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In 1985 the Vermont Legislature, recognizing the importance of wetlands to Vermont's
wildlife, created the Migratory Waterfowl Stamp Program. Under this program, hunters
wishing to harvest ducks, geese, and other migratory waterfowl are required to purchase
a special state migratory waterfowl stamp.
These beautiful stamps, designed by talented artist, have become popular with both
hunters and collectors alike. Each year, a new stamp is designed and a limited number
of prints created.
The Migratory Waterfowl Fund was established with the receipts from the sale of the
stamps and prints. Interest earned from the Waterfowl Fund is earmarked for wetland acquisition
and enhancement projects. So far, monies generated by the fund have:
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- funded 51 projects in 34 locations
- purchased 4,439 acres of wetland and adjacent uplands
- protected 921 acres of important habitat through conservation easements
- enhanced 1,412 acres of habitat
So, whether you are an avid waterfowl enthusiast, a stamp collector, or someone who
just appreciates fine wildlife art, you can't lose when you purchase a waterfowl stamp.
Not only will you satisfy your interest but you'll also help in the efforts to conserve
our important wetland resources.
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Heather Forcier of South Burlington, VT is the winner of the Vermont's Fish & Wildlife Department?s duck stamp photo competition. Four of Forcier?s photos of wild ducks will appear on Vermont?s State Duck Stamps from 2007 to 2010.
Forcier will market limited edition photographic prints of the winning images with matching State Duck Stamps under a contract with the State. The chosen photos are: ring-necked duck (2007), gadwall (2008), harlequin duck (2009), and wood duck (2010).
How do I buy a Waterfowl Stamp?
Purchasing a duck stamp is easy. Each year a new stamp design is released in August.
This stamp design is available for purchase from August until June 30 of the following
year. Simply print and mail our order form with your payment. The cost for a single
stamp is $7.50 !
You can also purchase a Waterfowl Stamp anywhere hunting and fishing licenses are
sold. Generally, licensing agents have stamps available from August until the end
of December. Click here for
a licensing agent near you.
For more information contact:
Bill Crenshaw - (802) 879-5699
Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department
Essex District Natural Resources Office
111 West Street
Essex Jct., VT 05452
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