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World Leaders in Wetlands & Waterfowl Conservation

World Leader in Wetlands & Waterfowl Conservation

Supporting local community is important to us. As an organization, we get involved as volunteers and also with donations. Read about how Strong Valley is pleased to support Ducks Unlimited and the conservation work they do for Wetlands & Waterfowl.

June 17, 2022
World Leader in Wetlands & Waterfowl Conservation
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Through the support of nearly 1 million members, Ducks Unlimited is the largest non-profit wetlands conservation organization in the world!

For 85 years, DU has conserved, restored, and managed over 15 million acres of wetlands in North America, conserving nearly 800,000 acres in California alone. Strong Valley was a proud sponsor of the recent fundraiser dinner for Fresno Ducks Unlimited. $0.83 of every $1 raised goes directly back into conservation!

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