Spring is a magical time no matter where you live. From the gobble of turkeys to the call of the sandhill crane, there is so much to celebrate this time of year.
It’s also a time to celebrate Wildlife Forever’s 35th Anniversary! Starting in 1987, Wildlife Forever was founded by a single member who wanted to help wildlife. With member support, Wildlife Forever has developed many programs to address the needs of fish, wildlife, and people all around the world. Through your donations we have developed on-the-ground programs that create a better environment for all to enjoy. A few examples include:
1) Songbird Art Contest & Program - 2021
2) Prairie City USA – 2020
3) Clean Drain Dry Initiative – 2016
4) Threat Campaign – 2006
5) Fish Art Contest & Program– 1999
6) Grassroots Restoration Projects - 1992
Thank you for sharing your support and financial gifts that helped Wildlife Forever reach this important 35th Anniversary milestone. This year we will be celebrating with special offers and FREE product giveaways with new opportunities to get involved. Join the Wildlife Forever Facebook or Instagram pages for frequent updates.
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With that in mind, I’d like to kick things off right now! On the back, right side of your 2022 Wildlife Forever Calendar, there is a special 5-digit identification number. Before May 1st, email your name and calendar ID number to: [email protected].
We’ll draw for a special 35th Anniversary prize package that includes a bamboo cutting board, utility sheers, insulated wood grained water bottle, flashlight, and binoculars harness.
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As we embrace a renewed sense of spring and life returning to normal, please consider an extra special gift to Wildlife Forever to help ensure the next 35 years of conserving America’s fish and wildlife.
Thank you so very much.
Yours in Conservation,
Pat Conzemius
President & CEO
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Click below to become a Wildlife Forever Legacy Trust Member.
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Clean Drain Dry Initiative
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2021 Clean Drain Dry Report
Wildlife Forever is proud to release the 2021 Clean Drain Dry Initiative® annual accomplishment report. The public awareness campaign has generated a record-breaking 117 million impressions. Invasive species threaten fishing, boating, and outdoor recreation.
Highlights Include:
• $1.13 million invested in invasive species prevention.
• Industry-leading Access Enhancement work at critical points of public access.
• Local, State, Federal, and Industry Stakeholder partnerships and engagement.
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Wildlife Forever & Yamaha Rightwaters Partner Against Invasive Species
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Wildlife Forever has announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Yamaha Rightwaters™ to stop the spread of aquatic invasive species. The Clean Drain Dry Initiative strategic partnership will focus on implementing prevention marketing materials to enhance awareness and expand education throughout the fishing industry.
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Does your community have what it takes become a Prairie City USA? Does creating more wildlife habitat while also saving taxpayer dollars sound interesting to you? Learn more about the steps to join. Accepting applications now for new cities to participate. Click the buttons below for details.
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2022 Fish Art Program Updates
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- Students are now able to chose any fish, fresh or saltwater, for their Fish Art Program submission. Some species are eligible for specialty awards, which can be found HERE.
- We are now accepting and promoting digital submissions! Participants may choose between three modes of entry: digital submission, digital registration, or printable PDF forms. Please click below for details about each form and how to
enter.
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Fish Art entries will be accepted until March 31st!
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Introducing a special contest for World Fish Migration Day. Participants will submit a fish flag featuring a migratory fish of their choosing! The flag can be made of any material. Contest winners will be announced during an international live show.
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Read More
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Sneak a Peak at our 10-12 Category
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Jay N. Darling Legacy Works of Art Now Available
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Works of art from the private collection of the Jay N. Darling Legacy Center are now available to purchase. Jay Norwood Darling (1876-1962), was a 20th century two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning editorial cartoonist, journalist, artist, conservation activist, and advocate of sport hunting and fishing. Purchase of these pieces will support the Wildlife Forever Art of
Conservation ® program and the ongoing work of the Jay N. Darling Legacy Center.
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