Friends of Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge Complex in Crystal River Florida.

The Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge Complex consists of Crystal River, Chassahowitzka, Egmont Key, Passage Key and the Pinellas National Wildlife Refuges.

CURRENT EVENTS

2012

Sunday, April 22, 2012 - Have you ever seen a manatee in a tuxedo or a whooping crane in an evening gown? To view these rare sightings you will want to join the Friends at their annual fundraiser at the beautiful Skyview at Terra Vista Country Club. Be a part of "An Evening of Elegance with the Friends" from 5-8 PM. Food-Fun-Music-Silent Auction. A portion of the funds will support the new education center at Three Sisters Springs. Click on the "Click Here to See Details" button at the bottom of the banner below to see the full flyer and details.

Coming Events

Quarterly meeting and presentation - Further information coming soon.

Mission of the non-profit 501c(3) FRIENDS organization:
• Conserving, protecting and enhancing fish and wildlife and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people;
• Supporting the stewardship of the National Wildlife Refuge System;
• Promoting a better awareness, appreciation, conservation and responsible utilization of the Refuge Complex;
• Promoting the preservation of the natural and historical resources of the Refuges, foster their use and enjoyment by the public consistent with the protection and preservation of the environment, and engage in such educational, scientific and civic activities to assist the Refuges.

2012 Officers and Directors

Ardath Prendergast - President
Lace Blue-McLean - Vice President
Al Peterson - Secretary
Shirley Knudsen - Treasurer
Warren Blodgett

Jo Claycomb
Tom Gotterup
Ed Kleiner
John Peterlin