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At this time, pending the review and implementation of a Comprehensive Conservation Plan (CCP) and an Environmental Assessment (EA), Grass Lake National Wildlife Refuge is currently closed to the public.
Activities
At this time, pending the review and implementation of a Comprehensive Conservation Plan (CCP) and an Environmental Assessment (EA), Grass Lake National Wildlife Refuge is currently closed to the public.
Other Facilities in the Complex
Residing within the boundaries of the Charles M. Russell Wetland Management District, this Refuge is managed as part of the Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge Complex. A National Wildlife Refuge Complex is an administrative grouping of two or more Refuges, wildlife management areas, or other Refuge conservation areas that are primarily managed from a central office location. Refuges are grouped into a complex structure structure
Something temporarily or permanently constructed, built, or placed; and constructed of natural or manufactured parts including, but not limited to, a building, shed, cabin, porch, bridge, walkway, stair steps, sign, landing, platform, dock, rack, fence, telecommunication device, antennae, fish cleaning table, satellite dish/mount, or well head.
Learn more about structure because they occur in a similar ecological region, such as a watershed or specific habitat type, and have a related purpose and management needs. Typically, a project leader or complex manager oversees the general management of all Refuges within the complex and Refuge managers are responsible for operations at specific Refuges. Supporting staff, composed of administrative, law enforcement, Refuge management, biological, fire, visitor services, and maintenance professionals, are centrally located and support all Refuges within the complex.
The District Manager for the Charles M. Russell Wetland Management District serves as the manager for Grass Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
Rules and Policies
At this time, pending the review and implementation of a Comprehensive Conservation Plan (CCP) and an Environmental Assessment (EA), Grass Lake National Wildlife Refuge is currently closed to the public.
Locations
The Refuge is located approximately 7.1 miles east of Rapelje, Montana. From Rapelje, drive the Molt Rapelje road east for 7.1 miles. Then turn south on an unimproved two-track road for .7 miles until reaching the Refuge parking area.