ABOUT US
Ducks Unlimited conserves, restores, and manages wetlands and associated habitats for waterfowl. These habitats also benefit other wildlife and people. Waterfowl conservation is facing important challenges as wetlands and other habitats are being degraded and destroyed across the continent.
OUR MISSION & HISTORY
Ducks Unlimited is dedicated to conserving and restoring wetlands and associated habitats for waterfowl, as well as other wildlife and people. Our mission is to ensure that these vital habitats are preserved for future generations. We have a rich history of successful conservation efforts and are committed to continuing this legacy.
DU got its start in 1937 during the Dust Bowl when North America's drought-plagued waterfowl populations had plunged to unprecedented lows. Determined not to sit idly by as the continent's waterfowl dwindled beyond recovery, a small group of sportsmen joined together to form an organization that became known as Ducks Unlimited. Its mission: habitat conservation
Thanks to decades of abiding by that single mission, Ducks Unlimited is now the world's largest and most effective private waterfowl and wetlands conservation organization. DU is able to multilaterally deliver its work through a series of partnerships with private individuals, landowners, agencies, scientific communities and other entities.
WILDLIFE CHALLENGES
Threats to North America’s wetlands and associated waterfowl habitats have never been greater than today. Fortunately, governments and corporations are embracing widespread public demand to do more to protect the environment with growing recognition that wetlands are a primary bellwether for environmental health.
Key public concerns are centered on water quality, sustainable water use, and extreme weather events that cause flooding, coastal erosion, and other types of storm damage. Elected officials, government/tribal agencies, and corporations are increasing funding of programs to offset these threats to society. Dallas Ducks Unlimited is uniquely positioned to provide natural infrastructure solutions to meet government and corporate objectives while also retaining core focus on waterfowl habitat landscapes.
OUR CORE VALUES
Mouse over the images below to view the core values and guiding principles of Dallas Ducks Unlimited's volunteers.
OUR PARTNERS
Ducks Unlimited collaborates with a wide range of partners, including government agencies, private landowners, and other conservation organizations. Together, we work towards the common goal of preserving and restoring wetlands and critical habitats. Our partners play a crucial role in supporting our conservation initiatives and ensuring the success of our mission.
