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Slade National Wildlife Refuge carefully schedules grazing, farming and prescribed burning while controlling water levels to provide a pairie and wetland mosaic that supports migratory birds and other wildlife.
The refuge was was carved from Missouri Coteau glacial outwash and includes more than 900 acres of wetlands.
Situated near Dawson, the refuge provides valuable habitat for nesting and migrating waterfowl. The Fish and Wildlife Service has reseeded the soils of the refuge to create tall, dense nesting cover for waterfowl.
The refuge hosts some of the most beautiful and productive marshes in the prairie pothole region.
Among the migratory birds visiting the refuge are several prairie sparrow species and shorebirds.
Several dominant raptors, including feruginous, Swainson's, rough-legged and red-tailed hawks, prairie falcons and kestrels, nest on or use the refuge during migration.
Occasionally, peregrine falcons and bald eagles are seen.
Visitors can view wildlife from the refuge itself or from nearby roads. Deer hunting and wildlife observation are permitted. Biking is permitted only on roads.
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