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Trail Closures

Ninigret Refuge - the Salt Pond Unit, will be closed for our annual Youth Deer Hunt December 14- December 22, 2024.

In addition, there may be temporary trail closures at Ninigret and Trustom Pond National Wildlife Refuges for trail maintenance from October 1 through December 31, 2024. Trail maintenance will improve accessibility of our trails. During these periods of temporary trail closures, there will be alternative trails to enjoy. Please respect all trail closures for your safety and the safety of our maintenance professionals. 

Visitor Center Closures

The Kettle Pond Visitor Center will be closed on 12/25 and 1/1. The Visitor Center will close at 12:30pm on 11/27, 12/24 and 12/31. 

Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge is one of five refuges of the Rhode Island National Wildlife Refuge Complex. This refuge, the former Charlestown Naval Auxiliary Landing Facility is located in Charlestown, Rhode Island. The glacial ice sheet and former uses have shaped this refuge's diverse landscape. It is known for its migratory bird species, and its rich history.
Visitor Information

Hunting information

Information, applications and brochures for the 2024-2025 season are for review on our Hunting Activities page.

Free Public Programs:

Join Wild about Reading Programs on Wednesdays at 10am! For updates and more information, visit our Facebook Page. Wild About Reading will not be happening on 12/4, 12/11, 12/25, or 1/1. 

New Winter Visitor Center Hours

The Visitor Center is open daily, 10am-3pm. Come say hi to our volunteers, do crafts, play games, and complete the exhibit scavenger hunt!

exhibits at Kettle Pond Visitor Center
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Learn; about the habitats at RI National Wildlife Refuge by exploring the inside exhibits at the visitor center.
a group of children in a forest look and point up in the sky with awe, presumably because they're looking at a bird or other wildlife
Sense of Wonder, Not Worry
Learn about how the PUWCP inspires kids to explore and learn about the urban nature and wildlife that surrounds them.

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      Providence Youth school field trip
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      Providence youth learning how to identify a song bird that was being banded

      Providence Urban Wildlife Conservation Partnership

      Using the network of over 120 existing and accessible parks in Providence, partners in Rhode Island are coming together to build on conservation initiatives to the city. Learn more about the Providence Urban Wildlife Conservation Partnership and Urban Bird Treaty City. 

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