How to protect wetlands

Today is World Wetland Day and wetlands, although seemingly non-complex, are a big deal if you care about the balance of ecology here on earth.

If you want to help preserve, protect and restore wetlands in your area, below are some ideas…

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Celebrate both World Wetland Day in February then celebrate again in May when American Wetlands Month pops up. One of the best ways to celebrate is to educate a friend or family member about wetlands and why they matter to us.

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Join up with Ducks Unlimited a world leader in wetlands and waterfowl conservation. It’s just $25 to join and right now if you join up your money goes to support wetlands, you’ll receive the DU Magazine delivered to your door, filled with stunning photography and the latest on DU, and more. Plus right now, if you join, you’ll get a Ducks Unlimited vest – perfect for when you’re out digging around in your local wetland area. Environmental Concern Inc is another good group to join up with as well.
Volunteer in a wetland near you. Most wetland areas need helpers for restoration projects. Head to Surf Your Watershed to find a wetland area near you or contact your local parks department for info.
Purchase federal duck stamps from your local post office to support wetland acquisition.
Participate in the Clean Water Act.
Go to your child’s school and teach the kids about wetlands. See if your school can take a field trip to a local wetland too. See some wetland activity ideas.
The EPA suggest, “Rather than draining or filling wetlands, seek compatible uses involving minimal wetland alteration, such as waterfowl production, fur harvest, hay and forage, wild rice production, hunting and trapping leases, and selective timber harvest…. Select upland rather than wetlands sites for development projects and avoid wetland alteration or degradation during project construction.“

Where to get more information about wetlands:

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