Re: [CPEO-MEF] burn

[mthaeler@aol.com]

Although many NWRs are used by the military for military purposes, San Andres
National Wildlife Refuge's existence predates the creation of White Sands
Missile Range. The Refuge exists within the boundaries of WSMR and is managed

under a Co-operative Agreement where by the refuge will not be used for
ordnance training and testing. Whether their have been accidental drops is
unknown, but none have ever been found. The Refuge is the habitat for Desert
Big Horn Sheep. 
The habitat is high rocky mountain terrain with sparce vegetation. The burn
is to occur today, to improve the habitat. Severe drought conditions 
exist in the area.
Marianne Thaeler

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