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With nearly 10,000 acres of grasslands, woodlands, wetlands and lakes, The Wilds is home to a great diversity of bird species. Audubon has recognized The Wilds as one of Ohio's Important Bird Areas, and birdwatchers from near and far have discovered the abundance of bird life here. Recognizing the value of the birding community to the future of our organization and conservation in general, The Wilds has worked with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife to construct an observation deck, which is open to the public year-round, seven days a week, at no charge.The Birding Station at Jeffrey Point is a great spot to watch raptors in winter, hear grassland nesting birds in spring and summer, and watch the ospreys returning to the hacksite in the spring. Look for it on State Route 284, between Zion Ridge Road and International Road.