Summary

Description

This CCP outlines a 15year plan for the management of Lower Rio Grande Valley and Santa Ana NWRs. The general topics addressed in this plan include: wildlife protection, preservation and restoration of habitats, visitor services, protection of natural and cultural resources, water management, invasive species management, fire management, and Refuge administration. Animals of special interest on the Refuge include waterfowl and migratory birds. Emphasis will be placed on protectingrestoring wetland habitats. The plan also describes the vision, purpose, and goals of the Refuge. A number of projects are proposed in this plan to help meet the Refuges goals. These projects include acquiring more Refuge land, conduct wildlife inventories, increasing law enforcement, and removing old buildings.