Best Wildlife Refuge New Haven Near Me

4worldlovers:
"Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains un-awakened." -Anatole France

Our mission is to serve the community in the most effective manner. With safe humane treatments, members of this shelter are animal lovers who care for all creatures with love. This animal shelter has over sixty dog kennels, and thirty cat compartments. It is one of the largest municipal shelters in the State of Connecticut attracting over three thousand visitors annually. Yearly, there are over 900 intakes of dogs and cats, and approximately 1,000 investigations of animal related calls and concerns.

Through its partnership with the City of New Haven Humane Commission, The Friends of the New Haven Animal Shelter, Inc., and The North Shore Animal League, sponsors several off-site adoption events throughout the year (in addition to year-round adoptions at the shelter).

4worldlovers: Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge protects some of the last remaining undeveloped coastal habitats in Connecticut. These places are crucially important to wildlife, especially at-risk species that need space to feed, rest, establish a home and raise their young. We balance the needs of wildlife with those of people, encouraging many recreational opportunities that visitors can do on their own, as well as ranger-led programming.

Birds, mammals, sea creatures, colorful trees, rare plants, historic buildings and cultural features - all of these interesting things are found at the refuge. Many refuge units have nature trails, wildlife observation platforms and other visitor facilities.

See our LOCATIONS section to find out how to get to us.

Visitors to the refuge should dress appropriately for the weather and wear sturdy walking shoes. Long pants can help defend against ticks, which are found at some refuge units. Areas with marsh and wetlands have mosquitoes in summer – so insect repellent is advisable.

Visitors must remain on established trails, at viewing platforms and in other areas open to the public. Going off trail into forest, marsh or other habitats is prohibited.

Ranger and volunteer-led tours and programs are available, especially in summer and early fall, to enhance the visitor experience.

4worldlovers: A portable restroom is available at the corner of the parking lot.