Summary

Description

This annual narrative report for Kirwin NWR outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1987 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 and management planning. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, youth programs, funding, safety, and technical assistance is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands, forests, croplands, grasslands, grazing, haying, fire management, pest control, and wilderness areas. The wildlife section of the report discusses endangered and threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds and waterbirds, shorebirds, raptors, game mammals, fisheries resources, and disease control. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include interpretive programs, hunting, fishing, 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, computer systems, and energy conservation. Cooperative programs and items of interest are provided at the end. Refuge brochures and field guides are attached.