From the The Friends of Montezuma Wildlife Refuge:
"The Montezuma Wetlands Complex (MWC) Project is an effort by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, and Ducks Unlimited, Inc. to protect, restore and enhance wildlife habitat. It encompasses approximately 36,000 acres (14,569 hectares) in Seneca, Cayuga and Wayne counties in upstate New York and includes the federal Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge, the state Northern Montezuma Wildlife Management Area, and lands owned by conservation groups, farmers, and other private landowners. Public lands and some private land are managed to provide habitat for wildlife and recreation and education for people."
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Montezuma NWR is a major stopping point for migrating birds in the spring and autumn, and one of my favorite places to visit. Located in the Finger Lakes Region of New York, it never disappoints. It's a place where one can see wildlife fairly close-up. Most of the viewing must be done within the confines of your vehicle, but one can view the wildlife quite well, despite the restriction. There are several trails that are well worthwhile. I have observed some fantastic sunrises and sunsets there. I have seen eagles, ospreys, and hawks soar, wading birds, herons catching fish, songbirds, white-tailed deer with their fawns, wildflowers, and much more.
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To learn more:
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Friends of Montezuma: http://friendsofmontezuma.org/
Gorp: http://gorp.away.com/gorp/resource/us_nwr/ny_monte.htm
Finger Lakes - Montezuma: http://www.fingerlakes.org/nature/nature_montezuma.htm
Finger Lakes - Montezuma: http://www.fingerlakes.org/nature/nature_montezuma.htm
