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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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  • 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
    • Enchanted Forest Trail
    • Event Calendar
    • Weddings & Private Events
    • 18th Annual Wild Night for Wildlife
  • Education
    • Educational Programs
    • Summer Camps ~ 2027
    • Box Turtle Conservation Project
    • Green Birthdays & Private Experiences
    • Go Native for Wildlife
    • QWR Nature Videos
  • Support our Work
    • Ways to Give
    • Investing in the Future
    • Annual Appeal
    • Donate
    • Memberships
    • Memorial & Honorary Donations
    • Planned Giving
    • Adopt an Animal
    • Bricks & Benches
    • Our Wish List Registry
    • Annual Seed Sale Fundraiser
  • QWR News
  • Resources
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    • Photo/Facility Use
    • 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
    • Enchanted Forest Trail
    • Event Calendar
    • Weddings & Private Events
    • 18th Annual Wild Night for Wildlife
  • Education
    • Educational Programs
    • Summer Camps ~ 2027
    • Box Turtle Conservation Project
    • Green Birthdays & Private Experiences
    • Go Native for Wildlife
    • QWR Nature Videos
  • Support our Work
    • Ways to Give
    • Investing in the Future
    • Annual Appeal
    • Donate
    • Memberships
    • Memorial & Honorary Donations
    • Planned Giving
    • Adopt an Animal
    • Bricks & Benches
    • Our Wish List Registry
    • Annual Seed Sale Fundraiser
  • 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.

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

Trails, Outdoor Restrooms and Outdoor Wildlife Complex are open from sunrise to sunset.Β The Nature Center is currently closed as we prepare for upcoming renovations and expansion. Learn more here. Call the office 631-653-4771 with any questions.

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Upcoming Events

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  • Celebrate the Long Pond Greenbelt!
    Oct 10

    Celebrate the Long Pond Greenbelt!

    10:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Autumn Nature Journaling Workshop
    Oct 11

    Autumn Nature Journaling Workshop

    10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Fall Foliage Paddle Tour on Old Ice Pond foliage paddle kayaks
    Oct 14

    Fall Foliage Paddle Tour on Old Ice Pond

    4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Fall Foliage Paddle Tour on Old Ice Pond foliage paddle kayaks
    Oct 15

    Fall Foliage Paddle Tour on Old Ice Pond

    4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Fall Foliage Pine Barrens Hike
    Oct 17

    Fall Foliage Pine Barrens Hike

    10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Safari on the Enchanted Forest Trail 10/24
    Oct 24

    Safari on the Enchanted Forest Trail 10/24

    11:30 am - 1:00 pm
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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.

Meet the animals Β»
Tortoise Β©Kevin Feris

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Oct 8

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Come join us for a Safari on the Enchanted Forest Trail! πŸπŸ‚πŸŽƒFollow your guide to meet whimsical, fun, and educational characters along the way
πŸŽƒEnjoy games, crafts, and activities before or after this family friendly walk on Oct 24th & Oct 25th
πŸŽƒRecommended for children ages 2 to 10 years old with an adult.
πŸŽƒAll are welcome to wear costumes!
πŸŽƒGet your tickets on our website to reserve your date & arrival time between 11:30am and 1:00pm.
πŸŽƒ$15 per person.
πŸŽƒBring your own reusable mug or water bottle for a free sticker!

Special thanks to our amazing local businesses that are sponsoring this year's event! @drsm_photography @hamptonsbornhamptonsbred
@hamptoncoffee @longislandstatueshop
@maryspizzapastany @rootedhospitalitygroup and Hamptons Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry ~ Carol Ann Payton !
Give them some love when you visit the area! 

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Oct 8

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Na Na Na Na Na Na Na BAT MONTH, BAT MONTH! Happy October, also known as Bat Month! This month we pay tribute to our only true flying mammalian cousins, bats! Bats have been on earth for over 65 million years, first appearing in Europe and eventually expanding their range to every continent, save Antarctica. Along the way they have garnered some unbelievable adaptations,  including aerodynamic bodies, long fingered hands become wings and echolocation to mentally map their environment through sound. While often maligned by the uninformed, bats are an integral part of our global ecosystem, helping to control insect populations and pollinate over 500 species of plants, many of which are economically important to humanity. Come celebrate this battiest of months tonight at QWR’s Bats at Dusk guided hike to learn more about these amazing creatures!

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Oct 7

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Autumn Nature Journaling Workshop - Sunday, October 11th, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM πŸ‚This watercolor nature journaling program on the Refuge trails encourages participants to slow down, observe nature, and record their experiences through simple watercolor techniques and light sketching. Led by Jennifer Lucas of Beach Oak Designs, the workshop blends art, observation, and mindfulness along with information on flora and fauna from a QWR Educator. Participants will leave with a small notebook, a completed nature journaling page, a handout and the skills to continue their practice independently. No prior art experience is required, all materials provided. This is a program for adults and teens 14+. $25 per person. SIGN UP HERE: https://quoguewildliferefuge.org/event/autumn-nature-journaling-workshop/

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Oct 6

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Bats at Dusk – Guided Hike πŸ¦‡Thursday, October 8th, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM! Join us for a fascinating evening sunset hike all about bats. Discover the incredible anatomy and physical adaptations that make bats such important animals to our ecosystem. On this 1.5 mile hike, we’ll look for Long Island’s species of bats, visit bat houses on the trails, and discuss the challenges bats are currently facing and what you can do to help protect them. $10 per person, $5 for QWR 2026 members. SIGN UP: https://quoguewildliferefuge.org/event/bats-at-dusk-guided-hike/

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Oct 4

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What a Hoot! πŸ¦‰πŸ»
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for Hoots & Hops fundraiser last night! 
We’re so grateful to all of our attendees, generous raffle donors, local breweries, and event partners who helped make the evening such a success!

Guests enjoyed tastings from @longislandfarmbrewery , @northforkbrewingco , @ubergeekbrewing_riverhead , @morichesfield , and @moonfishbrewery  while meeting our live owls and other birds of prey. πŸ¦‰

@landandseasmokehouse  kept everyone well-fed with delicious food while East End Old Time Jam provided the music and kept the evening going! 🎢

And one of the highlights of the raffle was a live painting by @meghantaylor_art , featuring our very own Eastern Screech Owl, Ollie, as the focal point! πŸŽ¨πŸ¦‰

Thank you for helping us make Hoots & Hops such a fun and memorable night at the Refuge! We're already excited for next year's eventπŸ’š

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Sep 30

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Looking for weekend plans? Join us this Saturday, from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM for a fun and feathered outdoor evening at the Refuge! Guests will enjoy beer tastings with local breweries while mingling with live owls and birds of prey. Then settle in for an engaging slideshow presentation by one of our educators, diving into the fascinating world of owls. Land & Sea Smokehouse will provide light bites to pair with your tastings. The first 50 registrants receive a complimentary tasting glass. $75 per person. BUY TICKETS AT QUOGUEWILDLIFEREFUGE.ORG! 
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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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