Summary

Description

This annual narrative report for Detroit Lakes Wetland Management District outlines District accomplishments during the 1986 calendar year. The report begins by giving brief District highlights and describing the climate and habitat conditions in the District, as well as the land acquisition program, funding, and system status. The planning section details the master plan, management plan, public participation, compliance with environmental mandates, and research and investigation. Administration describes personnel, youth programs, other manpower programs, funding, safety, and technical assistance. The habitat management section discusses wetlands, croplands, grasslands, haying, prescribed fire, vegetation control, and easements for waterfowl management. Wildlife including endangered and threatened species, migratory birds, game mammals, and animal control are discussed. The public relations sections describes information and interpretation, recreational uses, and enforcement. The construction and maintenance section describes recent construction, rehabilitation, equipment utilization and replacement, energy conservation, communications systems, and computer systems. Cooperative programs and items of interest are discussed. Photographs and brochures are attached.