Getting a glimpse of wild animals is definitely one of the activities that a lot of tourists would want to to see. And if you happen to be in Maryland, you might want to visit the Patuxent Wildlife Research center for this one. Part of the US Fishery and Wildlife Services’ Patuxent Wildlife Research Refuge, the center will also be able to teach you a thing or two about conservation.

The wildlife center offers its visitors a close look on many of its programs. Some of these include wildlife population studies, park management, and urban wildlife monitoring. There are also regular lectures given by the center’s staff on topics such as wildlife conservation. And after going through the center, you will certainly appreciate bird watching in the refuge more.