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This annual narrative report for Big Stone WMD outlines District accomplishments during the 1972 calendar year. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions, habitat conditions, water conditions, and food and cover conditions during the year. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, furbearers, predators, rodents, mammals, and fish is also covered. The development and maintenance section discusses physical developments, plantings, and vegetation control. Resource management is outlined; topics include fur harvesting. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses, hunting, and violations. Items of interest, NR forms, and photographs are attached.

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This annual narrative report for the Bowdoin National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1980 calendar year. The report begins by describing the climate and habitat conditions in the Refuge, as well as the land acquisition program and funding. The construction and maintenance section discusses construction, maintenance, and wildfires. The habitat management section discusses grasslands, croplands, vegetation control, haying, grazing, wetlands, forest lands, and easements for waterfowl management. Wildlife including migratory birds, big game animals, and raptors are discussed. The public relations sections describes recreational uses. Items of interest and photographs are attached.

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This annual narrative report for the Bowdoin National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1981 calendar year. The report begins by describing the climate and habitat conditions in the Refuge, as well as the land acquisition program and funding. The construction and maintenance section discusses construction, maintenance, and wildfires. The habitat management section discusses grasslands, croplands, vegetation control, haying, grazing, wetlands, forest lands, and easements for waterfowl management. Wildlife including migratory birds, big game animals, and raptors are discussed. The public relations sections describes recreational uses. Items of interest and photographs are attached.

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This narrative report for Swan Lake National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments from September to December 1963. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions, habitat conditions, water conditions, and food and cover during this period. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, furbearers, predators, mammals, rodents, raptors, fish, and disease is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments, plantings, and collections and receipts. Resource management is outlined; topics include grazingl. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses, Refuge visitors, Refuge participation, and violations. Items of interest, NR forms and photographs are attached.

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This narrative report for Big Stone NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1979 calendar year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge and information about weather conditions, habitat conditions, and the system status. Construction, maintenance, and wildfires are also described. Habitat management is covered; croplands, grasslands, and wetlands are discussed. The wildlife section of the report discusses endangered and threatened species, migratory birds, mammals, and nonmigratory birds. Interpretation and recreation activities are outlined; topics include information and interpretation, recreation, and law enforcement. Field investigations, cooperative programs, items of interest, safety information, and Refuge brochures are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Bowdoin NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1977 calendar year. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions, habitat conditions, water conditions, and food and cover conditions during the year. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, furbearers, predators, rodents, mammals, raptors, fish, reptiles, and diseases is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments and plantings. Resource management is outlined; topics include grazing and fur harvesting. A progress report on field investigations and applied research is also provided. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses and safety. Photographs are attached.

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This narrative report for Swan Lake National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments from September to December 1962. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions, habitat conditions, water conditions, and food and cover during this period. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, furbearers, predators, mammals, rodents, raptors, fish, and disease is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments, plantings, and collections and receipts. Resource management is outlined; topics include grazingl. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses, Refuge visitors, Refuge participation, and violations. Items of interest, NR forms and photographs are attached.

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This narrative report for Big Stone NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1977 calendar year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge and information about weather conditions, habitat conditions, and the system status. Construction, maintenance, and wildfires are also described. Habitat management is covered; croplands, grasslands, wetlands, and forests are discussed. The wildlife section of the report discusses migratory birds and mammals. Interpretation and recreation activities are outlined; topics include information and interpretation, recreation, and law enforcement. Field investigations, cooperative programs, items of interest, safety information, and Refuge brochures are attached.

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This annual narrative report for the Bowdoin National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1982 calendar year. The report begins by describing the climate and habitat conditions in the Refuge, as well as the land acquisition program and funding. The construction and maintenance section discusses construction, maintenance, and wildfires. The habitat management section discusses grasslands, croplands, vegetation control, haying, grazing, wetlands, forest lands, and easements for waterfowl management. Wildlife including migratory birds, big game animals, and raptors are discussed. The public relations sections describes recreational uses. Items of interest and photographs are attached.

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This annual narrative report for the Bowdoin National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1978 calendar year. The report begins by describing the climate and habitat conditions in the Refuge, as well as the land acquisition program and funding. The construction and maintenance section discusses construction, maintenance, and wildfires. The habitat management section discusses grasslands, croplands, vegetation control, haying, grazing, wetlands, forest lands, and easements for waterfowl management. Wildlife including migratory birds, big game animals, and raptors are discussed. The public relations sections describes recreational uses. Items of interest and photographs are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Big Stone NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1972 calendar year. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions, habitat conditions, water conditions, and food and cover conditions during the year. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, mammals, and raptors is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments, plantings, collections and receipts, and vegetation control. Resource management is outlined; topics include grazing, haying, and fur harvesting. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses, Refuge visitors, Refuge participation, hunting, and violations. Items of interest and photographs are attached.

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This narrative report for Big Stone NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1976 calendar year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge and information about weather conditions, habitat conditions, and the system status. Construction, maintenance, and wildfires are also described. Habitat management is covered; croplands, grasslands, wetlands, and forests are discussed. The wildlife section of the report discusses migratory birds and mammals. Interpretation and recreation activities are outlined; topics include information and interpretation, recreation, and law enforcement. Field investigations, cooperative programs, items of interest, and safety information are attached.

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This narrative report for Medicine Lake NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments from November, 1941 through January, 1942. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions and water conditions during this period. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, furbearers, and disease is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments. Resource management is outlined; topics include grazing, haying, and cooperative farming. A progress report on field investigations and applied research is also provided.

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This annual narrative report for Bowdoin NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments from July of 1974 to June of 1975. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions, habitat conditions, water conditions, and food and cover conditions during the year. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, furbearers, predators, rodents, mammals, raptors, fish, reptiles, and diseases is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments and plantings. Resource management is outlined; topics include grazing and fur harvesting. A progress report on field investigations and applied research is also provided. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses and safety. Photographs are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Benson Wetlands Management District outlines District accomplishments from July of 1974 to June of 1975. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions, habitat conditions, water conditions, and food and cover conditions during the year. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, furbearers, predators, rodents, mammals, raptors, reptiles, and fish is also covered. The District development and maintenance section discusses physical developments, plantings, collections and receipts, prescribed fire, wildfires, and vegetation control. Resource management is outlined; topics include grazing, haying, and fur harvesting. A progress report on field investigations and applied research is also provided. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses, District visitors, District participation, hunting, violations, and safety. Items of interest and photographs are attached.

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This narrative report for Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1976 calendar year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge and information about weather conditions, habitat conditions, land acquisition activities, and the system status. Construction and maintenance are also described. Habitat management is covered; grasslands, wetlands, and wilderness areas are discussed. The wildlife section of the report discusses endangered and threatened species, migratory birds, and mammals. Interpretation and recreation activities are outlined; topics include information and interpretation, recreation, and law enforcement. Field investigations, cooperative programs, items of interest, and safety information are attached.

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This narrative report for National Bison Range, Ninepipe NWR, Pablo NWR, Swan River NWR, and Northwest Montana Wetlands outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1976 calendar year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge and information about weather conditions, habitat conditions, land acquisition activities, and the system status. Construction and maintenance are also described. Habitat management is covered; croplands, grasslands, wetlands, and forests are discussed. The wildlife section of the report discusses endangered and threatened species, migratory birds, mammals, and nonmigratory birds. Interpretation and recreation activities are outlined; topics include information and interpretation, recreation, and law enforcement. Field investigations, cooperative programs, items of interest, and safety information are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Bowdoin NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1976 calendar year. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions, habitat conditions, water conditions, and food and cover conditions during the year. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, furbearers, predators, rodents, mammals, raptors, fish, reptiles, and diseases is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments and plantings. Resource management is outlined; topics include grazing and fur harvesting. A progress report on field investigations and applied research is also provided. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses and safety. Photographs are attached.

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This narrative report for Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1978 calendar year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge and information about weather conditions, habitat conditions, land acquisition activities, and the system status. Construction and maintenance are also described. Habitat management is covered; grasslands, wetlands, and wilderness areas are discussed. The wildlife section of the report discusses endangered and threatened species, migratory birds, and mammals. Interpretation and recreation activities are outlined; topics include information and interpretation, recreation, and law enforcement. Field investigations, cooperative programs, items of interest, and safety information are attached.

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This annual narrative report for the Minnesota Wetland Complex outlines Complex accomplishments during the 1975 calendar year. The report begins by summarizing the consolidation of Fergus Falls personnel and the update on the Minnesota Wetland inventory. The Hamden Slough National Wildlife Refuge proposal is discussed, as well as the Complexs fire suppression plan and weed control procedures. Acquisition accomplishments are described.

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This annual narrative report for Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1972 calendar year. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions, habitat conditions, water conditions, and food and cover conditions during the year. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, furbearers, predators, rodents, mammals, raptors, fish, and reptiles is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments, plantings, collections and receipts, vegetation control, and prescribed burning. Resource management is outlined; topics include fur harvesting. A progress report on field investigations and applied research is also provided. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses, Refuge visitors, Refuge participation, hunting, violations, and safety. Items of interest, NR forms, photographs, and newspaper articles are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Benson WMD outlines District accomplishments during the 1972 calendar year. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions, habitat conditions, water conditions, and food and cover conditions during the year. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, furbearers, predators, rodents, mammals, and fish is also covered. The District development and maintenance section discusses physical developments, plantings, collections and receipts, and vegetation control. Resource management is outlined; topics include grazing, haying, and fur harvesting. A progress report on field investigations and applied research is also provided. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses, District visitors, District participation, hunting, violations, and safety. Items of interest, NR forms, and photographs are attached.

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This narrative report for Big Stone NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1980 calendar year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge and information about weather conditions, habitat conditions, and the system status. Construction and maintenance are also described. Habitat management is covered; croplands, grasslands, wetlands, and forests are discussed. The wildlife section of the report discusses endangered and threatened species, migratory birds, mammals, and nonmigratory birds. Interpretation and recreation activities are outlined; topics include information and interpretation, recreation, and law enforcement. Field investigations, cooperative programs, items of interest, safety information, and Refuge brochures are attached.

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This narrative report for Audubon National Wildlife Refuge, Lake Nettie Refuge, McLean Refuge, Hiddenwood Refuge, Lake Otis Refuge, Strawberry Lake Refuge, Sheyenne Lake Refuge, and Lost Lake Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1979 calendar year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge and information about weather conditions, habitat conditions, land acquisition activities, and the system status. Construction and maintenance are also described. Habitat management is covered; croplands, grasslands, wetlands, forests, and easements for waterfowl management are discussed. The wildlife section of the report discusses endangered and threatened species, migratory birds, mammals, and nonmigratory birds. Interpretation and recreation activities are outlined; topics include information and interpretation, recreation, and law enforcement. Field investigations, cooperative programs, items of interest, and safety information are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1982 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and weather conditions. The report includes a planning section which discusses the master plan, management planning, public participation, compliance with environmental and cultural resource mandates, and research and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, funding, safety, and technical assistance is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands, fire management, pest control, water rights, and wilderness areas. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered and threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds and waterbirds, shorebirds, raptors, game mammals, fisheries resources, surplus animal disposal, scientific collections, animal control, marking and bird banding, and disease control. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include outdoor classrooms, interpretive programs, hunting, fishing, outdoor recreation, and law enforcement. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about new construction, rehabilitation, major maintenance, equipment replacement, communication systems, and energy conservation. Items of interest are provided at the end.