concerts by the group, held on this and other Federally-protected land over 2000-01 (four concerts in total, counting Montezuma NWR). This concert at Montezuma NWR marked the first time that a musical performance had ever been held on federally-protected wildlife land. These musicians donated their talents and time by joining together to promote Denver’s legacy and to continue supporting his lifelong commitment to ensuring the preservation of the earth and all its natural habitats. The fund-raising efforts also benefitted Montezuma NWR and the other wildlife sanctuaries, supporting and celebrating wildlife conservation efforts, ecological awareness, environmental education and habitat protection. This particular groundbreaking, historic concert was covered in a Friday, September 22, 2000 (the day of the concert) article on page A-6 of The Citizen (Auburn, N.Y.) newspaper, by staff writer Kelly Willard and a subsequent picture from the concert by staff photographer Cydney Scott followed the article. Baker and Jasikoff also appeared in local, in-studio television interviews regarding the event. On September 24, 2017, another "Harmony With Nature" event was held there, with Rebecca Colleen, Bill Destler, Jim Clare and Perry Cleaveland providing a two-hour, afternoon music show at the refuge. Public access In addition to providing wildlife habitat, the refuge also provides opportunities for people to observe wildlife. The refuge is open during daylight hours seven days a week. The Wildlife Drive is a one-way auto tour that provides many opportunities to observe and photograph wildlife. The main feature of the drive is the wetland which hosts a rich diversity of waterfowl, waterbirds and other wildlife. The drive is open most of the year with the exception of winter, when the road may not be passable. The Esker Brook Trail and the Oxbow Trail are available to hikers and walkers. A visitor center and gift shop are open from April 1 to December 1 and have educational brochures, exhibits and specimens about the refuge and its wildlife. The New York State Thruway passes through the north end of the preserve providing passing motorists with a glimpse of the preserve as they speed along the Thruway. See also List of National Wildlife Refuges List of National Natural Landmarks in New York References External links Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge webpage New York State's Northern Montezuma Wildlife Management Area webpage Friends of the Montezuma Wetlands Complex National Wildlife Refuges in New York (state) National Natural Landmarks in New York (state) U.S. Route