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.

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.

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.

LATEST NEWS

California Waterfowl and Partners Continue to Deliver Water to Klamath

Since October, CWA and a coalition of partners have pumped more than 60,000 acre-feet of water to the Klamath refuges.

California Waterfowl Honors Its Past with Refreshed Pintail Logo

The northern pintail is an iconic California bird and has represented California Waterfowl for more than 80 years. If one bird defines our organization, it’s the pintail—and it always will.

CWA-Sponsored Bill to Protect Waterfowl Application and Season/Daily Pass Monies Introduced

Legislation sponsored by CWA was introduced that would ensure that hunter-generated user fee revenues from Type A and B Wildlife Areas are used solely for the operations and maintenance (O&M) of those lands.

 

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UPCOMING EVENTS, AUCTION AND PEOPLE!

May 28, 2026
GOLD COUNTRY CWA RECRUITMENT & SOCIAL

We invite you to join us for a meal and refreshments in Mokelumne Hill to learn more about the opportunity to join our newly formed Gold Country Event Committee.

May 30, 2026
2026 COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL

Please join us for our first ever Country Music Festival in Manteca, CA. Enjoy special performances by Buck Ford, the Pure Country Band & Many Others. This event is limited and will sell out! Get your tickets now before they are gone!

May 30, 2026
YUBA SUTTER BANQUET

NEW DATE! Come join us for our 38th annual Yuba Sutter banquet at the Sutter Youth Organization Building in Sutter, CA. Enjoy a delicious meal catered by Silver Sage and have a blast at the live and silent auctions.

 
 

CWA PODCAST

Join us for insightful discussions about duck hunting, conservation, and a lot more.