Predominant species hunted at Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Refuge are quail, turkey, and white-tailed deer. Squirrel and rabbits are hunted to a lesser extent. Waterfowl hunting is generally ... Picking of berries, mushrooms, and nuts is another popular outdoor activity on the Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Refuge. There are some refuge regulations which guide public use. Wild strawberries and blackberries (early summer) and persimmons (late fall)
, KS Nature PreservesBirding at Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Refuge is especially good in late spring when over 30
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