Bosque del Apache NWR
Southwest Region
"Conserving the Nature of America"
 
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Research & Monitoring

 

Bosque del Apache NWR hosts a number of research projects – from sandhill crane migration to restoration of groundwater hydrology – in conjunction with universities, other national wildlife refuges, conservation organizations, and state and federal agencies.  Research helps Refuge biologists develop and adapt management techniques, determine priorities, and learn more about the plants and animals with which we are entrusted.

Follow the link to the right for examples of current research projects or for more information on conducting research on the Refuge.

For individuals interested in conducting research or monitoring on the refuge, you must apply for a special use permit, due March 1 of each year.  You can download the current research guidelines and application form by clicking on the link to the right.  The application should be submitted electronically in a word processor format. 

For questions, contact:

John Vradenburg

Senior Biologist - Bosque Del Apache NWR

P.O. Box 280

San Antonio, NM 87832

Tel:  575-835-1828

Guidelines & Application to Conduct Research at BDA (fillable .pdf)

Current Research Projects

 

 

 

 

 

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Last updated: January 8, 2013
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