Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge

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Crops of wheat growing on the top of a flood-carved mesa are a green contrast to the surrounding drier landscape.

Geologists couldn't account for the strange landforms of eastern Washington State. Then a high school teacher dared to question the scientific dogma of his day.

Story

Mar 8, 2017

History and Culture

A beaver chews on a stick while sitting in a pond

Leave it to Beaver: Partners Collaborate on Beaver Dam Analog Project

Learn how mimicking one of nature's best engineers can help restore a damaged watershed.

Story

Mar 9, 2023

Our Partners

Drawing of a brown duck with a green patch above its eye sitting in greenish water.

Washington Junior Duck Stamp Program

Do you love conservation and want to know how to help? Consider participating in the annual Junior Duck Stamp competition!

Story

Nov 22, 2023

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Turnbull NWR Establishment Press Release

Press release dated August 6, 1937 announcing the establishment of the Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge.

INFORMATION FOR THE PRESS

United States Department of Agriculture

Release - ImmediateWashington, D.C., August 6, 1937.

TURNBULL SLOUGH, WASH., TO BE RESTORED FOR USE...

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Aug 6, 1937

Turnbull NWR Comprehensive Conservation Plan

Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge Comprehensive Conservation Plan (CCP) is a 15-year planning document that contains goals, objectives and strategies for managing all aspects of the Refuge.

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Turnbull NWR Habitat Management Plan

Turnbull NWR Habitat Management Plan is a step down plan from the Comprehensive Conservation Plan that provides more detailed strategies for meeting habitat goals and objectives.

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