10,000 Birds

JANUARY 1, 2019

For me, it’s one of the most exciting days of the year, and so I’m going to put aside the book review I’ve been crafting and talk about my favorite, best, top ten birds of 2018 (with a personal addition at the end). But, 2018 was a very special year for me, as you’ll see if you read to the end. [If,

2018 173

2018 New Jersey Michigan North Dakota 173

10,000 Birds

AUGUST 14, 2018

In June, the 2018-2019 Federal Duck Stamp was released. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) has published a list of NWRs that have been created or expanded with Duck Stamp funds. In fiscal year 2017 , funds available to the MBCF totaled about $87 million. It received a temporary reprieve in 2018, though surrounding areas did not.)

Ducks 203

Ducks Wildlife Texas Hawaii 203

10,000 Birds

JULY 9, 2019

A “ Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp ,” costs $25 and income from sales goes into the Migratory Bird Conservation Fund (“MBCF”). In fiscal year 2017 , funds available to the MBCF totaled about $87 million. On September 7, 2017 , the MBCC approved $21.9 The MCCC convened on April 25, 2018 , and approved $24.6

Maryland 169

Maryland 2017 Texas Ducks 169