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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.

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.

1,000,000+

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.

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

October Hunt Report: Slow Flights, Strong Spirits

As we wrap up the first month of the 2025–26 waterfowl season, it’s clear that the birds are keeping us on our toes. Mild weather has meant slower bird movement than usual for October, with migration patterns lagging behind expectations.

December Hunt Report: Cold Mornings, Steady Birds & Winter Patterns Taking Shape

While major storm systems remained limited, the combination of colder nights and shorter days helped settle birds into winter patterns. Hunters across CWA properties have continuously reported solid experiences, steady opportunities, and encouraging signs heading into the heart of winter.

November Hunt Report: Migration Picks Up as Weather Slowly Shifts

As we move through the 2025–26 waterfowl season, November brought slight improvements in bird movement across many of our properties, along with the opening of Staten Island for the final two weeks of the month. While California’s weather remained mostly mild, hunters benefited from pockets of wind, cooler mornings, and scattered storms that helped nudge new birds into the state.

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UPCOMING EVENTS, AUCTION AND PEOPLE!

Feb 7, 2026

RED BLUFF BANQUET

Join us for our 2nd annual Red Bluff Banquet at the Tehama County Fairgrounds. Enjoy a hosted bar and delicious meal. You will experience great raffles, auctions and great like-minded individuals. No Tickets being sold at the door, so be sure to get yours now!

Feb 21, 2026

SAN DIEGO BANQUET

Please join us for our 36th San Diego Banquet at the Carlton Golf Course in Santee, CA. There will be fun raffles, silent & live auctions! But also delicious food and great people!

Feb 26, 2026

OAKDALE BANQUET

Join the Oakdale Chapter for their 19th annual banquet at the F.E.S Hall. Enjoy raffles, silent and live auctions, great food and good people. This event will sell out fast! Don't Miss Out!

Feb 27, 2026

TRI-VALLEY PRAWN & STEAK FEED

Please join us for our 35th anniversary of our Tri-Valley/ Pleasanton Prawn & Steak Feed in Livermore, CA. We have an amazing appetizer station, a fantastic silent & live auction and a one of a kind fun event! Do not miss out on a chance to see what we are all about!

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CWA PODCAST

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