The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) manages nearly 95 million acres of land and water consisting of 538 national wildlife refuges, 38 wetland management districts, and 65 national fish hatcheries. Recreational opportunities are plentiful, especially in the National Wildlife Refuge System. Primary activities include hunting, fishing, hiking and nature trails, wildlife viewing, and environmental education and interpretation. Camping is rarely available on FWS lands but is usually available in the immediate area. Most FWS areas have a visitor center where you'll find information about the area and the activities available.

A color brochure, National Wildlife Refuges: A Visitor's Guide, identifies refuge locations across the United States. It also includes a chart that shows the activities available in each area. You can pick up a copy at most refuge locations and at all regional offices. You can also download a copy in Adobe Reader format (see attachment).