Welcome to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Recovery Act Multimedia Page, where all of the Service’s multimedia content (videos, slideshows, and podcasts) related to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 is available in one place. Click on a title below to view the multimedia element!
Servicewide
The Recovery Act Got Me My Job
This video shares the stories of contractors and USFWS employees around the United States who have benefited from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.
FWS Recovery Act: Before, During, and After
This slideshow highlights various U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Recovery Act projects with pictures from before construction began, while work was being done, and after the project was completed.
Region 1 – Pacific Region
Recovery Act Projects in the Pacific Region
Watch this Flickr slideshow to see pictures of the work being completed on various Recovery Act projects in Hawaii, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington.
Region 2 – Southwest Region
Restore Pecos River Flows at Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge
Recovery Act funds will be used to remove non-native salt cedar trees to restore riparian habitat and promote natural river-channeling processes at Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge. This Flickr slideshow of pictures from the project explains how the salt cedar trees will be removed. (FFS #R2MA)
Texas Chenier Plain Refuge Complex Visitor Center Project
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will use Recovery Act funds to build a new administrative building and visitor center at Texas Chenier Plain Refuge Complex. The new building will be LEED-Silver certified and will benefit from its location approximately 35 miles outside of Houston, which has the fifth largest population in America. In this video, project manager Tim Cooper discusses the new facility and what it means to the region. (FFS #R2AK)
Groundbreaking at Texas Chenier Plain Refuge Complex
On July 8, 2010, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service broke ground on a $6.2 million Recovery Act project to build a Visitor’s Center and Administration Building in Anahuac, Texas. The building is intended to serve up to 5.7 million people in the Houston-Sugarland-Baytown metropolitan area and the Texas Gulf Coast. Service and local government officials addressed the Anahuac community about this important project. (FFS #R2AK)
Sacred Power Benefits from Recovery Act Funding
Watch this video to learn more about the Recovery Act projects being completed at Sevilleta and Bosque Del Apache National Wildlife Refuges, and the Native American company that is benefiting from the work. (FFS #R2CA, R2CH)
Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge — Interview with Dennis Pritchard
Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge Acting Manager Dennis Pritchard talks about the Recovery Act projects taking place at the refuge located in New Mexico in this video interview. (FFS #R2BB, R2BC, R2CH, R2HA)
Bosque Del Apache — ARRA Green Energy Projects
This video is a piece on Recovery Act-funded renewable energy projects taking place in the Southwest Region of the U.S. Fish and & Wildlife Service, specifically focusing on the Bosque Del Apache National Wildlife Refuge in New Mexico. (FFS #R2CA)
Youth Employment — Interview with Jerome Romero
Video interview on July 30, 2009 in Las Vegas, NM with Las Vegas NWR Bio Technician Jerome Romero who was hired as a summer worker using ARRA Funds to test water quality, map invasive species and carry out herpetological studies on the refuge. (FFS #R2GH, R2GJ)
Youth Employment — Interview with Carlos Herrera
Video interview on July 30, 2009 in Las Vegas, NM with Las Vegas NWR Bio Technician Carlos Herrera who was hired as a summer worker using ARRA Funds to test water quality, map invasive species and carry out herpetological studies on the refuge. (FFS #R2GH, R2GJ)
Youth Employment — Interview With Rob Larranaga
Video interview on July 30, 2009 in Las Vegas, NM with Las Vegas NWR Manager Rob Larranaga about how ARRA has affected his refuge. (FFS #R2GH, R2GJ)
Dexter National Fish Hatchery & Technology Center Recovery Act Projects
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will use Recovery Act funds for five projects at Dexter National Fish Hatchery and Technology Center in Chaves County, New Mexico, designed to rehabilitate, upgrade and improve efficiency at the fishery. This video slideshow provides an overview of the activities that take place at Dexter NFH&TC and highlights how these Recovery Act projects will improve operations. (FFS #R2PG, R2PH, R2PJ-R2PL)
Recovery Act Project Helps Dexter National Fish Hatchery & Technology Center Make Upgrades
This video provides an inside look at the work that takes place every day at Dexter National Fish Hatchery and Technology Center. Recovery Act funds will help the hatchery keep up with its changing mission. (FFS #R2PG, R2PH, R2PJ-R2PL)
Recovery Act Projects at Uvalde National Fish Hatchery
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will use Recovery Act funds for eight projects at Uvalde National Fish Hatchery located in Uvalde County, Texas. This video slideshow highlights the installation of a water supply line at the hatchery and the construction of a new chemical storage building and shed thanks to Recovery Act funding. (FFS #R2QF-R2QH, R2QJ-R2QN)
Recovery Act Projects at Willow Beach National Fish Hatchery
Recovery Act funds will be used for five projects at Willow Beach National Fish Hatchery in Mojave County, Arizona, including the rehabilitation of the hatchery and shop buildings and energy efficiency projects. One of the most important projects at Willow Beach NFH was the installation of a solar photovoltaic system that takes advantage of the area’s 300 days of sunshine a year. Watch this video slideshow for more details! (FFS #R2QU-R2QY)
Willow Beach National Fish Hatchery — Interview with Jennifer Fowler-Propst
In this video, learn more about the Recovery Act projects at Willow Beach National Fish Hatchery from Southwest Region Fisheries Supervisor, Jennifer Fowler-Propst. (FFS #R2QU-R2QY)
Recovery Act Funds Benefit the Louisiana Black Bear
In this audio, American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Media Specialist Kelly K. Mensah interviews Paul Davidson, Executive Director of the Black Bear Conservation Coalition about a series of reforestation projects taking place in East Texas and in Western Louisiana to benefit the Louisiana Black Bear. (FFS #R2EE)
Solar Generators Installed at Southwest Arizona National Wildlife Refuge Complex
This time-lapse video shows Recovery Act workers install solar generators from start to finish at the Southwest Arizona National Wildlife Refuge Complex. Contractor MAC Electric Inc, of Yuma, Arizona, recently completed the project and made this video to catalogue the project’s progression. Thanks to this Recovery Act project, the Southwest Arizona National Wildlife Refuge Complex is now collecting 40,000 watts of photovoltaic solar electricity from the Arizona summer sun. (FFS #R2CD, R2CE)
Recovery Act Intern Tracks Sheep at San Andres National Wildlife Refuge
Ryan Platte was hired as a Recovery Act intern to monitor and track bighorn sheep at the San Andres National Wildlife Refuge. This video follows Ryan Platte on a typical day at work as he answers questions about his unique job. (FFS #R2NF)
Groundbreaking at Deep Fork National Wildlife Refuge
After more than 10 years of hope and speculation, the Deep Fork National Wildlife Refuge outside of Okmulgee, Oklahoma will finally be receiving an onsite administration building thanks to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. In this video, Refuge Manager Darin Unruh and others share what this new administration building means for refuge staff, the public, and the community.
Texas Chenier Plain Refuge Complex
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will use Recovery Act funds to construct a new administrative building to house employees from the Texas Chenier Plain National Wildlife Refuge Complex (TCPC) and the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge. TCPC’s new building will sit on 16 acres approximately 30 miles outside Houston. The building will be built to LEED-Silver building standards. (FFS #R2AK)
Partner’s Projects in the Southwest Region Improve Ranchers’ Lands
In this podcast, two New Mexico ranch owners share their experience taking part in a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service partner’s project for land improvement and receiving money from the government through the Recovery Act. (FFS #R2EA)
SCA Intern Experience at Bill Williams River NWR
Listen to intern Nicki Devanny of Ohio Describe the hands-on experience and knowledge she gained for her experience working as a Student Conservation Association (SCA) intern at Bill Williams River NWR in Arizona (FFS #R2NE)
Region 3 – Midwest Region
Mingo National Wildlife Refuge Groundbreaking
Mingo National Wildlife Refuge in Missouri will receive funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 to support construction of a new headquarters and visitor facility at the Refuge. This project involves replacing the existing visitors’ center at Mingo National Wildlife Refuge to increase the energy efficiency of the building, and meet accessibility requirements. This Flickr slideshow includes pictures from a groundbreaking ceremony that took place on April 1, 2010 at the refuge. (FFS #R3GM, R3AA)
Kayakers Enjoy the Results of the ARRA-funded Chesaning Dam Removal Project
This video shows the first kayakers paddling over the restored watershed in Saginaw County, MI. The Recovery Act supported the removal of Chesaning Dam; the project was completed in September 2009. The new low-slope rock ramp not only allows for kayaking, it will support habitat restoration efforts and allow the Village of Chesaning to hold its annual Showboat Festival, which contributes significantly to the local economy. (FFS #R3TA)
Region 4 – Southeast Region
Asheville Ecological Services Field Office — Watauga Creek Bridge
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is providing Recovery Act funds to Asheville Ecological Services Field Office for restoration projects, including the reconstruction of the Watauga Creek Bridge. Watch this Flickr slideshow to see the new bridge’s construction from beginning to end. (FFS #R4EA)
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will use stimulus funds to repair a popular public hiking trail and improve safety and energy efficiency at Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge south of Mobile, Alabama. This slideshow highlights the progress of the work being completed at the refuge. (FFS #R4GK, R4GL)
Invasive Species Removal at Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge
In this video, Geovany Esteban and Lisa Jameson discuss their work on the Melaleuca removal project at Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service awarded a $1.25 million contract for the removal of invasive plant species from about 9,000 acres of the refuge, including Melaleuca, Old World climbing fern, Brazilian pepper and Australian pine. (FFS #R4MA)
Resource Holes Study at National Key Deer Refuge
Postgraduate student scientists Kristie Killam and Joshua Albritton are splitting a $50,000 stimulus contract to study the salinity and biodiversity of the refuge’s resource holes. In this video slideshow, Kristie and Joshua discuss their study and the impact it could have on the future. (FFS #R4MF)
Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge Visitor’s Center Site Dedication
This video includes speeches from the dedication ceremony for the construction of the new Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge Visitor’s Center by U.S. Fish and Wildife Director Sam Hamilton, and refuge manage John Taylor. (FFS #R4AF)
Region 5 – Northeast Region
Long Beach West Restoration Project Groundbreaking Event
The Service and many of its project partners held a ceremonial groundbreaking event on September 27, 2010 to kick off the cottage demolition at Long Beach West in Stratford, Connecticut. Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (D-CT) was among the speakers at the event. Watch this video for clips from the event! (FFS #R5FA)
Long Beach West Cottage Removal for Habitat Restoration
Thirty-seven cottages are being removed from Long Beach West in Stratford, CT. The area will later be restored to beach and dune habitat. It is not often that developed coastal land can be returned to its native condition. Play this video to learn more about how the Recovery Act project is restoring habitat at Long Beach West. (FFS #R5FA)
Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge
This Flickr slideshow includes pictures of the Saltmarsh Trail at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge which was improved using American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds. (FFS #R5GC)
Harrison Lake National Fish Hatchery
$175,000 in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) funds are set to help small businesses and make crucial repairs to a facility created by the original federal stimulus plan. The Harrison Lake National Fish Hatchery in Charles City, Virginia, was created in 1937 as part of President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s New Deal and has undergone few major renovations in the 73 years since. Watch this Flickr slideshow for pictures of the hatchery. (FFS #R5PJ-RPM, R5QC)
Richard Cronin National Salmon Station Water Tower Replacement
The Richard Cronin National Salmon Station used Recovery Act funds to remove an old, defunct water recirculation tank and replace it with a new 10,000-gallon storage tank. This video shows footage from April 2010 when the old two-tank system was disconnected and removed and a new tank was installed. (FFS #R5PU)
Richard Cronin National Salmon Station — Interview with Micky Novak
This video is an interview with Micky Novak, hatchery manager at the Richard Cronin National Salmon Station. Novak discusses the current problems with the hatchery’s two aeration towers, and how they will be replaced by a new water storage tank using Recovery Act funds. (FFS #R5PU, R5PV)
Lighthouse Rehabilitation at Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge
Nearly $1.5 million in Recovery Act funding will be used to repair a lighthouse and an outbuilding on Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge on Cape Cod in Massachusetts. Video includes interviews with the refuge manager and construction contractor, as well as footage from the project site. (FFS #R5BB)
North Attleboro National Fish Hatchery — Interview with Larry Lofton
A new and improved water supply well will be connected to the North Attleboro National Fish Hatchery thanks to Recovery Act funds. In this video interview with the project coordinator, Larry Lofton explains what this new well means to the facility. (FFS #R5RA)
Back Bay NWR, Rightmier House — Interview with Mitch Ackaway
This video is a podcast of an interview with Mitch Ackaway, owner of Casa Builders, which received a contract through the Recovery Act to repair a residence at Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The video also shows a slideshow of the work being done on Rightmier House. (FFS #R5GA)
New England Ecological Services Field Office — Manhan River Fish Passage
This video is a compilation of interviews with men and women involved in the Manhan River Fish Passage project. This project, which has been in the planning stages for over 10 years, will finally become a reality thanks to Recovery Act funding. (FFS #R5EA)
Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center
This video provides a first look at the new, energy-efficient Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge visitor center. Recovery Act funding will support the fabrication and installation of exhibits that will enhance visitors’ experience with information about wildlife, habitats and recreational opportunities. (FFS #R5LA)
New Visitor Center at the Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge
In 2010, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will open the doors to a new energy efficient administrative and visitor center for the Eastern Massachusetts National Wildlife Refuge Complex at the Assabet River refuge in Sudbury, Mass. American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funding will support the fabrication and installation of exhibits that will enhance visitors’ experience with information about the refuge’s wildlife, habitats, and recreational opportunities. This Flickr slideshow includes pictures of the new facility. (FFS #R5LA)
Recovery Act Funds Improvements at Patuxent Research Refuge
Patuxent Research Refuge, in Laurel, Maryland, is the nation’s only national wildlife refuge dedicated to wildlife research. The Service has awarded $6.9 million in Recovery Act funds for improvements at the refuge, including rehabilitating Nelson Laboratory, Snowden Hall, and Stickel Laboratory. These silent videos show footage from Patuxent Research Refuge and the three brick facilities that will be rehabilitated. (FFS #R5BD, R5BE, F5BF, R5GQ, R5GR, R5GT, R5GU)
Groundbreaking at Long Island National Wildlife Refuge — May 17, 2010
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service received $9.775 million in Recovery Act funding to construct a new administrative and visitor center at Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge in Shirley, N.Y. The new facility will serve as the headquarters for the nine national wildlife refuges located on Long Island, which protect some of the last remaining natural areas in the greater New York City metropolitan area. (FFS #R5BA)
Recovery Act Projects at Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funded projects throughout the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge in Wells, Maine, and created local work opportunities. Refuge Manager Ward Feurt talks about the projects along with one of the local contractors. (FFS #R5GW, R5GV, R5BG)
Region 6 – Mountain-Prairie Region
Audubon National Wildlife Refuge
A new headquarters and visitor center is being constructed at Audubon National Wildlife Refuge in Coleharbor, North Dakota under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. The new Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified building will include exhibit and classroom space for visitors and provide a functional and efficient office space for Refuge staff. The project is expected to be completed in November 2010. This Flickr slideshow shows progression pictures of the new headquarters and visitor center, one of the region’s largest Recovery Act projects. (FFS #R6BB)
Colorado River Fish Recovery Program
Recovery Act funds will pay for a dam removal project that helps ensure the future of three fish species of concern in western Colorado. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service committed American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds along with National Fish Passage Program dollars in January 2010 to help a coalition of landowners, Federal and State agencies, and recreational enthusiasts solve a decades-old problem. Watch this Flickr slideshow to see pictures from the project. (FFS #R6UA, R6TA)
Seedskadee National Wildlife Refuge
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 will fund the construction of employee residences and a bunkhouse at Seedskadee National Wildlife Refuge, near Green River, Wyoming. Some of the existing buildings were demolished using controlled burns, which can be seen in this Flickr slideshow. The Service hopes to have new structures in place by the end of summer 2010. (FFS #R6BK, R6JG)
Recovery Act Project Creates Jobs at San Francisco Company and Benefits the National Elk Refuge
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act is making a difference in local communities across the country. As just one example, $4.3 million in Recovery Act funding is providing a major benefit for both Yerba Buena Engineering and Construction based in San Francisco, California and the National Elk Refuge, located near the heart of Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming. Watch this video for more information on the Recovery Act project taking place at the National Elk Refuge. (FFS #R6MB)
Region 7 – Alaska Region
Recovery Act Projects in Alaska
Watch this Flickr slideshow to see pictures from Recovery Act projects taking place in Alaska.
Region 8 – California and Nevada Region
Klamath Falls Fish and Wildlife Office — Fish Passage at Fivemile Creek
This video provides a brief overview of the cooperative restoration project undertaken by local ranchers, the Klamath Falls Fish and Wildlife Office in Southern Oregon, and their partners to improve fish habitat by reconstructing the creek and reconnecting it to its flood plain. (FFS #R8TB)
