The Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge offers a beautiful natural environment for exploring and bird watching, a Chinookan style Plankhouse for connecting with our regions First Peoples, community events, and opportunities to get involved in habitat restoration programs. Mission The Friend’s mission is to support, protect, and enhance the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge and its wildlife habitat, and to broaden public awareness and participation in its environmental, cultural, and educational opportunities. Goals Advocate the long-term protection and compatible uses of the Refuge’s fish and wildlife resources and habitat. Expand education and interpretation of the natural and cultural resources of the area. Improve visitor programs and facilities in the Ridgefield and Lower Columbia River area, to better protect and enhance the natural and cultural resources.