https://ebird.org/wi/hotspot/L511920
https://ebird.org/wi/hotspot/L2108658
Habitat: Southern Hardwood Forest, Jack Pine-Oak Barrens, Sedge Meadow, Open Wate,r and Alder/Willow Swamp.
Best birds: The road bisecting Goose Pond and the Sparge-Mather Flowage is the best spot for observing open water species such asTrumpeter Swan, Common Loon, Black Tern, and American Bittern,.
To the south is a large area of early succession barrens that harbors Red-headed Woodpecker, Lark Sparrow, and Dickcissel. In winter, Golden Eagle may be seen.
The outflow area is outstanding for migrants when cold temperatures limit food availability to water borne insects. A nighttime visit in summer should produce Common Nighthawk and Whip-poor-will.
Directions: 68 miles NE of LaCrosse. From the Necedah NWR Visitor Center travel 8.7 miles via the Bewick Trail auto tour road (44.14329, -90.19157).
Site Address and Additional Information:
Necedah National Wildlife Refuge
N11385 Headquarters Road
Necedah, WI 54646
(608)565-2551 voice
https://www.fws.gov/refuge/necedah/
Randy Hoffman
