Summary

Description

This annual narrative report for Audubon Wetland Management District outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1988 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and weather conditions. Land acquisition is covered. Planning is discussed; topics include compliance with environmental and cultural resource mandates and research and investigations. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands, croplands, grasslands, grazing, haying, fire management, pest control, and WPA easements. The wildlife section of the report discusses endangered and threatened species, migratory birds, and game mammals. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include hunting and law enforcement. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about new construction. Cooperative programs are provided at the end. Photographs are attached.