Managing Wildlife Populations
Dusky Goose Survey: Biologist Stephens conducted goose surveys in Wahkiakum and Cowlitz counties. No dusky geese were observed during the survey efforts. However, several groups of cackling geese were counted, and a group of resident dark geese were seen near the Columbia River. These dark geese look nearly identical to dusky geese; however, this group was able to be distinguished because many had been collared by biologists during a previous summer on nearby islands in the river.
Providing Recreation Opportunities
Repair at Icehouse Complete: For the past few months the old Icehouse building at the Mineral Springs Access Area has had a large hole on the side of the building. Recently this hole was repaired with the help and coordination of the Wildlife team in Klickitat, which is very much appreciated!
Storm Damage: The recent storms that swept through the area have kept the access area staff members busy. As expected, trees and debris littered sites around the region especially at the Kress Lake trail. On two separate occasions (within a couple days) access area staff members cleared the trail of down trees blocking the path.