Green River National Wildlife Refuge

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While this is a newly established refuge, we have numerous goals for Green River National Wildlife Refuge that include:

• Establish a second national wildlife refuge national wildlife refuge
  A national wildlife refuge is typically a contiguous area of land and water managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service  for the conservation and, where appropriate, restoration of fish, wildlife and plant resources and their habitats for the benefit of present and future generations of Americans.
  
  Learn more about national wildlife refuge fully located in Kentucky to support fish, wildlife, and habitat conservation;
• Protect and manage wetlands and bottomland forest habitat to support waterfowl, migratory birds, and threatened and endangered species;
• Provide high-quality hunting and sport fishing;
• Provide opportunities for public use and environmental education and interpretation;
• Collaborate with partners to protect and enhance biodiversity and water quality within the Ohio River and Green River watersheds, benefiting people and wildlife; and
• Ensure healthy wildlife populations for the benefit of Kentuckians and all Americans.

Creating Green River National Wildlife Refuge and meeting these goals is a long-term conservation effort that may take decades to complete. The number of willing sellers and availability of funding will determine the timeline for completing land acquisition. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will buy land from willing sellers only. If your land falls within the Conservation Partnership Area and you would like more information follow the link below.