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J Smilanic
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02/13/2018
Signs greet visitors near the headquarters.
J Smilanic
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02/13/2018
Lots of beautifully displayed information can be found at this kiosk near the headquarters unit.
J Smilanic
Photo Date:
02/13/2018
A heron stands on the shore of Duck Lake.
J Smilanic
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02/13/2018
The impressive wingspan of a heron.
J Smilanic
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02/13/2018
This place even has roadside birds!
J Smilanic
Photo Date:
02/13/2018
Duck Lake provides ideal habit for many migratory birds.
J Smilanic
Photo Date:
02/13/2018
Some brightly-colored leaves from the previous year's foliage.
J Smilanic
Photo Date:
02/13/2018
An observation deck stands above Cowpen Bayou, offering visitors a glimpse of wildlife.
J Smilanic
Photo Date:
02/13/2018
Visit Catahoula in the winter for the best chance at birdwatching!
J Smilanic
Photo Date:
02/13/2018
Visit Catahoula in the winter for the best chance at birdwatching!
J Smilanic
Photo Date:
02/13/2018
A tree limb covered in ferns.
J Smilanic
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02/13/2018
A duck makes a splash landing into the adequately-named Duck Lake.
J Smilanic
Photo Date:
02/13/2018
Informative signs can be found along the short hiking trail off of wildlife drive.
J Smilanic
Photo Date:
02/13/2018
A bench offers hikers a place to rest where the trail loop splits off in either direction.