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By: Nathan Hill

By: Nathan Hill. History. Formed in 1937 by conservative minded huntsman Ducks Unlimited Canada formed a year later. Modus Operandi. Primarily focused on the conservation of wetlands and waterfowl. Also works to restore previously ruined wetlands.

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By: Nathan Hill

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  1. By: Nathan Hill

  2. History • Formed in 1937 by conservative minded huntsman • Ducks Unlimited Canada formed a year later

  3. Modus Operandi • Primarily focused on the conservation of wetlands and waterfowl. • Also works to restore previously ruined wetlands. • Secures existing natural wetlands to preserve them. • This is done via replanting forests, restoring watersheds, restoring grasslands and working with landowners.

  4. Why Wetlands? • Absorb water • Controls flooding • Filters water • Sustains many species of wildlife • Sustains the local watertable • Support recreation (hunting, fishing).

  5. As of January 1st 2011, Ducks Unlimited has conserved: • 6,207,732 acres in Canada • 1,831,904 acres in Mexico • 4,377,859 acres in the United States • For a total of 12,417,495 acres in North America

  6. Volunteer/Employment • Volunteer opportunities include: • Dinners and auctions • Youth education • Other special events • Some employment opportunities are: • Fundraising sales • GIS specialist • Engineering technologist

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