We maintain a special focus on wildlife and ecology in wetland arenas. Over the years, we have purchased several wetland properties for the purpose of habitat conservation. We proudly manage these properties with preservation, education and visitor appreciation in mind.

North Rose, New York
On the south side of Catchpole Road between Garlic Road and Brick Schoolhouse Road, Huckleberry Swamp is 79 acres of diverse, high quality wetlands that provide significant functions including storm water retention, groundwater recharge, wildlife habitat, and possibly rare plant habitat. Resulting values include water quality improvement and opportunities for recreation, education and aesthetic appreciation (Environmental Design and Research, P.C. 1999).

In Fall of 2001 we finished Phase 1 of construction of a wildlife observation deck and boardwalk that meanders through a variety of wetland habitats including emergent marsh, Green Ash Wetland, and Red Maple Wetland.

For the preservation of bird and wildlife

integrity and conservation of the land

they depend on...

OFOF, Inc. is a private, non-profit organization

founded in 1979 for the preservation of habitat

for birds and other wildlife. The philosophy of

our foundation was conceived by an awareness

of the need to sustain our fragile environment.

Our mission has been to protect vulnerable

wetlands, lead in wildlife and conservation

education, and to facilitate in ecological research.

Wayne County, New York
On 75 acres, this Bird and Wildlife Sanctuary hosts a great variety of migratory and year-round resident birds due to its habitat diversity. On a visit, one would be likely to run into Great Blue Heron, American Bittern, Red-headed Woodpecker, Eastern Phoebe, Cedar Waxwing, and Eastern Bluebird. This site is located at the corner of Rt. 104 and Fifth Road and is very accessible with a small parking area and a short, easy trail for walking.

Sumter County, Florida

This 68 acres of forested wetlands serves as a Bird and Wildlife Sanctuary that is home to more than 50 bird, 14 mammal, 16 fish, 16 amphibian, and 26 reptile species, including the endangered Gopher Tortoise, Gopherus polypnemus.