Summary

Description

This annual narrative report for Rice Lake NWR and Mille Lacs NWR 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, fish, and disease is also covered. The Refuge development and maintenance section discusses physical developments, plantings, collections and receipts, vegetation control, prescribed burns, and wildfires. The resources management section discusses grazing, haying, fur harvesting, and timber removal. A progress report on field investigations and applied research is included. The public relations section of the report describes recreational uses, hunting, fishing, violations, and safety. Items of interest are attached.