Ducks Unlimited celebrating 80 years
Elka Wood Western News | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 8 years, 8 months AGO
Conservation organization Ducks Unlimited [DU] is celebrating it’s 80th year this year, and the Libby chapter will hold its much anticipated 32nd annual conservation dinner on Saturday, April 29, at 5 p.m. at the Ponderosa room in the city hall complex.
Organizer Jon Jeresek says “we aim to raise funds for wetland conservation, restoration and enhancement while enjoying a fun night out. There will be a delicious all you can eat buffet followed by raffles, auctions and prize giveaways.”
DU’s mission statement, taken from their website, has this to say about wetlands conservation: “Ducks Unlimited’s vision is a world of wetlands sufficient to fill the skies with waterfowl today, tomorrow and forever. That’s what DU’s founders envisioned in 1937, and it’s still our mission today.”
To purchase tickets and support the cause, please call Jon Jeresek on 293 8246
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