Summary

Description

This narrative report for Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge summarizes refuge activities from calendar year 1971. The report begins with a summary of the weather and habitat conditions during the period. Water conditions and food and cover are described in this summary. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, fur animals, hawks, eagles and owls, other birds, fish, reptiles, and disease is also covered. The report includes a refuge development and maintenance section which discusses physical development, plantings, collections and receipts, control of vegetation, planned burning, and fires. Resource development is outlined; topics include grazing, haying, fur harvest, timber removal, commercial fishing, and other uses. A progress report on field investigations and applied research is also provided. The public relations section of the report discusses recreational uses, refuge visitors, refuge participation, hunting, violations, and safety. Items of interest, NR forms, and photographs are provided at the end of the report.