{"id":108774,"date":"2019-08-26T12:32:05","date_gmt":"2019-08-26T16:32:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/madisoncountycourier.com\/?p=108774"},"modified":"2019-08-26T12:32:05","modified_gmt":"2019-08-26T16:32:05","slug":"promoting-conservation-through-the-arts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/madisoncountycourier.com\/?p=108774","title":{"rendered":"Promoting Conservation Through the Arts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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The Great Swamp Conservancy of Canastota is hosting the\nFederal Duck Stamp Exhibit from Aug. 26 through Sept. 15, 2019, Monday through\nSaturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This exhibit has been traveling all over the\nUnited States, and the GSC is honored to have this display.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In its 86th-year history (since 1934) the Duck Stamp has\nbeen a vital conservation tool. The original artwork of first-, second- and\nthird-place winners and 17 runners-up are here in Canastota for all to enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you are a hunter, artist, stamp collector, bird\nwatcher, refuge visitor, conservationists or outdoor enthusiast the purchase of\nan annual Duck Stamp is a simple and effective way to contribute to habitat\nconservation. The Duck Stamp has raised over $1 billion dollars which are\ndedicated to conserving important wetland habitats. Your purchase of this stamp\nwill not only allow you to hunt ducks but protects lands that are home to\nhundreds of species of plants, mammals, fish, amphibians, insects, and many wetland\nand grassland birds. It\u2019s not just wildlife that benefits. Wetlands acquired\nwith Duck Stamp dollars help purify water, aid in flood control, reduce\nerosion\/sedimentation, and enhance outdoor recreation opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Approximately 98 cents of every duck stamp dollar goes\ndirectly into the Migratory Bird Conservation Fund to purchase wetlands and\nwildlife habitat for inclusion into the National Wildlife Refuge System\u2014a fact\nthat ensures this land will be protected and available for all generations. Possession\nof the most recent Duck Stamp provides free admission into all National\nWildlife Refuges also.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Along with the Federal Duck Stamp exhibit, the public can\nview other types of artwork by fellow members of the Great Swamp Conservancy\u2019s\nArt and Nature Club and the Swamp Snappers Camera Club. The local talent\ndisplayed by members of both clubs is an amazing collection of nature\u2019s\nlandscapes and wildlife.  Come and learn\nabout these 3 exciting works of art, promoting conservation. Certain photos and\nart pieces are offered for sale. This is open to the public for all ages, free\nof charge. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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