Some things of interest at the Observation Tower

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Atop the highest point at the refuge is an observation tower for locating where the wildlife might be grazing. The tower provides a wonderful view of the majority of the refuge. Even as late in the season as it was when we visited, several other visitors arrived at the tower while we were there.

Beside this two-story tower is a sandstone information booth with a plaque attached to one side. Here visitors are informed about the history of this refuge -- how it is dedicated to the first white child known to have been born in the area.

A glass case under the information booth displayed information about the refuge, but most of it seemed to be outdated and imcomplete. Though I was impressed with the refuge itself, I can't say much for the information provided to the public by the Parks Department.

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