Friends of Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge

June is in hyper-drive! 🗓️ From crowning the Red-winged Blackbird to workshops & photo contests, there's tons happening. But we are short-handed for Big Paddle (June 6) & Pollinator Fest (June 20). We need volunteer hike leaders & tablers! News PDF: bit.ly/FRNWRJune2026News Sub: bit.ly/FRNWRSubscribe

Join us for a workshop on the impact of windows on migrating birds. Learn about migration, window hazards, and how homeowners can help. The session includes hands-on practice applying window film. All ages are welcome! www.fws.gov/event/making... #LightsOutforBirds

RSVP extended! Let us know "YES" ASAP for this Sat, May 30, 1 PM. At the new Nature Center, celebrate our members & volunteers! Enjoy snacks, future plans, & vote on the 2026 BirdFest Bird of the Year (member perk!). 🦅🌾 Become a member or renew today to vote! bit.ly/AnnualMeet2026 #RidgefieldNWR

Capture the magic! 📸✨ Our 20th Anniversary Photo Contest is here with 2 separate competitions: 🏆 Main Contest: Includes High School youth category. 🐣 NEW Fledgling Contest: Just for 4th-8th graders! 📅 Deadline: Aug 3, 2026. 📍 Taken at Ridgefield NWR. 🔗 Rules: bit.ly/RNWRMainPhot... #PhotoContest

Happy Mother’s Day! 🌸 From patient ducks to protective raptors, the Refuge is full of reminders of the strength mother figures provide. To those who nurture—and those missing that support today—know that you are always welcome here. You can always be a Refuge duckling or owlet! 🦅🌷 #MothersDay

Happy #WorldMigratoryBirdDay! 🦅🌍 SW WA is a vital stop on the Pacific Flyway, and today we celebrate the theme: "Every Bird Counts." Help out with community science: 🌿 Visit the Refuge (seasonal trails open, except Kiwa!) 🔭 Log sightings on eBird or iNaturalist. Learn more: www.migratorybirdday.org

Sunshine has us thinking about baseball! ☀️⚾️ The Ridgefield Raptors partnered with us for a special fundraiser. Use our link for the July 2nd game and 50% of your ticket supports the Refuge! 🦅🎟️ Get tickets here: www.gofevo.com/event/FRNWR26 #RidgefieldRaptors #RidgefieldNWR

#FunFactFriday: We’ve transformed an empty room into a fully equipped Nature Center classroom in record time! 🏛️✨ Special thanks to Amazon Wishlist donors! 👏 Join us for the Ribbon Cutting, May 3! ✂️ (Carpooling encouraged!) ridgefieldfriends.org/news/communi... 🦅🌷

Tomorrow, May 1, seasonal trails open at Ridgefield NWR! 🌿 Kiwa Trail is now on its own schedule and stays closed until late July to protect nesting Sandhill Cranes. 🦉🥚 Open tomorrow: ✅ Carty Unit (Port entrance) ✅ Walking the Auto Tour (stay on road!) 🔗 www.fws.gov/refuge/ridge... #NatureTrails

Check out our May Newsletter! 📧✨ We’re prepping the Community Nature Center for its May 3rd Ribbon Cutting—thanks to Friends supporters! Also inside: 🌸 Spring Festival 🦋 "Adapting to Change" Workshop 🦉 Volunteer RSVP 🎶 BFBG 2026 Sponsors ⚾️ Raptors Baseball 🔗 conta.cc/4t2VdOK #CommunityNatureCenter

Wrapping up Volunteer Appreciation Week! We’ve been busy setting up the new Community Nature Center, managing spring growth, & hosting the 1st field trips in the new space. Our volunteers are the reason this building is becoming a community home. We couldn't do it without you! #VolunteerAppreciation

Happy Arbor Day! 🌳 #DYK the Oregon ash is the only ash native to the PNW? 🍃 From leafy broadleafs to evergreen needles, our canopy is a vital corridor for wildlife. Habitat restoration isn't just about trees; it's about saving homes. 🏠🦅 How are you celebrating the canopy today? 🌲 #ArborDay #FunFact

Happy Earth Day, friends! 🌍✨ Today's about celebrating our precious planet, especially at Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge. Take a moment today to reflect on the beauty that surrounds us, and not forget what we are working so hard to protect. #EarthDay #NatureLovers #JoinUs #wildliferefuge

TBH, Amazon is hard to like. We prefer local, but the wishlist has been a game-changer for accessibility, allowing the community to support our new Center instantly. Huge thanks to Lilly Jarusevicious, Melissa Ramirez, Julia Warren, & Paul Hummel (in memory of Chris Vitt)! bit.ly/FRNWRAmazon

Hoppy Easter from the Friends of Ridgefield NWR! 🐇🧡 We love seeing the local wildlife so active. This pair was off-refuge, but they are a great reminder of the lively activity happening right now. Pro-tip for your next visit: patience is key to catching these quick neighbors in action! #EasterBunny

The April 2026 Newsletter is here! 📬 Check out all our plans for this spring, from workshops to a BIG milestone ribbon-cutting 🎉at the new Community Nature Center Building, and more! conta.cc/4ts9xkK PLUS - a bonus otterly interesting article about otters! 🦦 conta.cc/417DXMW #ribboncutting

Help the new Community Nature Center! We are looking for: ✅ 3 Sign Holders ✅ 1 Large Rolling Whiteboard If you're already shopping, consider supporting wildlife & families by adding one of these to your cart. Let's turn "Prime" into "Purpose!" 📦➡️🦌 bit.ly/3O8yAKm #wildliferefuge #NatureCenter

Happy #InternationalDayofForests! 🌲 While these Killdeer are busy with wetland drama, their habitat is protected by our forested watersheds.💧 Celebrating the 2026 theme "Forests and Economies" by honoring the green infrastructure that keeps our Refuge thriving! 🦅✨ #RidgefieldNWR #Nature #Wildlife

Spring is here! 🌿 Our newsletter is live with 2 FREE workshops at the Carty Unit: Writer’s Workshop (4/4) & Wildlife Adaptation (5/6). Plus, info on exclusive Member Wellness events for our $60+ supporters! ✨ Read & register here: conta.cc/4cLn6q8 #RidgefieldNWR #Nature #PNW #Workshops

This #NISAW, we want to remind folks that the Emerald Ash Borer is an imminent threat to Ridgefield NWR's Ash forests. Friends & USFWS are working to save them. Watch for look-alikes! Report: invasivespecies.wa.gov/report-a-sighting/ #NISAW #EAB

Happy #NationalWildlifeDay! A breathtaking winter sight at Ridgefield NWR? 1000s of migratory birds choosing the Refuge as their winter home — including swans, geese, ducks, & more. They need this protected landscape. Show your ♥️ for nature & give a gift in honor of someone you ❤️. bit.ly/4oyH1Ld

February may feel quiet, but beneath the surface, important work continues. Wetlands are holding water, migratory birds & conserving energy, & habitat is being protected for the nesting season. This between time is when consistent care matters. Monthly support keeps the Refuge ready. bit.ly/4oyH1Ld

Happy #LunarNewYear! 🏮 2026 is the Year of the Horse, but at Ridgefield NWR, we celebrate ALL our work horses. From summer cowboys managing cattle to engineering beavers, and mason bees, it takes a village (and a herd) to keep these wetlands thriving. (Note: Beaver clip isn't here)

Happy Presidents Day! 🦅 While our admin offices are closed, the birds are still hard at work. Come hike the Carty Unit or drive the Auto Tour today! 🚗🇺🇸 #PresidentsDay #RidgefieldNWR #BaldEagle #PNW #NatureTok #ExploreWA

Happy Valentine’s Day ❤️ Love shows up in many ways — the places we return to, landscapes we protect, & values we share. Ridgefield NWR is a sanctuary for wildlife, a space for learning, & a reminder of what stewardship means. Show your love by giving in their honor. ➡️ bit.ly/4oyH1Ld 📷 Gary Davenport

​That feeling when you realize staying in your car makes you a wildlife-viewing pro. 🏆🦢 ​#RidgefieldNWR #JonHammTrend #AutoTour #WildlifePro #PNWNature www.fws.gov/refuge/ridge...

Make the most of winter at Ridgefield NWR! ❄️ Visit early, bring binoculars, and stay in your car on the Auto Tour. Respectful viewing protects our wildlife as they gather in the wetlands! 🦢 Your gift helps this refuge thrive. Donate in honor of a loved one: bit.ly/4oyH1Ld

Best *fishes* on your birthday, USFWS! The @usfwsnews.bsky.social is a bureau within the Dept of the Interior, and is the world’s first & oldest conservation agency. Dating back to 1871 when Congress est the U.S. Fish Commission to study why the nation’s food fishes were decreasing. #wildliferefuge

Happy Superb-Owl Sunday! 🦉🏈 While the pros are playing for millions today, our local athletes are out here working for mice. Honestly, if this Northern Harrier or Short-eared Owl had a quarterback’s salary, we’d have the most well-funded habitat restoration in history! 🦅✨ #SuperbOwl #RidgefieldNWR

In winter, Ridgefield NWR becomes a refuge in the truest sense of the word. • Food when resources are scarce • Shelter from storms • Rest during migration • Wetlands support biodiversity. Show your love for nature, or honor someone who does, with a gift in their name. ➡️ bit.ly/4oyH1Ld

Winter is the prime season for raptors at Ridgefield NWR. With open fields and fewer leaves on trees, it’s easier to spot: Bald Eagles, Red-tailed Hawks, Northern Harriers, Owls — making protected habitat critical at this time. Show your love for by gifting membership. bit.ly/4oyH1Ld 📷 Jackie Follet

#TuesdayTip: Bee ready for spring! 🐝 Mason Bees are native "quiet architects" & power-pollinators for your garden. Want to learn how to host them? Our Feb newsletter is out, featuring a FREE workshop on 2/28 at the Carty Unit! Attendees receive a free bee house w/cocoons. conta.cc/4c6boWE #MasonBees

Happy #WorldWetlandsDay! 🌿 We’re celebrating the "nature sponges" that keep our ecosystem healthy. It's also #GroundhogDay, but not having groundhogs in the PNW, marmots are stepping in. 🦦 Phil says 6 more weeks of winter—let’s hope our early-season pollinators & plants are ready for the chill! ❄️🐝

Get the whole family matching for your next trip to the River S Unit! 🆕 Kids' Sizes: Youth and toddler gear is finally here! 🐥 🆕 New Headwear: Fresh beanies and caps for the winter season. ❄️ Shop the drop: frmwrgifts.printful.me/%F0%9F%9B%8D... #Birding #Wildlife #RidgefieldNWR #NatureLovers

🗓️ MARK YOUR CALENDARS: The River S Unit Auto Tour will be CLOSED next Wed, Feb 4, for road work and gravel deliveries. 🚧 (More pothole fixin!) Please plan your visit for Tuesday or Thursday instead! Thanks for helping us keep the Refuge running smoothly. 🦆🚙 #RidgefieldNWR #Alert #RiverSUnit

Is it too early to start thinking about BirdFest & Bluegrass 2026? Never! We’re kicking off the year with some big news: GS-JJ (www.gs-jj.com) is our very first sponsor of 2026! We are excited to have their support as we begin building our fave celebration. 🎶🪕 Stay tuned! #BirdFest2026

Happy #SquirrelAppreciationDay! 🐿️ These busy diggers are forest gardeners, planting new trees every time they "forget" a cache. In the PNW, Eastern Greys get a bad rap for displacing native species, but habitat loss—not just competition—is the biggest driver of the decline for our native squirrels.

📣IMPORTANT NOTICE: The Auto Tour Route will be closed for road repairs Jan 21 & 23. For safety, access is prohibited during this closure. Further repairs will be needed, stay tuned! The Carty Unit & Steigerwald Lake NWR will remain open during this time. www.fws.gov/refuge/ridge... #RoadClosure

This MLK Day, we honor a legacy of service that inspires us to care for our communities — including the natural ones. Ridgefield NWR protects thousands of acres of habitats that belong to everyone. Supporting this Refuge is an act of service to future generations. #MLKDAY #CommunityConservation

January is quiet for us, but busy for the Refuge! 🦢 • Wetlands filtering water • Oaks prepping for spring • Birds gathering in the brush • Staff monitoring habitat Your support fuels this critical winter work. 🌿 Donate: bit.ly/4oyH1Ld #RidgefieldNWR #HabitatHealth #Nature

#DYK 1000s of migratory birds choose Ridgefield NWR as their winter home? Swans, geese, and Sandhill Cranes depend on the Refuge for food, shelter, & rest during the coldest months. Your donations directly support habitat conservation year after year. 👉 bit.ly/4oyH1Ld 📷Charlie Zhang #PNWWildlife

🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT: Planning a trip to the Refuge 1/14 – 1/16 🏗️ Dewitt is moving their crane out today through Friday. Expect some short traffic holds at the entrance for everyone's safety while the equipment is in motion. Thanks for your patience! 🦅🌿 #RidgefieldNWR #NatureNextDoor #Conservation

When science meets art: Marek Stanton, student designer of OR’s bee license plate, met our own Anne Bulger 🦅🎨 After a hawk landed in her garage, she commissioned Marek to paint the moment. The result is a stunning tribute to the presence of our local wildlife! 🌿 #WildlifeArt #RidgefieldNWR

Our community of Flock Members is growing! Thank you for helping us keep Ridgefield wild, beautiful, and full of wonder. #RootsOfHope #ridgefieldnwr #NatureForAll #GrowWonder #wildwashington

Happy New Year! 🎆 2026 is officially here. To start the year off right, we have to ask: What was your first bird of the year? 🦅🦆 Whether it was a backyard sparrow or a Dusky Canada Goose at the Refuge, we want to hear about it! #FirstBird #RidgefieldNWR #Birding #NewYear2026

Happy (almost) New Year! 🦆 Our January 2026 Newsletter is here with updates on winter wildlife, donor thanks, and more. ⏳ Deadline Alert: Brick sales end TOMORROW, Dec 31! Secure yours for the new Nature Exploration Area today. Read more: conta.cc/4aEX86H #RidgefieldNWR #NatureNextDoor #BaldEagles

The Auto Tour is currently full of potholes. It'll be fixed when weather conditions are right. Stay tuned for closure news. Construction on the new pump also creates traffic. Don't stop on the entrance road, & pull to the side fully when viewing wildlife on the loop! www.fws.gov/refuge/ridge...

We’re building a place where wonder grows. Join The Flock and help us create the Community Nature Center & Exploration Area for generations to come.” Join Now → bit.ly/4oyH1Ld #RootsOfHope #ridgefieldnwr #NatureForAll

Happy Kwanzaa 2025! 🕯️ Today we celebrate Umoja (Unity). There is no better example than the thousands of geese, swans, cranes and ducks moving as one across the Ridgefield NWR skies. Wishing you a season of joy and community! 🦆✨ #Kwanzaa #Umoja #Birding #Nature #RidgefieldNWR

Happy Holidays! Today, we celebrate the comfort, connection, and joy found in nature and the community that helps us protect it. Thank you for helping us grow wonder and sustain wilderness at Ridgefield Refuge. #HappyHolidays #ConservationCommunity #RidgefieldRefuge

Merry Christmas Eve from the Carty Unit! ❄️ While geese & swans fill our skies, we’re watching for a new flight crew. #DYK reindeer were first mentioned in 1821? Rudolph joined in 1939. We think he’ll find his way through the Ridgefield mist just fine! 🦌✨ #RidgefieldNWR

#SerotoninBoost for #BatWeek! We love the adorable Flying Foxes, but our native Washington bats are just as cute! 🦇They're essential insectivores and irreplaceable parts of the ecosystem. Show our local, long-lived heroes some love this week!#BatMonth #PNWBats #TuesdayTreat

To everyone who supported Friends of RNWR this #GivingTuesday: Thank You! ❤️Because of you, we are building a future where children learn, families explore, & wildlife thrives. We are so grateful for our community. 🌿🪶(📸: Jackie Follett)#RidgefieldNWR #SandhillCranes #PNW https://bit.ly/4oyH1Ld​​

Sending a huge WELCOME BACK to the furloughed Refuge staff! That's just one item in our packed December e-newsletter. Read about our GivingTuesday, the latest wildlife sightings (cranes, deer, & more!), & snag your 2026 Calendar at 10% off! https://conta.cc/3Y4H6vc #RidgefieldNWR #RefugeStaff

This season, give a gift that lasts beyond anything wrapped in paper: the gift of connection to nature. Your year-end donation helps us build the Nature Exploration Area, inspiring curiosity, stewardship, and love for the wild. Support the Refuge: https://bit.ly/4oyH1Ld #SeasonOfGiving #Ridgefield

🎶 BA BA BA! It's #BatWeek! Bats hunt using echolocation—they call out, and the echo tells them exactly where that bug is. Our PNW bats are the best at zipping through the night finding insects. They may not be singing "Sweet Caroline," but their calls are pure genius! 🦇#SweetCaroline #PNWBats

The tradition continues! The denizens of Ridgefield NWR told us to send a little holiday shout-out to their 'Friends'! They’re wishing you all a cozy & cheerful time, soaking up the joy in life’s tiny treasures this Christmas Eve Eve, & this festive time of year! 🦝🎄✨ #ChristmasEveeve #ridgefieldnwr

Hanukkah celebrates a miracle of endurance. At the Refuge, we see miracles daily—in migratory birds and the quiet strength of the winter woods. 🕯️🦆 Thank you to our "Friends" for being a light for conservation. May your final night of Hanukkah be filled with warmth! 🕎✨ #Hanukkah #RefugeLife

As we reach the shortest day and the longest night, we celebrate the quiet magic of the Winter Solstice. 🕯️ There’s a special stillness at the Refuge — you can listen closely to the birds welcoming the sun on its journey back to us. Wishing you all a day of warmth, peace, and light. #WinterSolstice

🔊 Sound on! Sandhill Cranes are sensitive to rising water. They love shallow mud for probing for food but seek deep water at night for safety. 🦢🕯️ As the Refuge gets wetter, many head north to the fields in Woodland. Catch them while you can! ✨ #SandhillCranes #RidgefieldNWR #Nature

The Refuge connects people to nature and to each other. Your monthly support keeps those connections alive. Become a Monthly Donor → bit.ly/4oyH1Ld #RootsOfHope

Happy National Wildlife Refuge Staff Appreciation Day! The Friends of RNWR gave USFWS staff a warm lunch to thank them for managing the entire Refuge Complex (Ridgefield, Steigerwald, Franz Lake, & Pierce NWRs). Thank you, Conservation Heroes! 👏 #RefugeStaffAppreciation #USFWS #RidgefieldNWR

FINAL HOURS! ⏳ Order your 2026 Refuge Calendar by tomorrow (Weds) to get 10% OFF AND guarantee delivery before Christmas! Don't miss this last chance to secure the perfect gift and support the Refuge. 🔗https://bit.ly/3MgxBqk #CalendarSale #RidgefieldNWR

We won! 🎉 The Friends of Ridgefield NWR (BirdFest & Bluegrass) are deeply honored to receive the 2025 Main Street Star Award - Supporter of the Year! from Ridgefield Main Street. This award belongs to our community—thank you to every volunteer & visitor. Your support is everything! #RidgefieldWA

Every month, your gift helps bring wildlife home. From native plants to nesting cranes, your generosity keeps the Refuge alive. Join The Flock → bit.ly/4oyH1Ld #RootsOfHope #ridgefieldnwr #NatureForAll #GrowWonder

Looking Pretty! The new Community Nature Center is still on track to open in 2026, the outside of the building is almost completely done, and the inside is shaping up! Next up, the Nature Exploration Area, the Environmental Education classroom, and more! ridgefieldfriends.org/community-na...

Most items need to be ordered by December 11 to receive them with regular shipping! frmwrgifts.printful.me Photo Calendars can be ordered by Dec 17 to receive them by Dec 24! bit.ly/3MgxBqk #dancingqueen #sandhillcranesofinstagram #GiftIdeas2025 #pnwwildlife #ridgefieldnwr

Your gift today builds a future where children learn, families explore, and wildlife thrives. Donate Now →https://ridgefieldfriends.org/volunteer-support/join-the-friends/ #givingtuesday #WildlifeRefuge #RidgefieldNWR #naturelover #natureforall

Today is Giving Tuesday, a day dedicated to giving back to the places we love. Your gift plants the seeds for the Community Nature Center & Nature Explore, helping future generations discover the magic of the Refuge. Let’s make today unforgettable. 🌱 Give Now: ridgefieldfriends.org/volunteer-su...

It’s Giving Tuesday! Today we’re coming together to grow the Refuge’s future — the Community Nature Center & Nature Exploration Area. Designate your gift. Together, we can nurture a place where wonder truly takes root. Give Now →https://ridgefieldfriends.org/volunteer-support/join-the-friends/

As November fades, a new season unfolds at the Refuge. Winter brings quiet beauty, misty mornings, resting flocks of migratory birds, & the peaceful rhythm of the wetlands at rest. Stay tuned for December updates, membership opportunities & ways to celebrate the Refuge all year. Like #GivingTuesday!

Support the Refuge in style! 🌿Our merch store now has with hoodies, leggings, and totes. Whether you want the funny "Bird Butts" design or the elegant "Dancing Queen," your purchase supports our conservation mission. Shop now: https://frmwrgifts.printful.me/ #RidgefieldNWR #Conservation #ShopSmall

Dec 2, community comes together to build a place where children explore, families connect, & future stewards discover a love for nature. Help deepen how people experience the Refuge. With your support, wonder can take root. Make an Early Gift: ridgefieldfriends.org/volunteer-su... #GivingTuesday

On Native American Heritage Day, we honor the Indigenous stewards of these lands. We thank the Chinook, Cowlitz, Grand Ronde, and all river peoples for their enduring leadership and partnership in protecting this place since time immemorial.🎥 Gary Grossman #NativeAmericanHeritageDay #RidgefieldNWR

We’re grateful for our members, volunteers, & community who make this Refuge thrive. Every donation, hour volunteered & visit helps protect where people & wildlife live in harmony. As you gather, take a moment to breathe in the crisp air & give thanks for the nature we share. #ThankfulForNature

I like bird butts and I cannot lie. 🦆 We finally made the merch to match the sentiment! Check out our new hoodies, leggings, and mugs. Funny gear that supports serious conservation work. Shop here: https://frmwrgifts.printful.me/ #BirdSky #RidgefieldNWR #Birding

One week until Giving Tuesday! Every $ brings us closer to building the Nature Exploration Area — where wonder meets stewardship. You can designate your gift to GivingTuesday or other programs. Give Early →https://ridgefieldfriends.org/volunteer-support/join-the-friends/

Good news! Our gorgeous 2026 Photo Contest Calendar is on sale! Get 10% OFF the calendar today and help us support the Refuge's mission. Every month is a beautiful reminder of the wildlife we protect! 🦉🦆 https://ridgefieldfriends.org/news/frnwr_merch/ #RidgefieldNWR #HolidaySale #WildlifeCalendar

Caught some nosy neighbors on the Ridgefield NWR Auto Tour! 🦦Otter mating season starts soon (Dec-April), but here's the cool part: They use delayed implantation to hold off on giving birth until next spring when conditions are right. Nature is brilliant! #RidgefieldNWR #RiverOtters #WildlifeFact

Happy National Hiking Day! 🦆🌧️It’s drizzling at Ridgefield NWR, and we are loving it. PNW rain = quieter trails and prime wildlife viewing! If you want to spot migrating waterfowl, today is the day. https://www.fws.gov/refuge/ridgefield #NationalHikingDay #RidgefieldNWR #Birding #PNWHiking

It's World Kindness Day! 💖 Show kindness to your wild neighbors with these 6 easy garden tips. Which act will you try first? #WorldKindnessDay #BeKindToNature #GardenHacks #WildlifeKindness #HabitatHeroes #GardenTok

The Friends of Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge extend our sincere gratitude to all veterans. Your commitment to service is deeply appreciated. From protecting our nation to becoming vital stewards of our land and wildlife, thank you for protecting the places we call home. #VeteransDay

Stop scrolling! Your 2026 calendar just got an upgrade. 🤩12 months of winning Refuge photos, fun facts, and moon phases! 🦉Get or give, today: https://www.createphotocalendars.com/Store/2026+Ridgefield+Refuge+Photo+Contest+Calendar-6859881762 🏃‍♀️#RefugeCalendar #Wildlife #Photography #PNW

This November, we honor our local indigenous partners on whose ancestral lands the Refuge stands. We stand in solidarity with all local tribes (recognized/unrecognized) to support their vital work: preservation, recognition, and habitat. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth

A story in four steps: Watch our new Community Nature Center grow, see the blank space where nature will bloom, see the stunning concept vision, and zoom in on the exact spot your engraved brick will be permanently installed! 🧱🌳 ➡️Leave your mark: https://ridgefieldfriends.org/news/buy-a-brick/

👻 Happy Halloween! Final day of #BatWeek! Say farewell to our insect-eating heroes. 🦇 The November Newsletter is out! It features huge BirdFest thanks, Brick Project updates, and info on the 2026 Calendar—perfect for gifts! https://conta.cc/4qyjpZg #RidgefieldNWR

🦇 #FunFactFriday: Bat Power! Our PNW bats can live 20-30 years by hibernating! 🤯We celebrate #BatWeek now because they are just starting their long winter's nap. Respect these incredible, long-lived insectivores!

Happy Fall! The tiny fly swarm is here, but it's never just one bug! 😅 It's fruit flies, fungus gnats, or drain flies—and the fruit/drain flies are invasive in Washington! Set those vinegar/soap traps. #PNWFungusGnatSeason #FlyLife #FallVibes #InvasiveSpecies

Our BirdFest Art Winners Are AMAZING! Stop scrolling & check out the spectacular winning artwork inspired by the Ridgefield Refuge! Huge congrats to our powerhouse winners: Emmaus Brownfield, Jaxon Landman, & Daisy Selin, who crushed it in all 3 categories! Which is your favorite? #BirdFest2025