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The Wilderness Act of 1964 mandated the preservation of wilderness character. The NWRS has 18 of designated wilderness, comprising 21 million acres. After over 40 years there is still a lack of consistent inventory and monitoring of wilderness as well as the ability to measure how it is affected by stewardship. To ensure the last remaining wilderness is not lost, monitoring can maintain the preservation and true wild nature of these areas for present and future generations. Monitoring provides an assessment of the trends of wilderness character to develop refuge wilderness stewardship. This also provides the ability to evaluate impacts of proposed actions on wilderness character and allows defensible stewardship decisions. By preserving wilderness character, the USFWS demonstrates leadership in wilderness stewardship across the National Wilderness Preservation System. This is the backend data file for the Chassahowitzka Wilderness Character Monitoring Application. User interface and lookup databases are required for use see reference code 5725.

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This annual narrative report for Rice Lake National Wildlife Refuge including the Sandstone Unit and Mille Lacs National Wildlife Refuge summarizes activities during the 1992 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and climatic conditions. Land acquisition is also covered. The report includes a planning section which discusses the master plan, the management plan, public participation, compliance with environmental and cultural resource mandates, research, and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, youth programs, manpower programs, volunteer 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, wilderness areas, Farmers Home Administration Easements, and private lands. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered species, threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds, waterbirds, shorebirds, raptors, game mammals, fisheries resources, animal control, marking, and banding. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include outdoor classrooms, interpretive exhibits, hunting, fishing, trapping, wildlife observation, camping, and law enforcement. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about new construction, rehabilitation, major maintenance, equipment utilization and replacement, communications systems, computer systems, and energy conservation. Cooperative programs and items of interest are provided at the end. Refuge brochures are attached.

Summary

Description

The Wilderness Act of 1964 mandated the preservation of wilderness character. The NWRS has 18 of designated wilderness, comprising 21 million acres. After over 40 years there is still a lack of consistent inventory and monitoring of wilderness as well as the ability to measure how it is affected by stewardship. To ensure the last remaining wilderness is not lost, monitoring can maintain the preservation and true wild nature of these areas for present and future generations. Monitoring provides an assessment of the trends of wilderness character to develop refuge wilderness stewardship. This also provides the ability to evaluate impacts of proposed actions on wilderness character and allows defensible stewardship decisions. By preserving wilderness character, the USFWS demonstrates leadership in wilderness stewardship across the National Wilderness Preservation System. This is the backend data file for the Great Swamp Wilderness Character Monitoring Application. User interface and lookup databases are required for use see reference code 5725.

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This annual narrative report summarizes activities for Seney National Wildlife Refuge, Kirtlands Warbler National Wildlife Refuge, Harbor Island National Wildlife Refuge, Huron Islands National Wildlife Refuge, and Michigan Islands National Wildlife Refuge during the 1994 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and climatic conditions. Land acquisition is also covered. The report includes a planning section which discusses compliance with environmental and cultural resource mandates, research, and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, volunteer programs, funding, safety, and technical assistance is given. Habitat management is also covered. Subjects include wetlands, forests, haying, fire management, pest control, and Farmers Home Administration Conservation Easements. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered species, threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds, waterbirds, shorebirds, raptors, game mammals, fisheries resources, marking, and banding. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include outdoor classrooms, interpretive exhibits, hunting, fishing, trapping, wildlife observation, camping, law enforcement, and cooperating associations. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about new construction, rehabilitation, major maintenance, equipment utilization and replacement, communications systems, and computer systems. Refuge brochures are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Glacial Ridge National Wildlife Refuge summarizes Refuge activities during the 2005 fiscal year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge and a summary of the years highlights and climatic conditions. Information about monitoring and studies including surveys and censuses is provided next. Habitat restoration and management projects are also covered; activities include wetland restoration, upland restoration, water level management, mowing, farming, timber management, prescribed burning, and vegetation control. Fish and wildlife management is discussed next with emphasis on nest structures and animal control. Coordination activities, such as interagency coordination, tribal coordination, and Friends organizations, are outlined. The resource protection section provides updates on law enforcement and wildfire preparedness. Information about public education and recreation is given including visitor services and outreach. Finally, comprehensive management planning and general administration are discussed in the Refuge planning and administration section. Refuge brochures, maps, and newsletters are attached.

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This annual narrative report summarizes activities for Seney National Wildlife Refuge, Harbor Island National Wildlife Refuge, and Huron Islands National Wildlife Refuge during the 1992 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and climatic conditions. Land acquisition is also covered. The report includes a planning section which discusses the management plan, public participation, compliance with environmental and cultural resource mandates, research, and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, youth programs, volunteer programs, funding, safety, and technical assistance is given. Habitat management is also covered. Subjects include wetlands, forests, croplands, haying, fire management, pest control, water rights, and private lands. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered species, threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds, waterbirds, shorebirds, raptors, game mammals, fisheries resources, wildlife propagation and stocking, marking, banding, and disease control. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include outdoor classrooms, interpretive exhibits, hunting, fishing, trapping, wildlife observation, camping, law enforcement, and cooperating associations. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about new construction, rehabilitation, major maintenance, equipment utilization and replacement, communications systems, computer systems, and energy conservation. Refuge brochures are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Rice Lake National Wildlife Refuge including the Sandstone Unit and Mille Lacs National Wildlife Refuge summarizes activities during the 1994 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and climatic conditions. Land acquisition is also covered. The report includes a planning section which discusses the master plan, the management plan, public participation, research, and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, youth programs, manpower programs, volunteer programs, funding, safety, and technical assistance is given. Habitat management is also covered. Subjects include wetlands, forests, croplands, grasslands, haying, fire management, pest control, and private lands. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered species, threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds, waterbirds, shorebirds, raptors, game mammals, and fisheries resources. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include outdoor classrooms, interpretive exhibits, hunting, fishing, trapping, wildlife observation, camping, and law enforcement. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about new construction, rehabilitation, major maintenance, equipment utilization and replacement, computer systems, and energy conservation. Cooperative programs, other economic uses of the Refuge, and items of interest are provided at the end. Refuge brochures are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge summarizes Refuge activities during the 2003 fiscal year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge and a summary of the years highlights and climatic conditions. Information about monitoring and studies including surveys and censuses is provided next. Habitat restoration and management projects are also covered; activities include wetland restoration, upland restoration, water level management, prescribed burning, and vegetation control. Fish and wildlife management is discussed next with emphasis on bird banding, disease monitoring, and animal control. Coordination activities, such as interagency coordination, tribal coordination, private land activities, and Friends organizations, are outlined. The resource protection section provides information about law enforcement and wildfire preparedness. Information about public education and recreation is given including visitor services and outreach. Finally, comprehensive management planning, general administration, and safety are discussed in the Refuge planning and administration section.

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This annual narrative report for Rydell National Wildlife Refuge summarizes Refuge activities during the 2005 fiscal year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge and a summary of the years highlights and climatic conditions. Information about monitoring and studies including surveys and censuses is provided next. Habitat restoration and management projects are also covered; activities include wetland restoration, upland restoration, water level management, mowing, farming, timber management, prescribed burning, and vegetation control. Fish and wildlife management is discussed next with emphasis on nest structures and animal control. Coordination activities, such as interagency coordination, tribal coordination, and Friends organizations, are outlined. The resource protection section provides updates on law enforcement and wildfire preparedness. Information about public education and recreation is given including visitor services and outreach. Finally, comprehensive management planning and general administration are discussed in the Refuge planning and administration section. Refuge brochures, maps, and newsletters are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Glacial Ridge National Wildlife Refuge summarizes Refuge activities during the 2006 fiscal year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge and a summary of the years highlights and climatic conditions. Information about monitoring and studies including surveys and censuses is provided next. Habitat restoration and management projects are also covered; activities include wetland restoration, upland restoration, water level management, mowing, farming, timber management, prescribed burning, and vegetation control. Fish and wildlife management is discussed next with emphasis on nest structures and animal control. Coordination activities, such as interagency coordination, tribal coordination, and Friends organizations, are outlined. The resource protection section provides updates on law enforcement and wildfire preparedness. Information about public education and recreation is given including visitor services and outreach. Finally, comprehensive management planning and general administration are discussed in the Refuge planning and administration section. Refuge brochures and maps are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Seney National Wildlife Refuge, Michigan Islands National Wildlife Refuge, Harbor Island National Wildlife Refuge, Huron Islands National Wildlife Refuge, and Kirtlands Warbler National Wildlife Refuge summarizes activities during the 1997 calendar year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge and a summary of the years highlights and climatic conditions. Information about monitoring and studies including surveys and censuses is provided next. Habitat restoration and management projects are also covered; activities include wetland restoration, riverine restoration, water level management, haying, timber management, and fire management. Fish and wildlife management is discussed next with emphasis on bird banding, reintroductions, nest structures, and animal control. Coordination activities, such as Friends organizations, are outlined. The resource protection section provides information about law enforcement, contaminant investigations, and land acquisition. Information about public education and recreation is given including visitor services and outreach. Finally, general administration is discussed in the Refuge planning and administration section. Refuge brochures are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge summarizes Refuge activities during the 1999 fiscal year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge and a summary of the years highlights and climatic conditions. Information about monitoring and studies including surveys and censuses is provided next. Habitat restoration and management projects are also covered; activities include wetland restoration, upland restoration, water level management, timber management, prescribed burning, and vegetation control. Fish and wildlife management is discussed next with emphasis on disease monitoring and animal control. Coordination activities, such as interagency coordination, tribal coordination, private land activities, and Friends organizations, are outlined. The resource protection section provides information about law enforcement, wildfire preparedness, and cultural resources management. Information about public education and recreation is given including visitor services and outreach. Finally, general administration and safety are discussed in the Refuge planning and administration section.

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This annual narrative report for Rydell National Wildlife Refuge summarizes Refuge activities during the 2006 fiscal year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge and a summary of the years highlights and climatic conditions. Information about monitoring and studies including surveys and censuses is provided next. Habitat restoration and management projects are also covered; activities include wetland restoration, upland restoration, water level management, mowing, farming, timber management, prescribed burning, and vegetation control. Fish and wildlife management is discussed next with emphasis on nest structures and animal control. Coordination activities, such as interagency coordination, tribal coordination, and Friends organizations, are outlined. The resource protection section provides updates on law enforcement and wildfire preparedness. Information about public education and recreation is given including visitor services and outreach. Finally, comprehensive management planning and general administration are discussed in the Refuge planning and administration section. Refuge brochures, maps, and newsletters are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Seney National Wildlife Refuge, Michigan Islands National Wildlife Refuge, Harbor Island National Wildlife Refuge, Huron Islands National Wildlife Refuge, and Kirtlands Warbler National Wildlife Refuge summarizes activities during the 1998 calendar year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge and a summary of the years highlights and climatic conditions. Information about monitoring and studies including surveys and censuses is provided next. Habitat restoration and management projects are also covered; activities include wetland restoration, riverine restoration, water level management, haying, and fire management. Fish and wildlife management is discussed next with emphasis on bird banding, reintroductions, nest structures, and animal control. Coordination activities, such as Friends organizations, are outlined. The resource protection section provides information about law enforcement and land acquisition. Information about public education and recreation is given including visitor services and outreach. Finally, general administration is discussed in the Refuge planning and administration section.

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This annual narrative report for Rydell National Wildlife Refuge summarizes Refuge activities during the 2004 fiscal year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge and a summary of the years highlights and climatic conditions. Information about monitoring and studies including surveys and censuses is provided next. Habitat restoration and management projects are also covered; activities include wetland restoration, upland restoration, water level management, mowing, farming, timber management, prescribed burning, and vegetation control. Fish and wildlife management is discussed next with emphasis on nest structures and animal control. Coordination activities, such as interagency coordination, tribal coordination, and Friends organizations, are outlined. The resource protection section provides updates on law enforcement and wildfire preparedness. Information about public education and recreation is given including visitor services and outreach. Finally, comprehensive management planning and general administration are discussed in the Refuge planning and administration section. Refuge brochures, maps, and newsletters are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge summarizes Refuge activities during the 1996 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and climatic conditions. Land acquisition is also covered. The report includes a planning section which discusses the management plan, research, and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, manpower programs, volunteer programs, funding, and safety is given. Habitat management is also covered. Subjects include wetlands, grasslands, fire management, pest control, and private lands. The wildlife section of the report discusses endangered species, threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds, waterbirds, game mammals, and animal control. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include outdoor classrooms, interpretive exhibits, hunting, fishing, trapping, wildlife observation, and law enforcement. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about major maintenance, equipment utilization and replacement, communication systems, and computer systems. Cooperative programs and items of interest are provided at the end. Refuge brochures are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge summarizes Refuge activities during the 1997 fiscal year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge and a summary of the years highlights and climatic conditions. Information about monitoring and studies including surveys and censuses is provided next. Habitat restoration and management projects are also covered; activities include wetland restoration, upland restoration, water level management, timber management, prescribed burning, and vegetation control. Fish and wildlife management is discussed next with emphasis on animal control. Coordination activities, such as interagency coordination, tribal coordination, private land activities, and Friends organizations, are outlined. The resource protection section provides information about law enforcement, wildfire preparedness, cultural resource management, and land acquisition. Information about public education and recreation is given including visitor services and outreach. Finally, Refuge planning and administration including general administration and safety are discussed. Refuge brochures are newsletters are attached.

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This annual narrative report summarizes activities for Seney National Wildlife Refuge, Kirtlands Warbler National Wildlife Refuge, Harbor Island National Wildlife Refuge, Huron Islands National Wildlife Refuge, and Michigan Islands National Wildlife Refuge during the 1996 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and climatic conditions. Land acquisition is also covered. The report includes a planning section which discusses research and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, volunteer programs, funding, safety, and technical assistance is given. Habitat management is also covered. Subjects include wetlands, forests, fire management, pest control, and Farmers Home Administration Conservation Easements. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered species, threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds, waterbirds, shorebirds, raptors, game mammals, fisheries resources, wildlife propagation and stocking, marking, and banding. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include outdoor classrooms, interpretive exhibits, hunting, fishing, trapping, wildlife observation, camping, law enforcement, and cooperating associations. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about new construction, rehabilitation, major maintenance, equipment utilization and replacement, and computer systems. Refuge brochures and newsletters are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Rydell National Wildlife Refuge summarizes Refuge activities during the 1994 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and climatic conditions. Land acquisition is also covered. The report includes a planning section which discusses the master plan, the management plan, public participation, compliance with environmental and cultural resource mandates, research, and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, volunteer programs, funding, and safety is given. Habitat management is also covered. Subjects include wetlands, croplands, grasslands, haying, and pest control. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered species, threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds, waterbirds, shorebirds, raptors, game mammals, fisheries resources, wildlife propagation and stocking, animal control, marking, and banding. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include hunting, fishing, wildlife observation, and law enforcement. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about new construction, rehabilitation, major maintenance, equipment utilization and replacement, and energy conservation. Cooperative programs and items of interest are provided at the end.

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This annual narrative report for Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge summarizes Refuge activities during the 1992 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and climatic conditions. Land acquisition is also covered. 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, safety, and technical assistance is given. Habitat management is also covered. Subjects include wetlands, forests, grasslands, fire management, pest control, and private lands. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered species, threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds, waterbirds, shorebirds, game mammals, animal control, marking, banding, and disease control. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include outdoor classrooms, interpretive exhibits, hunting, fishing, trapping, and law enforcement. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about rehabilitation, major maintenance, equipment utilizationreplacement, communications systems, and computer systems. Cooperative programs and items of interest are provided at the end. Refuge brochures are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Rydell National Wildlife Refuge summarizes Refuge activities during the 1995 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and climatic conditions. Land acquisition is also covered. The report includes a planning section which discusses the master plan, the management plan, public participation, research, and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, volunteer programs, funding, and safety is given. Habitat management is also covered. Subjects include wetlands, croplands, grasslands, haying, and pest control. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered species, threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds, waterbirds, shorebirds, raptors, game mammals, fisheries resources, wildlife propagation and stocking, animal control, marking, and banding. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include hunting, fishing, wildlife observation, 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, computer systems, and energy conservation. Cooperative programs and items of interest are provided at the end.

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This annual narrative report summarizes activities for Seney National Wildlife Refuge, Kirtlands Warbler National Wildlife Refuge, Harbor Island National Wildlife Refuge, and Huron Islands National Wildlife Refuge during the 1993 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and climatic conditions. Land acquisition is also covered. The report includes a planning section which discusses compliance with environmental and cultural resource mandates, research, and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, volunteer programs, funding, safety, and technical assistance is given. Habitat management is also covered. Subjects include wetlands, forests, croplands, haying, fire management, pest control, water rights, and Farmers Home Administration Conservation Easements. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered species, threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds, waterbirds, shorebirds, raptors, game mammals, fisheries resources, wildlife propagation and stocking, marking, and banding. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include outdoor classrooms, interpretive exhibits, hunting, fishing, trapping, wildlife observation, camping, law enforcement, and cooperating associations. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about new construction, rehabilitation, major maintenance, equipment utilization and replacement, communications systems, computer systems, and energy conservation. Refuge brochures are attached.

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This annual narrative report summarizes activities for Seney National Wildlife Refuge, Kirtlands Warbler National Wildlife Refuge, Harbor Island National Wildlife Refuge, Huron Islands National Wildlife Refuge, and Michigan Islands National Wildlife Refuge during the 1995 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and climatic conditions. Land acquisition is also covered. The report includes a planning section which discusses public participation, research, and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, volunteer programs, funding, safety, and technical assistance is given. Habitat management is also covered. Subjects include wetlands, forests, haying, fire management, pest control, and Farmers Home Administration Conservation Easements. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered species, threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds, waterbirds, shorebirds, raptors, game mammals, fisheries resources, wildlife propagation and stocking, marking, and banding. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include outdoor classrooms, interpretive exhibits, hunting, fishing, trapping, wildlife observation, camping, law enforcement, and cooperating associations. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about new construction, rehabilitation, major maintenance, equipment utilization and replacement, communications systems, and computer systems. Refuge brochures and newsletters are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge summarizes Refuge activities during the 2004 fiscal year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge and a summary of the years highlights and climatic conditions. Information about monitoring and studies including surveys and censuses is provided next. Habitat restoration and management projects are also covered; activities include wetland restoration, water level management, moist soil management, farming, timber management, fire management, and vegetation control. Fish and wildlife management is discussed next with emphasis on bird banding, disease monitoring, and nest structures. Coordination activities, such as interagency coordination and private land activities, are outlined. The resource protection section provides information about law enforcement, permits, contaminant investigation, contaminant cleanup, and cultural resource management. Information about public education and recreation is given including visitor services and outreach. Finally, Refuge planning and administration are discussed. Michigan Islands NWR administered by Shiawassee NWR is summarized at the end. Refuge newsletters and brochures are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge summarizes Refuge activities during the 1998 fiscal year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge and a summary of the years highlights and climatic conditions. Information about monitoring and studies including surveys and censuses is provided next. Habitat restoration and management projects are also covered; activities include wetland restoration, upland restoration, water level management, timber management, prescribed burning, and vegetation control. Fish and wildlife management is discussed next with emphasis on animal control. Coordination activities, such as interagency coordination, tribal coordination, private land activities, and Friends organizations, are outlined. The resource protection section provides information about law enforcement, wildfire preparedness, cultural resource management, and land acquisition. Information about public education and recreation is given including visitor services and outreach. Finally, comprehensive management planning, general administration, and safety are discussed in the Refuge planning and administration section. Refuge brochures are newsletters are attached.