Long Point Waterfowl is a non-profit, non-government organization dedicated to waterfowl and wetland research, conservation and education. We are also committed to the celebration of our hunting heritage. The primary purpose of Long Point Waterfowl is to study the staging ecology and requirements of waterfowl on the lower Great Lakes. We also monitor trends in the distribution and abundance of waterfowl, perform research on waterfowl habitats, and generate information useful for management purposes. Our staff and graduate students are committed to providing
hands-on opportunities for youth wildlife technicians, biologists and scientists, as well as to increasing public awareness of the important of maintaining healthy wetlands and sustainable waterfowl populations. Long Point Waterfowl was established in the 1980s, is administered through Bird Studies Canada, and governed by a Board of Directors and a Scientific Advisory Committee.
Long Point Waterfowl Highlights
Long Point Waterfowl hosted our Inaugural Fundraising Dinner on Saturday, April 28th at The Greens at Renton.
The dinner was a tremendous success; completely sold out, with over 180 people in attendance! The evening included a gourmet meal, live auction, silent auction, special raffles and several gifts for participants.
Long Point Waterfowl is committed to studying the ecology and requirements of waterfowl throughout the lower Great Lakes. We conduct science-based research and education to help sustain healthy wetlands, waterfowl populations and our hunting heritage. All funds raised from the dinner will be used by Long Point Waterfowl to support our research, conservation, education and outdoor heritage programs in southern Ontario.
We have set Saturday, April 27th 2013 as the date for our 2nd Annual Fundraising Dinner.
Long Point Waterfowl’s first annual Duck Day was a huge success with over 500 people in attendance! The crowd enjoyed the retriever demonstrations, raptor show, nature walks, kids events and much more. They also learned about the many conservation organizations in the area through interactive vendor displays. Thanks to everyone involved for such a great day! Click here for pictures of Duck Day.
Long Point Waterfowl’s Youth Hunting and Conservation Course was completed July 22nd-28th by 21 students aged 12-16 from the surrounding areas - click here to view more photos from this event.
Long Point Waterfowl’s Wetland and Waterbird Field Ecology Course was completed June 4th-11th by 16 undergraduate students from local universities - click here to view more photos from this event.
Long Point Waterfowl recently published a paper on the factors affecting lipid reserves and foraging activity of buffleheads, common goldeneyes, and long-tailed ducks during winter at Lake Ontario. Click here to view this paper.
Long Point Waterfowl’s Dr. Michael Schummer is featured in November’s issue of DU Inc’s Magazine.
Check out Long Point Waterfowl’s 2011 Newsletter.
Check out Long Point Waterfowl’s Avian Energetics Lab and Research and Education Centre.
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