South Texas Refuge Complex � Beyond the Boundaries

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Complete a landscape scale conservation effort in South Texas anchored around the South Texas Refuge Complex. This project will benefit the public by bringing in an excellent conservation partner to: (1) increase awareness of the public through outreach, education of unique conservation assets in South Texas, (2) to develop and implement conservation strategies, and (3) raise non-federal funds and support to implement conservation strategies. The specific objectives of this project are to: (1) develop a landscape scale conservation effort and develop a list of strategic conservation priorities with plans and recommended tools for implementation; (2) help the Service with outreach, education and communication among partner organizations and other stakeholders concerning the need to conserve key habitats proximate to the refuges and related to boundary expansion of the Lower Rio Grande Valley National Wildlife Refuge; and (3) provide technical assistance with the research, development and drafting proposals for funding opportunities with Federal, State, and nonprofit organizations.

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