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The introductory text should contain general information about the site, which may include for instance:
• geographic/ biogeographic location
• habitat and vegetation
• typical bird species/bird communities
• protection status
• land use and history
• importance for birdwatching

Coordinates were set by Mathias Ritschard (Admin) : 30.0655/-84.3700 (2021-04-15 19:33:29 )

Site name was set by Mathias Ritschard (Admin) as "St. Marks NWR" (2021-04-15 19:33:29 )

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  • Top species

List up to ca. 25 species that:
• have a limited distribution range and/or are rare on a global level
• are most sought-after by birdwatchers at this site
• and are relatively easy to see at this site (year-round or seasonally)

American Flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber)
Red-cockaded Woodpecker (Dryobates borealis)

Red-cockaded Woodpecker (Dryobates borealis) was added by Shelby Thomas (2022-01-07 14:57:53)

American Flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber) was added by Shelby Thomas (2022-01-07 14:57:39)

  • Timing and strategy

The best thing about this location is that it provides good birding all year long. You are guaranteed to see lots of birds no matter the time of day. It is common to spend more than 3 hours here and could even spend the entire day. There are many different trails and each have different possible species. 

Helipad Trail: This is going to be the second trail that you drive past on your way through the park. It is close to the East River Pool. This trail is going to have forest birds such as Carolina Wrens, Carolina Chickadees, warblers, Gray Catbirds, and if you're lucky, Red-cockaded Woodpeckers. Walk the trail and listen for their calls or look for movement in the pines.

Give recommendations for making your visit as productive as possible.
This may include for instance:
• best season
• best time of the day
• how much time to spend at the site
• best means of locomotion within the site
• recommended routes / areas within the site
• guiding

Edited by Shelby Thomas on 2022-01-07 15:14
The best thing about this location is that it provides good birding all year long. You are guaranteed to see lots of birds no matter the time of day. It is common to spend more than 3 hours here and could even spend the entire day.  There are many different trails and each have different possible species.  Helipad Trail: This is going to be the second trail that you drive past on your way through the park. It is close to the East River Pool. This trail is going to have forest birds such as Carolina Wrens, Carolina Chickadees, warblers, Gray Catbirds, and if you're lucky, Red-cockaded Woodpeckers. Walk the trail and listen for their calls or look for movement in the pines.
Edited by Shelby Thomas on 2022-01-07 15:09
The best thing about this location is that it provides good birding all year long. You are guaranteed to see lots of birds no matter the time of day. It is common to spend more than 3 hours here and could even spend the entire day. 
  • How to get there

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$5 fee per vehicle

Open sunrise to sunset

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• entry points
• entry permits / entry tickets and fees
• opening hours / opening season
• other restrictions

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Edited by Shelby Thomas on 2022-01-07 14:58
$5 fee per vehicle Open sunrise to sunset
  • Other attractions

Keep an eye out for alligators, snakes, raccoons, and deer. Alligators are abundant in this refuge so be cautious when walking trails. 

A popular attraction is a lighthouse in the back of the refuge. Currently, you cannot walk inside of it due to Covid, but you can walk around it. 

Fishing is popular at this location. 

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• wildlife (apart from birds)
• sights (natural, cultural, archaeological, etc.)
• activities (e.g. for non-birding companions)

Edited by Shelby Thomas on 2022-01-07 15:06
Keep an eye out for alligators, snakes, raccoons, and deer. Alligators are abundant in this refuge so be cautious when walking trails.  A popular attraction is a lighthouse in the back of the refuge. Currently, you cannot walk inside of it due to Covid, but you can walk around it.  Fishing is popular at this location. 

There is a visitors center near the entrance of the park, it has been closed for a while due to Covid. There is a kiosk in the parking lot that has maps for the area. 

Restrooms are near the back of the park near Headquarters Pond. Something to be aware of is that the water in the restrooms is untreated so it is not nice to look at. Close to the restroom facility is a picnic area.

Tower Mound Trail has a small blind that is helpful when viewing shorebirds on the pond. 

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or near this site, including:
• information centers / information points
• catering
• accommodation
• hides and watchtowers
• restrooms / toilets

Edited by Shelby Thomas on 2022-01-07 15:10
There is a visitors center near the entrance of the park, it has been closed for a while due to Covid. There is a kiosk in the parking lot that has maps for the area.  Restrooms are near the back of the park near Headquarters Pond. Something to be aware of is that the water in the restrooms is untreated so it is not nice to look at.  Close to the restroom facility is a picnic area. Tower Mound Trail has a small blind that is helpful when viewing shorebirds on the pond. 
Edited by Shelby Thomas on 2022-01-07 15:02
There is a visitors center near the entrance of the park, it has been closed for a while due to Covid. There is a kiosk in the parking lot that has maps for the area.  Restrooms are near the back of the park near Headquarters Pond. Something to be aware of is that the water in the restrooms is untreated so it is not nice to look at.  Tower Mound Trail has a small blind that is helpful when viewing shorebirds on the pond. 

Are there any security issues or other annoyances at this site? For
instance, these may include:
• offenses like robbery or theft
• natural hazards
• dangerous or annoying animals or plants (mosquitoes, leaches, thorn bushes, etc.)
• noise pollution

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