Okanogan Sharp tailed Grouse
WWRP Applicant:
Dept of Fish & Wildlife
RCO Project Number:
91-8280
County:
Okanogan
Legislative District:
7th
WWRP Account:
Habitat Conservation
WWRP Category:
Critical Habitat
WWRP Grant:
$3,630,324
Project Type:
Acquisition
Acres Protected:
4700
Date Funded:
1990
Description:
This agreement is for the acquisition of grassland habitat areas in Okanogan County, totaling 12,646 acres. The sites include sharp tailed grouse leks, as well as nesting, brooding, rearing, and winter breeding areas.
WHAT IS THE WWRP?
The Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program (WWRP) is a state grant program that creates and conserves local and state parks, wildlife habitat and working farms. The Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office administers WWRP grants, and the legislature funds the program.
