Paul Kroegel Refuge Manager of the Year

Celebrate 30 Years of Refuge Heroes: Nominate for the 2024 Wildlife Refuge Awards!

Celebrate 30 Years of Refuge Heroes: Nominate for the 2024 Wildlife Refuge Awards!

It's a momentous year for the National Wildlife Refuge Association and our nation's wildlife wonders! As we mark the 30th anniversary of the Wildlife Refuge Awards this year, we proudly announce the opening of nominations for 2024. These prestigious awards honor the extraordinary individuals who dedicate their lives to protecting and conserving the National Wildlife Refuge System.

Announcing Our 2023 Wildlife Refuge Awards: Honoring Awardees For Outstanding Conservation Achievements

Announcing Our 2023 Wildlife Refuge Awards: Honoring Awardees For Outstanding Conservation Achievements

Within the heart of America’s national wildlife refuges lies a commitment to nature and conservation that is essential for the well-being of our communities. We are proud to announce the recipients of the 2023 Wildlife Refuge Awards, recognizing the exceptional contributions made to the National Wildlife Refuge System.

Nominations Now Open For The 2023 Wildlife Refuge Awards

Nominations Now Open For The 2023 Wildlife Refuge Awards

It's that time of year again! Every year, the National Wildlife Refuge Association honors the exceptional contributions made by the dedicated individuals who support our national wildlife refuges. We are proud to announce the 2023 Wildlife Refuge Awards, recognizing the outstanding achievements of refuge managers, employees, volunteers, Friends groups, and advocates.

2022 Wildlife Refuge Awards— A Sneak Peek Of What's In Store!

2022 Wildlife Refuge Awards— A Sneak Peek Of What's In Store!

We hope you will join us for our 2022 Wildlife Refuge Awards hosted in Washington D.C. and live-streamed on September 14th, 2022 starting at 7 pm ET. Check out a preview of the evening by watching the video!

Voices for Nature; Advocates for National Wildlife Refuges

Voices for Nature; Advocates for National Wildlife Refuges

Some of the most outstanding advocates of the National Wildlife Refuge System’s protected public lands will be honored for their contributions on September 14 in Washington, DC. The 2022 Wildlife Refuge Awards dinner will take place at 7 p.m. at the Mayflower Hotel. Media is welcome to attend and cover the program and the ceremony will be livestreamed for all to attend across the country.

Henderson man, 'face of wildlife refuge in Kentucky,' earns national honor

Henderson man, 'face of wildlife refuge in Kentucky,' earns national honor

From among the country’s more than 560 national wildlife refuges, the manager of the new Green River National Wildlife Refuge in Henderson County, Kentucky has been honored as the National Wildlife Refuge Association’s Paul Kroegel- Refuge Manager of the Year.

Announcing Our 2022 Wildlife Refuge Awards: Honoring Five Awardees for Conservation Accomplishments

Announcing Our 2022 Wildlife Refuge Awards: Honoring Five Awardees for Conservation Accomplishments

Within the hustle and bustle of everyday life lies a world of nature and conservation that is vital to the vibrancy of its surrounding communities. Although many of us have not yet experienced the peace and serenity of a national wildlife refuge, we are all fortunate that there are those who dedicate their lives to the preservation of these wild and unique places.