The RNWR offers a beautiful natural environment for exploring and bird watching, community events, and volunteer opportunities in habitat restoration programs.
See current open hours, updates, location details and more on the official Ridgefield Refuge Website
Highlights below, view all available news here.
Our 2025 Year-End Impact Report is here! This is just a small snapshot of some of the things we did in 2025 thanks to your incredible support.
Join us for our very first Member Wellness event! Friends members who have joined us at the $60 level and above are invited to explore Plas Newydd Farm with hosts Abby Braithwaite and David Morgan, Friday, March 13, at 10 AM. Sign up today!
Find the Refuge Photo Contest Winners in these stunning collections! We have Puzzles, mugs, tote bags, photo cards, and clothing! Funds support Habitat Restoration, Environmental Education, and other Refuge programs and events.
A letter from the Friends of Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge Board President, Jim Maul
Weekly Bird sightings list, Bird Sightings for the year, and Species List
View the Current Refuge Sightings »