Manitoba

Reconnecting with the outdoors

Volunteering with DUC provides Alex Resvick a sense of peace and connections to family and friends.

DUC analyzing wetlands on farms and ranches for carbon capture

High-tech monitoring towers in Manitoba measuring benefits of nature-based climate solutions.

New DUC research will help farmers save fertilizer costs

New DUC research will help farmers save fertilizer costs when growing high-yielding winter wheat.

DUC Manitoba recognizes women in science

Saluting dedication of female staff in applying science-based solutions to the challenges of climate change and sustainable agriculture.

DUC delivers 40 conservation projects in Manitoba in 2021

DUC built 40 conservation projects in Manitoba in 2021, helping mitigate climate change and aid farmers hit by drought.

Manitoba livestock producers honour DUC employee

Ken Gross, head of DUC conservation programs in Manitoba, named to Manitoba Forage and Grazing Association Wall of Fame.

Meet Kylie Holmstrom, Winner of the 2021 Wetland Centre of Excellence Scholarship

Meet Joyce Ji, Winner of the 2021 Wetland Centre of Excellence Scholarship

Manitoba landowner signs record conservation deal with DUC

Cattleman Sean Murphy is restoring 63 acres of wildlife habitat on his farm near Souris, Manitoba, in the biggest conservation agreement of its kind with Ducks Unlimited Canada.

DUC names 160 acres for long-serving Manitoba conservationist

DUC has dedicated 160 acres of marsh and prairie grasses to conservationist Glenn Babee, who helped restore the land south of Riding Mountain National Park in the 1990s.

Manitoba farmer appreciates wetlands during prairie drought

With exceptionally little rainfall on Manitoba fields in the 2021 crop season, a farmer says the true value of retaining wetlands on farmland has become even more apparent.

Dr. Frank Baldwin’s commitments to waterfowl and wildlife recognized

Wildlife management area renamed in honour of Manitoba conservationist.

Hunting and Trapping on DUC Lands in Manitoba

Rules surrounding hunting and trapping on these multi-use DUC properties in Manitoba.

Kyle Waczko is DUC’s Volunteer of the Year in Manitoba

After returning to his rural roots and starting a family, Kyle Waczko was inspired to do what he could for the future of the environment. Volunteering with DUC was a natural fit.

Conserving habitat with a history

For Ron Houck, nature is an important part of his farm’s history—and it’s worth saving. Habitat he’s protected with the help of DUC benefits more than 50 species of birds and other animals.

Say hello to the Harry J. Enns Wetland Discovery Centre

Oakbank teen earns Wetland Hero distinction with nest box project

New wetland guide helps farmers manage water responsibly and tap new funding

Proper wetland classification is key for farmers and other landowners to successfully use a streamlined approvals process for water control work under the provincial government’s new water regulation. To make that challenging task easier, Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) has developed a Manitoba Prairie Wetland Classification Guide that will be provided…

Conserving 54 million acres of Manitoba’s boreal wetlands

Provincial government announces new Boreal Wetlands Conservation Codes of Practice

Manitoba Prairie Wetland Classification Guide

The Manitoba Prairie Wetland Classification Guide is designed to help landowners classify their wetlands when submitting a Water Rights application for legal drainage or other water management activities on their property.

Oak Hammock Marsh nest cam gives intimate look at Canada goose and her nest

A special web cam monitors the progress of a Canada goose and her mate, who chose the rooftop of DUC's national offices at Oak Hammock Marsh for their nest.

Forging relationships to forge ahead

This was Cathy Gulka’s reaction when the Regina resident learned that she had been selected as Saskatchewan’s Volunteer of the Year.