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The Haystack Rock Awareness Program
The Haystack Rock Awareness Program (HRAP) is a stewardship
and environmental
educational program whose mission is to
increase the awareness of the
fragile environment in the
Haystack Rock Marine Garden and National
Wildlife Refuge.
Since its modest beginnings in 1985, HRAP has educated
and
inspired tens of thousands of adults and children to learn about
the natural resources not only at Haystack Rock but also in their
own
backyards and special places.
Stewardship and Environmental Education
Our focus has always been stewardship and protecting the ecosystem from
thoughtless harm. To accomplish this, HRAP offers an extensive
interpretive program on the beach at Haystack Rock during the spring
and summer months. Our trained staff can answer questions on topics
ranging from the simple (What is that? What does it eat?) to the
complex (What are the ecological consequences of collecting animals or
plants from this area?).
A Note on Injured Wildlife
As our shores are home to a multitude of wildlife, it is not uncommon
to find injured animals and birds. Please remember not to touch any
wildlife. Birds and animals are known to change their normal behavior
if touched by humans. Mother seals who “beach” their babies
are known to abandon the infant if human scent is noted. Please respect
that nature is not always “pretty” and that the natural
life cycle of wildlife is best left undisturbed by human beings.
Report injured seals to the
Police Department at 503-436-2811.
Injured birds may be reported to the Wildlife Rehab Center of the North
Coast at 503-338-0331 and 503-338-3954
Care to donate to the
program?
View the HRAP Wish
List for more information.
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