BISMARCK, NORTH DAKOTA — A new habitat modelling technique will allow The Duck Hunters Organization to produce maps of breeding waterfowl habitat conditions like never before. As first published in Delta’s “Fall Flight Forecast” media release earlier this month, The Duck Hunters Organization believes the innovative strategy marks a vast improvement in accuracy and precision… Continue reading Delta Waterfowl Innovates Cutting-edge Duck Production Conditions Map
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Wildlife Habitat Canada Grants Support Delta Waterfowl’s HunteR3, Duck Production Efforts
The funds will help Delta Waterfowl enhance and defend hunting opportunities across Canada, while also maintaining the organization’s fleet of mallard-producing Hen Houses. WINNIPEG, MANITOBA — A pair of grants from Wildlife Habitat Canada (WHC) will boost Delta Waterfowl’s duck production and HunteR3 recruitment and advocacy programs throughout Canada. The first grant of $75,000 will… Continue reading Wildlife Habitat Canada Grants Support Delta Waterfowl’s HunteR3, Duck Production Efforts
Delta Waterfowl Awarded Grant for Hen Houses in Manitoba
Funds from the Manitoba Conservation Trust will help The Duck Hunters Organization make mallards. WINNIPEG, MANITOBA — A large grant will help Delta Waterfowl send more ducks winging south from prairie Canada. The Manitoba Conservation Trust announced plans this month to fund the construction and maintenance of 150 new mallard-producing Hen Houses in southwest Manitoba.… Continue reading Delta Waterfowl Awarded Grant for Hen Houses in Manitoba
Delta Waterfowl Welcomes Remington as a ‘Champion of Delta’ Corporate Sponsor
BISMARCK, NORTH DAKOTA — Remington, a legendary manufacturer of ammunition and accessories, has become a Champion of Delta Waterfowl Corporate Sponsor. “Without duck hunters and without Delta Waterfowl contributing to conservation, there are no ducks, period,” said Joel Hodgdon, Remington’s marketing director. “Big Green is proud to partner and support our fellow conservationists at Delta… Continue reading Delta Waterfowl Welcomes Remington as a ‘Champion of Delta’ Corporate Sponsor
Delta Waterfowl Applauds USDA’s Expansion of Conservation Reserve Program
Enhanced incentives will boost habitat for upland-nesting ducks including mallards, pintails and teal BISMARCK, NORTH DAKOTA — The United States Department of Agriculture has opened enrollment for the Conservation Reserve Program with a host of improvements — including higher payments and other attractive incentives for farmers and ranchers — that were advocated for by Delta… Continue reading Delta Waterfowl Applauds USDA’s Expansion of Conservation Reserve Program
Delta Waterfowl Doubles Hen House Deployments in North Dakota
A North Dakota Outdoor Heritage Fund grant will allow The Duck Hunters Organization to install hundreds of new mallard-producing nest structures. BISMARCK, NORTH DAKOTA — Delta Waterfowl is set to more than double the size of its fleet of mallard-producing Hen House nesting structures in North Dakota, thanks to a $105,000 grant from the North… Continue reading Delta Waterfowl Doubles Hen House Deployments in North Dakota
Delta Waterfowl Applauds House Passage of the ACE Act
The Duck Hunters Organization played an important role in advancing the legislative package, which includes reauthorization of the North American Wetlands Conservation Act BISMARCK, NORTH DAKOTA — Delta Waterfowl applauds the United States House of Representatives for passing the America’s Conservation Enhancement (ACE) Act on Thursday. The legislation, which protects and strengthens critical wetland conservation… Continue reading Delta Waterfowl Applauds House Passage of the ACE Act
Delta Waterfowl Forecasts a Strong Fall Flight
Excellent breeding conditions in the Dakotas and Manitoba helped produce an abundance of ducks, which should benefit hunters this season “Conditions were good in key regions for breeding ducks, and production was strong overall. If we get a few timely cold fronts, then it could be a truly memorable season.” — Dr. Frank Rohwer, president… Continue reading Delta Waterfowl Forecasts a Strong Fall Flight
Delta Waterfowl Helps Establish Sandhill Crane Season in Alberta
WINNIPEG, MANITOBA — A decade of advocacy by Delta Waterfowl has helped secure a historic opportunity for Alberta hunters: In September, the province will open its first sandhill crane season. Crane hunting will largely overlap with the regular waterfowl season. Delta’s frequent correspondence and participation in stakeholder meetings with the Alberta Environment and Parks department,… Continue reading Delta Waterfowl Helps Establish Sandhill Crane Season in Alberta
Delta Waterfowl Renews Carlson’s Choke Tubes as Corporate Sponsor
BISMARCK, NORTH DAKOTA — Carlson’s Choke Tubes, a leading manufacturer of high-quality chokes and shotgun patterning technology, will continue its welcome support as a corporate sponsor of Delta Waterfowl. “We know Delta members are passionate, responsible hunters who take seriously their support of conservation and advocacy for the future of duck hunting — that makes… Continue reading Delta Waterfowl Renews Carlson’s Choke Tubes as Corporate Sponsor