This document presents the Activities and Accomplishments Report of the Wildlife Management Institute (WMI), detailing its contributions to wildlife conservation and management. WMI operates as a non-profit organization focused on facilitating effective wildlife management through collaborative partnerships with state, federal, provincial, tribal, private, and non-profit conservation entities. This report outlines the diverse projects undertaken by WMI, all aimed at improving the future of wildlife management.
The report highlights WMI's proactive approach to identifying and addressing emerging issues in wildlife conservation. It provides insights into current collaborative efforts to solve pressing problems. Specifically, it details WMI's work on technical challenges, such as the loss of excise taxes from offshore purchases affecting the Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration Program. The report documents the identification of a $9 million annual loss and ongoing efforts to establish a collection mechanism.
Furthermore, the document describes WMI's partnership with NASA to bridge the gap between remote sensing data and practical conservation applications. It also covers WMI's support for state fish and wildlife agencies in developing R3 strategic plans, their Relevancy Roadmap, and providing technical skills training.
The report addresses capacity limitations within agencies and non-profit partners by detailing the implementation and enhancement of the Limited Term Employee (LTE) Program, which now offers comprehensive benefits. It outlines WMI's administrative support for various projects, including the Northeast Regional Conservation Needs Program, cold-water habitat conservation in the Delaware River watershed, regional population surveys, and New England cottontail restoration.
The document reiterates WMI's commitment to advancing wildlife management, promoting sustainable practices, and fostering stakeholder collaboration. It emphasizes the organization's dedication to addressing emerging conservation issues through innovative, science-based solutions. The report underscores the collaborative nature of wildlife conservation and acknowledges the contributions of all stakeholders.
