Published By US Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of the Interior
Issued over 9 years ago
Summary
Description
This annual narrative report for Swan Lake National Wildlife Refuge summarizes Refuge 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 water level management, moist soil management, farming, prescribed burning, and vegetation control. Fish and wildlife management is discussed next with emphasis on bird banding, disease monitoring, and wildlife diversity. Coordination activities, such as interagency coordination, private land activities, and volunteer programs, are outlined. The resource protection section provides information about law enforcement, threats, conflicts, and easements. Information about public education and recreation is given including visitor services, hunting, and fishing. Finally, Refuge planning and administration are discussed.