South Carolina Governor @henrymcmaster recently signed an Executive Order establishing the Governor's Conservation Commission. The commission will advise the state on strategies to conserve its natural resources and habitat, facilitate collaboration among state, local, and federal entities, and encourage voluntary conservation practices on private lands, such as working lands easements. DU has conserved more than 225,000 acres in South Carolina, and we look forward to supporting this new commission. Thank you, Governor, for prioritizing the preservation of South Carolina's rich outdoor heritage! #DuckPolicy abcnews4.com/news/state/exec…

Thanks to Chairman @JohnBoozman & the Senate Agriculture Committee for passing a #FarmBill today that supports robust investment in critical conservation programs. We look forward to the Senate passing a bipartisan Farm Bill that supports the needs of farmers & ranchers while enabling them to steward productive waterfowl habitat on working lands. #DuckPolicy

DU has been awarded $5.79 million from the @NFWFnews to restore and enhance more than 14,500 acres of grasslands across North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, Minnesota, and Iowa. Through the Grassland Resilience and Conservation Initiative, DU is partnering with NFWF, McDonald’s USA, USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service, beef and beverage suppliers, and agricultural producers to strengthen the resilience of working grasslands. The result? More native grass, healthier soils and water resources, improved habitat for wildlife, and a more resilient foundation for beef production! Learn more: ducks.org/newsroom/du-receiv…

Congrats, Michael Crowder, DU Director of Agriculture Policy and Partnerships, on being appointed to The Farm, Ranch and Rural Communities Advisory Committee! The FRRCC provides policy information, advice, and recommendations to the @EPA Administrator on environmental issues and regulations. A special thanks to EPA Administrator @epaleezeldin, Ducks Unlimited looks forward to working with the EPA to advance agriculture and voluntary conservation priorities. #DuckPolicy epa.gov/newsreleases/epa-ann…

DU leaders were proud to attend the grand opening of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in Medora, North Dakota. DU CEO Adam Putnam participated in a panel discussion celebrating President Roosevelt’s enduring legacy and commitment to America’s lands, waters, wildlife, sportsmen and women, and outdoor heritage. Alongside leaders from the Department of the Interior, the Property and Environment Research Center, the Trust for Public Land, the National Wildlife Federation, the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, and the Boone & Crockett Club, the panel discussed our shared commitment and partnership to steward America’s natural resources for future generations. #DuckPolicy

Yesterday, Mike McShane, DU’s Advisory Senior VP for Public Policy, was presented with the Order of the Palmetto by @SenatorCampsen on behalf of Governor @henrymcmaster. Recognition in the Order is the state of South Carolina’s highest civilian honor. It is presented in recognition of a lifetime of extraordinary achievement, service, and contributions on a national or statewide scale. The Order of the Palmetto recognizes individuals who have selflessly given their time, resources, and goodwill through a variety of different causes and pursuits to the benefit of their neighbors, fellow citizens, and the fabric and prosperity of South Carolina. Mike embodies all of these ideals, and his steady leadership and unmatched dedication have helped conserve and connect habitat in the Lowcountry and around the Palmetto State, helping make the state a better place to live. We are proud that Governor McMaster has given him this well-deserved recognition.

Today, the House Natural Resources Committee advanced the bipartisan Great American Outdoors Act 250. Once passed, this legislation will support access for hunters and anglers and invest in habitat conservation on public lands. We thank Chairman @RepWesterman & Ranking Member @RepHuffman for their leadership. #DuckPolicy

More great news for hunters, anglers & outdoorsmen & women - the Senate Energy & Natural Resources Committee unanimously passed the bipartisan America the Beautiful Act. This will build upon 2020’s successful Great American Outdoors Act, and we thank Sens. @SteveDaines, @SenAngusKing, @SenMikeLee, & @SenatorHeinrich for their leadership. #DuckPolicy

NEWS: North Dakota’s 79th annual spring breeding duck survey provided an index of about 2.4 million birds in May, down 9.5% from 2.66 million in 2025 and 2.9 million in 2024. Watch the full update from North Dakota Game and Fish Department. youtube.com/watch?v=dhmx6PXX…

Keeping working lands in working hands is a motto that Ducks Unlimited fully supports. We look forward to continuing our work with @usda_nrcs to ensure America’s farmers and ranchers have the tools available to keep their land productive while stewarding habitat for future generations. #DuckPolicy

Great news - the House @NatResources Committee just introduced the bipartisan Great American Outdoors Act 250, which will invest $1.9 billion into our national parks & public lands over 5 years. We thank Chairman @RepWesterman & Ranking Member @RepHuffman for leading this important legislation to conserve habitat & improve access for America's hunters, anglers, & outdoor recreationists. #DuckPolicy Read more ⤵️ ducks.org/newsroom/ducks-unl…

Great news for hunters and all outdoor recreationists: @USFWS announced more than $67 million for wetlands conservation on national wildlife refuges. This includes $44.79 million in NAWCA funding approved by the Migratory Bird Conservation Commission. Thanks to @SecretaryBurgum & the members of the MBCC for approving this important funding to conserve waterfowl habitat. #DuckPolicy

Ducks Unlimited is pleased to announce we've elevated Dr. Karen Waldrop to Chief Operating Officer. Waldrop joined DU in 2019 as Chief Conservation Officer and has overseen an expansion of DU’s conservation delivery footprint across the United States. ducks.org/newsroom/ducks-unl…

DU CEO Adam Putnam joined @ohiodnr Director Mary Mertz for a fireside chat to discuss DU's wetlands conservation work and our critical partnership with the state's @H2Ohio program. Thank you to the agency staff for all the great work they do to steward Ohio's natural resources for future generations! #DuckPolicy

Thanks to @RepStenyHoyer for meeting with DU volunteer college students to discuss policies that support wetlands conservation in Congress! #DuckPolicy

Thank you to @RepTimBurchett for meeting with DU volunteers and college students in Washington, DC, to discuss how federal conservation policies, such as those included in the Farm Bill, support waterfowl habitat in Tennessee and across the country. #DuckPolicy

During our Washington, DC Fly-in, @DucksPresident Bob Spoerl, DU volunteers, & college students noticed a familiar sight while walking through the underground tunnel connected to the U.S. Capitol - the duck head. Since 1982, as part of the Congressional Art Competition, Members of Congress select one piece of artwork, painted by a local high school student from their district, to hang in this hallway for one year. This artwork is titled "Favorite Season" by Max Warren, from @WaysandMeansGOP Chairman @RepJasonSmith's district in Missouri. The passion and enthusiasm for DU's mission can be found in the most unlikely places, even in the Halls of Congress. This artwork is seen by hundreds of visitors each day, and it inspired DU volunteers this week as they advocated for wetlands conservation on Capitol Hill. Max – duck season is our favorite season, too! #DuckPolicy

Last night, the House Agriculture Committee passed a 2026 Farm Bill with bipartisan support. "We appreciate Chairman @CongressmanGT and the committee for advancing this legislation, and we look forward to supporting a bipartisan Farm Bill that benefits rural communities and wildlife habitat.” #DuckPolicy ducks.org/newsroom/du-farm-b…