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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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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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.
 
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Dennis Raveling winners named

It is official! We have the Dennis Raveling winners named. First place is Lindsay Carlson with the $4,000 prize and second place is Shannon Stemaly with the $2,000 prize. Congratulations to you both!
 
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Special Youth Hunt days were a huge success!

While duck season was not a great season for most hunters this 2023-2024 season, the youth hunt was quite the opposite.
 
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Duck Confit Garlic Fries 

Duck Confit Garlic Fries  Prep: 10 mins  Cook: 12-24 hours Active cooking: 15 minutes 
 
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The Give it Twice Trust

If you are like many parents, you desire to give equally to your children with the belief that equality is more likely to lead to peace in the family. If you have multiple children, it is likely that some are more financially responsible than others.
 
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The 2023 CA State Duck Calling Competition

The 2023 CA State Championship Duck Calling Competition was held over the weekend, there were people and duck callers of all ages out to show their support and passion for the art of duck calling!
 
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CWA & CDFW partner for Hunter's Education Course

CWA & CDFW are partnering to bring a new hunter's education course being hosted at CWA headquarters on August 23rd & 24th. Just in time for the upcoming duck season!
 
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Dennis Raveling Scholarship 2023 Winners

The 2023 Dennis Raveling Scholarship winners have been announced and the application window for the 2024 scholarship has officially opened! Congrats to Caroline and Mairin for receiving their scholarship award!
 
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Freemont student wins California Digital Junior Duck Stamp Constest

An acrylic painting of an American Wigeon is California’s entry in the 2023 Federal Junior Duck Stamp Conservation and Design Program art contest. Michelle Lin, age 16, of Fremont, California, won Best of Show with her work titled, "Glimpse of Temperance”. Kwon’s sponsor is Irvington High School instructor Kimberly Parker.
 
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PHOTO GALLERY: Egg Salvage Hatchery Tour at Rancho Esquon

Ducklings? Kids? What's not to love? Brace yourself for a whole lot of adorableness from today's tour of the Egg Salvage Hatchery at Rancho Esquon.
 
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ADVOCACY: New regulations, anti-hunting bills

2020-21 waterfowl regulations set Legislature to hear anti-hunting bills Members asked to give fee...
 
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Make-your-own-nest education challenge! (Pre-K - 5th)

Think you can build a bird nest without your hands? Now that we're deep in the thick of spring, man...