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This document contains monthly activity reports for Sand Lake National Wildlife Refuge, Pocasse National Wildlife Refuge, and Sand Lake Wetland Management District summarizes activities during the 1994 calendar year. Each report outlines highlight, land acquisition, planning, administration, habitat management, population management, public use, habitat management, private lands, equipment, and facilities.

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This annual narrative report for Sand Lake NWR, Pocasse NWR, and Sand Lake WMD outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1990 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 management planning, public participation, compliance with environmental and cultural resource mandates, and research and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, manpower programs, funding, safety, and technical assistance is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands, forests, croplands, grasslands, grazing, haying, fire management, pest control, water rights, and WPA easements. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered and threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds and waterbirds, shorebirds, raptors, game mammals, fisheries resources, wildlife propagation, 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, trapping, wildlife observation, 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, computer systems, and energy conservation. Cooperative programs and items of interest are provided at the end.

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This narrative report for Sand Lake NWR and the easement refuges outlines Refuge accomplishments from January through April of 1960. 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, rodents, mammals, raptors, and fish is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments, plantings, vegetation control, and prescribed burning. 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, Refuge visitors, and Refuge participation. Items of interest, NR forms, and photographs are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Sand Lake NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1987 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and weather conditions. The report includes a planning section which discusses research and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, manpower programs, volunteer programs, funding, safety, and technical assistance is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands, croplands, grasslands, haying, fire management, and pest control. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered and threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds and waterbirds, shorebirds, raptors, game mammals, fisheries resources, wildlife propagation, 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, trapping, wildlife observation, outdoor recreation, and law enforcement. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about rehabilitation, equipment replacement, and computer systems. Cooperative programs and items of interest are provided at the end.

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This annual narrative report for Sand Lake NWR and the easement refuges 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, furbearers, predators, rodents, mammals, raptors, and fish 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 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, Refuge visitors, Refuge participation, hunting, violations, and safety. Items of interest, NR forms, and photographs are attached.

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This narrative report for Sand Lake NWR and the easement refuges outlines Refuge accomplishments from September through December of 1958. 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, rodents, mammals, raptors, fish, and disease 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, fur harvesting, and commercial fishing. 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, and violations. Items of interest, NR forms, and photographs are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Sand Lake NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1986 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and weather conditions. The report includes a planning section which discusses research and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, youth programs, manpower programs, volunteer programs, funding, and safety is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands, croplands, grasslands, haying, fire management, pest control, and water rights. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered and threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds and waterbirds, shorebirds, raptors, game mammals, fisheries resources, wildlife propagation, 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, trapping, wildlife observation, outdoor recreation, and law enforcement. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about rehabilitation, equipment replacement, communication systems, and computer systems. Cooperative programs and items of interest are provided at the end.

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This narrative report for Sand Lake NWR and the easement refuges outlines Refuge accomplishments from September through December of 1959. 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, rodents, mammals, and raptors 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 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 Refuge visitors, Refuge participation, hunting, and violations. Items of interest, NR forms, and photographs are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Sand Lake NWR and the easement refuges outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1965 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 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. 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. NR forms and photographs are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Sand Lake NWR and the easement refuges outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1970 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, and fish is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments, plantings, collections and receipts, vegetation control, and wildfires. 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, Refuge visitors, Refuge participation, hunting, violations, and safety. Items of interest, NR forms, and photographs are attached.

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This narrative report for Sand Lake NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1978 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, forests, and easements for waterfowl management are discussed. The wildlife section of the report discusses endangered and threatened species, migratory birds, mammals, nonmigratory birds, and marsh birds. Interpretation and recreation activities are outlined; topics include information and interpretation, recreation, and law enforcement. Field investigations, items of interest, and safety information are attached.

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This narrative report for Sand Lake NWR and the easement refuges outlines Refuge accomplishments from September through December of 1954. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions, water conditions, and food and cover during this period. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, furbearers, predators, rodents, mammals, raptors, and fish is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments, plantings, 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, Refuge visitors, Refuge participation, hunting, fishing, and violations. Items of interest, NR forms, and photographs are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Sand Lake NWR and the easement refuges outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1971 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, and fish 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 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, Refuge visitors, Refuge participation, hunting, violations, and safety. Items of interest, NR forms, and photographs are attached.

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This narrative report for Sand Lake NWR and the easement refuges outlines Refuge accomplishments from May through August of 1945. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions and water conditions during this period. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, furbearers, predators, rodents, mammals, and fish is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments and plantings. Resource management is outlined; topics include grazing and haying. The public relations section of the report describes Refuge visitors, Refuge participation, and fishing. NR forms are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Sand Lake NWR and the easement refuges outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1964 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, and diseases is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments, plantings, collections and receipts, vegetation control, and wildfires. 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, Refuge visitors, Refuge participation, hunting, violations, and safety. NR forms and photographs are attached.

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This narrative report for Sand Lake NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments from September through December of 1944. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions and water conditions during this period. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, furbearers, predators, rodents, and raptors is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments and plantings. Resource management is outlined; topics include grazing, haying, and fur harvesting. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses, Refuge visitors, and violations. Items of interest and NR forms are attached.

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This narrative report for Sand Lake NWR and the easement refuges outlines Refuge accomplishments from September through December of 1960. 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, rodents, mammals, raptors, and fish 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 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, Refuge visitors, Refuge participation, hunting, and violations. Items of interest, NR forms, and photographs are attached.

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This narrative report for Sand Lake NWR and the easement refuges outlines Refuge accomplishments from September through December of 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, rodents, mammals, raptors, and fish is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments, plantings, vegetation control, and prescribed burning. 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, Refuge visitors, Refuge participation, hunting, violations, and safety. Items of interest, NR forms, and photographs are attached.

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This narrative report for Pocasse NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments from May through August of 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, rodents, mammals, raptors, and fish is also covered. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses, Refuge visitors, and Refuge participation. NR forms and photographs are attached.

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This narrative report for Sand Lake NWR and the easement refuges outlines Refuge accomplishments from September through December of 1956. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions, water conditions, and food and cover during this period. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, furbearers, predators, rodents, mammals, raptors, and fish 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. 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, fishing, and violations. Items of interest, NR forms, and photographs are attached.

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This narrative report for Sand Lake NWR and the easement refuges outlines Refuge accomplishments from January through April of 1956. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions, water conditions, and food and cover during this period. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, furbearers, predators, rodents, mammals, raptors, and fish 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, Refuge visitors, and Refuge participation. Items of interest, NR forms, and photographs are attached.

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This narrative report for Sand Lake NWR and the easement refuges outlines Refuge accomplishments from January through April of 1961. 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, rodents, mammals, raptors, and fish is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments, plantings, vegetation control, and prescribed burning. 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, Refuge visitors, Refuge participation, and safety. Items of interest, NR forms, and photographs are attached.

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This narrative report for Okefenokee NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments from September through December of 1950. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions and water conditions during this period. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, furbearers, predators, raptors, fish, and reptiles is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments. A progress report on field investigations and applied research is also provided. The public relations section of the report describes Refuge visitors, hunting, fishing, and violations. NR forms are attached.

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This narrative report for Sand Lake NWR and the easement refuges outlines Refuge accomplishments from May through August of 1960. 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, rodents, mammals, raptors, and fish is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments, plantings, vegetation control, and prescribed burning. 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, Refuge visitors, and Refuge participation. Items of interest, NR forms, and photographs are attached.

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This narrative report for Sand Lake NWR and the easement refuges outlines Refuge accomplishments from September through December of 1946. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions, water conditions, and food and cover during this period. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, furbearers, predators, rodents, mammals, raptors, and fish is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments and plantings. Resource management is outlined; topics include grazing, haying, and fur harvesting. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses, Refuge visitors, hunting, fishing, and violations. NR forms are attached.