Waterfowling Heritage Center

Learn at the WHC

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Discover your connection to nature’s wetlands at the Waterfowling Heritage Center. The WHC offers educational and entertaining experiences such as field trips, family day events, and on-site scouts programming at our National Headquarters. All programming is free to the public.

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Kids & Families

Explore upcoming events for all ages at the WHC!

Schools

Discover our K-12 field trip opportunities for all groups at the WHC.

Scouts at National Headquarters

Experience nature with our scouts-based programming at DU’s National Headquarters!

Kids and Families

Experience our quarterly events at the Waterfowling Heritage Center. Events are free and open to families and children of all ages. Join us for nature and waterfowl themed activities, experiments, games, and crafts. Look out for more details on upcoming events!

Upcoming Events

Fall Break Event

October 15-17, 1:00PM - 4:00PM

Join us for Fall Break at the Waterfowling Heritage Center! Our three-day event will have waterfowl themed activities and crafts. More details coming soon!

World Wildlife Conservation Day

Saturday, December 7, 12:00PM - 4:00PM

Details coming soon!

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Schools

Discover what Ducks Unlimited has to offer by bringing your class, summer camp, or other group to the WHC for field trips encouraging exploration and discovery. WHC’s programs align with Tennessee, Mississippi, and Arkansas State, and the Catholic Diocese of Memphis science objectives with object-based learning. Schools must book in advance for all K-12 programming.

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To book your next group visit, please contact Rachel Wilson, Education and Programming Coordinator, via email at rwilson2@ducks.org, or via phone, at (901)-758-3755. 

Scouts at National Headquarters

Explore the outdoors at Ducks Unlimited’s National Headquarters with our scouts-based programming. Meet one of Ducks Unlimited's biologists before heading outdoors for nature and waterfowl themed games, activities, and experiments. Programs are free and open to all groups!

Available Programs

Into the Wild: Sleepover at Ducks Unlimited

Explore the outdoors while learning all about the path of waterfowl in North America. Scouts will meet one of our scientists to discuss flyways, aquatic ecosystems, and wetlands as well as learn how Ducks Unlimited helps conserve the homes of our ducks. Complete challenges and conduct experiments outdoors before settling inside for a viewing of Wings Over Water before bed in our NHQ!

Day Camp at Ducks Unlimited

Enjoy the sun at our Day Camp while learning all about waterfowl, habitat, and conservation! Experience a range of activities outside at our National Headquarters, including Talk and Touch with real waterfowl wings, and games and experiments to teach you about the life and habits of ducks in North America. Get a look inside our Headquarters for a viewing of Wings Over Water before enjoying your sack lunches on site!

To book your next group visit, please contact Rachel Wilson, Education and Programming Coordinator, via email at rwilson2@ducks.org, or via phone, at (901)-758-3755. 

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