Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge : Savanna District : Annual Narrative Report : Fiscal Year 1997
Published By US Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of the Interior
Issued over 9 years ago
Summary
Description
This narrative report for the McGregor District of the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge summarizes Refuge activities during January through September of 1997. 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, moist soil management, grazing, farming, timber management, fire management, and vegetation control. Fish and wildlife management is discussed next with emphasis on bird banding and pest control. Coordination activities, such as interagency coordination and private land activities, are outlined. The resource protection section provides information about law enforcement, permits, land acquisition support, and wilderness areas. Information about public education and recreation is given including visitor services, outreach, and trapping. Refuge planning and administration including general administration, safety, maintenance, volunteers, and personnel are discussed. The wildlife section is discusses endangered species, threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds, shorebirds, and raptors. Finally, items of interest and climatic conditions are discussed.