Summary

Description

This annual narrative report for Swan River National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1983 calendar year. The report begins with Refuge highlights and information about climatic conditions. Administrative topics are discussed, including personnel, volunteer programs, funding, safety, and technical assistance. Habitat management is covered; wetlands are discussed. The wildlife section of the report discusses endangered and threatened species, waterfowl, marsh and water birds, shorebirds, raptors, game mammals, other resident wildlife, and fishery resources. Interpretation and recreation activities are outlined; topics include information and interpretation, hunting, fishing, trapping, wildlife observation, and law enforcement. New construction is also covered. Cooperative programs and items of interest are discussed. Photographs and brochures are attached. A brief narrative on Northwest Montana Wetlands Management District is also included.