The bulls are bugling so mark your calendar for Saturday, Oct. 12, when the San Luis NWR will host Tule Elk Day 2024. The free event will begin at 8 a.m. and go until noon. No registration is required.

Activities planned for the day include guided hayride tours through the tule elk habitat, a youth archery range, a wildlife photography presentation, a tractor display and various activities for children.

The San Luis National Wildlife Refuge Complex headquarters, visitor center and elk enclosure are located just north of Los Banos off Highway 165 at 7376 South Wolfsen Road.

For more information, call the refuge visitor center at 209-826-3508, ext. 127 or check out the upcoming events on the website at fws.gov/refuge/san-luis.

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