This annual narrative report for Grasslands WMA outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1991 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the year's highlights and weather conditions. Land acquisition is covered. The report includes a planning section which discusses compliance with environmental and cultural resource mandates and research and investigations. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel and technical assistance is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands, grasslands, water rights, and WPA easements. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered and threatened species, waterfowl, marsh birds and waterbirds, shorebirds, and disease control. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include outdoor classrooms and interpretive programs. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about new construction and computer systems. Cooperative programs and items of interest are provided at the end. Newspaper articles are attached.
