Partners in wildlife program

Being part of a federal agency, the Partners Program can also function as the lead agency for projects that require federal permitting. In certain areas, they have programmatic Section 7 coverage, which means they have incidental take coverage through programmatic permits. They can also assist with National Environmental Policy Act requirements, including cultural resources assessments.

The Partners Program recognizes the importance of RCDs, acknowledging that RCDs are tapped into key local resources concerns and connected to local private landowners, land managers and conservation organizations. Harvest Reports. Bear Encounters. Quick Links. Purchase Licenses. Wildlife Conservation Foundation.

Wildlife Diversity. Outdoor Oklahoma. Outdoor Calendar. Geographic focus areas define where the program directs resources to conserve habitat for federal trust species. Project work plans are developed strategically, in coordination with partners, and with substantial involvement from Service field staff. The Partners Program has cooperated with the Pennsylvania Game Commission, Pheasants Forever, Ducks Unlimited and California University of Pennsylvania to promote the use of native grasses in agricultural programs, including rotational grazing systems.

Other grassland management techniques include mowing, burning, planting both warm-season and cool-season grasses, and removing invasive plant species. Stream and Riparian Area Rejuvenation Streams and riparian streamside areas support fish, mussels, amphibians and serve as corridors that connect diverse fish and wildlife communities. Invasive Plant Species Control Invasive plant species are a major threat to fish and wildlife populations.

Invasive, exotic plants reduce native plant diversity and degrade fish and wildlife habitats. The Partners Program assists private landowners to control invasive plant species and restore native species. The Partners Program has worked to reduce multi-flora rose invasions and improve fields for grassland nesting birds.