Summary

Description

This annual narrative report for Merced NWR 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 master plan, public participation, 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, croplands, grasslands, haying, pest control, and water rights. The wildlife section of the report discusses endangered and threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds and waterbirds, shorebirds, raptors, and disease control. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include hunting, 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 are provided at the end.