In celebration of National Wildlife Refuge Week, Cypress Creek Refuge will offer free guided canoe tours October 10 throughout the day. Tours will depart from the Lower Cache River Access and feature a unique array of plant and animal species. Attractions in this area include wood ducks, belted kingfishers, bald cypress and tupelo trees, as well as pileated woodpeckers, great blue herons and more.

If you are interested in attending this year's Wild Weekend celebration, call Cypress Creek National wildlife Refuge at 618-634-2231 to reserve your spot on a canoe tour.

The Lower Cache River Access is located 4 miles south of Cypress, IL. From Route 37, turn west and drive approximately 2 miles on Perks Road, then proceed south (left) for 1 mile on Access Road