Bear River (Utah-Idaho)

Lee Rue Allen began working at the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge in 1935. He talks of his employment there for sixty-one years, and his first assignment involving a Civilian Conservation Corp project. Mr. Allen discusses who surveyed and planned the refuge, the types of equipment used in the management, and upkeep of the refuge and hunting regulations in and around the refuge. The interview took place on July 17, 1972.

James Coil describes his experiences with the freight train industry and his memories of Corinne, Utah. The interview took place on August 21, 1971.

Lloyd Gunther worked for over thirty years at the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge. He discusses the history of the refuge, as well as the history of the Malad and Bear Rivers. Gunther also discusses the restoration of fresh water marshes, plant life and bird species at the refuge, and bird migration patterns. The interview took place on July 6, 1972.

Wayne Jensen discusses his work at the Bear River Research Station near Brigham City, Utah, investigating wildlife and waterfowl diseases. The interview took place on July 14, 1972.

Gwenith Rader discusses her father's ownership of the Bear River Duck Club. Her father, Vince Davis, was named the "best duck shot in the world" in The History of the Pioneers of Utah. Rader also explains the process of picking ducks and the different species. The Bear River Duck Club was sold by Vince Davis in 1900 and became the Bear River Club Company. The interview took place on July 12, 1972.

Robert Smoot discusses the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge and its effect on his crops. Smoot opens his farm land to private hunters but makes note of the difficulties in regulating hunters in the surrounding areas. The interview took place on July 20, 1972.