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PLEASE HELP US MAKE 3,700 ACRES OF WHEAT SAFE FOR CALIFORNIA MALLARD DUCKLINGS!
Mallards are preparing to make nests in fields of winter wheat in the Central Valley right now, drawn by the lush cover.

But some of those nests won't hatch before the harvesters come through - at least not without your help.

Our Delayed Wheat Harvest Incentive Program is a proven, cost-effective way to work hand-in-hand with wildlife-friendly farmers to give California mallards a fighting chance.

Farmers have applied to enroll more than 9,300 acres in the incentive program. Our biologists are wrapping up surveys tomorrow to determine which fields are likely to produce the most mallards if harvest is delayed. All we need is funding to support the program so we can enter into contracts with farmers.

We believe we can get grant funding for this program next year, but this year we must rely on the generosity of our supporters. Our goal is to raise $150,000 to make 3,700 acres safe for mallard ducklings. Your generous donation of $200 will make it feasible for a farmer to absorb the risks of delaying harvest on five acres to give ducklings a fighting chance. Can you help us? You can choose any amount - just click on the DONATE button below to get started and help us reach this important goal.
GET IN ON THE LAST OF OUR WATERGRASS SEED
We're almost out! Get your watergrass seed NOW for planting this spring! Our watergrass is a high-quality duck-food-producing seed that, once planted and grown in your wetlands, will be enjoyed by arriving ducks this fall. You will also be supporting CWA!
 
Forty-pound bags are $80 each. It's recommend to use 15 to 20 pounds per acre.
 
Call 916-648-1406, Ext. 101 or email nchavez@calwaterfowl.org to order.
REGULATIONS & TRADITIONS MEETS TOMORROW, 4/ 2
California Waterfowl's Regulations & Traditions Meeting is tomorrow at 9 a.m. All interested hunters are encouraged to attend this virtual meeting, which will include updates from state and federal representatives, our banding and wheat programs and a summary of the 2021 End of Season Survey. Here are the meeting details:

Zoom link (ZOOM account required)

Meeting ID: 873 6284 0033

Passcode: 063673

Call in: 669.900.9128

The Regulations & Traditions Committee is made of hunters from all over the state. If you're interested in joining the committee, contact CWA VP of Legislative Affairs and Public Policy Mark Hennelly at mhennelly@calwaterfowl.org.
SPRING RAFFLE TICKET DEADLINE
Time is RUNNING OUT to get some Spring Raffle tickets!

We've got TEN different prize packages designed to support your favorite springtime activities.

We've got prizes from Benelli USA, SportDOG® Brand, YETI, Vortex Optics, Keltech, Kamp-Rite, Traeger Grills, Mojo Outdoors and more!


Tickets must be received by CWA by April 14, 2021.
SPRING HAS SPRUNG! TIME FOR WOOD-DUCKING
Hey wood duck volunteers, hens are starting to look for places to nest this spring – are your nest boxes ready for them?

It's that time of the year to start cleaning out your wood duck box of whatever random debris – sticks, dead mice, starling nests, etc. – happened to accumulate inside.

Beyond that, here are a few more tips for preparing your wood duck boxes:

  • Make sure the boxes aren’t leaning backward, which makes it hard for ducklings to climb out and jump, and clear any obstructions from the entrance holes.
  • Place 3-4 inches of wood shavings in the box. Do not overfill (the duck might lose its eggs in shavings piled too deep) and DO NOT USE saw dust.
  • If you have predator issues and your box is on a pole, line the pole with dish soap, which makes it too slippery for predators to climb.

Click here for more information about CWA's wood duck programs and information on how to volunteer.
SPECIAL SPRING APPEAL TO HELP BREEDING DUCKS
Meeting the needs of ducks that live in California year-round is an important part of California Waterfowl’s mission to grow California’s waterfowl populations, wetlands and hunter-conservationist communities. But our success rides on the support of people like you. Will you step up to make California a better place for the ducks that live here year-round?

Donate just $50 to help and we’ll send you a special stainless steel CWA carving set. Donate $100 or more, and we’ll ADD an exquisite knife tin with matching accessories!

Click here to make a donation (and a difference) today!
TURKEY AND PIG SPRING HUNT OPPORTUNITIES
Turkey and pig hunt applications are still open in the CWA Hunt Program! Get outside with us on premier hunts at Butte Creek Island Ranch, Sanborn Slough and Hoodoo Island.

Don’t miss out on a first-class pig hunt with Mark Grupe Outdoors.

Turkey deadlines are happening through most of April and the pig hunt deadline is on April 17.

Don’t delay! APPLY TODAY!
DID YOU FILL OUT A 2021 END-OF-SEASON SURVEY YET?

Time is running out to fill out a 2021 end-of-season survey. Let your voice be heard and be automatically entered into a random drawing for a Pointer Acrius 20 gauge shotgun! Survey results will be shared with state and federal decision makers to better communicate hunter preferences. We'll also post results here when we have them.
 
Click here to take the survey.
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California Waterfowl is a 501c3 organization whose mission is to grow California’s waterfowl populations, wetlands and hunter-conservationist communities.

Our vision is a California with thriving waterfowl populations, vibrant wetland ecosystems and respected hunting communities.
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