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Public Comment on proposed Remote Amateur Radio Expedition on Desecheo NWR

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking comments on the Draft Compatibility Determination (CD) for conducting a remote radio amateur expedition at Desecheo National Wildlife Refuge (NWR). The draft CD will be available for public review and comment for 14 calendar days following the publication of the notice. 

To ensure consideration of your comments in the development of final decisions on these proposed actions, please submit comments prior to August 27, 2025. The Draft CD are available online at the refuge鈥檚 website: /refuge/desecheo. A hard copy of this document will be posted at the Cabo Rojo Salt Flats Visitor Center located at Road 301 Km 11, Cabo Rojo. Please let us know if you need the documents in an alternative format. To ensure consideration of your comments in the development of final decisions, please submit comments by one of the listed methods.

You can find the Compatibility Determination and the Information Bulletin in the refuge Library

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This refuge is closed to the public

Desecheo National Wildlife Refuge is closed to the public due to the presence of unexploded military ordnance. Future access will be limited and will be contingent on cleanup of ordnance and certification that the area is safe for use.

Desecheo National Wildlife Refuge is a 360 acre island in the Mona Passage off the west coast of Puerto Rico. Although it is a relatively small island, the terrain is mountainous and rugged with semi-deciduous dry forest and grassland. Because of the porosity of the soils and the steep topography, there is no permanent fresh water on Desecheo.

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      Our Library

      Unlock a wealth of knowledge in our digital library, your gateway to understanding the rich biodiversity of Desecheo National Wildlife Refuge. Within these resources, you will discover essential information, including our Comprehensive Conservation Plan, which outlines our strategic approaches to preserving the unique habitats and wildlife that flourish in the refuge. We invite you to explore the various materials available to enhance your understanding and appreciation of this remarkable ecosystem!