Izembek National Wildlife Refuge
A new road threatens Izembek National Wildlife Refuge Again
A National Treasure: Izembek National Wildlife Refuge
Located on the Alaska Peninsula, Izembek is one of the world's most critically important northern wetlands for migrating birds. Virtually all of the world's Pacific Brant and Emperor Geese stop at Izembek to feed and rest. The refuge is also home to Tundra Swans, Ptarmigan, Bald Eagles, and hundreds of thousands of geese, as well as threatened species, such as Steller's Eiders. Many mammals also use the refuge, including caribou, brown bears, wolves, and wolverines.
Road Threatens Izembek Again
After years of debate, the pressure to build a road through the wetlands of the Izembek Refuge is again increasing. The proposed land exchange would set a dangerous precedent for refuges, cost tax payers millions, degrade vital fish and wildlife habitat, and eliminate wilderness protections.
ACE is on record as being opposed to the road. Here's why:
- The location is in incredibly valuable international wildlife habitat.
- The precedent of a land exchange undercuts every protected wilderness in the country.
- The pubic safety issue (used as a reason to build the road) has already been addressed.
What YOU can do:
Learn more about why a road through the heart of the Izembek Refuge is a bad idea and find out how you can take action by clicking here to visit the Audubon Alaska website.
Click here for a document with more background on the road and the public process.
