If sounds of whistling wings from the great fall flight entice your senses, then the Waterfowl Brigade is for you! The intense, five-day camp centers on the ecology of ducks and other water-birds that fly around Texas. The Waterfowl Brigade motivates youth (ages 13-17) to become conservation ambassadors by learning the necessary skills to become the leaders of tomorrow. All you need is a love for hunting, nature, and/or the outdoors and a willingness to learn.

Time & Place
Waterfowl Brigade
July 13-17, 2022
Pintail Hunting Club
Garwood, TX
During the camp, participants will study aquatic vegetation, the importance of wetland ecosystems, waterfowl biology and flock dynamics, land and water stewardship, natural resource management, and how to identify waterfowl using all your senses. Becoming a conservation advocate is also accomplished with lessons on life-skills, such as working as a team, improved public speaking and communication, and leadership. There are also activities involving photography, journaling, and painting. Hunting skills, safety, and ethics are also covered. Come join us in our outdoor classroom nested in the wetlands and flooded timber of the Big Woods on the Trinity!
Sponsors
Waterfowl Brigade Committee
Name Professional Affiliation Committee Role
Clinton Faas Texas Parks & Wildlife Department President/Coordinator
Stephen McDowell Texas Parks & Wildlife Department Vice President
Taylor Abshier Ducks Unlimited Secretary/Treasurer
Lang Alford Texas Parks & Wildlife Department Member
Trey Barron Texas Parks & Wildlife Department Member
Owen Best Member
David Butler Texas Parks & Wildlife Department Member
John Cole Small Business Owner Member
Larry Cole Small Business Owner Member
Todd Merendino Ducks Unlimited Member
Noel Orsak Quail Forever Member
Mike Petter Resource & Land Management, LLC Member
Shelby Seaquist Graduate Student Texas A&M University Member