Roger d’Eschambault is canoeing for conservation

Ducks Unlimited Canada President Roger d’Eschambault is embarking on a personal quest to raise awareness and funds for wetland conservation.

September 13, 2023

Roger d'Eschambault is taking his passion for conservation to Manitoba's wetlands and waterways.

Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) president Roger d’Eschambault is paddling through 85 years of conservation history. This fall, Roger is embarking on a personal quest to canoe the wetlands and waterways of Manitoba—exploring the very places where DUC began—to raise awareness and funds to support our wetland conservation work.

As an outdoorsperson and adventurer, Roger’s passion for conservation is fueled by the landscapes he loves to explore. For him, Canada’s wetlands remain his most cherished places, and compelling points of connection.

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“Our wetlands connect every single person in the country because of their powerful role in a critical and powerful resource we share: Water.”

Roger d’Eschambault

Exploring the birthplace of wetland conservation

A special stop on Roger’s journey will be Big Grass Marsh, near Gladstone, Manitoba. It’s the site of our first-ever wetland restoration project built in 1938 and considered the birthplace of wetland conservation in North America. Over the course of his expedition, he’ll travel to other points throughout the Lake Winnipeg watershed visiting iconic projects and other dedicated people along the way.

Historic Big Grass Marsh, site of Ducks Unlimited Canada's first project. © DUC

Wetland conservation matters now

Your donation in support of DUC President Roger d’Eschambault’s journey will help raise awareness and funds for our wetland conservation work. Donate today.

Roger, along with thousands of Ducks Unlimited Canada supporters and conservationists across the country, is an advocate and steward of water in all its forms. And in the early fall, when Canadians are enjoying the lakes and rivers that are the backdrop to our favourite memories, Roger will be using his trip to remind all Canadians why protecting wetlands now will reap benefits well into the future.

^“ “Climate change, biodiversity loss and the need for nature-based solutions that balance the needs of our economy and environment demand our attention.” – Roger d’Eschambault

The strength and support of Team DUC will be with Roger with every stroke of the paddle during his personal quest…in the heart of the Prairies…and at the heart of North American conservation.