Chapters 1 - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Chapters 1 - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Chapters 1 - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
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Objective 3.2 - <strong>Wildlife</strong> Observation<br />
Comparison by Alternative<br />
Strategy<br />
Continue to provide opportunities for wildlife observation by maintaining<br />
in good condition the 0.6-mile interpretive trail system that extends from<br />
the native plant garden to Bolsa Avenue <strong>and</strong> on out to an observation deck.<br />
Continue to provide opportunities for wildlife observation by conducting<br />
regularly scheduled monthly tours, special group tours, <strong>and</strong> periodic<br />
special bird watching outings for interested groups <strong>and</strong> organizations.<br />
Exp<strong>and</strong> opportunities for wildlife observation by constructing an elevated<br />
observation platform within walking distance of the Refuge headquarters.<br />
By 2015, install video cameras in the least tern nesting area <strong>and</strong>/or the<br />
marsh to provide live images, available for viewing at the Refuge <strong>and</strong><br />
possibly on-line, of the activities occurring in these areas.<br />
Objective 3.3: Environmental Interpretation<br />
When funding is available, design <strong>and</strong> implement in partnership with NWSSB an exp<strong>and</strong>ed<br />
environmental interpretation program for the Refuge that will address multiple topics to<br />
reach a broad sector of the community.<br />
Rationale: The Seal Beach NWR, which is situated within a highly urbanized metropolitan area,<br />
provides an excellent opportunity for visitors to escape the urban environment <strong>and</strong> experience the<br />
natural coastal resources that once dominated the southern California coastline. The Refuge’s<br />
proximity to this urban area also provides the opportunity to interpret the mission of the NWRS<br />
<strong>and</strong> the many resources found on the Refuge. Interpretation should be exp<strong>and</strong>ed to more<br />
thoroughly address the Refuge’s full array of natural <strong>and</strong> cultural resources. Interpretive<br />
elements related to early Native American activities around Anaheim Bay are extremely limited.<br />
There is also a need within the Refuge Complex to identify innovative ways to reach new <strong>and</strong> nontraditional<br />
audiences through exp<strong>and</strong>ed partnerships, special events, <strong>and</strong> off-site programs.<br />
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Objective 3.3 - Environmental Interpretation<br />
Comparison by Alternative<br />
Strategy<br />
Continue to maintain the existing interpretive elements provided along the<br />
0.6-mile trail that connects the native plant garden to the observation deck.<br />
By 2015, develop a comprehensive interpretive video that will be shown in<br />
the visitor contact station during monthly tours of the Refuge.<br />
Design/install additional interpretive elements on the Refuge to showcase<br />
the fish, wildlife, <strong>and</strong> plant species supported on the Refuge, <strong>and</strong> interpret<br />
the history of the area <strong>and</strong> its importance to native cultures.<br />
Objective 3.4: Environmental Education<br />
In partnership with the Friends of Seal Beach, continue to provide opportunities for<br />
environmental education both on- <strong>and</strong> off-Refuge to reach 500 students annually.<br />
Rationale: Environmental education activities are essential to implementing the purposes of the<br />
Refuge <strong>and</strong> the mission of the NWRS. They also assist in getting children connected with nature.<br />
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