Trempealeau National Wildlife Refuge

North American Prairie Conference Field Trip Information Summary  Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Trempealeau National Wildlife Refuge
Brief description of site and highlights of site (habitat, flora, fauna):	Trempealeau National Wildlife Refuge has an variety of habitats that the tour group will enjoy getting to see. From the observation deck folks will be able to enjoy a lush wetland view with many diverse aquatic plants and wildlife. Adjacent to the observation deck is a wonderful 1 mile woodland trail and the prairie tour will cover a portion of the refuge where intense prairie restoration and management efforts are on-going.
Walking distance, rigor, potential hazards:	Round trip walking distance from bus: 1.5 miles or more Rigor of field trip:  moderate Potential hazards at site: biting flies, hot temps in August, poison ivy.
Area of site (approximate acreage):	6222 acres
Duration of field trip:	All day
Access for charter bus loading/unloading/parking:	Yes
Availability of drinking water, rest rooms, shade:	Visitor lobby with restrooms and AC, shade, etc.
General location (direction/distance from nearest town):	Trempealeau  National Wildlife Refuge NW of Trempealeau, Wisconsin
Distance from Winona, MN:	Approximately 10 miles
Potential leader(s)/guide(s):	Vickie Hirschboeck, Jennifer Lilla, Tom O'brien