Summary

Description

This annual narrative report for the Mississippi Wetland Management District including Tallahatchie and Dahomey National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1999 calendar year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge. Highlights and weather conditions are summarized for the year. Information about monitoring and studies including surveys and censuses and studies and investigations is provided next. Habitat restoration and management projects are also covered; activities include wetland restoration, water level management, moist soil management, mowing, farming, prescribed burning, and vegetation control. Fish and wildlife management are discussed next with emphasis on nest structures and animal control. Coordination activities, such as interagency coordination and private land activities, are outlined. The resource protection section provides an update on law enforcement, wildfire preparedness, and land acquisition support. Information about public education and recreation is given including visitor services and outreach. Finally, general administration is discussed in the Refuge planning and administration section.