Summary

Description

This narrative report for Crescent Lake National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments from January through April of 1959. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions, habitat conditions, water conditions, and food and cover during this period. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, furbearers, predators, rodents, raptors, fish, reptiles, and disease is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments and wildfires. Resource management is outlined; topics include grazing, haying, and fur harvesting. A progress report on field investigations and applied research is also provided. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses, Refuge visitors, Refuge participation, and fishing. NR forms, photographs, and newspaper articles are attached. A short narrative report of North Platte National Wildlife Refuge is included.