Summary

Description

This annual narrative report for National Elk Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1986 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and weather conditions. Land acquisition is covered. The report includes a planning section which discusses compliance with environmental and cultural resource mandates and research and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, youth programs, volunteer programs, funding, and safety is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands, forests, grasslands, fire management, pest control, and water rights. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered and threatened species, migratory birds, raptors, game mammals, fisheries resources, marking and banding, and disease prevention and control. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include outdoor classrooms, interpretive programs, recreational uses, and law enforcement. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about new construction, rehabilitation, major maintenance, equipment utilization and replacement, communication systems, and energy conservation. Cooperative programs and items of interest are provided at the end. Photographs and brochures are attached.