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Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge Comprehensive Conservation Plan U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge Comprehensive Conservation Plan April2006 United States Department of the Interior FISH AND Wll...DLIFE SERVICE P.O. Box 1306 Albuquerque, New Mexico 87103 In Reply Refer To: R2/NWRS-PLN JUN 0 5 2006 Dear Reader: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) is proud to present to you the enclosed Comprehensive Conservation Plan (CCP) for the Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge (Refuge). This CCP and its supporting documents outline a vision for the future of the Refuge and specifies how this unique area can be maintained to conserve indigenous wildlife and their habitats for the enjoyment of the public for generations to come. Active community participation is vitally important to manage the Refuge successfully. By reviewing this CCP and visiting the Refuge, you will have opportunities to learn more about its purpose and prospects. We invite you to become involved in its future. The Service would like to thank all the people who participated in the planning and public involvement process. Comments you submitted helped us prepare a better CCP for the future of this unique place. Sincerely, Tom Baca Chief, Division of Planning Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge Comprehensive Conservation Plan Sherman, Texas Prepared by: United States Fish and Wildlife Service Division of Planning Region 2 500 Gold SW Albuquerque, New Mexico 87103 Comprehensive conservation plans provide long-term guidance for management decisions and set forth goals, objectives, and strategies needed to accomplish refuge purposes and identify the Service’s best estimate of future needs. These plans detail program planning levels that are sometimes substantially above current budget allocations and, as such, are primarily for Service strategic planning and program prioritization purposes. The plans do not constitute a commitment for staffing increases, operational and maintenance increases, or funding for future land acquisition. COMPREHENSIVE CONSERVATION PLAN APPROVAL for the Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge, Sherman, TX The attached Comprehensive Conservation Plan for the Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge has been prepared by Regional Office and Refuge Staff. The contents and format are found to be in compliance with Service Policy on the preparation of Comprehensive Conservation Plans, and is hereby submitted for approval. Approved by : Concurrence by: Date~· Date// Concurrence by: ~C~\,,R~e-g-io_n_a_l~~-----#~~~~~~~ Date 1 U.S. Fis TABLE OF CONTENTS VISION .................................................................... 1 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND .............................. 3 Purpose and Need for Action ............................................. 3 Coordination with Texas Parks and Wildlife Department ...................... 4 Legal, Policy, and Administrative Guidance................................. 4 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Mission and Goals ............................ 5 National Wildlife Refuge System Mission and Goals .......................... 6 The Ecosystem Approach to Management .................................. 7 The Arkansas/Red Rivers Ecosystem ...................................... 8 Area of Ecological Concern............................................... 9 Refuge Purposes and History............................................ 10 Relationship to other Migratory Bird Conservation Initiatives ................ 17 CHAPTER 2 PLANNING PERSPECTIVES, PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT AND REFUGE ISSUES ............................................................. 21 Planning Perspectives ................................................. 21 Public Involvement .................................................... 21 Refuge Issues and Challenges ........................................... 22 Expected Planning Outcomes ........................................... 26 CHAPTER 3 REFUGE ENVIRONMENT ........................................... 27 Refuge General Description ............................................. 27 Refuge Resources ..................................................... 29 Vegetation ........................................................... 29 Wildlife ............................................................. 35 Rare or Declining Species............................................... 39 Research ............................................................ 44 Research Natural Areas ................................................ 44 Climate ............................................................. 47 Physiography and Geology .............................................. 47 Soils ................................................................ 47 Land Use ............................................................ 48 Water Quality ........................................................ 54 Fire Management ..................................................... 54 Archaeological, Cultural, and Historical Resources .......................... 58 Visitor Services ....................................................... 59 Volunteers ........................................................... 66 Socioeconomic Features ................................................ 69 Population ........................................................... 70 Economic Growth ..................................................... 70 CHAPTER 4 REFUGE ADMINISTRATION ......................................... 71 General Administration ................................................ 71 Refuge Staffing ....................................................... 71 Memorandums of Understanding and Other Agreements..................... 71 Other Land Management Issues ......................................... 72 i CHAPTER 5 HAGERMAN NWR MANAGEMENT PROGRAM - GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND STRATEGIES .................................................. 75 CHAPTER 6 PLAN IMPLEMENTATION ........................................... 93 Resource Projects ..................................................... 93 Current and Proposed Funding and Personnel Partnership Opportunities .............................................. 96 Step-Down Management Planning ....................................... 96 Refuge Program Monitoring and Evaluation .............................. 100 Monitoring and Evaluation of the CCP ................................... 100 Intra-Service Section 7 ................................................ 100 LIST OF PREPARERS ........................................................... 101 REFERENCES .................................................................. 103 APPENDICES: A. Hagerman NWR Species List B. Refuge Operating Needs System (RONS) C. Maintenance Management System (MMS) D. Compatibility Determinations E. Key Legislation and Service Policies ii VISION For the next 15 years, the Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge will continue to manage for native biological diversity of fish and wildlife species with an emphasis on migratory birds. In partnership with private landowners, conservation organizations and governmental agencies, Refuge management will focus on enhancing and restoring the mosaic of native grasslands, riparian forests, woodlands, and wetland communities for the benefit of fish and wildlife resources. Public use programs will continue to promote the public’s enjoyment of the outdoors and provide visitors with a greater understanding and appreciation for fish and wildlife species and their habitats. A new visitor center will provide opportunities for visitors to learn about this unique wildlife haven on Lake Texoma through expanded educational and interpretive programs. In addition to a visitor center, the Refuge will provide the public with quality roads and trails, an auto tour loop, and an observation deck overlooking Lake Texoma. People of all ages will be able to enjoy the Refuge and its inhabitants through quality wildlife-oriented recreational opportunities such as wildlife observation, photography, hunting and fishing activities. Mutual stewardship is key to successful wildlife conservation. Through effective management and partnering, the Refuge will continue to conserve the fish, wildlife and plant resources of north-central Texas for the continuing benefit of the American people for present and future generations. It is hoped that when visitors leave the Refuge, they will not only have enjoyed an outdoor experience, but will have gained a better understanding and appreciation of their natural heritage. by Bonnie Swarbrick Hagerman NWR Comprehensive Conservation Plan Page 1 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND This Draft Comprehensive Conservation Plan and Environmental Assessment (CCP/EA) has been prepared for the Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge (Refuge). The goals and objectives contained in this document reflect a “wildlife first” management theme. The National Wildlife Refuge System Improvement Act of 1997 established the primacy of the management of wildlife on the nation’s National Wildlife Refuges and focus on issues pertaining to the Refuge. The Refuge will manage for biodiversity with emphasis on protection and enhancement of habitat for waterfowl and other wildlife. The Refuge, along with adjacent lands, form an area that will be considered in this plan as the “Area of Ecological Concern” (USFWS 1985). The Purpose and Need for Action The management actions proposed in this document are intended to result first and foremost in achievement of the refuge purposes, and the mission of the National Wildlife Refuge System (Refuge System or System). The
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