Ron Popowski Oral History Transcript

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Ron tells about the journey in his career, including challenges he encountered due to his hearing impairment. Despite that, he demonstrates the enjoyment and fulfillment he got from his work. Ron’s story is told through interpretation.

Author(s)

Ron Popowski

Peggy Hobbs

Brianne Hersey

Publication date

Jun 12, 2024

Facility

Everglades Headwaters National Wildlife Refuge and Conservation Area

Everglades Headwaters National Wildlife Refuge, located within the biologically important Kissimmee River Basin of Florida, is an area considered as one of the great grassland and savanna landscapes of eastern North America.

National Wildlife Refuge

Vero Beach,FL

Media Usage Rights/License

Public Domain

Program

Pacific Southwest Region Section 7 Consultation

The Endangered Species Act (ESA) of 1973 provides a framework to conserve and protect endangered and threatened species and their habitats both domestically and abroad. Under Section 7 of the ESA, federal agencies are required to consult with us on action that they fund, authorize, permit, or carry...

Program

Subject tags

At-risk species

Disabilities

Endangered and/or Threatened species

Internship programs

Biologists (USFWS)

Volunteers

FWS and DOI Region(s)

Pacific Southwest

Southeast