Refuge Objectives:  These are the overlying management goals for the refuge.

• To utilize refuge property as "a refuge and breeding ground for native birds and wild animals"
• To provide habitat and protection for those species of plants and animals whose survival is threatened or endangered
• To provide habitat and sanctuary for migratory birds consistent with the objectives of the Atlantic Flyway
• To maintain and enhance as needed the habitats of all other species of indigenous wildlife and fishery resources
• To manage furbearers, deer and other upland game species so their numbers will be compatible with other wildlife management goals
• To provide opportunities for environmental education, interpretation and quality-oriented recreation for the visiting public

Management Tools:  These are the tools refuge staff use to accomplish those goals.

• Water level management on 3,000 acres for the benefit of waterfowl, wading birds, wood storks, swallow tailed kites and shorebirds
• Prescribed fire
• Mechanical/chemical treatment of undesirable and or noxious plants
• Deer and feral hog management with public hunting
• Education/Interpretation
• Law enforcement