Assabet River NWR Final CCP - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

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- 2 - Chapter 1: Introduction and Background Map 1-1: Eastern Massachusetts National Wildlife Refuge Complex Assabet River NWR
Eastern Bluebird: Photo by Bruce Flaig Chapter 1: Introduction and Background sound principles of fish and wildlife conservation, in the protection, enhancement and restoration of trust resources. This plan is also needed to: provide a clear statement of desired future conditions for habitat, wildlife, visitors and facilities; provide refuge neighbors, visitors, and partners with a clear understanding of the reasons for management actions; ensure management reflects the policies and goals of the Refuge System and legal mandates; ensure the compatibility of current and future uses; review current boundaries of the refuges, and evaluate the need to revise boundaries to better achieve refuge purposes; provide long-term continuity and direction for refuge and Complex management; and, provide a basis for staffing and operations, maintenance, and the development of budget requests. Currently, there is no management plan in place for Assabet River NWR that establishes priorities or provides consistent direction for managing fish, wildlife, habitats, and public uses on the refuge. This plan will help to resolve issues related to control of nuisance and invasive species, public uses in conflict with wildlife needs, lack of opportunities for wildlife dependent recreation, and the needs of our federal trust wildlife species. The National Wildlife Refuge System Improvement Act of 1997 (Refuge Improvement Act; Public Law 105-57) requires that all NWRs have a CCP in place by 2012 to help fulfill the new mission of the Refuge System. The Refuge Improvement Act states that wildlife conservation is the priority of the Refuge System’s lands, and that the biological integrity, diversity, and environmental health of refuge lands shall be maintained. Additionally, the Refuge Improvement Act identifies six wildlife-dependent recreational uses that will receive priority consideration over other recreational uses of the refuge: wildlife observation and photography, hunting, fishing, environmental education, and interpretation. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Mission The Refuge System is managed by the Service, under the Department of the Interior. The mission of the Service is: “...working with others to conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, and plants and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people.” Comprehensive Conservation Plan - 3 -
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