Refuge Home General Information on Refuge Hunting S herburne National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1965 to protect and restore the habitats associated with the St. Francis River Valley for migratory birds and other wildlife purposes. Today the Refuge encompasses over 30,600 acres of land.
Recreation is encouraged where it is compatible with the wildlife and the land.
Signs to Follow M illions of people visit national wildlife refuges every year. The impact of humanity descending upon refuges, if not regulated in part, can degrade these wildlands. Signs grant or restrict certain activities to provide optimum freedom for visitors while also protecting refuge elements from undue human abuse. This sign delineates the Refuge boundary. This area is closed to ALL hunting.