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Staffing issues will force the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge's Wildlife Education Center and Visitor Center located west of Brigham City to reduce its hours starting January 5.
The James V. Hansen Wildlife Education Center, located at 2155 W. Forest Street just west of of Interstate 15, will be closed on Mondays.
Regular hours beginning January 5 will be Tuesday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The closure will not affect the rest of the refuge or the Auto Tour Route, which will remain open daily from sunrise to sunset.
"Due to a current staffing shortage, we need to reduce the hours we are open to the public," said refuge manager Bob Barrett. "I apologize for the inconvenience and hope the public can visit during our regular Tuesday through Saturday hours."
The Center offers interactive exhibits, a wetland diorama, and two miles of outdoor trail.
for information, call 435-723-5887 or log on to http://www.fws.gov/refuge/bear_river_migratory_bird_refuge/.