Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge

We host events throughout the year. Keep an eye here on the website and on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/backbaynwr for event updates.

We are very happy to offer recurring events to our visitors. Please see the Ranger-Led Programs page for details on the Blue Goose Tram Tour, Winter Waterfowl Walks, Snakes, Frogs and Turtles and event series.

A Special Use Permit is required for competitive events, per the wildlife refuge's Compatibility Determination for Competitive Events. Applications for the winter 2024 - 2025 season are currently being accepted. For priority consideration for this season's events please submit your application by August 31, 2024 to backbaynwr@fws.gov. Please use this Application for Competitive Running Races, Bicycling Races and Birding Cups at Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge.