Summary

Description

This annual narrative report for Sand Lake WMD outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1983 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and weather conditions. Land acquisition is covered. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, funding, and safety is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands, croplands, grasslands, grazing, pest control, and WPA easements. The wildlife section of the report discusses waterfowl, marsh birds and waterbirds, shorebirds, raptors, game mammals, fisheries resources, and wildlife propagation. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include outdoor classrooms, hunting, fishing, trapping, and wildlife observation. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about new construction and rehabilitation. Items of interest are provided at the end.