[2] The refuge includes shallow freshwater marshes, open water, grassy uplands, and croplands that are intensively managed to provide foraging and breeding habitat for waterfowl and other animals.

The market hunting of migratory birds in the late 19th century created the need for preservation and creation of a wildlife refuge.

The refuge provides wildlife-related public services, including education, hunting, and viewing and photography opportunities.

Conservation and management activities include the maintenance of a local water infrastructure and the monitoring of the interaction between agriculture and habitat.

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