Forests & Wildlife
Comments on the Everglades Headwaters Proposal
To protect and conserve the natural resources and wildlife habitat in the Kissimmee River Valley, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed to create the Everglades Headwaters National Wildlife Refuge and Conservation Area. The goal is to provide recreational opportunities, connect fragmented lands to create wildlife corridors, and improve water quality in the Everglades watershed.
Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR)
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) released a draft management plan to protect and restore plant and wildlife habitat in ANWR. This 19-million-acre refuge is the largest area of protected wilderness in the U.S. It is well known for its rich abundance of wildlife, wilderness areas, and recreational opportunities.