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Wetland restoration
Advocacy
Wetland Conservation Bills on Governor’s Desk
Two separate pieces of legislation that would better conserve managed wetlands in California are still pending. CWA needs your help to urge the Governor to sign them into law.
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Waterfowl
Klamath
Klamath Refuges Hunt Program Update
The Klamath National Wildlife Refuge Complex held its annual hunt program meeting on September 7, and refuge staff announced that both Tule Lake and Lower Klamath Refuges will be open for limited waterfowl hunting.
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Advocacy
DOJ Proposes to Significantly Increase Ammunition Purchase Fee
Once again, the State of California wants to make it more expensive and burdensome for you to exercise your gun rights!
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Regulations
Hunting News
Advocacy
3 Pintail Limit for 2025/26 Season
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has announced that the pintail bag limit will increase from 1 to 3 birds per day for the 2025-26 waterfowl season, following a new interim harvest strategy. This change is the result of years of advocacy by CWA and the work of the USFWS and Flyway Councils. The impact of this new limit will be assessed over several seasons to determine if it should become a long-term strategy or be modified. Recent research suggests that habitat changes, not hunting, have primarily affected pintail populations, and additional harvest opportunities may be sustainable.
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Wetlands Bills
Two separate pieces of legislation that would help to better conserve managed wetlands in California are currently pending in the State Legislature. Read more about AB 828 (Connolly) and AB2875 Friedman)
3 Pintail Bag limit set for 2025-2026 season
Exciting news for waterfowl hunters! The bag limit for pintails has increased to 3 for the 2025-2026 season—the first increase since 2015! This achievement is the result of years of dedicated work by our advocacy team, who have been tirelessly pushing for better opportunities for hunters.
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Advocacy
Climate Bond Includes Significant Funding to Address Refuge Water Needs
The California State Legislature approved a $10 billion climate bond, which includes $25 million for wetland and waterfowl conservation, particularly for water deliveries to the Klamath Refuges, and will appear as Proposition 4 on the 2024 ballot.
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Advocacy
Wetland Protection Bills Advance in the State Legislature
Two separate pieces of legislation that would help to better conserve managed wetlands in California are winding their way through the legislative process.
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Klamath
Urgent Request for Klamath Refuges - CWA and DU
Read the full letter sent by CWA and DU requesting urgent water deliveries for Klamath Refuges to the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation.
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Klamath
Avian Botulism Outbreak in Klamath Basin and Tule Lake Refuges
Another avian botulism outbreak is devastating bird populations throughout the upper Pacific Flyway in the Klamath Basin and Tule Lake National Wildlife Refuges. Stay informed and help raise awareness as we monitor this critical situation.
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Klamath
Klamath Refuges’ Habitat Conditions Somewhat Improved, But Uncertainty Remains
Latest reports from the Klamath Basin show better wetland habitat conditions from last year, but without additional water deliveries conditions could soon deteriorate.
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Press release
California Waterfowl announces corporate partnership with Kershaw Knives
CWA welcomes its latest corporate partner, Kershaw Knives.
THOMPSON SECURES $2.8 MILLION FOR FOURTH DISTRICT WETLAND CONSERVATION
Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) has secured $2.8 million for the California Waterfowl Association to restore and enhance over 1,600 acres of wetlands and uplands in the Bay Area, benefiting many species of migratory birds across the Fourth District and surround areas. Special thanks to Robert Eddings for his excellent work in writing this successful grant proposal. This funding is part of $87 million secured by the Migratory Bird Conservation Commission for wetland conservation.
Waterfowl
Education
Join Us for a Hatchery Tour at Rancho Esquon!
Ever wondered what it would be like to tour a hatchery? Wonder no more! On July 20th from 9am to 11am, the doors at Rancho Esquon (1609 Adams Ranch Rd, Durham, CA) will be open for an exciting and educational hatchery tour.
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Press release
Wetland restoration
Promotion Announcement: Chadd Santerre, Director of Wetland Programs - NAWCA Coordinator
We are thrilled to announce the promotion of Chadd Santerre to the position of director of wetland programs - NAWCA coordinator at California Waterfowl. Chadd has been an integral part of our organization for over 25 years and is renowned as the nation's leading NAWCA grant recipient.
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Wetland restoration
Waterfowl
The Migratory Bird Conservation Partnership is kicking off their BirdReturns Fall Wetland Incentive Program
Get paid to flood your wetlands! Applications opened on May 17th and go until June 9th. Check out the application link in the full story as well as all the major details and requirements.
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Banding
Waterfowl
Mallards
Birds banded in 2023
In 2023, we banded a total of 8,549 birds, including 17 different species, with the majority being mallards, northern pintails, and gadwalls.
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What happens to my Donor Advised Fund (DAF) when I’m gone?
Creating a succession plan for your DAF is an important decision to make. Are you one of the thoughtful and generous people who have discovered the power of a donor advised fund (DAF)? They are an excellent tool to streamline and simplify charitable giving.
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Waterfowl
Breaking news - Option for 3 pintail bag limit approved for 2025-2026 season.
According to reports, a new harvest strategy for northern pintail has at last been approved by the Service Regulations Committee that will provide an opportunity for 3-bird bag beginning for the 2025-26 season. It will also reportedly not significantly increase the likelihood of a closed pintail season.
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CWA Membership Survey
California Waterfowl wants to hear from you. This brief multiple-choice survey will help ensure CWA is communicating and operating at our best to support our members’ needs and values.
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Gear Guide
Purina Extends its Sponsorship of California Waterfowl Association
Purina Extends its Sponsorship of California Waterfowl Association
Roseville, CA - California Waterfowl Association is pleased to announce Purina has extended its support of the conservation and educational initiatives of the organization with its 2024/2025 Sponsorship.
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Advocacy
Advocacy Updates
Updates on firearm related bills AB 3067 and SB 1160. The CWA advocacy team worked with other partners to gut both harmful bills of responsible gun owners.
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Camps & Clinics
Waterfowl
Education
Join us for the Suisun Marsh Field Day on Saturday June 1st
Mark your calendars! Join us for the Suisun Marsh Field Day on Saturday June 1st, from 9AM to 4PM at Grizzly Ranch. Admission is free, and it’s a day packed with fun for the entire family!
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Camps & Clinics
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Education
Camp Sprig dates and booking information.
California Waterfowl hosts camps that teach aspiring hunters the nuts and bolts of waterfowl hunting and conservation. With some spots still available and four different dates to choose from, now is the time to register your child or grandchild.
