"A California with abundant waterfowl, vibrant wetlands, and thriving hunting communities."
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.
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.
California Waterfowl thanks our Life Members for helping us advance our mission to protect the future of waterfowl conservation and hunting in California through advocacy, education, and habitat stewardship. (List updated as of June 30, 2026)
At its annual Conservation Celebration event, California Waterfowl (CWA) announced the launch of its "Heart of the Flyway" campaign, a bold, multi-year initiative to ensure that heritage remains strong by expanding hunting opportunity and restoring the wetlands and waterfowl populations that sustain it. To achieve this vision, CWA will raise $150 million.
In one of the most difficult water years the Klamath Basin has faced, a broad coalition of partners has come together to provide critically needed water to Tule Lake and Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuges.
Come join us for our 10th annual banquet at the Palo Alto Elks Lodge for a fun-filled night. Experience an amazing live and silent auction, raffles and games for all to enjoy! Get your tickets early, This event will sell out!
Discover a remarkable collection of American waterfowl history, spanning more than three decades of Federal Duck Stamps! Carefully curated for the discerning collector, this one-of-a-kind collection will only be offered in CWA's online auction, with proceeds benefiting CWA’s Heart of the Flyway campaign to protect the future of waterfowl hunting and conservation in California.
Join the CWA Placer County chapter for a Taste of the Bayou! Featuring Cajun Cuisine, Live Music and Themed Cocktails! This event is sure to get spicy and you do not want to miss this!
You are invited to join us for our new event near you! This event is at the Estrella Warbird Museum in Paso Robles and will be a night to remember! There will be delicious food and amazing auctions and raffles! An event you don't want to miss!
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