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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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    • Fairy Dell Boardwalk
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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
    • Summer Camps ~ 2026
    • 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!

Trails, Outdoor Restrooms and Outdoor Wildlife Complex are open from sunrise to sunset. As we prepare for upcoming renovations, the Nature Center will not have regular posted hours. The office, nature center restrooms, gift shop and indoor animals may be available for visitation so please come in if the doors are open. Call the office 631-653-4771 for updated availability.

Benches overlooking pond and spillway

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  • Whale, Dolphins, and Seals, Oh My – a 37 year journey! – Virtual
    Feb 12

    Whale, Dolphins, and Seals, Oh My – a 37 year journey! – Virtual

    6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Guided Tour with LI Sierra Club
    Feb 14

    Guided Tour with LI Sierra Club

    2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
  • Pine Barrens Family Nature Hike
    Feb 17

    Pine Barrens Family Nature Hike

    2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
    Get Tickets $5.00
  • Winter Wildlife Nature Bingo Hike – Session 1
    Feb 18

    Winter Wildlife Nature Bingo Hike – Session 1

    10:00 am - 10:45 am
    Get Tickets $10.00
  • Winter Wildlife Nature Bingo Hike – Session 2
    Feb 18

    Winter Wildlife Nature Bingo Hike – Session 2

    2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
    Get Tickets $10.00
  • Introduction to Birding for Kids
    Feb 19

    Introduction to Birding for Kids

    11:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Get Tickets $10.00
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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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Tortoise ©Kevin Feris

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Feb 6

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Did you know some birds change their plumage during the winter?❄ One example of this is the American Goldfinch! In the warmer months, males sport a stunning yellow color all over their bodies. 💛 However, in the winter, their plumage dulls down to a light brown & white, and they retain the yellow on their face and neck. We spotted a winter plumage male eating away at our feeders this morning!

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Feb 4

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Introduction to Birding for Kids! 
February 19 from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm 🦆
Winter is a great time to start birding! Join QWR Educators to learn the basics of bird identification and using binoculars in this outdoor program. Bring your own binoculars, or borrow a pair from QWR (limited  available). Participants will go home with supplies to make their very own pine cone bird feeder to attract backyard bird species.  For children 8 years old to 12 years old. $10 per child. REGISTER HERE: https://quoguewildliferefuge.org/event/introduction-to-birding-for-kids/

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Feb 4

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❄Wait… didn’t we already do this yesterday?🌼
Yep, we’re a day late, but if you’ve seen Groundhog Day, you know that just means we’re stuck in the loop!
Meet Quincy, our former resident groundhog 🐾 
He couldn’t be released due to misaligned teeth, which meant regular grinding was needed to keep him comfortable, since groundhog teeth grow nonstop!
With a little extra care, Quincy thrived with us and became our very own Groundhog Day star.

Shadow or no shadow, Quincy always stole the show 🌤️

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Feb 3

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Wildlife Sightings: Trail Camera Tales – Virtual February 4 at 5:30 pm📸
Join a QWR Educator on Zoom for an inside look at the species our trail cameras have captured. Learn about the fascinating role these cameras play in wildlife biology and conservation. From common sightings to surprises, come see what wildlife has been spotted when no one is around. This is a free program. SIGN UP: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/VHOeCyhyQ4uevQ-qiWSHTA#/registration

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Jan 25

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Thank you to everyone who came out to Light the Night last night ✨ We’re so grateful for our amazing community and a huge shout-out to Hampton Coffee Company @hamptoncoffee  for keeping us warm with delicious hot cocoa ☕❄️ The wintery trails and chilly weather gave us a glimpse into what ice harvesting at the Refuge may have felt like over a hundred years ago.  Stay cozy, safe, and enjoy the snow day today!

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Jan 19

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The Refuge trails were ✨ sparkling ✨ this morning!
Trails and outdoor restroom facilities are open daily from sunrise to sunset for the winter hike of your dreams ❄️ 
 
Seasonal friendly reminder that dogs and bicycles are not permitted. Questions about the trails? Ask away ! 👇

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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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