The Ottawa National Wildlife has set the following events for January:

Jan. 9: Nature Tots: Bald Eagles, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Do you have a little one who loves nature, likes to do crafts, and enjoys listening to stories about plants and animals? Children ages 3 to 5 accompanied by an adult are invited to the free monthly “Nature Tots” program, presented in partnership with the Black Swamp Bird Observatory. 

Children will learn about bald eagles, do an eagle craft and listen to a story. If weather permits, the Nature Tots will head outside for a short walk. Registration is required - space is limited. To register, please Laura at 419-898-0014.

 Jan. 10: Naturally Speaking: "Incredible India," 2 p.m. Jack and Janet Volker, co-presidents of the Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge Association, will discuss their experiences birding, exploring the beautiful scenery and meeting the people of India. The presentation is part of the monthly "Naturally Speaking" seminar series, and is cosponsored by the Black Swamp Bird Observatory.  Programs are free and open to the public.  

Auto Tour - Jan. 16 (weather permitting), 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Drive through seven miles of the refuge that are normally closed to the public. Travel at your own pace along a well-marked route, following a self-guided tour brochure found at the route entrance. At the Visitor Center, too, explore hands-on exhibits and watch a short film about the natural and cultural history of the Lake Erie marsh ecosystem and the Great Black Swamp.

For more information about these or other Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge programs, visit http://www.fws.gov/midwest/ottawa or call 419-898-0014.

The Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge entrance is located 15 miles east of Toledo or 16 miles west of Port Clinton on SR 2. The entrance road is located on the north side of SR 2.  

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