Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge

6975 Mower Road, Saginaw MI 48601

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

August 26th, 2019

Contact: Lionel D. Grant, 989-759-1669, shiawassee@fws.gov

The Wildlife Drive returns to regular daily opening schedule following progress on Maankiki Marsh
restoration project

The much beloved Wildlife Drive returns to its daily opening schedule starting at sunrise Tuesday, August 27th.
The Drive previously opened July 15th using a limited schedule mainly open during weekends. Now, visitors
can enjoy the 6.5 miles of pure wildlife based enjoyment daily. The Wildlife Drive traditionally services a few
thousand visitors a month. The open hours of sunrise until one hour before sunset makes for an enjoyable visit.
Unlike, other attractions you can experience the Drive from the comfort of your own vehicle.

There is no fee to visit the Drive. And the Drive can accommodate vehicles up to the size of coach buses.
Visitors love the chance to see wildlife from a first-hand view. Upon your visit you might see wildlife such as
the Sandhill Cranes, Great Blue Herons, Great Egrets, Muskrats, White-tailed Deer and American White
Pelicans. While driving through the core you will see our moist soil managed units. The progress in the
Maankiki Marsh will also be visible, as barrier islands along the north and east portions of the marsh can be
seen.

Access to America’s public lands increases your quality of life and we want to continue servicing your needs.

Scheduled Closure: Sept. 14th and 15th

The Wildlife Drive, Ferguson Bayou and Woodland Trail are scheduled to be closed Saturday, September 14th
and Sunday, September 15th for the Youth Deer Hunt. This closure is for the safety of our visitors. Hiking
trails will be available at Green Point Environmental Learning Center (3010 Maple Street, Saginaw) and
neighboring Germania Trails (City Trials). These trails are no hunting zones and are available for your
enjoyment. Germania Trails (City Trails) are mostly paved making them very accessible for visitors. The Drive
and other trails will reopen Monday September 16th at sunrise.

If you have any questions about this restoration project, please feel free to contact refuge staff at 989-759-1669
or Shiawassee@fws.gov.
Learn more about the wildlife drive project and other recreational opportunities at Shiawassee National Wildlife
Refuge.

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their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people. We are both a leader and trusted partner in fish and wildlife
conservation, known for our scientific excellence, stewardship of lands and natural resources, dedicated professionals and
commitment to public service. For more information on our work and the people who make it happen, visit http://www.fws/gov.

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