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This narrative report for Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments from September to December 1948. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions and water conditions during this period. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, furbearers, predators, and fish is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments, plantings, and collections and receipts. Resource management is outlined; topics include grazing, haying, fur harvesting, and timber removal. A progress report on field investigations and applied research is also provided. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses, Refuge visitors, and violations. NR forms are attached

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This checklist contains 46 species which may be found on Stillwater Wildlife Management Area. A key to mammalian families based on Halls Mammals of Nevada is included.

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This Grassland Management Plan for Swan Lake National Wildlife Refuge provides an overview of the Refuge, a list of special considerations affecting grassland management, the Refuges native grassland objectives, resource inventory data, and a summary of grassland management units.

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This narrative report for Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments from September to December 1943. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions and water conditions during this period. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, furbearers, predators, and fish is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments, plantings, and collections and receipts. Resource management is outlined; topics include grazing, haying, fur harvesting, and timber removal. A progress report on field investigations and applied research is also provided. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses, Refuge visitors, and violations. NR forms are attached

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This SeaLevel Affecting Marshes Model SLAMM report presents a model for projecting the effects of sealevel rise on coastal marshes and related habitats on Bombay Hook NWR. The model is spatially explicit, using GIS technology to produce maps and tables that summarize the projected effects. The SLAMM simulations include five primary processes that affect wetland fate under different scenarios of sealevel rise including: inundation, erosion, overwash, saturation, and accretion.

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The Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge Law Enforcement Plan clarifies U.S. Fish and Wildlife enforcement policies as they apply to the Refuge. It provides information about problems, responsibilities, procedures, and situations. Specific topics include: law enforcement problems, personnel, objectives, authority and jurisdiction, chain of command, patrol procedures, use of equipment, enforcement, and emergency procedures. Also includes the Refuges Crowd Control Plan.

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This monthly activity report for Hatchie National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during June and July 1968. The report summarizes weather conditions, personnel activities, wildlife use, physical development and management during the period.

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The Emergency Wetlands Resources Act of 1986 authorizes the Fish and Wildlife Service to collect entrance fees within selected units of the National Wildlife Refuge System. The purpose of this legislation is to provide additional revenues for the conservation of wetland resources of the nation and for the operation and maintenance of existing refuges. Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge meets the criteria set forth in the act for implementation of such an entrance permit system. This document outlines the details for implemenmtation of such a system for this refuge

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This factsheet describes hydrogeomorphic HGM analysis, a threestep process used to evaluate riparian and wetland ecosystems and surrounding landscapes.

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This SeaLevel Affecting Marshes Model SLAMM report presents a model for projecting the effects of sealevel rise on coastal marshes and related habitats on Back Bay NWR. The model is spatially explicit, using GIS technology to produce maps and tables that summarize the projected effects. The SLAMM simulations include five primary processes that affect wetland fate under different scenarios of sealevel rise including: inundation, erosion, overwash, saturation, and accretion.

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The Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge Law Enforcement Plan clarifies U.S. Fish and Wildlife enforcement policies as they apply to the Refuge. It provides information about problems, responsibilities, procedures, and situations. Specific topics include: law enforcement problems, personnel, objectives, authority and jurisdiction, chain of command, patrol procedures, use of equipment, enforcement, and emergency procedures. Also includes the Refuges Crowd Control Plan.

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This SeaLevel Affecting Marshes Model SLAMM report presents a model for projecting the effects of sealevel rise on coastal marshes and related habitats on Blackbeard Island NWR. The model is spatially explicit, using GIS technology to produce maps and tables that summarize the projected effects. The SLAMM simulations include five primary processes that affect wetland fate under different scenarios of sealevel rise including: inundation, erosion, overwash, saturation, and accretion.

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This SeaLevel Affecting Marshes Model SLAMM report presents a model for projecting the effects of sealevel rise on coastal marshes and related habitats on Archie Carr NWR. The model is spatially explicit, using GIS technology to produce maps and tables that summarize the projected effects. The SLAMM simulations include five primary processes that affect wetland fate under different scenarios of sealevel rise including: inundation, erosion, overwash, saturation, and accretion.

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The Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge Wildlife Inventory Plan outlines the strategy, techniques and purpose of a wildlife inventory on the Refuge. Futhermore the plans covers the logistics of completing a wildlife census in each habitat unit and how it relates to the Refuges general objectives.

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This Sea Level Affecting Marshes Model SLAMM report presents a model for projecting the effects of sealevel rise on coastal marshes and related habitats on Mashpee National Wildlife Refuge. The model is spatially explicit, using GIS technology to produce maps and tables that summarize the projected effects. The SLAMM simulations include five primary processes that affect wetland fate under different scenarios of sea level rise including: inundation, erosion, overwash, saturation, and salinity.

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The Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge Fishery Management Plan states the broad goals for fish management and outlines on a lake by lake basis the steps necessary to acheive these goals. Responsibilites of the Refuge for fishery mangement include furnishing personnel, materials, services and facilities necessary to achieve fish management goals. TheRefuge will assist by providing consultation, assistance in fish collections, fishery surveys, law enforcement, and as available fish for stocking Refuge waters from its State Fish Hatchery System.

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The purpose of the study summarized in this report was do determine if inorganic contaminants were responsible for the recent declines in reproductive success of American white pelicans that nest on Anaho Island. Concentrations of various metals and trace elements were measured in the pelican eggs, and the results were compared to a study done at Malheur NWR in 1996.

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This narrative report for Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments from May to August 1951. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions and water conditions during the period. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, furbearers, predators, and fish is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments, plantings, collections, receipts, and prescribed burning. Resource management is outlined; topics include grazing, haying, fur harvesting, and timber removal. A progress report on field investigations and applied research is also provided. The public relations section of the report describes physical developments, Refuge visitors, recreational uses, hunting, fishing, violations, and safety. Attachments include items of interest, NR forms, and photographs.

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This SeaLevel Affecting Marshes Model SLAMM report presents a model for projecting the effects of sealevel rise on coastal marshes and related habitats on Bayou Sauvage NWR. The model is spatially explicit, using GIS technology to produce maps and tables that summarize the projected effects. The SLAMM simulations include five primary processes that affect wetland fate under different scenarios of sealevel rise including: inundation, erosion, overwash, saturation, and accretion.

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The Swan Lake National Wildlife Refuge was established to provide nesting, resting and feeding area for waterfowl. The Refuge management priority goals include; enhance refuge habitats to maintain or increase use by endangered species, provide necessary food and protection to support migrating and wintering Canada geese and other waterfowl, and maintain wildlife diversity.

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This plan considers fire on Chautauqua National Wildlife Refuge as a tool for management and as a potential problem to be dealt with. This document discusses environmental impacts and alternatives covering implementation of fire management on the Refuge. The use of prescribed burning for manipulating vegetation to benefit wildlife and to maintain desirable plant communities is also presented. Burn unit charts and miscellaneous management forms are included.

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This narrative report for Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments from May to August of 1950. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions and water conditions during the period. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, and furbearers is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments, plantings, collections, receipts, and prescribed burning. Resource management is outlined; topics include grazing, haying, fur harvesting, and timber removal. A progress report on field investigations and applied research is also provided. The public relations section of the report describes physical developments, Refuge visitors, recreational uses, hunting, fishing, violations, and safety. Attachments include items of interest, NR forms, and photographs.

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This report provides an overview of the Washoe Project Act. Trout populations in Pyramid Lake began to decline in the 1930s due to poor water quality and poor accessibility to spawning areas in the Truckee River. A stocking program began in 1954, and a plan is under study to partially restore the fishery of Pyramid Lake through natural propagation in Truckee River.

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This is the Development Plan for Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge. Once developed, the Refuge will hold large concentrations of ducks and geese with compatible populations of other wild animals and birds. Refuge objectives, wildlife management goals, recreational aims, proposed developments, and benefits are covered in this plan.

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This Comprehensive Conservation Plan CCP was written to guide management on John Hay NWR for the next 15 years. This plan outlines the Refuge vision and purpose and describes how John Hay NWR will contribute to the overall mission of the Refuge System. The plan provides an introduction to the Refuge, an overview of the CCP process, information about the management direction and consultation, and strategies for implementation. Key planning issues include: wildlife management, habitat management, and public use.