Flora and Fauna
The Refuge is known as a beautiful and prolific birdwatching site. Many species of birds including Pileated Woodpecker, Blue-headed Vireo, Winter Wren, Hermit Thrush and Blackburnian Warbler are commonly seen.
Vegetation in the area varies with the terrain, but can include Chestnut, Oak, Beech, Birch, Maple, and Hemlock. Shrubs include Huckleberry, Blueberry, and Mountain Laurel. Since this area had been logged for timber and charcoal before McLean purchased it, many of these are stump sprouts.
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