Siletz Bay National Wildlife Refuge: Past and Present with Kate Iaqinto

The Siletz Bay National Wildlife Refuge, just south of Lincoln City, is a vital habitat for diverse wildlife and migratory birds. Restoration initiatives to encourage native plants and natural water flow have played a crucial role in revitalizing the refuge's ecosystem.

Our presenter for the June MCWC community meeting was Kate Iaquinto, Deputy Project Leader with the US Fish and Wildlife Service. She discusses historical context of restoration, innovative techniques, and collaborative partnerships that have shaped the refuge. She also highlights the efforts of the US Fish and Wildlife Service to create wildlife refuges on the Oregon coast.

The presentation underscores Siletz Bay National Wildlife Refuge as a testament to restoration's power and ongoing conservation importance. While progress has been made, significant tasks remain to safeguard and enhance the refuge's ecological integrity.

This was a recording of a live event that took place at the Pacific maritime Heritage Museum in Newport Oregon. You can find out about other MCWC events and work at midocastwatersheds.org