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Seney National Wildlife Refuge, Michigan

Seney NWR, Seney, Michigan: The dense carpets of ferns in deep woods stand as silent testimony to the restorative powers of the earth. The area that is now Seney Refuge was once nearly stripped of its pine forests, then the land was burned so severely that the humus (the rich layer of fertile top soil) was practically destroyed. After that, it was drained and sold for agriculture, which failed. Finally, it reverted to the state for taxes. The state recommended it be developed as a refuge and, in 1935, restoration work began. Now, the refuge hosts a tremendous variety of wildlife, including more than 200 species of birds. Minks, weasels, porcupines, bobcats, and occasionally wolves are found here. Scientists from Russia and China come here to observe refuge techniques for raising sandhill cranes, and then use that knowledge to help save the Siberian crane. There is a 7-mile self-guided au

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Seney NWR, Seney, Michigan: The dense carpets of ferns in deep woods stand as silent testimony to the restorative powers of the earth. The area that is now Seney Refuge was once nearly stripped of its pine forests, then the land was burned so severely that the humus (the rich layer of fertile top soil) was practically destroyed. After that, it was drained and sold for agriculture, which failed. Finally, it reverted to the state for taxes. The state recommended it be developed as a refuge and, in 1935, restoration work began. Now, the refuge hosts a tremendous variety of wildlife, including more than 200 species of birds. Minks, weasels, porcupines, bobcats, and occasionally wolves are found here. Scientists from Russia and China come here to observe refuge techniques for raising sandhill cranes, and then use that knowledge to help save the Siberian crane. There is a 7-mile self-guided auto tour route and 80 miles of gravel roads closed to motorized vehicles but open for hiking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing.

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