Summary

Description

This narrative for Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge summarizes refuge activities for calendar year 1992. The report begins with a summary of climatic conditions and land acquisition during the period. A planning section outlines management plans, compliance projects, and research conducted in the refuge. The administration section covers refuge programs and staffing. Habitat management discusses croplands, grasslands, wetlands, forestlands, wilderness, and special areas. The wildlife section of the report covers endangered species, threatened species, waterfowl, migratory birds, mammals, fisheries resources, and wildlife propagation. The public use section outlines recreational use, refuge visitation, interpretative exhibits, and law enforcement. Equipment needs and facilities projects are discussed next. Items of interest are provided at the end of the report.