Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge

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Celebrating Black Birders Week At Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge

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Celebrating Black Birders Week At Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge

This year the National Wildlife Refuge Association celebrated Black Birders Week at Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge in Dorchester County, Maryland. Black Birders Week, which runs from May 29 to June 4 in 2022, is an annual celebration aimed at highlighting Black nature enthusiasts and increasing the visibility of Black birders, who face unique challenges and dangers when engaging in outdoor activities.

Harriett Tubman's Father's Cabin Discovered at Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge

Harriett Tubman's Father's Cabin Discovered at Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge

Last month, the Maryland Department of Transportation’s archeological team discovered the long-lost site of Harriet Tubman’s father, Ben Ross’ cabin within the 2,961 acres of newly added forested wetlands to Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge in Maryland. This finding shows not only how important it is to preserve our refuges for wildlife, but also for the deep historical significance that lies within them.