpp
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