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Lake Umbagog
National Wildlife Refuge

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Lake Umbagog NWR Purposes

 

To conserve wetlands of the Nation in order to maintain the public benefits they provide and to help fulfill international obligations contained in various migratory bird treaties and conventions  (Emergency Wetlands Resources Act of 1986)
For migratory bird management purposes (Migratory Bird Conservation Act (February 18, 1929)    

photo of Harper's MeadowHarper's Meadow 

Wetlands like this one provide prime feeding, breeding and nesting areas for waterfowl.  

 

Photo of greater yellowlegsGreater yellowlegs on the bank of the Magalloway
Migratory shorebirds stop on their long journeys to rest and refuel with the delicacies they find in the mud.

Photo of greater yellowlegs: USFWS image
Photo of Harper's Meadow: USFWS image

National Wildlife Refuge System Mission and Goals 

 

Mission

The mission of the System is to administer a national network of lands and waters for conservation, management, and where appropriate, restoration of fish, wildlife and plant resources and their habitats within the United States for the benefit of present and future generations of Americans.  (National Wildlife Refuge System Improvement Act of 1997)

Goals

To preserve, restore, and enhance in their natural ecosystems (when practicable) all species of animals and plants that are endangered or threatened with becoming endangered; 
To perpetuate the migratory bird resource;
To preserve a natural diversity and abundance of fauna and flora on refuge lands; and
To provide an understanding and appreciation of fish and wildlife ecology and man's role in his environment and to provide refuge visitors with high quality, safe, wholesome and enjoyable recreational experiences oriented toward wildlife to the extent these activities are compatible with the purposes for which the refuge was established.