Summary

Description

This narrative report for Tule Lake National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments from September through December of 1956. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions, water conditions, and food and cover during this period. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, furbearers, predators, rodents, and raptors is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments, plantings, and collections and receipts. Resource management is outlined; topics include fur harvesting. A progress report on field investigations and applied research is included. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses, Refuge visitors, Refuge participation, hunting, and violations. Items of interest, NR forms, photographs, and narrative reports on Clear Lake National Wildlife Refuge, Upper Klamath National Wildlife Refuge, and Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge are attached.