Conservation
The foundation of Ducks Unlimited’s success can be attributed to the hard work and dedication of its local fundraising chapters and the professional field staff who partner with them
Awards given yearly by DU Conservation Programs Committee
Latest gift supports Ducks Unlimited conservation projects in Colorado, Kansas and Texas
DU's former chief scientist discusses the many factors that influence where and when waterfowl migrate
Science underpins DU's choices about investing habitat dollars in crucial Prairie Pothole Region habitat
An inside look at the state of waterfowl habitat in North America's Duck Factory
Funds will help enhance and conserve crane and black rail habitat
Evening of Conservation events bring supporters and prospective supporters together to learn how their philanthropic investments can make a difference for waterfowl, other wildlife, and people
Replenishing the Great Salt Lake for people and wildlife
Everyone who cares about DU's mission can be an important voice for conservation
New research reveals that ducks lead active lives after dark
This year's Waterfowl Breeding Population and Habitat Survey results reflect the impacts of widespread, severe drought on the prairies
Ducks Unlimited honors benefactors Tim and Karen Hixon
Ducks Unlimited honors benefactors Tim and Karen Hixon
YouTuber highlights DU’s Bay Denesse Restoration Project
Supporters celebrate conservation work in Alabama
Minnesota DNR designates Indian Lake as Wildlife Management Lake
Ducks Unlimited receives historic support for RSP through Climate-Smart Commodities Grant
DU's Ecology Conservation and Management Certification provides a solid foundation for up-and-coming professionals in the field
After a two-year pause, the dedicated men and women who survey North America’s most important waterfowl breeding grounds were back in the field this spring
Recent genetic research has revealed that the modern mallard and its close relatives share common Ice Age origins
Today’s ducks and geese may have descended from species that once shared the planet with dinosaurs
Wetland conditions have improved on the eastern prairies and in other key waterfowl breeding areas
New program will upgrade water quality and quantity, mitigate floods, and benefit farmers and ranchers throughout the state.
Rural lifestyle retailer will invest $150,000 each in Ducks Unlimited and Trout Unlimited over the next three years to enhance conservation projects
Conserving three of the nation's most important natural resources; working rice lands, water, and wetland wildlife
Ducks Unlimited and its partners are working to improve waterfowl habitat and hunting access on public lands across the United States
Ducks Unlimited is using high-tech aerial drones to expand our understanding of waterfowl and their habitats
Wetland conservation program will improve 7,800 acres
Coalition to improve more than 1,700 acres in major conservation effort
Southeast Michigan program still growing
Bipartisan conservation legislation now heads to the Senate
Bipartisan conservation legislation now heads to the Senate
New five-year partnership aims to regenerate native vegetation and revitalize rotational livestock grazing practices in eastern South Dakota.
Yamaha Rightwaters has committed $225,000 over three years to support Ducks Unlimited’s Gulf Coast Initiative (GCI)
Sustainable ag practices will improve wildlife habitat, water quality
Ducks Unlimited and their partners, Chevron, ConocoPhillips, Shell and CPRA, showcase initiatives including the Raccourci Bay and Voss Canal Project Sites
Harnessing the power of wetlands to improve water quality and wildlife habitat in the Great Lakes
Ducks Unlimited leading new efforts to improve wetland habitat and water quality.
Here’s what you need to know about the annual Waterfowl Breeding Population and Habitat Survey
Federal funds will help conservation projects continue in the Sunflower State
An overview of wetland conditions across key waterfowl breeding areas
By capturing, storing, and filtering water, wetlands provide important benefits for wildlife and people
History has repeatedly shown that waterfowl populations rebound when wet weather returns to the prairies
Friday, April 22, is the 52nd annual celebration of Earth Day
Minnesota Outdoor News recognizes Hoefs' longtime conservation work.
Second-annual document shows trends in large-scale waterfowl patterns
Led by Sponsor in Perpetuity and former State Chairman Scott Paterson, this was truly a grassroots operation
Ducks Unlimited and The Wetlands Initiative use Strategic Wetlands to reduce nutrient runoff into Illinois waters
Wetlands Conservation Achievement Awards recognize outstanding contributions to conservation and restoration of North America’s wetlands and waterfowl
Ducks Unlimited and partners to improve water quality and public recreation
Natural methods used to improve wetlands
Duck stamp revenues provide crucial funding for wetlands and waterfowl conservation
Ducks and geese have many unique adaptations that allow them to thrive in these diverse environments
85 years later, DU continues to make progress in conserving these crucial waterfowl habitats in innovative ways
Great Lakes Restoration Initiative funding helps coastal wetlands
For the last 16 years, Vulcan Materials Company and DU have partnered to provide wood duck habitat in and around a 1,300-acre granite mine in Richmond County
$150,000 gift will help fund several projects
Black Hawk Lake enhancement completed in 2021.
Popular Lake Ontario public area now connected.
The best way to see Ducks Unlimited conservation is from a duck's point of view. Tour nearly 70 DU projects from the sky.
Ducks Unlimited and PepsiCo have joined forces to restore wetlands and watersheds in California, Kansas, and Texas
Ducks Unlimited’s Chief Conservation Officer joins North American Wetlands Conservation Council and Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Act Advisory Group
In an exclusive excerpt from his forthcoming book, the author shares some of the highlights from his epic quest to photograph every species of duck, goose, and swan on earth
DU's voluntary conservation programs are helping producers and duck populations be more resilient during dry times on the prairies
1,500 acres of land along Mississippi River to be acquired and restored by Big River Park
Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies recognizes John Tomke’s conservation efforts
Awards given yearly by DU Conservation Programs Committee
Ducks Unlimited and Phillips 66 joined forces to improve Kansas’s Byron Walker Wildlife Area
Awards given annually by DU Conservation Programs Committee
With breeding ground surveys canceled and severe drought developing on the prairies, how did waterfowl managers set this year's hunting regulations?
Exceptionally dry weather in the West threatens crucial wetlands and other waterfowl habitats
DU partners with AL Department of Conservation and Natural Resources for Habit Management
DU, partners invest $700,000 on public wildlife area
Protected 400-acre parcel known as Leighton Forest Protection Project
Dedicated sponsors made it all possible
On the northern plains, ranchers play a crucial role in conserving wetlands and grasslands for breeding ducks and other wildlife
Ducks Unlimited is partnering with the University of North Dakota to train and inspire a new generation of wetlands and waterfowl scientists
Lake Hassel returns to wildlife glory.
Award given for work in South Atlantic-Gulf and Mississippi Basin Interior Regions
Delivering Continental Conservation for Wetlands and Waterfowl
Private landowners are partnering with DU to protect crucial waterfowl habitats
The decline of the Klamath Basin refuges is a national tragedy, but efforts are under way to restore their value to waterfowl
Conservation partnerships with farmers and ranchers provide important wildlife and help keep agriculture operations profitable
The North American Wetlands Conservation Act continues to be one of the most important and successful conservation programs in history
This vast, wetland-rich region contains vitally important habitat for waterfowl and other migratory birds
This enigmatic species vanished nearly 150 years ago—we still don't know why
Agricultural practices that help farmers and ranchers improve the land are the centerpiece of new efforts to save threatened prairie wetlands
The distribution of midcontinent white-fronted geese has shifted in response to changing agricultural practices on the birds' wintering grounds
Invasive species are a serious threat to wetlands and waterfowl in many areas
Declining numbers of this popular species will likely result in changes to hunting regulations in the Atlantic Flyway
Ducks Unlimited and its partners are working against time to conserve the vanishing wetlands of this vital Gulf Coast wintering area
A variety of factors influence how ducks respond to decoys and calling
Conserving these multipurpose habitats is important not only for waterfowl and other wildlife but also for people and the environment
Thanks to new technology and cutting-edge research, waterfowl scientists are closer than ever to answering this age-old question
By securing matching funds from government agencies and other sources, Ducks Unlimited is able to multiply your contributions many times to put more habitat on the ground for waterfowl
Farm Bill conservation programs help producers provide vital habitat for waterfowl and improve their bottom line
Now is the time to show your support for agricultural conservation programs that provide a host of benefits for wildlife and people
A closer look at North America's most unusual waterfowl
The wintering period between the autumn and spring migrations is a crucial time for ducks and geese
Efforts to conserve prairie-breeding ducks and their habitats have changed significantly over the past eight decades
During migration, North America's waterfowl are sustained by vital wetland habitats on key staging areas
Finding solutions in drought-stricken Southern Oregon, Northeastern California
Researchers have made some surprising discoveries about the behavior of birds raised in cities and suburbs
In the fight to save Louisiana's vanishing coast, DU and its partners are using small-scale river diversions to rebuild crucial habitat
Thanks to your support, Ducks Unlimited has reached another important milestone in its mission to fill the skies with waterfowl
Thursday, April 22, marks the 51st annual celebration
1,926 wetland acres protected, enhanced or restored in 2020.
DU protected, enhanced or restored 1,447 wetland acres in Iowa in 2020.
DU, partners completed 14 projects, conserved 1,104 acres in 2020.
Ducks Unlimited is proud to honor our Major Donors for their
commitment and passion for wetland and waterfowl conservation
$1 million gift by Sunshine Charitable Foundation helps fund the project
More than 15 million acres of habitat protected or restored across North America
DU completed 21 projects, conserved 7,765 acres in Ohio in 2020.
Steve Adair brings a wealth of knowledge and wetlands conservation experience as DU's new chief scientist.
Helping meet farm and ranch goals through conservation programs
A variety of factors must come together to create prime wetland conditions on the prairies
A multitude of wildlife species benefit from DU's work in addition to waterfowl
Ducks Unlimited completed seven projects, conserved 392 acres in Illinois in 2020
53 projects completed in 2020
Ducks Unlimited completed 27 projects, conserved 28,281 acres in Minnesota in 2020.
DU's conservation work provides a host of benefits for salmon and other popular sport fish
Former Governor will be 32nd Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture
Ducks Unlimited and Farmland Partners Inc. work together to protect this iconic land.
Using cutting-edge Geographic Information Systems technology, Ducks Unlimited is harnessing the power of data to guide its work
Working with willing landowners, former bogs become ripe for waterfowl and shorebirds.
Contribution will be used to fund two wetland enhancement projects
Ducks Unlimited and the University of Florida working together for conservation at the DeLuca Preserve
140 acres new Golden Meadow restored
Marketing the Ecosystem Services on the May Ranch
Conservation easements are a cost-effective and popular way to permanently protect crucial waterfowl habitat on private lands
Package contains first congressional NAWCA authorization since 2012
Partnership continues conservation support in northeast
Recovery efforts along the Louisiana Gulf Coast in the wake of Hurricanes Laura and Delta
Pet Care Leader Receives Corporate Conservation Award
Blue-winged teal research aims to shed light on migration timing, routes and habitat use throughout annual life cycle
2nd annual National Day of Conservation is Saturday, Sept. 26
DU helping hunters of all abilities on Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge through the installation of an American's with Disabilities Act compliant hunting blind.
$250,000 gift supports Ducks Unlimited’s Gulf Coast Initiative
$250,000 gift supports Ducks Unlimited’s Gulf Coast Initiative
DU's work to restore shallow prairie lakes and wetlands provides improved habitat and cleaner water for wildlife and people
Ducks Unlimited is using cutting-edge science and proven business strategies to provide a high return on your conservation investments
Awards will be given yearly by DU Conservation Programs Committee
Awards will be given yearly by DU Conservation Programs Committee
Awards will be given yearly by DU Conservation Programs Committee
Awards will be given yearly by DU Conservation Programs Committee
Phillips 66 supports Sargent Marsh Breakwater Project
North American Wetland Conservation Act funding to enhance Cameron Parish wetlands
Chevron and Lafourche Parish commit $1 million to improving Louisiana’s coastal wetlands
Migrating Wood Ducks Have New Nesting Habitat at Camp Mabry thanks to Morgan Jones and Boy Scout Troop 1, Austin, Texas
An overview of wetland conditions across key waterfowl breeding areas
Senate passes bill to guarantee $900 million annually to LWCF, address maintenance backlog on public lands
DU to enhance 2,900 acres along Deep Lake and Freshwater Bayou
New USDA program provides vital assistance for impacted agriculture producers
DU license plate sales fund Hoosier National Forest project
Ducks Unlimited continues working with local contractors and partners
By funding habitat conservation on Canada's breeding grounds, state wildlife agencies help ensure strong fall flights in the United States
Grad student studies DU restoration site.
DU biologists share ideas, strengthen bonds
Ducks Unlimited continues its mission during COVID-19
Learn about DU's GIS program
DU enhances 2,700 acres in Terrebonne Parish
Conserved nearly 900 acres in 2019
Moorman discusses habitat conservation, issues facing waterfowl populations, and much more
DU invested $1 million across 14 sites in 2019
DU volunteers, staff and partners meet with members of Congress
DU delivers innovative solutions to restore and enhance waterfowl habitat
Many ducks and geese return to the same breeding, wintering, and migration sites year after year
DU completed 21 projects, conserved 2,480 acres in Ohio in 2019.
Company Offers Renewed Support for Rice Stewardship Program
1,250 acres of wildlife habitat on Russell Sage WMA enhanced
Murray County is a rolling outwash of small wetlands and prairie vegetation.
Funding to maintain protected areas across Canada will help safeguard boreal birds for years to come
130 acres acquired in Mercer County
The distribution of these highly prized birds is closely tied to water quality and food availability
Despite efforts to reduce their numbers, light goose populations continue to grow, potentially threatening other waterfowl species
With help from Ducks Unlimited and hunters, Arkansas is implementing an ambitious plan to conserve the state’s iconic flooded timber habitats
Ducks Unlimited de México, Axalta Coating Systems, and many other partners are working with local communities to conserve wetlands and improve lives in the Lake Cuitzeo watershed
Legislation includes NAWCA, Chesapeake WILD Act and PR Modernization Act
DU, AGFC to enhance more than 1,000 acres on Dave Donaldson Black River WMA
Douglas McClain will oversee projects in northwest Minnesota
DU applauds announcement of new general signup, but proposed changes leave room for improvement
DOD program benefits conservation and military training.
Partners complete the first of several projects on Altamaha WMA
Bank donates nearly $500,000 in prints to Ducks Unlimited
Douglas McClain is DU’s newest regional biologist in Minnesota.
DU’s new Soil Health Initiative is a focus of national grant
Jim Stutzman selected for Ducks Unlimited Wetland Conservation Achievement Award
DU’s chief scientist discusses the many factors that influence where and when waterfowl migrate
Ballard County WMA important site for wintering, migrating waterfowl in western Kentucky
Waterfowl population size, productivity, and the influence on hunting seasons
Iconic denim brand commits $100,000 for DU’s on-the-ground efforts
LDWF and DU are working to enhance public land between Baton Rouge and Lafayette.
10,000 acres to be enhanced in the Mississippi Alluvial Valley
The remarkable story of how Team DU banded together to make conservation history
Defining science-based decisions in the waterfowl management community
Biologists represented Ducks Unlimited Inc. at North American Duck Symposium in Winnipeg
A project to restore 140 acres of coastal marsh.
These landowners are providing habitat that benefits waterfowl up and down the flyways
Guided by the latest science, the North American Waterfowl Management Plan gets an update to meet the challenges of tomorrow
A summary of recent changes to baiting laws in U.S. Migratory Bird Hunting Regulations
Partnership is increasing wetlands at three wildlife management areas on both sides of Chesapeake Bay.
When and where waterfowl migrate is determined largely by day length, weather, and food availability
Hens and their broods rely on a variety of wetland habitats as ducklings must grow quickly to join the fall migration
GADNR and DU commit nearly $9 million for Altamaha WMA enhancement
$250,000 gift supports Ducks Unlimited's Gulf Coast Initiative
Ohio’s Killdeer Plains Wildlife Area fits into a one-of-a-kind conservation category
The dramatic growth of northern-nesting goose populations offers opportunities and challenges for waterfowl hunters and managers
In Minnesota’s Prairie Pothole landscape, private landowners play a crucial role in wetlands and waterfowl conservation.
Ducks Unlimited to lead 13,000-acre effort
New map provides information about DU projects in the state
Siphons will carry freshwater across the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway
To keep invading plants out, Ducks Unlimited calls in volunteer foot soldiers
Triple Diamond Ranch and Gardner Cobb Marsh projects included
Federal, state, local organizations ramp up partnership
When science suggested that DU begin delivering conservation projects south of the Canadian border, Flint Hills Resources was one of the first companies to engage with the organization’s mission
Cargill’s support has improved water quality and wildlife habitat
Celebrating the 30th anniversary of the North American Wetlands Conservation Act
New biologist working with private landowners.
DU, state partner to enhance nearly 8,000-acre wetland
Major sponsors include South Dakota land gift in estate plan
Interactive project map provides descriptions of DU projects in the state
Land will be included into Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge
Researchers investigate differences in wintering area survival and habitat use.
LCRA dedicates new 1,000-acre reservoir outside of Lane City
Craig and Shelley Larson and their company, Starion Bank, were recently honored for being strong community leaders and champions of conservation
Restoration of three Texas national wildlife refuges to improve community resilience and wildlife habitat
Partnership will enhance shared legislative priorities
Grasslands Enhancement Project helps public lands ranchers
Transfer of land to USFWS allows better wetland control
Enhanced recreational opportunities, habitat at Michigan’s only Lake Erie state park
DU and partners to conserve 13,000 acres of migration habitat
Long Bayou is the first of several GTR restoration projects to be done.
Partnership will conserve 1,600 acres of wetlands, grasslands
Ducks nesting in Prairie Pothole Region will find improved habitat
Ducks Unlimited conservation project expands Woodford State Fish and Wildlife Area
Minnesota artist captures second title with waterfowl hunting−themed painting
$1 million grant to Ducks Unlimited for groundwater conservation on ag lands
DU secures NAWCA grant to support restoration in Cameron Parish.
Neosho project donors and partners honored
DU replaces structure, enhancing thousands of acres of shallow water marsh
Ducks Unlimited is involved in a multi-phase central Kansas restoration project to better manage habitat at Cheyenne Bottoms.
Partners remove old oil road to improve hydrology
Nebraska Environmental Trust vital to DU projects
By Laurel Anders, Intermountain West Joint Venture, and Noelle Smith, Ducks Unlimited
DU’s chief scientist offers his thoughts on this year’s frustrating season for many duck hunters
The two plants treat wastewater for residents in the Lake Cuitzeo watershed in Central Mexico
$4 million project benefits wildlife and area residents
Partnership to enhance more than 1,000 acres within Loess Bluffs National Wildlife Refuge
More than 6,300 acres to be added to North River Game Lands
DU receives coastal restoration funding through NFWF's National Coastal Resiliency Fund
LDWF and DU dedicated five coastal restoration projects that benefit thousands of acres on state-managed public lands.
Princess Anne Wildlife Management Area enhanced
DU one of the three finalists for NRCS Excellence in Cooperative Conservation
2,000 pounds of rice spread to restore important waterfowl food
Ducks Unlimited will improve 1,200 acres of wetlands at Shiawassee River State Game Area
Background information on the Prairie Pothole Region, DU's top conservation priority area
Apply for Graduate Fellowships before Nov. 19
Swessinger Wildlife Management Area gets 640-acre protection, restoration
Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge is the battle front of bird habitat, human activity and rising sea levels
Sloughs Wildlife Management Area dedicated during event
DU, NCWRC & Axalta improve North Carolina wetlands
Habitat improved on Richland Creek Wildlife Management Area
DU will work with farmers in Louisiana to combine applicable Farm Bill programs with restoration of degraded cypress-tupelo brakes
South Dakota DU in the running for prestigious award
New agreement has potential for more than $80 million to support coastal restoration projects across the country.
Ducks Unlimited will begin engineering and design for the North Catfish Lake CWPPRA Project near Golden Meadow.
Directors of Development Kirk Davidson and Terry Kostinec recognized for fundraising efforts
DU biologists and engineers work together to deliver conservation projects on diverse landscapes
Habitat conditions were variable this summer across North America's most important waterfowl breeding areas
DU biologist studying how effective managed wetland restorations can be for wildlife
Montana's Larry Smith and DU’s Bob Sanders will participate in Montana Ag Live show
ConocoPhillips, Energy Transfer Partners, South Lafourche Levee District, and DU join forces to support coastal restoration.
Gratten Allen joins team as soil health expert
Unique internship gives emerging conservation professional hope for waterfowl
DU'S Working Grasslands Partnerships and ND's Outdoor Heritage Fund Opens Doors for Local Ranchers
Habitat on property will also be restored
Ducks Unlimited part of Wyoming wetland protection and restoration project
Workshop introduces participants to local ecology and waterfowl
DU project enhanced 1,054 acres on Pomme de Terre WMA.
Insights from DU CEO Dale Hall
Cleaner Iowa Great Lakes help ducks, economy
Researchers evaluate retention and persistence of conservation practices
DU helps Montana partners learn more about ducks and other wetland-dependent birds
UND interns get a firsthand experience in the Prairie Pothole Region
Ducks Unlimited is helping restore 140 acres of Northern Montezuma Wildlife Management Area
Southeast New Jersey Coastal Initiative is growing duck habitat
Wave Attenuation Devices help DU protect shoreline, build marsh in Terrebonne Parish
Wetlands conservation gets an almost $2 million increase
Three parcels recently saved across southern Minnesota for ducks and people
DU helped enhance more than 500 acres of emergent wetland
Management infrastructure replaced on 5,030-acre management unit
Ducks Unlimited de Mexico and the University of Tamaulipas are assessing the most critical wintering habitat for North America's redhead ducks
Historically, waterfowlers have led the way for conservation
Three year project restores 450 acres of habitat
Ducks Unlimited and Natural Resources Conservation Service grant helps landowners improve productivity and profitability of private lands
DU will work with ODWC to address a management and maintenance needs on public lands.
See video of work at Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area
Vital migratory and wintering habitat targeted
Light-level geolocation used to study breeding propensity
Nearly 400 acres between Mount Pleasant and Sullivan's Island protected.
DU and TWPD improve 1,500 acres of important marsh on the Salt Bayou Unit
DU and partners will enhance nearly 270 acres
Sen. Boozman, Rep. Thompson and USDA's Leslie Deavers honored
See where DU invested more than $1 million in 2017
Habitat improved, protected in Delaware, Maryland and West Virginia
See where Ducks Unlimited is improving public and private lands in the Empire State.
From the Brush recharge project to new opportunities
Flood damaged on DU project sites near Sterling, Colorado.
Wetlands degraded in important bird migration stopover.
Project enhanced Noxubee NWR near Starkville, Miss.
For the North American Wetlands Conservation Act
$150,000 gift supports Ducks Unlimited’s America’s River Initiative
Gov. Sam Brownback signs proclamation
Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge will be enhanced
Ducks Unlimited teams with Energy Transfer Partners to support wetland conservation in Louisiana, Ohio
NRCS approves two DU-led RCPP proposals.
Dr. Tom Moorman recognized with the 2017 SUNY Notable Achievement Award
Recognized for his strong leadership of Rice Stewardship and innovative approach to conservation fundraising.
DU works with research and conservation partners to ensure our conservation and policy efforts are guided by the most current science.
DU and VDGIF plan work on Hog Island WMA
DU and NMDGF improved Bernardo Waterfowl Area.
Pumping plant tests improve water use efficiency and minimize farmers’ costs.
Lake Street weir enhanced 500 acres of coastal marsh.
What are trade lands, and how do they help Ducks Unlimited?
Ducks Unlimited volunteers and staff visited more than 100 offices on Capitol Hill
Noem and DU members discuss Farm Bill and NAWCA
Capitol Hill meeting focused on conservation issues
Dr. James Gammonley receives DU Wetland Conservation Achievement Award
Santee National Wildlife Refuge project supported by Water Resources Fund
The House Natural Resources Committee holds hearing
Information on Ducks Unlimited's wetland conservation programs for private landowners in Kansas
Purina's $2-million commitment supports working ricelands, water and wetland wildlife
Enviva Forest Conservation Fund supports future NC project
Ducks Unlimited and ODWC secure entire wetland basin
DU honored refuge staff and other LDWF employees Sept. 13, 2017
NAWCA grant supports Virginia wetland restoration
DU and GADNR complete wetland restoration project
Tennessee agency increases contribution to Canada
DU working with partners to find waterfowl-preferred habitat
Soil health is new component of DU's Preserve our Prairies initiative
Conservation groups discuss importance of farm bill
A celebration of our waterfowl hunting heritage
Conservation Agent, Missouri Department of Conservation
A waterfowler's pilgrimage to the Canadian Duck Factory and the birthplace of DU's conservation work
Do you know where your ducks come from?
Ducks Unlimited and DNREC partner on projects, tour
Level I Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, the most important and threatened waterfowl habitat in North America
The Freshwater Bayou NAWCA grant provides for the restoration and enhancement of two tracts in coastal Louisiana.
DU is working with partners on restoration efforts off the coast of South Carolina.
The coastal restoration project was dedicated to Richard Lipsey on April 19, to honor Lipsey’s life-long commitment to conservation.
DU and the LDWF enhanced 3,500 acres of wetland habitat in northeast Louisiana
Southern Illinois wetland habitat improving as major conservation effort concludes
Integrating livestock on cropland in conjunction with cover crops can expedite the soil building process and provide additional grazing opportunities for producers.
Salvador Wildlife Management Area expanded by nearly 1,800 acres
Construction work to repair damage that occurred on Mallard Dam in Lyman County was completed in October of last year
Phillips 66 continues their tremendous support of DU’s conservation work through their most recent gift of $400,000 to the Gulf Coast Initiative.
Researchers investigated the diet and body condition of wintering Arctic geese in Arkansas to shed some light on how this expanding winter goose population is impacting the availability of foraging resources in the MAV
The donated conservation easement on Kirkfield contributes to the long-term conservation efforts in the ACE Basin and connects other protected habitats in South Carolina.
Conservation partners are developing a web-based map of Kansas surface water for landowners
Ducks Unlimited hosted summer school biology classes
Ducks Unlimited is working with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service staff to build a new water control structure and repair a berm on the refuge.
TPWD Executive Director Carter Smith announced the decision at DU's 80th National Convention
ConocoPhillips receives DU's inaugural Corporate Conservation Achievement Award
Watch nest-cam videos from past years
Ducks Unlimited works closely with Congress and other governmental partners in support of its wetlands and waterfowl conservation mission
Ducks aren’t the only game found in waterfowl habitats
Father and son Mike and Ryan Sullivan are working with USA Rice, Ducks Unlimited and NRCS to enhance habitat and farm sustainability.
Kevin Norton selected for 2017 Wetland Conservation Achievement Award by Ducks Unlimited
Jefferson County Judge Jeff Branick selected for 2017 Wetland Conservation Achievement Award
Late outdoor writer, radio and TV host selected for Wetland Conservation Achievement Award by Ducks Unlimited
By supporting DU's wetlands and waterfowl conservation efforts, we can all help make the world a better place
This landmark legislation provides crucial funding for wildlife conservation across the United States
The North American Wetlands Conservation Act is the nation’s most successful wetlands conservation program
Tom Moorman, Ph.D., will replace the retiring Scott Yaich, Ph.D., as chief scientist for Ducks Unlimited.
The Texas Brigades is a wildlife- and natural resources-focused leadership development program for high school students ages 13-17.
Holden replaces Tom Moorman, who will move into the organization’s chief scientist position February 1
The North American Waterfowl Management Plan and migratory bird joint ventures have revolutionized waterfowl conservation
These projects represent some of DU's finest work on North America's most important waterfowl landscapes
The Enbridge Ecofootprint Program can provide cost sharing for landowners wanting to turn marginal cropland and expiring Conservation Reserve Program acres into grazing land.
DU volunteers and staff are helping student researchers explore how waterfowl influence local wetland communities
Restoring coastal wetlands is a high priority for Ducks Unlimited on key waterfowl migration and wintering areas
CCA’s national habitat program, Building Conservation Trust, contributes $75,000 to DU coastal Louisiana projects
For almost 70 years, this system has been the basis for waterfowl management in the United States
Working Grasslands Partnership helps ND landowners convert expiring CRP to grazing land
DU's habitat projects not only produce ducks but also provide important public-hunting opportunities
Late spring and summer rainfall has improved prospects for waterfowl production on many key breeding areas
These fascinating diving ducks share many common traits and behaviors
Elegance and grace represented
Two Ducks Unlimited events to support ongoing marsh conservation efforts
To sustain healthy waterfowl populations in the future, DU must adapt to emerging challenges and increase the scope of its conservation work
Connecting people and resources with critical habitats
Science, research and a strong biological foundation
The forest covers 1.4 billion acres in his native country of Canada
Supporters celebrate success of the recently completed Eagle Flats Marsh project in Hancock County
WAT raised $1.88 billion for Ducks Unlimited's conservation programs
DU restoring three properties in Sanborn County
A portion of the Spring Grove community to become a new county park
Craig and Shelley Larson chosen for Wetland Conservation Achievement Award
Students study blue-winged teal nesting habits
Ducks Unlimited restoring wetlands along the river
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission manager's success celebrated
Horst cited for improving wetland habitat
NAWCA grant for Central Flyway to conserve 2,600 acres
All of DU’s Nebraska properties are open for hunting
Band a duck/catch a trout visits Red Rock Lakes Refuge
DU manager highlights the role of hunters in providing habitat
Recognizes exemplary professionalism and dedication to conserving wetland habitat
Winning $60,000 bid goes to fund Montana conservation
Minnesota DNR wildlife supervisor awarded for shallow lake enhancement projects
Initiative restores, enhances and protects shallow lakes, large wetlands and watersheds for waterfowl, wildlife and humans
USA Rice, Ducks Unlimited and NRCS offer assistance through RCPP
Kansas reaches $1 million in state grants to Canada habitat program
Kirk Thompson is KWPT public lands manager
Jamestown Wildlife Area project will flood more than 400 acres
DU and partners complete project on Marsh Creek
DU restores 960 acres of tidal marsh
Ducks Unlimited proud to play a role in passage of Measure AA
Collaborative effort will conserve more than 3,400 acres of habitat
Alaska has experienced a waterfowl population boom, but future development and climate change could threaten the birds and their habitat
The vast western boreal forest of Canada and Alaska rivals the prairies in its importance to breeding waterfowl
North America now has nearly three times as many geese as there were just 30 years ago, offering new opportunities for waterfowlers and management challenges for biologists
Among the 130 people attending this inaugural DUMAC fundraiser
Jay and Karen Bartsch of Alberta honored for their dedication to conserving waterfowl habitat
Another tool to ensure protection of natural and restored habitat across the Prairies
Following one hen throughout its annual cycle reveals much about the key habitat challenges facing waterfowl
Our nation's wetlands face their greatest risk in 35 years, and federal legislation that would protect them needs your support
Wintering habitat loss in this state's coastal counties may be contributing to declining pintail populations
Emphasizing the total economic value of natural landscapes is essential to protecting them for wildlife and sportsmen
The PPR has the world's best waterfowl nesting habitat
These stopover habitats provide important rest areas
The Rocky Mountains make up a majestic landscape that has inspired Americans for centuries
Focus on a major staging area for waterfowl during both spring and fall migrations
Conserving scarce and priceless wetland oases in an arid region
DU celebrates National Wildlife Refuge Week
Whooping cranes are a living example of conservation success
The Nanticoke watershed encompasses approximately 800 square miles
Today's leaders are exploring ways to strengthen North America's unique wildlife conservation model
By supporting conservation today, all of us can help ensure a bright future for waterfowl and our sport
DU members must act now to save agricultural conservation programs that help sustain waterfowl populations
New DU camouflage pattern to hit shelves next spring
An executive summary of DU's fund-raising and conservation achievements during the past fiscal year
DU unveils revamped youth website
Proceeds from purchases benefit Ducks Unlimited
David Maass captures his fourth DU Artist of the Year honor
DU's 2015 Artist of the Year finds inspiration in his family's farming and hunting traditions
Wetlands provide a host of benefits in addition to their waterfowl habitat value
Sustaining healthy waterfowl numbers will be a great challenge as the earth's human population grows
A bird's-eye view of the wetland restoration process from beginning to end
Supporting the rich outdoor heritage of the southeastern United States by conserving vital wetlands for waterfowl
The future of waterfowl populations
Sustaining Atlantic Flyway waterfowl populations throughout their annual journey
Restoring the glory of the lower Mississippi River floodplain for waterfowl, other wildlife, and people
DVD chronicles life and times of a great hunter-conservationist
Upcoming duck stamp art contest, e-stamp legislation and doubling up for the ducks in 2013
Insights from Ducks Unlimited CEO Dale Hall
Diversity loss in grassland habitats threatens waterfowl
Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, migration and wintering habitat for thousands of ducks and geese
Coastal wetland loss and degradation are threatening Louisiana's rich hunting and fishing heritage
Connecting waterfowl and conservationists across North America
Conservation easements are a powerful tool for protecting threatened waterfowl habitat on private lands
A look back at some of the most influential people and events in conservation history
Conserving healthy landscapes and clean water is vital to waterfowl and people
Dedicated funding amendments have bolstered wetland and waterfowl conservation programs in Iowa and several other states
For almost 50 years, states have worked with DU to conserve vital waterfowl habitat across Canada
Flooded rice fields help support the majority of the nation's wintering dabbling ducks
Without your help, this important agricultural conservation program faces an uncertain future
Variability in weather and habitat has a profound influence on ducks and hunters
This Farm Bill conservation program is more popular than ever
An executive summary of DU's financial and conservation achievements during the past year
An executive summary of DU's financial and conservation achievements during the past year
The amazing story of how a small group of waterfowlers changed the course of conservation history
The Canadian section of the Western Boreal Forest, a central breeding ground for many duck species and one of DU's conservation initiatives
Background information on DU's Western Boreal Forest - Canada conservation priority area
The Canadian section of the Western Boreal Forest, a central breeding ground for many duck species and one of DU's conservation initiatives
The Alaskan section of the Western Boreal Forest, a central breeding ground for many duck species and one of DU's conservation initiatives
Level IV Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, critical to nearly all of North America's emperor and cackling Canada geese
Background information on the Western Alaska/Aleutian - Bering Sea Islands region, a DU conservation priority area
Level IV Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, critical to nearly all of North America's emperor and cackling Canada geese
Level III Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, wintering more than 1 million diving ducks in some years
Background information on DU's West Gulf Coastal Plain conservation priority area
Level III Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, wintering more than 1 million diving ducks in some years
Level III Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, supporting a large percentage of waterfowl that winter in Mexico
Level III Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, providing a migration corridor for hundreds of thousands of dabbling ducks and significant numbers of divers
Background information on DU's Upper Mississippi River conservation priority area
Level III Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, providing a migration corridor for hundreds of thousands of dabbling ducks and significant numbers of divers
Level II Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, the single largest source of fresh water in North America
Level II Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, the primary migration corridor for several million ducks and geese in the Central Flyway
Background information on DU's Southern Great Plains region
Level II Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, the primary migration corridor for several million ducks and geese in the Central Flyway
Level III Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, providing wintering habitat for at least half of Atlantic Flyway waterfowl
Background information on DU's Southeastern Coastal Plain and Piedmont conservation priority area
Level III Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, providing wintering habitat for at least half of Atlantic Flyway waterfowl
Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, wintering habitat for half the Pacific Flyway ruddy duck population
Background information on DU's Sonoran and Mohave Deserts conservation priority area
Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, wintering habitat for half the Pacific Flyway ruddy duck population
Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, providing waterfowl nesting habitat and watershed impacts within the Central Valley
Background information on DU's Sierra Nevada conservation priority area
Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, providing waterfowl nesting habitat and watershed impacts within the Central Valley
Cattle ranchers manage much of this continent's most important waterfowl breeding habitat
Level I Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, the most important and threatened waterfowl habitat in North America
Without aggressive measures to secure its habitat base, North America's duck factory faces an uncertain future
North America's Prairie Pothole Region is facing the greatest potential loss of habitat in decades
A closer look at large-scale predator-control programs reveals that they are counterproductive to the long-term benefits of waterfowl and waterfowl hunters
Level III Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, important wintering habitat for lesser scaup and other migratory waterfowl
Level II Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, breeding grounds for harlequin ducks, threatened by urban sprawl
Background information on DU's Pacific Northwest conservation priority area
Level II Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, breeding grounds for harlequin ducks, threatened by urban sprawl
Level III Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, full of vast grasslands ideal for waterfowl nesting habitat
Background information on DU's Northwestern Great Plains conservation priority area
Level III Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, full of vast grasslands ideal for waterfowl nesting habitat
Level III Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, containing some of the most productive waterfowl breeding habitat in North America
Background information on DU's Northern and Southern Rockies / Colorado Plateau conservation priority area
Level III Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, containing some of the most productive waterfowl breeding habitat in North America
Level IV Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, critical breeding habitat for American black ducks and other waterfowl species
Background information on DU's Northeastern U.S. Forests conservation priority area
Level IV Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, critical breeding habitat for American black ducks and other waterfowl species
Level III Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, major wintering area for Atlantic Flyway brant, scaup, black ducks and bufflehead
Background information on DU's North Atlantic / New England Coast conservation priority area
Level III Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, major wintering area for Atlantic Flyway brant, scaup, black ducks and bufflehead
Level I Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, the most significant winter habitat area for mallards in North America
Sound management and a commitment to conservation have turned a Mississippi River Estate into a world-class wildlife area
Background information on the Mississippi Alluvial Valley region, a DU conservation priority area
Level I Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, the most significant winter habitat area for mallards in North America
Level II Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, popular wintering area for waterfowl, including the declining American black duck
Level IV Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, major wintering area for 16 North American waterfowl species
Background information on DU's Latin America and the Caribbean conservation priority area
Level IV Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, major wintering area for 16 North American waterfowl species
Level IV Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, which accounts for 10 percent of waterfowl wintering in Mexico
Background information on DU's Interior Highlands of Mexico conservation priority area
Level IV Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, which accounts for 10 percent of waterfowl wintering in Mexico
Level III Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, utilized by nearly 30 species of migratory waterfowl and more than 30 species of migratory shorebirds
Background information on DU's Hawaii conservation priority area
Level III Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, utilized by nearly 30 species of migratory waterfowl and more than 30 species of migratory shorebirds
Level II Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, its wetlands support the largest freshwater system in the world
Background information on DU's Hardwood Transition / Lower Great Lakes / St. Lawrence Plain - Ontario conservation priority area
Level II Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, its wetlands support the largest freshwater system in the world
Level I Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, wintering millions of ducks and geese each year
Background information on DU's Gulf Coastal Prairie conservation priority area
Level I Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, wintering millions of ducks and geese each year
Level III Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, key wintering habitat for redheads and blue-winged teal
Level II Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, major production area for Pacific Flyway waterfowl
Details and background information of the Great Basin area of the Intermountain West
Level II Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, major production area for Pacific Flyway waterfowl
Level I Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, the second-most important and threatened waterfowl habitat in North America
In California, the future of wetlands and waterfowl hunting rests on how the state's limited water supplies are managed.
Details and background information on the DU's second-largest conservation priority area
Level I Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, the second-most important and threatened waterfowl habitat in North America
Level III Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, breeding grounds for more than 1.1 million waterfowl
Background information on DU's British Columbia Intermountain conservation priority area
Level III Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, breeding grounds for more than 1.1 million waterfowl
Level III Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, host to thousands of Pacific Flyway shorebirds during the winter and migration
Level IV Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, supporting a diverse waterfowl community of more than 30 species
Background information on DU's Atlantic Canada conservation priority area
Level IV Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, supporting a diverse waterfowl community of more than 30 species
Delivering Continental Conservation for Wetlands and Waterfowl
Level IV Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, part of the most important area for sea ducks in the world
Background information on DU's Arctic Plains & Mountains - Alaska conservation priority area
Level IV Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, part of the most important area for sea ducks in the world
DU and DUC represented on panel
Saving breeding habitats in the vast western boreal forest
Bonnie is a 2016 recipient for Wetland Conservation Achievement Award
Conservation easements are a powerful tool for protecting vital waterfowl habitat on private lands
Careful management is required to maintain the productivity of these classic waterfowl habitats
Managing seasonal wetlands for seed-producing natural vegetation has many advantages over planting crops
While progress has been made in conserving the nation's wetlands, these vital habitats continue to decline at an alarming rate
An overview of North America's most important waterfowl landscapes and DU's efforts to conserve them
Duck clubs and other private landowners provide vital habitat for waterfowl and other wildlife
New DU research has provided more evidence that conserving large blocks of grassland is critical to prairie waterfowl populations
Centuries of controlled grassland loss responsible for adaptable, fertile prairies today
Rehabilitating the ecology of Catahoula Lake through analysis and information management
Facilitating planning using a Geographic Information System
GIS analysis of semi-permanent wetland habitats along the Gulf Coast
DU GIS mapping tool for conservation planning in the Mississippi Alluvial Valley
An interactive mapping profile on the Lower Mississippi Alluvial Valley
The Mississippi Alluvial Valley in the 1940s
Conserving Minnesota and Iowa's wetlands and shallow lakes
Restoring diverse wetland habitats on the landscapes of Washington, Oregon, and Idaho
Conserving the most critical wintering habitat in North America
Conserving and restoring the Great Lakes
Restoring and conserving California's wetlands
Conserving America's most iconic waterway
Conserving key habitats across Alaska
Irene W. and C.B. Pennington Foundation
Partnership will improve Alaskan waterfowl habitat