Duck stamps offer unique opportunities

Duck stamps, or Federal Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamps, are normally purchased by waterfowl hunters, who are required to buy them by law. The Duck Stamp program was initiated as a way to fund the federal wetlands conservation program. Waterfowl hunters generate the main revenue for this program, buy anyone can buy the stamps and gain access to federally protected wetlands. It is for that reason that a growing number of birders are getting turned on to the program and buying Duck Stamps, which are only US $15.00, to not only gain great access to prime bird watching spots, but also to support the conservation of our natural wetlands in the process.

It is reported that over 700 million dollars have been generated in the past 75 years that the program has been activated. The lands protected by the program are key hotspots along the migratory paths of a wide variety of migratory birds, including waterfowl such as ducks, geese, swans, and brant. These lands, however, also end up being host to a wide variety of other species, including woodcocks, tanagers, hummingbirds, and more.

Those interested in purchasing Duck Stamps may call the U.S. Postal Service at 800-782-6724, or visit http://shop.usps.com. Duck Stamps may also be ordered at the following websites:

http://www.duckstamp.com
http://www.gos.org/duckstamp.html
http://www.fws.gov/duckstamps/

Posted by Dennis on 02/14 at 02:00 PM