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Quogue Wildlife Refuge

Quogue Wildlife Refuge

Trail Update:

You may encounter periodic trail closures due to the impact of the Southern Pine Beetle at the Refuge.

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    • Sam the Bald Eagle
  • About
    • The Refuge
    • Board of Directors
    • Meet the Staff
    • QWR History
    • Jobs, Internships, & Volunteer Opportunities
  • Plan Your Visit
    • Hours & Directions
    • Nature Center & Trails
    • Our Resident Animals
    • Butterfly Garden & Greenhouse
    • Fairy Dell Boardwalk
  • Events
    • Event Calendar
    • Weddings & Private Events
    • Thank You for a Wild Night!
  • Education
    • Educational Programs
    • Green Birthdays & Private Experiences
    • Go Native for Wildlife
    • QWR Nature Videos
  • Support our Work
    • Investing in the Future
    • Annual Appeal
    • Memberships & Donations
    • Memorial & Honorary Donations
    • Planned Giving
    • Adopt an Animal
    • Bricks, Benches & Bee Hives
    • Our Wish List Registry
  • QWR News
  • Resources
    • Wildlife Resources
    • Photo/Facility Use
    • Sam the Bald Eagle
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Welcome to Quogue Wildlife Refuge

The Quogue Wildlife Refuge is a 305 acre non-profit nature preserve that was founded in 1934 and is home to diverse wildlife. Free of charge and open 365 days a year from sunrise to sunset, you can enjoy walking seven miles of trails to explore diverse habitats including forests and ponds, as well as the ecologically rare Dwarf Pines in the Pine Barrens.

The Outdoor Wildlife Complex houses permanently injured wildlife that require human care to survive including owls, falcons, hawks, and other native New York animals.

The Charles Banks Belt Nature Center offers spectacular views of Old Ice Pond as well as a variety of wildlife exhibits, live animals, a nature library, and gift shop.

Dogs, Bicycles, and Picnicking are not permitted at the preserve. Come by and visit!

The Nature Center building is open on Saturdays & Sundays, Tuesdays & Thursdays from 11:00 AM until 4:00 PM. Hours are subject to change.

Benches overlooking pond and spillway

Upcoming Events

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  • Annual Bird Seed Sale Fundraiser
    Nov 15
    9:00 am - 1:00 pm

    Annual Bird Seed Sale Fundraiser

  • Guided Hike to the Dwarf Pines Dwarf Pines Hike
    Nov 16
    9:30 am - 11:30 am

    Guided Hike to the Dwarf Pines

    Get Tickets $5.00 – $10.00 2 tickets left
  • Earth Yoga with Amy Hess 11/19
    Nov 19
    9:00 am - 10:00 am

    Earth Yoga with Amy Hess 11/19

    Get Tickets $20.00
  • All about Bats! Lecture
    Nov 19
    5:15 pm - 6:00 pm

    All about Bats! Lecture

    Get Tickets $5.00 – $10.00
  • Light the Night Winter Trail Walk & Outdoor Holiday Market
    Nov 22
    5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

    Light the Night Winter Trail Walk & Outdoor Holiday Market

    Get Tickets $10.00 – $15.00
  • Earth Yoga with Amy Hess 11/26
    Nov 26
    9:00 am - 10:00 am

    Earth Yoga with Amy Hess 11/26

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Our Resident Animals

Our resident wild animals are permanently injured and require human care to survive. These animals have become educational ambassadors, teaching people how can they can help protect wildlife.

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Nov 8

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Join a QWR Educator for a guided hike to the ecologically rare dwarf pines ecosystem on Sunday, November 16th from 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM! Learn about the pine barrens, native flora and fauna, and more on this 3-mile hike on relatively flat terrain. Please apply any insect repellent and sunscreen prior to arrival, and wear sun protective clothing. Space limited. $10 per person, $5 for current QWR members. Sign up on our website, QuogueWIldlifeRefuge.org!

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Nov 5

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⭐🌟✨ Light the Night Winter Trail Walk & Outdoor Holiday Market ✨🌟⭐ on 11/22 from 5:30pm to 7pm

Join us for a magical evening walk to celebrate the upcoming winter season! Enjoy a peaceful, self-guided walk through the gently lit forest trails, where twinkling lights and nature’s stillness create a serene winter atmosphere. 

Shop from local artisans and vendors for holiday gifts while warming up with a complimentary hot cocoa thanks to @hamptoncoffee (bring your own reusable mug to help us go green).

 Along the way, discover history demonstrations to learn about the ice harvesting history of the Refuge. A program for adults and families. Bundle up, bring your sense of wonder, and join us for this enchanting celebration of light, nature, and winter magic. $15 per person, $10 for kids 12 and under. Please purchase tickets on our website.

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Oct 31

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🎃 Happy Halloween from your friends at QWR! 👻
Once the spooky fun is over, your pumpkins can still do some good — they make a great seasonal snack for wildlife! Deer, squirrels, and birds all enjoy them, and they’ll naturally break down to enrich the soil.

Please avoid painting or artificially preserving pumpkins, as they can be harmful to animals and the environment. Have a happy and safe Halloween! 🦉🕸️🧡

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Oct 26

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🍂Join us between 12:00PM-1:30PM  TODAY to Walk Through Time at the Enchanted Forest! 🦖Take a whimsical and educational walk through our forest trail as you learn about dinosaurs, fossils, and other exciting topics along the way. Costumes are encouraged for all ages! This event is stroller friendly. $15 per person! WALK-INS WELCOME!🦕

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Oct 24

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🌿Join us THIS WEEKEND to Walk Through Time at the Enchanted Forest! 🦖Take a whimsical and educational walk through our forest trail as you learn about dinosaurs, fossils, and other exciting topics along the way. Costumes are encouraged for all ages! This event is stroller friendly. $15 per person! Please pre-purchase tickets on our website for an arrival time: https://quoguewildliferefuge.org/events/

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Oct 23

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DEADLINE APPROACHING 10/27! Stock up for winter and support local wildlife! Purchase your bird seed through our Annual Bird Seed Sale Fundraiser and help support Quogue Wildlife Refuge & Eastern Long Island Audubon Society.  Order here: https://quoguewildliferefuge.org/annual-seed-sale-fundraiser/
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Contact

3 Old Country Road
P.O. Box 492
Quogue, NY 11959
631-653-4771
info@quoguewildliferefuge.org

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The Refuge trails and Outdoor Wildlife Complex are open every day from sunrise to sunset free of charge. Dogs and bicycles are not permitted on the Refuge grounds.

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