Derrik Toovey (left) and Bob Rogers (right)
Derrik Toovey (left), a DUC volunteer and member of the provincial council in Saskatchewan accepts a $10,000 donation from Bob Rogers, Habitat Chair, Saskatoon Wildlife Federation.
 

Kids and ducks benefit from Saskatoon Wildlife Federation’s conservation leadership

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Saskatoon, SK, July 23, 2010 — Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) is pleased to announce a generous $10,000 donation from the Saskatoon Wildlife Federation (SWF). The cheque presention is a part of the SWF’s ongoing $100,000 commitment to DUC and the Hyde Wetlands in Saskatoon.

“The Hyde Wetlands is a shining example of what can be achieved when organizations work together to conserve critical waterfowl habitat and we thank the Saskatoon Wildlife Federation for today’s generous contribution,” says Dr. Michael Hill, head of wetland restoration with DUC. “This project is a special place and a great environmental gift of habitat to wildlife and the local community. We’ve been working on this project with SWF and the City of Saskatoon for the past few years and it is a pleasure to see children using this beautiful space as an outdoor classroom.”

According to Hill, the Hyde Wetlands is looked upon as a model for urban space planning in Canada. In total, five wetlands and 237 acres of green space were protected from the nearby urban development. The largest of the wetlands is being developed as an education destination for classes from Saskatoon and the surrounding area. The site is being developed in conjunction with the City of Saskatoon and a portion of SWF’s contribution will be used to fund DUC’s educational projects at the wetland.

A number of activities are planned for the event, including a visit by “The Wild Life,” a summer youth camp put on by the SWF. The group is learning about the environment through Project Webfoot, DUC’s education program.

Only through the support of individuals and conservation partners like the Saskatoon Wildlife Federation will DUC be able to achieve its conservation goals. Since 1938, Ducks Unlimited Canada has worked to conserve, restore and manage wetlands and associated habitats for North America’s waterfowl. These habitats also benefit other wildlife and people.

For more information contact:

Tom Jordens, t_jordens@ducks.ca
Communications Specialist
Ducks Unlimited Canada
Phone: (306) 569-0424

 
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