APPLY FOR DOVE & DUCK HUNTS IN THE CWA HUNT PROGRAM - DEADLINE THIS SAT. 8/19
Time is running out... the deadline for dove hunts in our Hunt Program is THIS Saturday, August 19. In addition to dove hunts, we are now accepting applications for waterfowl hunts on CWA owned properties, including opening day at Butte Creek Island Ranch, Grizzly Ranch and Denverton.
We are also accepting registrations through our first-come, first-serve hunting opportunities. Events include Duck Camp and the Family, Youth and Women's Hunt Program.

Click here to apply.
LAST CHANCE FOR HUNTING CAMPS PRIOR TO THE 2017 SEASON
Hunting seasons are approaching fast and the last opportunities for new hunters to get certified at CWA's Level 1 camps is NOW!  Typically, we get many folks saying they "missed out" and "didn't know" about our programs and camp offerings. Don't be one of those people!
 
Sept. 10 - Hunting 101 for Adults
Sept. 16-17 - Youth hunter camp (only 4 spots left)
Sept. 30-Oct 1 - Women's Pheasant hunt weekend (only 4 spots left)
Nov. 10-12 - Bird Haven Youth Hunter camp (only 4 spots left)
 
Click here to register for a camp today! 
THE FALL ISSUE OF THE CWA MAG IS ALMOST HERE
The Fall issue of California Waterfowl Magazine is hitting the mail soon. This preseason issue features both a handy pocket guide and a pull-out poster outlining shoot times, season dates and bag limits for the 2017-18 seasons. There are also stories on banded birds, an update on high speed rail, a comprehensive gear guide, an in-depth look into CWA's Hunt Program and a riveting story on the longest traveled CWA banded sprig! Look for it in your mailbox soon!
CWA EGG SALVAGE PROGRAM ON DISPLAY
At California Waterfowl, we support California ducks' breeding populations.

That was on display last week, when CWA released a group of ducks rescued by our Egg Salvage Program at the Greenhead Club in the Suisun Marsh, with volunteers from  International Bird Rescue and Bill Brush, the club's owner.

The Egg Salvage Program coordinates efforts to save duck nests imperiled by normal and necessary farming operations. Rescued eggs are incubated and ducklings are raised, then released into the wild when they're ready, which was yesterday for this group of ducks.

For this release, Bill hosted staff and volunteers from IBR and gave a presentation about the importance of wetland habitat conservation and the vital role hunters serve in protecting and managing habitats throughout California.

Check out the video for a look at the day and a glimpse into the hard work our Egg Salvage staff puts into rescuing ducks. For more information how our Egg Salvage Program rescues, hatches, rears and releases ducks, visit  http://m.calwaterfowl.org/egg-salvage.
2017-18 FEDERAL DUCK STAMPS AVAILABLE FROM CWA
Need your 2017-18 Federal Duck Stamps? Of course, you do! The season is approaching fast and whether it's by mail, by web or by phone, you can order your stamps from CWA. Are you looking for your 2017-18 Federal Duck Stamp mailer? They should be hitting mailboxes soon. Want to order online? Go to  https://m.calwaterfowl.org/duck-stamps. Like to place your order over the phone? Call (916) 648-1406, ext. 101. To ensure you receive your stamps before the upcoming season, please order as soon as possible.

Make sure you include a $50 donation and we'll send you a custom BROWNING knife and collectible tin with Sherrie Russell Meline artwork FREE! This versatile knife has a 3⅜" trailing point blade made from 440 series steel with titanium coating and a thumbstud for easy one-handed opening. Your support helps us conserve California's waterfowl, wetlands and hunting heritage!
BOW FLY FISHING WEEKEND - AUG. 25-27
Spend an exciting 3-days in beautiful Burney, CA (Shasta County) learning to Fly Fish at Wilderness Unlimited private fishing Bidwell Ranch! There are introductory and intermediate workshops (for past attendees) to get started and learn about this exciting outdoor sporting activity.  This comprehensive workshop covers all the basics of fly fishing; casting, reading the water, entomology, conservation, fly tying, knots, landing and releasing and plenty of hands-on practice. All fishing equipment will be provided. This workshop has room for both beginners and intermediates. A beautiful outdoor setting make this workshop a "can't miss" opportunity.

Click here for more information and to register today.
September 22-24
Becoming an Outdoors Woman Multi Course Workshop
Wonder Valley Ranch

EVENT CALENDAR
August 24
Watsonville Dinner
August 25-27
CWA-BOW Fly Fishing Weekend
August 26
DFW Waterfowl Hunting Clinic
August 27
Grizzly Ranch Fun Shoots
August 27
Coon Creek Sporting Clays Fun Shoot & BBQ
September 7
Palo Alto Banquet
September 8
CWA-CDA Golf Scramble
September 9
Zack Mackay Memorial Sporting Clay Shoot Out
September 9
Placerville Banquet


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California Waterfowl  is an award-winning 501(C)(3) nonprofit, hunter-supported conservation organization with a mission to conserve the state's waterfowl, wetlands, and hunting heritage.  In the last 20+ years, we've completed almost 1,500 individual projects to protect, restore, and enhance more than 500,000 acres, providing habitat for millions of birds and animals.  Our Wood Duck Program has hatched more than 770,000 ducklings, while our Banding Programs have marked nearly 257,000 birds.  Our Youth and Education Programs have reached more than 320,000 children, young adults, and families to help to create a better understanding of biology, conservation, and outdoor heritage.  All efforts are supported largely by donations and the work of nearly 1,500 dedicated and tireless volunteers.

 

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