Connecting People With Nature
Supporting the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge through conservation, education, community, and hands-on experiences.
The Friends of the Bear River Refuge is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting, appreciating, and conserving the wildlife, birds, and habitats of the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge.
Become a Friend
Explore the Refuge
Discover Bear River
A Place to Explore. A Place to Learn. A Place to Connect.
The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge is one of Utah’s special places. Whether you’re watching thousands of birds across the wetlands, exploring the Auto Tour, bringing your students for a field trip, or attending one of our community events, there’s always something new to discover.
🐦 Wildlife
Discover birds and other wildlife that depend on the Refuge’s wetlands and surrounding habitats.
🌿 Nature
Explore wetlands, trails, observation areas, and the 12-mile Auto Tour.
🎓 Education
Give students and families hands-on opportunities to learn about wildlife, wetlands, migration, and conservation.
🤝 Community
Join us for events, volunteer opportunities, programs, and activities that bring our community together.
What’s Happening at the Refuge?
Upcoming Events
Creature Crawl
September 26, 2026 • 4:00–8:00 PM
Kick off the Halloween season at the Refuge with an evening of nature, wildlife, activities, and fun for the whole family.
2026 Amateur Photo Contest
Capture the beauty of Bear River! Friends of the Bear River Refuge invites photographers of all ages to enter our 2026 Amateur Photo Contest. Show us your favorite moments of wildlife, landscapes, and life at the Refuge.
Entries are due September 18, 2026. One photo may be submitted in each category.
Education
Where Learning Comes to Life
The Refuge is a living classroom.
Friends of the Bear River Refuge supports educational opportunities that connect students, families, teachers, and community members with wildlife and the natural world.
From school field trips and hands-on education programs to Junior Rangers and family activities, there’s a way for everyone to learn.
Make a Difference
The Friends Make the Refuge Stronger
Since 1998, Friends of the Bear River Refuge has worked alongside the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service to support the Refuge and its mission.
Your membership, volunteer time, and donations help support education, special events, visitor experiences, conservation projects, and programs that connect people with the Refuge.
Your support helps make these experiences possible.
Become a Member
Volunteer
Donate
Visit the Refuge
Your Next Adventure Is Waiting
Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge
📍 2155 W. Forest Street
Brigham City, Utah 84302
The Refuge offers a 12-mile Auto Tour, wildlife viewing opportunities, trails, interpretive areas, and a Visitor Center. There is no entrance fee to visit the Refuge.
Visitor Center
Tuesday–Saturday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
435-723-5887
Visitor Information →
Avocet Corner Bookstore
Take a Little Bit of Bear River Home With You
Located inside the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge Visitor Center , the Avocet Corner Nature Store offers field guides, nature books, children’s books, Refuge merchandise, gifts, and more.
And the best part?
Bookstore purchases help support the Refuge.
Proceeds from the bookstore go back to support Refuge projects, events, and educational programs.
Stay Connected
Follow Along With Friends of Bear River
There is always something happening at the Refuge.
Get updates about:
🐦 Wildlife & bird sightings
🌿 Refuge news
🎓 Education programs
🎉 Community events
📸 Photography
🤝 Volunteer opportunities
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Help Us Protect What We Love
Become a Friend of Bear River
The Refuge belongs to all of us.
When you become a member of Friends of the Bear River Refuge, you’re helping support a place where wildlife thrives, children learn, families connect, and people discover the wonder of nature.