North Eastern Minnesota's 2008 Iron Range Getaway Guide - (Page 12) T H I S PAG E S P O N S O R E D BY: Owl – ®chrisperryphotography.com, Timberwolves – ©International Wolf Center, Moose – ©IRTB R Helping preserve the natural environment – it’s our responsibility. Experiencing wildlife The Iron Range is home to some of the best wildlife viewing in the United States. Each year, thousands of wildlife and birding enthusiasts getaway to the Iron Range to view our native species. With over fourteen wildlife designated viewing areas and attractions, you’ll be able to see arctic wolves, great gray and snowy owls, soaring bald eagles, moose, black bears and tons of other wildlife up close and personal. Within driving distance from the Iron Range, you will find numerous wildlife attractions including the International Wolf Center and American Bear Center in Ely, the Vince Shute Wildlife Sanctuary FREE Iron Range Birding & Wildlife Guide Visit www.ironrange.org or call 800-777-8497. in Orr and the Sax-Zim Bog (near Zim), one of the top bird viewing areas in the Midwest. Wildlife / Bird Viewing Areas Sax-Zim Bog South of Eveleth 218.744.7447 Birders know this area to be exceptional for its viewing possibilities. Six out of the ten most sought after species have been spotted here. Great gray owls, pine warblers, gray jays and many more. Big Aspen Recreation Area North of Virginia 218.229.8800 Watch for whitetail deer, black bear, fox, raccoon, moose or view eagles, hawks and various birds. Trail system makes for a pleasant hike in a remote wilderness. 12 http://www.mnpower.com http://www.ironrange.org
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