Milestones in Conservation
The slogan for Ducks Unlimited's 75th Anniversary, CONSERVATION FOR GENERATIONS, applies to past, present and future generations alike. Several generations of DU supporters, all of whom have shared a love of wetlands and waterfowl, have been at the center of North America's conservation movement for the past 75 years.
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Continental Approach to Conservation
Ducks Unlimited takes a continental, landscape approach to waterfowl conservation. While we work in all 50 states, we focus the majority of our efforts and resources on the habitats most beneficial to waterfowl.
DU in D.C.
Each year Congress makes important decisions about wildlife habitat conservation programs that directly impact the long-term health of waterfowl populations. DU's office in Washington, D.C., exists to promote these programs and other wildlife friendly legislation.
Waterfowl Research Central
Learn all you could ever want to know about ducks and geese! DU biologists have accumulated a wealth of research and findings about waterfowl and their behavior. Whether looking for tips to improve your waterfowl ID skills or learning more about migration patterns, you've come to the right place!
Land Protection
Land protection is a critical tool by which Ducks Unlimited conserves waterfowl habitat throughout North America. DU protects land through several means including acquisitions, conservation easements and revolving
lands strategy.
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How Ducks Unlimited Conserves
Ducks Unlimited's conservation programs have always had a strong biological foundation. That science and research tradition continues today with hundreds of studies to address the habitat needs of waterfowl.
Learn more about the methods DU uses to conserve wetlands and valuable habitat.
Give to Conservation
DU has conserved more than 12 million acres since 1937. Without substantial contributions from passionate DU leaders, this wouldn’t have been possible. For years,
DU’s Leadership Giving program has generated funding for wetland and associated habitat conservation. Find out
how you can make a difference for North America’s waterfowl population.