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History of DUC
in Alberta
DUC’s first project in Alberta was at Many Island Lake near Medicine Hat in 1938, the year the organization was founded. 
(Anas platyrhynchos)
The male Mallard with his iridescent green head and chestnut breast is the classic duck of Alberta. Mallards can be found across the province wherever open water is found. Most people think of the Mallard’s quack as the “real” duck call.
How We Conserve 
Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) is committed to wetlands and wildlife conservation across Alberta, utilizing a variety of tools and tactics that will make the most effective and efficient use of DUC resources. Programs and projects are guided by cutting-edge science and environmental and wetland research. Conservation efforts focus on four broad areas of activity:
On the Ground
Activities in Alberta include working closely with landowners to assist in conserving natural and agricultural lands, and restoring wetlands. Most of these options are beneficial to both the landowners and the landscape that shelters waterfowl and wildlife and their habitat.
Science and Research
Information on wetland and waterfowl is critical to DUC’s conservation efforts in providing science based data outlining waterfowl needs and associated habitat.
Industry and Government Relations
DUC is working hard to influence policies that affect wetland conservation at that local and provincial level.
Education
Programs promote awareness and appreciation of waterfowl and wetlands along with their importance to fish, wildlife and people. DUC teaches young people, our conservationists of tomorrow, through a variety of formal and informal education opportunities.
