English Wildlife Refuge (Whippoorwill Wildlife Refuge Area)

The English Wildlife Refuge was donated on December 6, 1986 by Ruth J. English in accordance with the wishes of her late mother, Ida Rachel Butterfield James. The refuge was donated on the condition that it stay in a natural condition as a scenic area and wildlife sanctuary, and for promoting study and enjoyment of natural history, especially for teaching both young people and adults about the conservation of natural resources.

The English Wildlife Refuge is partially designated “Core Habitat” and “Critical Natural Landscape” and includes diverse habitats for many wildlife species. The parcel lies across from the Farnsworth Wildlife Refuge and property owned by the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. A beautiful area of mossy hummocks and ledges, fully wooded; ties in to an additional 175 acres of protected land in Dunstable and Tyngsboro.