Summary

Description

This annual narrative report for Crosby National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1997 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 personnel, youth programs, other manpower programs, volunteer programs, funding, safety, and technical assistance is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands, grasslands, grazing, haying, fire management, pest control, WPA easement monitoring, and private lands enhancement. The wildlife section of the report discusses endangered and threatened species, waterfowl, other migratory birds, game mammals, and other resident wildlife. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include interpretive programs, hunting, and law enforcement. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about equipment utilization and replacement. Cooperative programs and items of interest are provided at the end. A brief narrative report for Lake Zahl National Wildlife Refuge is included.