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This annual narrative report for Long Lake NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1982 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 master plan, management planning, public participation, and compliance with environmental and cultural resource mandates. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, funding, and safety is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands, forests, croplands, grasslands, grazing, haying, fire management, pest control, water rights, and WPA easements. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered and threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds and waterbirds, shorebirds, game mammals, fisheries resources, animal control, and disease control. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include hunting, fishing, trapping, 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, and energy conservation. Cooperative programs and items of interest are provided at the end.

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This annual narrative report for Browns Park National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1974 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 narrative report for Kirwin NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1976 calendar year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge and information about weather conditions, habitat conditions, and the system status. Maintenance and wildfires are also described. Habitat management is covered; croplands, grasslands, wetlands, and wilderness 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 law enforcement. Field investigations, cooperative programs, items of interest, and safety information are attached.

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This annual narrative report for the Long Lake NWR and Slade NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1973 calendar 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, fish, and diseases is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments, plantings, and collections and receipts. Resource management is outlined; topics include grazing and haying. 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 highlights and accomplishments during the 1973 fiscal year.

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This narrative report for Northeastern Montana Wetland Management District outlines District accomplishments during the 1978 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 narrative report for Kirwin NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1977 calendar year. The report begins with an introduction to the Refuge and information about weather conditions, habitat conditions, and the system status. Maintenance and wildfires are also described. Habitat management is covered; croplands, grasslands, wetlands, and wilderness 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 law enforcement. Field investigations, cooperative programs, items of interest, and safety information are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Charles M. Russell NWR including the satellite refuges outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1982 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 master plan, public participation, 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, water rights, and wilderness areas. The wildlife section of the report discusses endangered and threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds and waterbirds, shorebirds, raptors, game mammals, fisheries resources, wildlife propagation, surplus animal disposal, animal control, marking and bird banding, and disease control. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include interpretive programs, hunting, fishing, 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, and energy conservation. Items of interest are provided at the end.

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This annual narrative report for Northeastern Montana Wetlands District outlines accomplishments during the 1981 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 funding is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands, croplands, grasslands, pest control, water rights, and WPA easements. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered and threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds and waterbirds, shorebirds, raptors, game mammals, and fisheries resources. The public uses of the District described in this report include outdoor classrooms, hunting, and trapping. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about rehabilitation.

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This annual narrative report for Kirwin NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1974 fiscal year. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions and habitat conditions during the year. Wildlife including migratory birds, upland game birds, big game animals, and raptors is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments. Resource management is outlined; topics include haying. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses, hunting, and safety. NR forms are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Crescent Lake National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during 1973. The report consists of monthly summaries that comprise of Refuge highlights, weather conditions, problems, and public relations.

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This narrative report for Northwest Montana Wetland Management District outlines District accomplishments during the 1977 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 forests 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. Field investigations, cooperative programs, and items of interest are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Arapaho National Wildlife Refuge summarizes refuge activities during January to June 1973.

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This annual narrative report for Crescent Lake National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1979 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 narrative report for Ardoch Lake and Kelly Slough National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments from January to April of 1963. The report begins by summarizing the weather conditions, habitat conditions, water conditions, and food and cover during this period. Wildlife including migratory birds is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments. Items of interest are attached

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This annual narrative report for Browns Park NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1980 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 public participation and compliance with environmental and cultural resource mandates. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, funding, safety, and technical assistance is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands, forests, grasslands, grazing, fire management, water rights, and wilderness areas. The wildlife section of the report discusses endangered and threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds and waterbirds, shorebirds, raptors, game mammals, fisheries resources, and animal control. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include interpretive programs, hunting, fishing, trapping, 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, and energy conservation. Cooperative programs and items of interest are provided at the end. Refuge brochures are attached.

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This annual narrative report for Crescent Lake National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1980 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 Browns Park NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1982 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 public participation and compliance with environmental and cultural resource mandates. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, funding, safety, and technical assistance is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands, forests, grasslands, grazing, fire management, water rights, and wilderness areas. The wildlife section of the report discusses endangered and threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds and waterbirds, shorebirds, raptors, game mammals, fisheries resources, and animal control. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include interpretive programs, hunting, fishing, trapping, 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, and energy conservation. Cooperative programs and items of interest are provided at the end.

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This narrative report for Bowdoin NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments from September through December of 1947. 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, 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 and fur harvesting. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses, Refuge visitors, Refuge participation, hunting, fishing, and violations. NR forms and photographs are attached. An update on Lake Thibedeau, Creedmans Coulee, Black Boulee, and Hewitt Lake Easement Refuge is also included.

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This annual narrative report for Browns Park National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments between July and December of 1975. 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 Browns Park National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1972 calendar 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, prescribed burning, 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 visitors, Refuge participation, hunting, violations, and safety. NR forms and newspaper articles are attached.

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This report describes activities on Sand Lake Migratory Waterfowl Refuge during March of 1938. Weather conditions, waterfowl, upland game, fur and predator control, CCC work, WPA work, and administration are discussed. Photographs are attached.

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This report summarizes water management on Benton Lake NWR during 1993. Water rights and water conditions are discussed.

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The tables and graphs provided in this Excel Workbook summarize water use, water balance, gauge readings, pumping data, and marsh unit elevations on Benton Lake NWR and WMD during 2005.

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This narrative report summarizes activities on Lake Andes and Lake Arconge NWRs between February and April of 1942. Water conditions, structures, and wildlife are covered.