Summary

Description

This annual narrative report for Northwest Montana Wetland Management District outlines District accomplishments during the 1986 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and weather conditions. The report includes a planning section which discusses research and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, volunteer programs, funding, and safety is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands, forests, croplands, grasslands, grazing, haying, and pest control. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered and threatened species, migratory birds, raptors, game mammals, and fisheries resources. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include outdoor classrooms, interpretive programs, recreational uses, and law enforcement. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about new construction and rehabilitation. Cooperative programs and items of interest are provided at the end. Photographs are attached.