Summary

Description

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.