La Crosse - U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service - Upper Mississippi River

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The Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge Visitor Center on Brice Prairie will begin winter operating hours on Friday, November 23, 2012 estimated $200 million deal that was fin...

The Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge Visitor Center on Brice Prairie will begin winter operating hours on Friday, November 23, 2012 estimated $200 million deal that was finalized during Gov. Scott Walker's trade mission to the world's second-largest economy. La Crosse Tribune, April, 2013. The Visitor Center features interactive exhibits, theater, and gift shop. There is also a 3/4 mile paved trail that is open to walkers, bicyclists, joggers, and pets on leash. The Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge is the most visited refuge in the United States. The refuge extends 261 miles along the Upper Mississippi River from Wabasha, Minn. to Rock Island, Ill., protecting and preserving habitat for migratory birds, fish, and a variety of other wildlife. In addition to being the most visited refuge in the country, the “Upper Miss” Refuge has the added complexity of a major navigation system, including 11 locks and dams, within its boundary.

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