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This annual narrative report for Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1988 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and weather conditions. The report includes a planning section which discusses the research and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel and funding is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands and water rights. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered and threatened species, migratory birds, game mammals, fisheries resources, and disease prevention and control. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include recreational uses and law enforcement. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about equipment replacement. Items of interest are provided at the end. Photographs and newspaper articles are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Bowdoin National Wildlife Refuge, Bowdoin Wetlands Management District, Creedman Coulee, Lake Thibadeau, Black Coulee, and Hewitt Lake outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1986 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and weather conditions. The report includes a planning section which discusses management planning and research and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, youth programs, volunteer programs, funding, and safety is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands, grasslands, and WPA easements. The wildlife section of the report discusses waterfowl, marsh birds and waterbirds, shorebirds, game mammals, marking and bird banding, and disease control. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include outdoor classrooms, interpretive programs, hunting, and law enforcement. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about new construction, major maintenance, and energy conservation. Cooperative programs and items of interest are provided at the end.

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This annual narrative report for William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge Complex outlines Refuge accomplishments from May through August of 1961. The narrative starts off with summarizing weather conditions, habitat conditions, water conditions, and food and cover. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, furbearers, predators, rodents, and fish are included. Resource management is described; topics include haying. NR forms are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Crescent Lake National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1981 calendar year. The report begins by describing the climate and habitat conditions in the Refuge, as well as the land acquisition program and system status. The construction and maintenance section describes physical developments, maintenance, and wildfires. The habitat management section discusses grasslands, wetlands, and wilderness and special areas. Wildlife including endangered and threatened species, migratory birds, big game animals, and raptors are discussed. The public relations sections describes recreational uses and enforcement. Field investigations, items of interest, NR forms, and photographs are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Bowdoin National Wildlife Refuge, Bowdoin Wetlands Management District, Creedman Coulee, Lake Thibadeau, Black Coulee, and Hewitt Lake outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1987 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and weather conditions. The report includes a planning section which discusses management planning and research and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, youth programs, volunteer programs, funding, and safety is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands, grasslands, and WPA easements. The wildlife section of the report discusses waterfowl, marsh birds and waterbirds, shorebirds, game mammals, marking and bird banding, and disease control. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include outdoor classrooms, interpretive programs, hunting, and law enforcement. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about new construction, major maintenance, and energy conservation. Cooperative programs, items of interest, and brochures are provided at the end.

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This narrative report for Northeastern Montana Wetland Management District outlines District accomplishments during the 1980 calendar year. The report begins with an introduction to the WMD and information about weather conditions, habitat conditions, land acquisition activities, and the system status. Construction and maintenance are also described. Habitat management is covered; croplands, grasslands, wetlands, and easements for waterfowl management are discussed. The wildlife section of the report discusses endangered and threatened species, migratory birds, mammals, and nonmigratory birds. Interpretation and recreation activities are outlined; topics include information and interpretation, recreation, and law enforcement. Cooperative programs are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1985 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and weather conditions. The report includes a planning section which discusses the research and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, funding, and safety is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands, forests, and grasslands. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered and threatened species, migratory birds, game mammals, fisheries resources, and disease prevention and control. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include interpretive programs, recreational uses, and law enforcement. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about new construction, rehabilitation, major maintenance, equipment replacement, communication systems, and energy conservation. Items of interest are provided at the end. Photographs and newspaper articles are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Browns Park NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1986 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and weather conditions. Land acquisition is covered. The report includes a planning section which discusses management plans. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, funding, and safety is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands, forests, grasslands, croplands, grazing, fire management, pest control, and wilderness and special areas. The wildlife section of the report discusses endangered and threatened species, migratory birds, game mammals, fisheries resources, wildlife propagation and stocking, and animal control. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include interpretive programs, hunting, recreational uses, and law enforcement. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about new construction, rehabilitation, major maintenance, equipment replacement, and communication systems. Cooperative programs and items of interest are provided at the end. Photographs and brochures are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Quivira National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1977 calendar year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge and information about climatic and habitat conditions, and the system status. Construction, maintenance, and wildfires are also described. Habitat management is covered; croplands, grasslands, wetlands, and wilderness and special areas are discussed. The wildlife section of the report discusses endangered species, migratory birds, mammals, and nonmigratory birds. Interpretation and recreation activities are outlined; topics include information and interpretation, recreation, and law enforcement. Field investigations, cooperative programs, items of interest, and safety information are discussed. NR forms and photographs are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1987 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and weather conditions. The report includes a planning section which discusses the research and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel and funding is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands and water rights. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered and threatened species, migratory birds, game mammals, fisheries resources, and disease prevention and control. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include recreational uses and law enforcement. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about equipment replacement. Items of interest are provided at the end.

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This annual narrative report for Arrowwood National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1984 calendar year. The report begins by giving a brief introduction to the Refuge, as well as the climatic and habitat conditions and land acquisition program during the year. The construction and maintenance section discusses construction, maintenance, and wildfires. Habitat management is discussed; topics include wetlands, croplands, grasslands, grazing, haying, fire management, pest control, and water rights. Wildlife including endangered and threatened species, migratory birds and mammals is also covered. The interpretation and recreation section discusses information and interpretation, recreation, and enforcement. Items of interest and photographs are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Arrowwood National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1985 calendar year. The report begins by giving a brief introduction to the Refuge, as well as the climatic and habitat conditions and land acquisition program during the year. The construction and maintenance section discusses construction, maintenance, and wildfires. Habitat management is discussed; topics include wetlands, croplands, grasslands, grazing, haying, fire management, pest control, and water rights. Wildlife including endangered and threatened species, migratory birds and mammals is also covered. The interpretation and recreation section discusses information and interpretation, recreation, and enforcement. Items of interest and photographs are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1986 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and weather conditions. The report includes a planning section which discusses the research and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, funding, and safety is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands and water rights. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered and threatened species, migratory birds, game mammals, fisheries resources, and disease prevention and control. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include interpretive programs, recreational uses, and law enforcement. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about major maintenance and equipment replacement. Items of interest are provided at the end. Photographs and newspaper articles are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Swan River National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1977 calendar year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge and information about climatic and habitat conditions, land acquisition, and the system status. Construction, and maintenance are also described. Habitat management is covered; croplands, grasslands, wetlands, forestlands, and wilderness and special areas are discussed. The wildlife section of the report discusses endangered and threatened species, migratory birds, mammals, and nonmigratory birds. Interpretation and recreation activities are outlined; topics include information and interpretation, recreation, and violations. Field investigations and items of interest are discussed. Photographs are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1983 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and weather conditions. The report includes a planning section which discusses the research and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, funding, and safety is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands, forests, grasslands, grazing, and pest control. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered and threatened species, migratory birds, game mammals, fisheries resources, surplus animal disposal, scientific collections, animal control, marking and bird banding, and disease prevention and control. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include outdoor classrooms, interpretive programs, recreational uses, and law enforcement. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about new construction, rehabilitation, major maintenance, equipment replacement, communication systems, and energy conservation. Cooperative programs and items of interest are provided at the end. Photographs are attached.

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This narrative report for Medicine Lake NWR, Lamesteer NWR, and Northeastern Montana WMD outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1974 fiscal year. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions, habitat conditions, water conditions, and food and cover during this period. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, raptors, 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, and fur harvesting. A progress report on field investigations and applied research is also provided. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses, Refuge visitors, Refuge participation, hunting, violations, and safety.

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This annual narrative report for Browns Park National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1975 fiscal year. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions, habitat conditions, water conditions, and food and cover conditions during the year. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, furbearers, predators, rodents, mammals, raptors, and fish is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments, vegetation control, and wildfires. Resource management is outlined; topics include grazing and haying. A progress report on field investigations and applied research is also provided. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses, Refuge participation, hunting, fishing, and safety.

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This annual narrative report for Lostwood National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1988 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and weather conditions. The report includes a planning section which discusses the management plan, compliance with environmental and cultural resource mandates, and research and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, youth programs, volunteer programs, funding, safety, and technical assistance is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands, forests, croplands, grasslands, grazing, haying, fire management, pest control, and wilderness and special areas. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered and threatened species, waterfowl, marsh and water birds, shorebirds, raptors, other migratory birds, other resident wildlife, and animal control. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include hunting, wildlife observation, and law enforcement. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about new construction, rehabilitation, equipment utilization and replacement, and computer systems. Cooperative programs and items of interest are provided at the end. Photographs, newspaper articles, and brochures are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Red Rock Lakes NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1981 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and weather conditions. The report includes a planning section which discusses management planning and public participation. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, funding, safety, and technical assistance is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands, grasslands, grazing, fire management, and water rights. The wildlife section of the report discusses endangered and threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds and waterbirds, shorebirds, raptors, game mammals, fisheries resources, animal control, and marking and bird banding. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include hunting, fishing, wildlife observation, outdoor recreation, and law enforcement. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about new construction, rehabilitation, major maintenance, equipment replacement, communication systems, computer systems, and energy conservation. Cooperative programs and items of interest are provided at the end.

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This annual narrative report for Ravalli National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1977 calendar year. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions and water conditions during the year. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, furbearers, predators, rodents, raptors, fish, and reptiles is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments. Resource management is outlined; topics include grazing. A progress report on field investigations and applied research is also provided. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses, hunting, and violations.

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This annual narrative report for Northwest Montana Wetland Management District outlines District accomplishments during the 1990 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and weather conditions. Land acquisition is covered. The report includes a planning section which discusses the management plan, compliance with environmental and cultural resource mandates, and research and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, volunteer programs, funding, safety, and technical assistance is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands, forests, croplands, grasslands, grazing, haying, pest control, and water rights. The wildlife section of the report endangered and threatened species, waterfowl, marsh and water birds, shorebirds, raptors, other migratory birds, game mammals, other resident wildlife, fisheries resources, and animal control. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include outdoor classrooms, interpretive programs, hunting, fishing, trapping, and law enforcement. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about new construction, rehabilitation, and equipment utilization and replacement. Cooperative programs are provided at the end. Photographs are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Ravalli National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1976 calendar year. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions and water conditions during the year. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, furbearers, predators, rodents, raptors, fish, and reptiles is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments. Resource management is outlined; topics include grazing. A progress report on field investigations and applied research is also provided. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses, hunting, and violations.

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This narrative report for Lower Souris NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments from January through April of 1945. 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, rodents, mammals, and raptors is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments and plantings. Resource management is outlined; topics include grazing, haying, and fur harvesting. The public relations section of the report describes Refuge visitors and Refuge participation. Items of interest, NR forms, and photographs are attached.

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This narrative report for Medicine Lake NWR, Lamesteer NWR, and Northeastern Montana WMD outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1975 fiscal year. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions, habitat conditions, water conditions, and food and cover during this period. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, raptors, 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, and fur harvesting. A progress report on field investigations and applied research is also provided. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses, Refuge visitors, Refuge participation, hunting, violations, and safety. Photographs are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Ravalli National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1974 fiscal year. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions and water conditions during the year. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, furbearers, predators, rodents, raptors, fish, and reptiles is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments. Resource management is outlined; topics include grazing. A progress report on field investigations and applied research is also provided. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses, hunting, and violations.