Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge in Illinois State

Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge

Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge encompasses wet prairies, grasslands, and natural stream waterways.

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Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge Details

Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge encompasses wet prairies, grasslands, and natural stream waterways. The name comes from the Native American word for Tamarack, which is a native tree found in the region. Located in Wisconsin and Illinois, the refuge is very important to conservation organizations around the Greater Chicago Metropolitan area as they strive to fulfill their mission of connecting the urban populations with nature. Through education and recreation opportunities they continue working to encourage responsible land stewardship.

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