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Waterfowl. Wetlands. Hunting.

"A California with abundant waterfowl, vibrant wetlands, and thriving hunting communities."

Discover how California Waterfowl’s continued commitment makes an impact!

For 80 years, California Waterfowl (CWA) has been a steadfast advocate for California’s waterfowl hunters and a champion for the natural resources that make hunting possible. Through our dedication to Hunting, Education, Advocacy, Wetlands, and Waterfowl—our 5 Pillars—we continue to protect the future of hunting and conservation for generations to come.

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1 million wood ducks and counting, a California Waterfowl Wood Duck Program story.

Follow along to one of the most inspirational stories of the largest volunteer-based conservation programs in the nation. The California Wood Duck Program is largely run by volunteers who over the thirty plus years have helped bring the wood duck population back to a thriving level across the Pacific Flyway!

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Program Highlights

The California Waterfowl program is a great way to get involved in your community and make a difference.

175,000+

Acres of wetlands restoration and managment.

116,000+

Ducks and Geese banded by CWA biologists.

1,000,0000+

Wood Ducks hatched from nest boxes.

181,000

Students were taught about waterfowl, wetlands, and the role hunters play in conservation by our education department.

26,000+

Letters CWA members sent to legislators on the State and Federal level in support or opposition to new legislation.

23,000+

Hunters enjoyed private land hunts through the CWA Hunt Program. Over 500 Veterans participated at no cost to them.

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Mallard Egg Salvage

Farmers who enroll in the program allow us to sweep their fields for nests before harvest, or provide us with cartons to collect eggs as they harvest. We then take the eggs to permitted hatcheries.

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INCENTIVE PROGRAMS

Now that Nesting Bird Habitat Incentive Program is funded through the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, California Waterfowl will be assisting the Department with implementation of the program.

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LATEST NEWS

CWA-sponsored bills receive bipartisan support

Read about two CWA-sponsored bills: AB 764, which would help better control exotic mute swans, and AB 1169, which would help increase outdoor recreation opportunities offered through the SHARE Program.

Benelli renews corporate partnership with CWA

California Waterfowl is proud to announce the renewal of its corporate partnership with Benelli USA, a leader in premium firearms for hunters and shooting enthusiasts.

CWA Works to Introduce Pro-Sportsmen/Conservation Bills for 2025

With the February 21st deadline approaching, CWA is working with the State Legislature to introduce key bills that support conservation and expand hunting opportunities. Learn more about these efforts and how you can support them here.

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