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At the 2007 North Carolina Ducks Unlimited State Convention in Asheville, June 21-24, Eddie Morgan of the Currituck County Chapter was recognized as Area Chairman of the Year and Rodney Warren, Chairman for District 5, was r e c o g n i z e d as the District Chairman of the Year. Congratulations, and thank you for all that you do for the DUCKS.

State Chairman Lee Warren opened the state convention on Friday afternoon with a State Committee Workshop. Eighteen members of the state committee and four district chairman attended the state committee workshop. Lee Warren thanked everyone for coming and for their support of him as state chairman.

Lee Warren, State Chairman, reported that Senior Vice President John Pope had been elected First Vice President of Ducks Unlimited at the National Convention. As such, John will become the next President of Ducks Unlimited. John lives in

Jacksonville, Florida; and previously he was the Senior Vice President for the Atlantic Flyway. Regional Vice President Luke Laborde from Cary was elected as Senior Vice President for the Atlantic Flyway, and Monty Lewis from Thomasville,

Georgia, replaces Luke as Regional Vice President. Lloyd Goode, past State Chairman of NCDU was re-elected as an at large member of the Board of Directors.

Senior Vice President John Pope thanked everyone for their

volunteer spirit which enabled North Carolina Ducks Unlimited to become the gold standard for other states. In 2006, North Carolina was 1st in Major Donors, 3rd in Greenwing M e m b e r s h i p , 3rd in Total M e m b e r s h i p , and 9th in G r a s s r o o t s Income. He e x p r e s s e d

confidence that NCDU would continue to lead the way under State Chairman Lee Warren’s leadership.

Luke Laborde, Senior Vice President commented that the

i n i t i a t i v e s u n d e r w a y in North C a r o l i n a have been contagious. Other states are following in NCDU’s footsteps by a d o p t i n g t h e s e p r o g r a m s ;

therefore, we will have to work even more to stay NUMBER ONE. Ducks Unlimited ends its fiscal year on June 30th, and preliminary indications were that North Carolina’s grassroots income was $1,696,169.00. That’s an increase over last year of $115,000.00. In 2006, NCDU had 471 new volunteers and started 3 new chapters.

Through your philanthropic commitments NCDU will fund its strategic initiative to protect, restore and enhance an additional 22,000 wetland acres in North Carolina, plus 42,000 acres of waterfowl breeding habitat within the next fi ve years. North Carolina Sound CARE contributes to Ducks Unlimited’s goal of conserving, within the coming decade, an additional ten million acres of habitat in North America that is critical to waterfowl and people.

Diamond Legacy Sponsor - $1,000,000

Platinum Legacy Sponsor - $750,000 - $999,999 Gold Legacy Sponsor - $500,000 - $749,000

North Carolina Attorney General Offi ce/Smithfi eld Foods, Inc. Bayer CropScience

Legacy Sponsor - $250,000 - $499,999 Benefactor Roll or Honor - $100,000 - $249,999

Luke & Sonja Laborde Nat & Shelia Harris

Diamond Heritage Sponsor - $75,000 - $99,999 Heritage Sponsor - $50,000 - $74,999

Dohn Broadwell Kurt and Margaret AdamsThe Dale Earnhardt FoundationGeorge F. Henry, IIISyngenta

Diamond Sponsor in Perpetuity - $40,000 - $49,999 Sponsor in Perpetuity - $30,000 - $39,999

Truxton Emerson Ken B. Shafer, Jr.Gustav Gauss Jim Faircloth Eddie & Jo Allison SmithJames F. & Ann Cerza

Diamond Life Sponsor - $20,000 - $29,999

W.S. Wellons Realty Progress Energy Jack & Marcie Justice, Jr. Richard ChildressGregory Poole, Jr. J. Lee & Sue Warren Valentine Amusemen PCS Phosphate Gregory Poole, III Herman & Marty Moore Murphy-Brown, LLC Ray & Judy CollierRalph Morris J. Edwin Clement Wild Wings Farm, LLC Minges Bottling Group, LLCMargaret B. Beckman

Life Sponsor - $10,000 – 19,999

Devone L. Homes Frank & Mimi Liggett Marilyn Lamb William A. Lambeth, III John D. & Clair Payne, Jr. R. Donald & Nadine Overby

Robert Wendling Greg Turnage Clinton Toms, III Craig Morrison Maurice S. S. Hull Garry & Danya McQueen

Dave & Rhonda Pollard Robert P. Wellons Billy & Shirley Myrick Rob Klink Joel Hedgecoe Max Oaks

Charles R. Pless Robert & Carol Newcomb David Schuessler Stephen Bolick Ed & Frances Strickland Milton H. Askew, Jr.

Anderson & Yvonne Marlowe Lloyd & Michelle Goode Alfred R. Searle David D. Carter Harlan & Wanda Haywood Reid A. Horne

Henry M. & Amanda Kidd John & Laura Farley Randy & Beth Thierman Jesse W. Davis R. Douglas Cowan Tommy & Sandra Morrow

Larry & Laureen Wilkins Larry & Suzanne Clifton Mitchell R. Wickham Joe Dorman Joe & Rhonda Wilkerson Dr. George E. Sutton

Alan & Evelyn Hughes Hovey E. Aiken, III Ronald Copland Paula M. Fitzpatrick Don Kennedy Keith & Leanne Jones

Don & Donna Manley David J. Whichard, II Foxy & Bunny Matthews Thomas & Kay Minges Robert G. Deyton, Jr. Tom Cross

Odell L. Welborn John W. Willingham Larry Fox Jack & Jeane Welch Larry & Bonnie Marler H. Reid & Coles, Jones, Jr.

Hoyt Minges, Jr. L.L. Vann Electric John & Jane Whichard Virginia W. Minges Roy Carawan Russ Jones

Goldsboro Milling David Stallings Floors Mickey & Wanda Denning Robin & Kim Rose Robert S. Rippy Richard & Cindy Mynatt

Karl & Linda Blackley Ginger Minges Randy and Ceil Watson Patricia Page Minges Raleigh Mechanical & Metals Greg P. McDaniel

James & Teresa Morris David Coffman David & Mollie Krehnke Lee Danhauer Mike & Kim Barker Henry W. Boyd, III

David Breeden Charles Ray Lee Lee Howell David Hubbard David & Elizabeth Varnedoe David B. Hagan

Johnny M. Hill Lee Norris Schooner & Julie Nowell John Matthews James & Sue Bynum Andrew H. Weathersbee

Jimmy & Gina Decker Waste Industries Greg & Cindy Rhue Bill & Sonya Toman Greg Christos Rhett & Virginia Spencer

Mark & Susan Shouse Purcell Jones In memory of Maxel E. & Mabel Minges Kenny & Carol Lohr Richard D. Evans

Buzzard Corner Land & Timber Co., LLC In memory of Donald & Barbara Minges Mat & Elizabeth Raymond Jr. Barry P. Perry

Graham & Barbara Dozier Dal & Carol Snipes Wade S. Dunbar III John W. Parks, III R.A. Bryan Foundation, Inc. Larry & Donna Benton

Gerald & Carolyn Armstrong Larry M. Faust Curtis L. Rice Eddie C. Smith, Sr. Mark & Elizabeth Everett David C. Mays

Odell Thompson Warner Perry M. Shawn Kooyman John Paylor Corpening Jerome R. Eatman, Jr. Neal Rowland

Gary & Dorie Sturgill David Gilbert R. Judd & Nancy Sherman Hugh C. Butler Mark W. Pike John Hagan

R. Kelly Barnhill, Jr. Jason Williams Johnson R. Sholar George Newkirk Steven Matthews Edward I. Weisiger, Sr.

Brian & Carolyn McCreesh John & Lucy Marston Camp Bryan Farms Ace May Joe & Mary Kilgore Alan Cheek

Russell M. Hull, Jr. Byrd Brothers, Inc. Robert P. Gorrell Syd W. Dunn Robert C. Kemp David A. Barnes

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FIRST FLIGHTMISSION STATEMENTNorth Carolina Ducks Unlimited is a volunteer driven, member-ship-based, non-profit organization whose sole purpose is to raise funds to protect, enhance and maintain wetland habitat in North Carolina and across North America. These conservation efforts benefit waterfowl, other wildlife and the people of North Carolina today and tomorrow.

• State Chairman’s Letter ........................................... Page 2• Duck Dates ................................................................6• NCDU Committee Recognition ........................ Pages 6, 7• 2007 State Chairman's Awards ....................... Pages 14, 15

Look for Ducks Unlimited on the World Wide Web at www.ducks.org

Offi cial newspaper of the 24,100+ members of North Carolina Ducks Unlimited FALL 2007/VOL. 9, No. 2

CONGRATULATIONS TO MORGAN & WARREN

We Care About North Carolina's Wetlands

RODNEY WARREN District Chairman of the Year

EDDIE MORGANArea Chairman of the Year

See Congratulations, page 4

Rodney Warren Selected as the NCDU State Chairman Elect

One of the happiest days of my tenure as your State Chairman was Friday the 27th of July at the 19th annual Band the Billfish tournament. That was the day that Rodney Warren accepted the invitation from the senior leadership team here in

See Warren, page 8

By Lee WarrenState Chairman

North Carolina Ducks Unlimited/www.nc.ducks.org 2 Fall 2007North Carolina Ducks Unlimited/www.nc.ducks.org 2 Fall 2007

Since the spring edition of the “First Flight” newspaper many exciting things have taken place with NC Greenwings. North Carolina was recognized #2 in the nation with project WEBFOOT members behind Delaware and #3 nationally in total Greenwings at the National Convention in Anchorage, Alaska.

At the State Convention held in Ashville, the top three chapters recognized for WEBFOOT awards were: 1) Carteret Co. 2) Harnett Co. 3) Clinton-Sampson. The top three chapters for

total Greenwings were: 1) Cumberland Co. 2) Clinton-Sampson and 3) Duplin Co.

We have had a very successful summer of GW events with the efforts of such chapters as Carteret Co., Swansboro /Jacksonville, Wake Co., Concord, and Duplin Co. A special thank you is given to Life-Sponsor Bud Newkirk for allowing the Duplin committee to use his pond.

Many, many thanks to each chapter who enrolled classes in the WEBFOOT program and to each chapter who hosted a GW event. Your efforts are why NC ranks #2 and #3 nationwide.

Up coming GW Events:10-7-07 Clinton-SampsonLaurel Lake Campground10-21-07Bladen Co.Greens Pond

NOW is the time to focus on project WEBFOOT sign up as school is about to begin. Please contact anyone on the State GW Committee for help, advice, support or whatever – for GW events and promoting project WEBFOOT for more Science classrooms. Remember: DO IT FOR THE KIDS!!

You no doubt have heard the phrase used on a fi shing pier “You should Have Been Here Yesterday”. Well I’m telling you, “You Should Have been at the 2007 National Convention in Anchorage”. NC had 29 attendees and National Delegates in attendance, I heard that we had more attendees than any one else on the east coast or maybe east of the Mississippi.

At the 2006 convention in Phoenix; NC was presented the #1 state in the nation designation with 7 Top Ten fi nishes out of 18 categories and a Bronze Award in the comprehensive award category. At the 2007 convention in Anchorage; NC had 10 Top Ten fi nishes (4-1st place fi nishes) out of 18 categories and brought home the GOLD Award in the comprehensive award category.

Not only was NC recognized on stage 11 times, John Farley was recognized as being the catalyst that broke an all time DU record with NC obtaining 65 Major Donors in one

calendar year. John received a standing ovation from over 1,000 convention attendees from all over the continent. It doesn’t end there; Don Manley also was recognized as being the longest tenured DU employee with over 31 years in service. As Don & Donna were summoned to the stage, another standing ovation was in the works.

I am extremely proud of each and every one of you for your part in making North Carolina a nationally recognized force for two consecutive years. You, the volunteers are what makes NCDU so successful. Make plans now to attend the 2008 convention in Baltimore May 21st-25th at the beautiful Marriott Waterfront Hotel. We can gather a crowd, drive to Baltimore and have the most attendees from any where in the country. If you have never attended a national convention, this will be a great one to start with. Those that have been to one convention keep coming back year after year.

Greenwings are the future of Ducks Unlimited. Since 1973, the Greenwing programs conducted by local committees have created the perfect opportunity for youngsters to learn about wetlands conservation. By exposing them to the great outdoors and the need for improving wildlife habitat, we are taking positive steps to ensure the future of our natural heritage.

Name ________________________________________Birthdate ___________________________Address ___________________________________________________________________________________City _______________________________State _____________________ Zip ______________Email: ________________________________________

Jr. Greenwing (0-11 years) $10 Sr. Greenwing (12-17 years) $10 Legacy Greenwing (0-17 years) $200

Payment Check enclosed Credit Card (MasterCard/VISA/Discover/Amex)

Card # _______________________________________Exp Date _________________Signature _____________________________________

Your membership is tax-deductible except for the $3 value of Ducks Unlimited magazine and $3 value other membership fulfillment items to the amount allowed by law.

Greenwing Membership Application

Mail To:Keith Jones • 111 Barrus Ave. • Clinton, NC 28328

State Chairman’s Letter

By Lee Warren - State Chairman

NCDU Brings Home the GOLD from Anchorage

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Help Wanted!Sealed Bid Auct ion Easels

NCDU seeking volunteers to place and monitor easels at retails

establishments for the SBA Art Program.

Vounteers needed for all metro areas.

Potential to evolve to full or part-time position.

Earn extra inome for your local chapter and NCDU.

Contact Luke Laborde at (919) 389-2021 or

[email protected]

Lee Warren

GREENWING UPDATEBy Keith JonesState Greenwing Chairman

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State Officers and Staff

F I R S T F L I G H TFirst Fight, the North Carolina Ducks Unlimited Newsletter, is published two times a

year in the spring and fall. Due dates for articles and advertisements for the newsletter are February 15 and August 15. Articles, advertisements and leads should be submitted to:

Joseph A. Clendenin, State Publicity Chairman1035 Inverness Road, Southern Pines, NC 28387

Email: [email protected] • Telephone: 910-692-2538Submissions may also be given to NC regional directors.

NCDU GREENWING STATE COMMITTEE

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The "New" DU!By Luke Laborde - Senior Vice President

See Grassroots, page 4

Join the DU GRASSROOTS ArmyBy Monty Lewis - Region 10 Vice President

Project WEBFOOT is an international, interdisciplinary education outreach program and curriculum created by Ducks Unlimited to bring wetland education to life for 4th-6th grade students.

The fascinating world of wetlands is all around us. It exists in the many marshes, rivers, ponds, and swamps found throughout North America, even among our cities and suburbs. But wetlands aren’t spectacular, high-profile places like mountains and canyons. They don’t jump out and grab our attention. Instead, they perform their critical functions slowly and quietly—out of sight and, more often than not, out of mind.

Because many people are unaware of the tremendous value wetlands provide for our environment, economy, and well being, these amazing places continue to be destroyed at an alarming rate. To reverse this trend we must educate young people about the importance of wetlands, and empower them to make informed decisions about the future of these vital habitats.

The goal of Project WEBFOOT is to raise awareness and appreciation of wetlands among students, teachers, parents, and communities. Just as wetlands are a critical part of the interconnected web of life, each member of Project WEBFOOT has an important role to play in this exciting outreach program. TEACHERS AND STUDENTS

Project WEBFOOT offers teachers learning materials that can be integrated with the existing school curriculum to help bring the world of wetlands to life for 4th-6th grade students. These materials encourage active participation and problem solving in an interdisciplinary approach that can be used in teaching reading, science, art, and other subjects. Each Project WEBFOOT kit contains the following items:

• A curriculum-based lesson plan guide for teachers on habitats and communities

• A full-color illustrated book, America’s Wetlands: Guide to Plants and Animals, which offers a complete guide to North America’s most exciting ecosystems

• An interactive CD-ROM featuring a world of information on the ducks, geese, and swans of North America, including color photos, songs for all species from the world-famous Cornell Lab of Ornithology, range maps, abundance maps, ID tips, quizzes, and more.

• A Wetland Wild activity book filled with informative and fun puzzles, word scrambles, and graphic games that can be used in the classroom

• A full-color Wetland Values poster, Waterfowl poster, and workbook

• A read-aloud wetlands booklist to promote literacy and enhance knowledge

• A variety of fact sheets and other materials about wetlands and watersheds

• A one-year subscription to Ducks Unlimited’s quarterly Puddler magazine for each child

• A DU Greenwing membership certificate and yearly decal for each child

• A Pocket Waterfowl ID Guide for each child• An individual sticker collection for each child • A frameable certificate for each school enrolled in the program

SPONSORSBusinesses, corporations, foundations, and individuals are invited to

participate in Project WEBFOOT by sponsoring classrooms in their local communities. Sponsorships cost $300 per classroom ($12 per child for the average class of 25), and all the funds are spent locally, usually on the class, school, or school district of the sponsor’s choice. In return for their generous support, sponsors receive a frameable certificate listing the school and classroom(s) sponsored, as well as special recognition from participating students, teachers, and Ducks Unlimited.DU MEMBERS, PARENTS, AND OTHER VOLUNTEERS

Since Project WEBFOOT is largely volunteer-driven, the work of DU members, parents, and other volunteers is critical to the program’s success.

Ducks Unlimited state Greenwing Chairs play an important role in informing local DU chapters about the WEBFOOT program. Chapters may in turn set up committees comprised of individuals with different talents working together to get Project WEBFOOT adopted in their local communities.

DU members, parents, and other volunteers participate by seeking sponsor support from local businesses, public utilities, parent associations, and individuals. Once sponsorships are obtained, volunteers then approach school principals, district science coordinators, and teachers about enrolling local classrooms in the program. BRINGING WETLANDS EDUCATION TO LIFE

Everyone working together to raise awareness and appreciation of wetlands—that’s the “web” in Project WEBFOOT! Together sponsors, teachers, and volunteers can help bring wetlands education to life for students all across North America. Your support of this program in your community will help create a public that is committed to wetland conservation now and in the future.

Ducks Unlimited appreciates and thanks you for your support. To receive more information about Project WEBFOOT, contact State Greenwing Chair Keith Jones or any member of the Greenwing committee as listed below.

State ChairmanJ. Lee Warren, Jr.

PO Box 68Fayetteville, NC

28302-0068910.678.7775 w910.978.5339 m910.323.1456 f910.485.2700 h

[email protected]

State Chairman ElectRodney WarrenPO Box 1349

Dunn, NC 28335910.892.8723 w910.890.2524 m

[email protected]

Deputy State ChairmanGlenn Harrelson

3112 Champagne StreetCharlotte, NC 28210

704.552.1225 h803.968.1759 m

[email protected]

Deputy State ChairmanGreg Rhue

2024 Wesley LaneGreenville, NC 27858

252.931.5394 wk252.353.0923 h

[email protected]

Chairman Lead Drake Society

DU At Large Board MemberLloyd Goode

2816 Wayland DriveRaleigh, NC 27608

919.781.1919 h919.349.3443 m919.782.1745 f

[email protected]

State TreasurerMark Shouse

222 Larkin StreetMorehead City, NC 28557

252.247.2106 w252.240.1794 h252.240.9221 m252.247.1121 f

[email protected]

State SecretaryDavid Carter

1300 Rockhill RoadFayetteville, NC, 28312

910.323.5533 h910.485.8133 w

[email protected]

Olde North State ChapterMike Sterling

3356 Six Forks RoadRaleigh, NC 27609

919.782.0033 w919.272.1353 m919.859.9189 h

[email protected]

State Newsletter EditorJoe Clendenin

1035 Inverness RoadSouthern Pines, NC 28387

910.692.2538 [email protected]

State ChaplainLee Norris

836 Dunn RoadFayetteville, NC 28312

910.323.0141 w910.323.5411 h910.624.4893 [email protected]

State WebmasterLance Sanders

73 Woodberry ForestPittsboro, NC, 27312


State Major Donor Chairman

John Farley1692 E. Arlington Blvd.Greenville, NC 27858

252.756.9975 w252.756.7290 f

[email protected]

State Sponsor ChairmanBill Toman

1769 Seabrook School RdFayetteville, NC 28312

910.486.1331 w910.323.8650 h910.237.4095 m

[email protected]

State Greenwing Chairman Keith Jones

111 Barrus Ave.Clinton, NC 28328

910.592.1149910.590.9335 h

[email protected]

State Underwriting ChairmanTav Gauss

PO Box 158Wilson NC 27894252.237.3717 w252.237.3973 h919.677.8600 f

[email protected]

State Conservation Chairman

Chuck Duncan1804 Carl Williamson Road

Raleigh, NC 27610919.266.0513 w919.266.6821 h919.880.3652 m919.266.0513 f

[email protected]

State Shooting ChairmanGary Sturgill

4463 Kendale RoadHigh Point, NC 27265

336.605.2042 w336.869.1690 h336.605.2030 f

[email protected]

State Golf ChairmanKurt Adams

1204 Springwood Ave.Gibsonville, NC 27249

336.449.4321 w336.449.5549 f

[email protected]

Billfish Tournament Chairman

Bob Lichauer5505 Graymont Dr

Greensboro NC 27407336.454.5493 h336.880.3038 c

[email protected]

State Ladies ChairwomanKristy Christenberry

Northside High School7868 Free Union Church

RoadPinetown, NC 27865

252.943.6341 w252.945.5560 C

[email protected]

Senior Vice PresidentDU National Board Member

Luke Laborde210 Midenhall Way

Cary, NC 27513919.459.3030 w919.678.0647 h919.389.2021 m919.459.3010 f

[email protected]

Regional Vice PresidentDU National Board Member

Monty LewisP.O. Box 1694

Thomasville, VA, [email protected]

FIELD STAFFEastern NC Senior RD

Don Manley25 Scott Place

Clinton, NC 28328910-592-3898 w 910-590-3000 f

[email protected]

Central NC RDLarry Wilkins

124 W. Parker St.Henderson, NC 27536

252-430-1576 w252-425-1842 c

[email protected]

Western NC Senior RDCurtis Wooten

409 West Union StreetMorganton, NC 28655

828.430.4945 w 828.448.1401 m

Fax: [email protected]

Director of Conservation Programs

Craig LeSchackSouth Atlantic Field Office

3896 Leeds Ave.Charleston, CS 29405

843-745-9110 o

Regional BiologistCollin Smith

South Atlantic Field Office3294 Ashley Phosphate Rd.

Suite 1-FNorth Charleston, SC

29418843-327-5667 c843-745-9110

843-745-9112 [email protected]

Engineering TechnicianCoy Sullivan

313 N. Broad Street,Edenton, NC 27932

252-482-7437, ext 114 [email protected]

NC Conservation OfficeUSDA Service Center

730 N. Granville Street, Suite 8

Edenton, NC 27932252-482-7437 m252-482-3428 f

ChairmanKeith Jones [email protected] Barrus Ave. 910-592-1149 (h)Clinton, NC 28328 910-590-9335 (m

Don Manley (RD) [email protected] Scott Place 910-592-3898 (h)Clinton, NC 28328 910-990-6345 (m)

Kevin Lewis [email protected] Old River Road 252-728-6887 (h)Beaufort, NC 28516 252-725-1221 (m)

Mark Cash [email protected] 65 S. Elliott Road 919-968-0000 (w)Chapel Hill, NC 27514

George D. Simpson, Jr. [email protected] Hwy.70, Bettie 252-504-2514 (w)Beaufort, NC 28516 252-336-4307 (h)

Eddie Morgan [email protected] Allan Sawyer 252-336-4307 (h)Sharboro, NC 27973 252-202-5601 (m)

Lee Norris [email protected] Dunn Rd. 910-323-5411 (h)Fayetteville, NC 28312 910-624-4893 (m)

Joe Kilgore [email protected] Hidden Forge Dr. 910-323-1031 (h)Fayetteville, NC 28304 910-364-5803 (m)

Jim Shutt [email protected] Ivy Trace Rd. 336-778-2267 (h)Clemmons ,NC 27012 336-978-4715 (m)

Mike Metcalf [email protected] O Box 1413 704-796-8749Mt. Pleasant, NC 28124

Many of you volunteers that have been around for several seasons will remember well the underlying DU policy related to: “not getting involved in politics and leaving that to other organizations” that was our guiding policy for many, many years. We were all cautioned that we should leave efforts to influence Public Policy to our small Washington, DC staff to act on behalf of Ducks Unlimited.

My how the times and circumstances have changed in recent years related to Public Policy. Your organization has rearmed and retrained and adapted

different strategies for going to battle and trying to win our share of the public funding and influence the public policy related to wetland conservation. Our recently completed Five Year Business Plan addresses this issue and the increased importance Public Policy and Public Funding will have for our organization in the future. Our ability to leverage Public Funding sources with private, state and corporate funds allows us to significantly increase the work we can accomplish on the wetland conservation battlegrounds each day. Ducks Unlimited’s influence

See New DU, page 8

Wetlands for Tomorrow, Volunteer Celebration Day, 3 R’s, SBA, Sound CARE, Hunt & Home, Project Webfoot, Waterfowl Hunter’s Parties, Collegiate Chapters, Conservation Initiatives – if you were a DU volunteer during the ‘90’s, and, like Rip Van Winkle, “overslept a might” and woke to re-join your chapter today, you might be amazed at how much has changed in Ducks Unlimited. There is another less visible but critically important change that is taking place – accountability!

“Accountability” is defined as “thestate of being held responsible for carrying out one’s obligations.” Most of us are quite familiar with the concept of accountability in our day-to-day business responsibilities – a fair day’s pay for a fair day’s work, budgets to meet, deadlines to beat, milestones in a continuously accelerating cycle! We pledged our personal accountability when we accepted our job.

Ducks Unlimited is a different kind of responsibility. The success of DU hinges on the efforts not only of employees, who number in the hundreds, but significantly on the efforts of volunteers, who number over 60,000! As a DU volunteer, there is no “boss”, and their certainly is no paycheck! To whom is a DU volunteer accountable?

Today, we find the seeds of accountability deeply planted and growing throughout DU to engage our national leadership, state committees, and local chapters.

At the national level, you can feelthe commitment to “Wetlands for Tomorrow”, a $1.7 billion campaign for a continent. You read “Our Flight Plan”, a five year strategic plan seeking to enlist 75,000 volunteers and 700,000 adult members in pursuit of wetlands conservation. You are engaged in committees committed to constructive change, and you are challenged by regular conference calls to account for your actions.

At the state level, we are reminded by our mission statement that NCDU is “a volunteer driven, membership based, non-profit organization”. We share a commitment to Sound CARE, and we communicate goals and specific job responsibilities to state officers and district chairmen in order that we might fund restoration and enhancement of an additional 64,000 acres of wetlands in North Carolina and related breeding grounds. We are challenged during regular conference calls and state committee meetings to account for our actions.

In our local chapters, we are challenged to recruit new volunteers, to grow net net income by 5% per year, to hold (at least) a second event, to achieve 60% event efficiency, to recruit sponsors and upgrade sponsors to major donors, and to follow 10/30 reporting guidelines. We are asked to participate in district workshops, and we are provided with Event Planning Worksheets to facilitate development


On July 26-28, 2007, the weather gods smiled on the 19th Annual Band the Billfish Tournament at Morehead City. Everyone enjoyed the perfect weather, good fishing, great fellowship and outstanding food. All of these combined to make this a very successful fundraiser for Ducks Unlimited. The final figures are not yet in, but we will exceed $45,000.00 to be donated to Ducks Unlimited and Sound Care!!

Seventy-three boats participated in the tournament. They caught and released 45 billfish along with a good catch of large wahoo and dolphin. The winning boat was “Outer Limits” from Oregon Inlet with 600 release points followed by “Bill Collector” with 522 points, and “Hattitude” with 492 points. The total purse was $213,400.

None of this would have been possible without the efforts of my predecessors, Tav Gauss, Lloyd Goode, and Jack Lamb, Tournament Director, Mark Shouse, photographer , Beverly Warren, and the many volunteers including Carol Lohr, Jean Kilgore, and the members of the Little River, Jacksonville, Carteret County, Clinton/Sampson, NC State University and Cumberland County DU chapters. I would like to thank all of you for your outstanding performance.

Not to be forgotten, are our Sponsors’ whose financial support made all of this possible. Please thank them by supporting their companies all year long.

An addition to this year’s tournament was the creation of the “Band the Billfish” website. A special thanks goes to our new state DU Webmaster, Lance Sanders, for its creation. Please visit the site ( HYPERLINK “http://www.bandthebillfish.com” www.bandthebillfish.com) and let our sponsors and potential sponsors know that you have seen their advertising message through the website. We will keep it updated as new information is obtained, so check it often.

Next year’s tournament will be held on July 31-Aug 2, 2008. It will be our 20th Anniversary tournament and we hope to have special 20th Anniversary “Band the Billfish” merchandise available on the website early in 2008. Mark your calendars and get ready for another great Ducks Unlimited event.

Have a great fall fishing and hunting season. I look forward to seeing you all again next year!

Captain Bob LichauerBand the Billfish Chairman

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Congratulations from page 1

Lloyd Goode, At Large Member of the Board of Directors and Past State Chairman, thanked everyone for helping North Carolina to lead the nation. Lloyd emphasized that we should continue to recruit new members and new committee volunteers. Because everyone’s efforts, North Carolina was one of only two states to receive a Gold Award at the national convention. Lloyd also discussed the Feather Society. This is a program where you can benefit Ducks Unlimited through

your will. It’s very easy to do. Ducks U n l i m i t e d has legal templates on its web site where you can add DU as an i r r e v o c a b l e b e n e f i c i a r y to ad life i n s u r a n c e policy. By leaving any amount to

Ducks Unlimited, you become a member of the Feather Society.

Lee Warren, State Chairman, recognized John Farley, State Major Donor Chairman, for setting a Ducks Unlimited national record by enrolling 65 new major donors or upgrades in 2006. This year John has aimed even higher. His goal is to enroll 75 new major donors or upgrades. You may upgrade to a major donor by counting all of your previous membership dues toward major donor status. As a major donor, you have the opportunity to direct your contribution toward the funding of a specific project. If you would like to become a major donor or know some one who might want to be a major donor, John asks that you call him at (252) 756-9975. John reminded everyone that “Everyone might not be

able to be a major donor, but everyone knows some one who can.”

Rodney Warren, State Recruitment Chairman, reported that he has received 65 new member referrals by national headquarters. These referrals through the ducks.org website or the Ducks Unlimited Magazine are forwarded to the local area chairman and regional director. The area

chairman should contact the person, follow up, and get them involved in the local chapter.

Information on the Ducks Unlimited Wildlife Art Sealed Bid Auction was presented by Dan O’Neal, Senior Regional Director for Fund Raising. The SBA program has proven to be a successful means to generate additional grassroots funds outside of the banquet system. All income is credited to the local chapter as grassroots income. Every $1500.00 in net income from the SBA Program earns the local chapter one free gun for the local chapter event. The Sealed Bid Auction can be run by a “committee of one” and reaches an audience that may not attend a local banquet. The available wildlife art may

be viewed on the DU web site. Additionally, it’s a good way to keep a chapter active throughout the year. For more information Contact Dan by email at [email protected].

As the State Committee Workshop concluded, State Chairman Lee Warren reminded everyone of the Western BBQ Buffet on the patio and of the schedule of events for Saturday. A golf tournament, a sporting clays tournament, and local tours of Asheville were scheduled during the day and the NCDU Awards Banquet on Saturday evening.

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on how Public Policy is shaped regarding wetland and waterfowl conservation, clean water, clean air and greenhouse gases helps insure that these policies will complement our mission plan and allow us to utilize these policies to accelerate our conservation work. Recent Supreme Court case decisions and lower court decisions have revealed a vulnerability of existing wetlands rules and Public Policy. These adverse rulings have caused Ducks Unlimited to see an urgent need for updating Public Policies as related to wetland conservation so the great work we have done in the past can continue. These needed modifications and strengthening of Wetland Protection Public Policy will have to come from Congress with in consultation with conservation organizations and governmental agencies on the state and national level. As if this skirmish was not a challenge enough we also face other battlefronts involving the Farm Bill and the related agricultural based conservation programs funded from this bill. The recent mood in Washington to reduce subsidies paid to agriculture has had the collateral effect of threatening the funding for the conservation subsidies paid to agriculture that greatly benefit our efforts across the country. NAWCA (North American Wetlands Council) funding a source for much of our joint efforts with DU Canada and DUMAC has also been under attack in recent years by the budget cutter squads in Congress.

All this being said it became obvious to Senior DU Staff and Volunteers that we are waging too many battles in the Public Funding and Policy battleground without enough grassroots volunteer “troops” in our front lines. As a result there is now a “call to action” for all of us to become more actively involved in talking with our governmental representatives and presenting our case when requested by our Governmental Affairs professionals. Across our thousands of volunteers are individuals that know a congressman by first name, they have his or her cell phone number, they share a hunting camp together or they went to high school or college together and- with that- they have the ability to “reach” that person and deliver the message on a personal level. No organization can buy that type of lobbying or hire enough staff that can develop those relationships in a life time! These relationships are priceless assets to this organization and DU intends to make better use of these assets in the future to make sure our message is heard at critical times when policy and funding need to be influenced.

I would encourage each of you to take the time to send that email, make that phone call, leave that message/voice mail for our elected officials when you are called upon in the future. Please let someone know if you do have that special relationship with an elected official that is in the position to help our efforts. Working

together we are a powerful “grassroots army” of volunteers. When our efforts are well coordinated we can be sure our message is heard and that the ducks benefit from the limited public funding sources and that Public Policy is crafted with the DU Mission being supported. When we all unite with a single voice and that voice is in step with our “Singleness of Purpose” the ducks and the habitat for the ducks win the battle every time. Please sign up for the grassroots army and join ranks with your fellow DU volunteers and let’s get our voice heard!

Hyde County WaterfowlImpoundment

Two and one-half impoundment plant-ed in millet on a twenty acre tract in the Scranton area for lease. Access to Rose Bay. No blinds. $5500.00 per year. Contact: Tim Hedberg, 7537 Mossy Log Court, Flowery Branch, GA, 30542

(770) 539-1805 (c)(678) 828-9201(h)

email: [email protected]

All of us in Ducks Unlimited are proud of what DU has accomplished. I am probably most proud of the North Carolina special program – Sound CARE which is in the process of protecting, restoring and enhancing 64,000 acres at a cost of $ 22 million.

Of this total, Ducks Unlimited will conserve 22,000 acres in North Carolina for a cost of $ 11 million. So far we have met our goals, but we will have to work hard to complete them.

There are many individual Sound CARE projects in North Carolina – some are already completed such as the Ray D. Minges project in Martin County.

Don Manley and I had a good hunt last fall on the Minges project which is being handled by the NC Wildlife Commission - you all should apply for a hunt.

There are many projects that are just getting started – one of those is the Johns River project in Western North Carolina.

One of the many ways that we are raising this $ 22 million needed for Sound CARE is through major donors – contribution of $ 10,000 or more.

Ducks Unlimited allows an individual credit of all his prior contributions on a pledge to become a major donor and to pay the balance over five years. For example, if your contributions to DU total $ 1,000, you can become a Life Sponsor ($ 10,000) by paying the balance of $ 9,000 over five years.

Not all of us can become Life Sponsors right now, but you probably know someone who can.

As major donor chairman, I need your help and Sound CARE needs your help. If you can help me secure major donors, please call me at 252-756-9975.

To stay on target to reach our 2007Sound CARE goal we need 75 New Life Sponsors this year.

We have several projects which we can name for an individual or business who can make a larger contribution. Call me if you have someone interested.

Funds raised from major donors will be credited to the individual chapters.

By John FarleyState Major Donor Chairman

Ducks Unlimited Life SponsorsSound Care Major Donors

North Carolina Ducks Unlimited Band the Billfish

By Captain Bob LichauerChairman


I hear everyone is getting ready for the upcoming season with great expectations for a good year! I to am gearing up for the season in more ways than one for another great year for NCDU!!

Just a few words about myself and my newly appointed position for NCDU. As our State Chairman Lee Warren has stated in the past: “if you hang around long enough, DU will find a place for you”. Well, I was hiding but got caught! I hail from Cumberland County and have been involved with DU for 11 years. I am a life sponsor and have enjoyed many days working with DU and my local chapter.

As the new State Sponsor Chairman for NCDU, I want to invite each member to take a look at becoming a sponsor. This yearly cost of $250 is a

small amount for the good it will do for the ducks! If each of the present sponsors in each chapter will recruit one person as a sponsor, we can grow by over 25% overnight. This $250 sponsor cost equates to .69 cents per day for a year. Not much considering the other things we purchase each year for hunting, and you even get change back! Take a look at these returns for you buck!- one year membership to Ducks Unlimited- one year subscription to Ducks Unlimited magazine (6 months)- sponsor print- each year as a sponsor- tickets for the chapter Annual Banquet- special raffle drawing at banquet for sponsors only- one acre of wetlands will be in your honor as a sponsor- tickets for your chapter annual Sponsor Event

If you need any information on becoming a

sponsor, please give me a call at (910)-237-4095 or email me at [email protected]

Again, I invite you to become a “Sponsor” for the ducks. I hope that you enjoy being a member of Ducks Unlimited in North Carolina just as much as I have!

As a added bonus for our area chairman and sponsor chairman, there will be a drawing based on percentages of increases of new sponsors for a 2 day all included duck hunting trip(except travel) in the fantastic hunting capital of North Carolina called “Hyde County”. This hunting trip includes lodging and a guided hunt on the Pamiico Sound or impoundments at the famous “Hickory Creek Hunters” club in Gull Rock, North Carolina. Call for more information on the drawing!!

Have a great hunting season, and I look forward to hearing from you for the ducks!!!!!

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I’m looking forward to this fall for several reasons. I’ll be glad to get away from this 100 degree heat of August. I’ll be glad to see the hunting season arrive, and I’m looking forward to a great fall fundraising season for the ducks. North Carolina Ducks Unlimited has really been on the rise for the past three or four years, and this one is shaping up to be just as good or better.

Ducks Unlimited volunteers are the key to our success, and we have some the best ones right here in Eastern North Carolina. You are the reason we have done so well for so long and will continue to do well. If you are reading this, and you are not on a local committee, please consider joining your local chapter. Call me at (910)-592-3898 and I’ll help you. If you are on a committee, try to bring at least one or two more folks to your committee. Think what we could do for the ducks if each committee member in

North Carolina brought just one more person to the group.

The future of the sport of waterfowling depends on Ducks Unlimited and Ducks Unlimited depends on you. If you hunt ducks and you are not on a local committee, you should ask yourself why. If you take the time to hunt ducks, you need to take the time to help the waterfowl resource for yourself and for future generations.

I look forward to seeing you all at a banquet near you this fall.

Duck Notes from Eastern North CarolinaBy Don ManleySenior Regional Director

Well the “Dog Days” are upon us, and that can mean only one thing. Hunting seasons are about to begin. Before you know it, we will be sweating out an afternoon dove hunt with our friends or waiting in a field for that first flock of “Honkers” to appear on the horizon. I hope you all get the chance to take advantage of this season’s “fruits of your labor”.

The fall banquet season is just around the corner and I know that you are making plans for a great year for the ducks. Waterfowl numbers are looking good thanks to the efforts of the best volunteers in the world. With canvasbacks at a record high and increases in teal, mallards, and gadwall, we should have a great season if we can get Old Man Winter to make an appearance.

Another State Convention has passed, and

some notable chapters need to be recognized. The Raleigh Chapter has once again been recognized as a National “Top 10” chapter. Thanks to the Raleigh Chapter volunteers and their leaders R.J. Blondeau and A. Hobgood for a job well done. I know that they are getting ready to set new records at their upcoming banquet.

Also I would like to recognize Area Chairman of the Year, Eddie Morgan, of the Currituck County Chapter. Thanks Currituck for a great job.

Also we had our Volunteer Celebration Day on August 4th, and I would like to say thanks to the NC State Chapter for helping cook all those chickens that we served. Special thanks also go out to David Summerlin, Buck Curtis, Kurt Adams, Bob Thompson, Paul Yates and John Kimrey for all of their assistance in making this day a success. We had 28 chapters represented in Raleigh, and many more across the state at the other 2 locations.

Speaking of the NC State Chapter, those

guys led by Michael Jennings were the # 3 college chapter in the nation last year. I know that Ryan Lee and Trey Oliver (Co- chairmen) will keep up the good work. Go get the Aggies, and put NC State on top.

Ducks Unlimited now has available for chapters a new event called the “Waterfowl Hunters Party”. This event is an entirely new concept that can be used by districts for recruiting purposes. DU along with Avery the Decoy Company has put together a package consisting of some 60 dozen decoys, blinds, field bags, guns, and the like to use at the event. It works best when the event is managed by several committees in a district.

If you are interested in this, please let me know as soon as possible since we have to reserve the limited number of packages.

Thanks to all of the Central Region Volunteers for all you did last year and all you will do in years to come. Remember YOU are DU and YOU did make a difference this year

Duck Notes from Central North CarolinaBy Larry WilkinsRegional Director

What a summer!! With temperatures pushing or topping 100 for much of the first half of August and rainfall for the first seven months of the year way below average, this likely will be one that, years down the road, we will tell the grandkids about from a front-porch rocker. I can hear it now: “why when I was a young’un, it’d get so hot in August that the shingles would melt right off the roofs; and not only could you fry an egg on the sidewalk, bacon would sizzle in no time a’tall. You’d have to turn’em both quick and take’em up or they’d burn”…..

Fortunately, the heat and drought we’ve endured here haven’t similarly impacted waterfowl breeding habitats of the northern U.S. and Canada where the bulk of the migratory

birds that winter in North Carolina are hatched and reared. Rainfall over much of Canada has been normal to above normal all year and Spring surveys showed that, overall, waterfowl populations on the breeding grounds this spring were up fourteen percent over last year and up 24% over the long term average. That’s great news that bodes well for water fowlers in the Old North State – fall flights are anticipated to be normal to above normal this year. Of course, weather is a player in that as well; we can only hope that our hot summer is followed by an equally cold winter to push the birds down to us.

Thus far, Mother Nature has done her part, providing water to fill ponds across waterfowl breeding grounds. Ducks Unlimited continues to aggressively work to protect and restore wetlands there, and to protect and restore

adjacent grassland habitats that are critical to the success of nesting waterfowl. Grasslands are as important to the success of nesting waterfowl as wetlands, and both are increasingly under assault. Other articles in this issue provide insight to that concern and to DU’s work to address it.

Here in North Carolina drought conditions highlight the importance of wetlands protected and restored through our Sound CARE conservation initiative. In drought years many habitats normally utilized by both resident and wintering waterfowl are dry, making managed wetlands, with their reliable water supplies even more important. The NC Sound CARE Initiative has the goal of protecting and restoring 78,000 acres of wintering and nesting habitat by 2010. Thanks to the support of people like you, we’re on track to achieve that goal. The ducks, both here and there, thank you!!

Duck Notes from Western North CarolinaBy Curtis WootenSenior Regional Director

DUCK DATES10/04/2007 Jamestown DU Banquet10/05/2007 Bertie Co Banquet10/06/2007 Swansboro Banquet10/07/2007 Clinton-Sampson Greenwing Event10/11/2007 Granville County Banquet10/11/2007 Little River Chapter Fall Banquet10/12/2007 Vanceboro Banquet10/13/2007 Fairmont Oyster Roast10/18/2007 Jacksonville Banquet10/18/2007 Alamance County Banquet10/18/2007 Johnston Co Banquet10/18/2007 Union County Annual Banquet10/18/2007 Dogwood Chapter Annual Conservation Banquet10/19/2007 Appalachian State University Conservation Banquet10/19/2007 North Lenoir High School BBQ Sale10/20/2007 Lake James Chapter Annual Sponsor Event10/25/2007 Mt. Airy Chapter Annual Conservation Banquet10/25/2007 Reidsville Chapter Annual Conservation Banquet10/25/2007 Davidson County Chapter Annual Conservation Banquet10/25/2007 Minges-Pitt Banquet10/25/2007 Plymouth Banquet10/26/2007 New Bern Banquet10/27/2007 Cape Fear River Banquet10/27/2007 Caldwell County Membership Banquet10/28/2007 Duplin County Greenwing Event10/30/2007 Greene County Banquet11/01/2007 Morehead City Banquet11/01/2007 Macon County Chapter Annual Conservation Banquet11/01/2007 Durham County Banquet11/03/2007 Lake James Chapter Annual Conservation Banquet11/03/2007 Waterfowl Hunters Party/Laurinburg11/03/2007 Tyrrell County Banquet11/03/2007 Goldsboro Banquet

11/07/2007 Wilmington Sponsor Event11/07/2007 Franklin County Banquet11/08/2007 Fairmont Banquet11/08/2007 Martin County Banquet11/10/2007 Cumberland County Banquet11/10/2007 Whiteville Banquet11/10/2007 Duplin County Banquet11/13/2007 Greene County Sponsor Event11/14/2007 Raleigh Ducks Unlimited Banquet11/14/2007 Person Co Banquet11/15/2007 Anson County Banquet11/15/2007 Tri County Chapter Annual Conservation Banquet11/15/2007 Chapel Hill Membership11/15/2007 NCSU Student Chapter Banquet11/15/2007 Harnett County Banquet11/15/2007 Kinston Banquet11/16/2007 Cape Hatteras Banquet11/27/2007 Clinton-Sampson Oyster Roast11/29/2007 Chowan County Banquet12/01/2007 Jones County Banquet01/25/2008 Hyde County Banquet02/02/2008 Brunswick County Banquet02/07/2008 Winston-Salem Annual Conservation Banquet02/08/2008 Havelock Chapter Banquet02/08/2008 North Lenoir High School Banquet02/16/2008 Concord Chapter Annual Conservation Banquet02/23/2008 Duplin County Sponsor Event02/29/2008 East Carolina University Banquet03/05/2008 Lake Gaston DU Event03/22/2008 Clinton-Sampson Banquet04/03/2008 Northwest Chapter Banquest04/26/2008 Brunswick County Sponsor Event

Duck Notes from The Sponsors' BlindBy Bill TomanState Sponsor Chairman

NCDU State Convention August 21-24, 2008

MAJOR EVENTS

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GASTONIA CHAPTERChairmanDave BratcherMembersDavid Bratcher IISimone BratcherLarry CappsJudy CappsBill QuarlesLarry StrupAlfred CurrentDarleen CalvertBill JarmanAndrew ThreatJohn ParksMike KennedyMelvin Campbell

ONSLOW COUNTY/JACKSONVILLECHAPTERChairmanMark AmellMembersDarrell ThackerNick Naquin John SullivanVera SullivanBill MattesJohn OatesJohn StarzinskyPhil OharaRob MorrisLynda AmellChristy BierenRick DaughteryCorey MyersMark AmellMichelle RichmanJoseph Dickens, IIIMatt HartsellNeal Mobley

PLYMOUTH CHAPTERChairmanSteve BasnightMembersTom MillerRobbie AngeJames ArnoldDanny AlligoodTodd AngeJune BasnightMike Boyd Hallis Boyd, Jr.James BullockMike BullockEarl Bundy, Jr.Curtis BundyDon CarterFestus ChristenberryKristy Christenberry

APPALACHIAN STATE UNIVERSITYCHAPTERChairmanCameron McCarty MembersNick Barringer Ben Lyons Hilary Ports Nathan Newlin Drew Fussell Skyler Harrison Chris Roseman Steve Way Blake Boggs Robert W. Roach III Thomas W Tuck III Drew Estes Matt Markland Ben White Joseph Thomas Susan Bursley BJ Teague Charlie Blanton Garrett Brafford Jay Ward Alaska Williams Zeb Todb Bret Sowers Jeremy Bryan Greg Overcash

CALDWELL COUNTYCHAPTERChairmanTroy Smart MembersDavid Smart Tim Jonson Beth Jonson Chip Poe

CHARLOTTE CHAPTERChairmanChesley Smith, Jr. MembersCrit Harison Ivan Koenermann Hack Ward Jason Coen

John Newton Justin Buford Matt Ferlisi Matthew Schueneman Noel Kirch Richard Rollins Rusty Carson Scott Cato Steward Rollins Tom Raispis

CLEVELAND COUNTYCHAPTERChairmanCharlie Bridges MembersPatrick Yount Doc Tallent Jim Rose, Jr. Billy Standriddge Jamey Davis Brian Ivie Brad Piercy Car; <artom Rpbert Areu Jeffrey Wyatt Eryn McCraw Bill Chambless

CONCORD CHAPTERChairmanMike Metcalf MembersHugh Cameron Randy Daniels Matthew Drye Jim Ernst Todd Eury Bomghan Hefner David Honeycutt Shawn Irish David Krebs John Lee Jason Lengyel Phiilip Linker Jonathan McCaskill Mack Pittman Shue Richard Andrew Sides Kevin Sloop A.J. Smith Mark B. Smith Tony Stallings David P. Steitz William L. Thompson William Traynham Sean Webster Bob Williams Daniel Hefner Casey Blackwelder

DAN RIVER CHAPTERChairmanAlan Reid MembersPhil Berger Phil Berger Jr. Melvin Gant Chris Crump Robbie Graham Scott Trogdon Quint Haley Scot Stanley Steve Smith

DAVIDSON COUNTYCHAPTERChairmanSol Coltrane MembersRob Calloway John Conrad Jeff Davis Jay Lopp Eddie Motsinger Doug Robson Richard Smith Charlie Wall Jason Watkins Mike Helsabeck Chad Kirkendall Telley Hess Sam Everhart Hill Timberlake Matt Copley Walter Fulp Matt O’Bryant Trip Timberlake Sandy Yarbrough Kale Hartman Reynilds Shoaf

DAVIE COUNTYCHAPTERChairmanBrian Andrews MembersJerry Prater Jason Delong Kenneth McClamrock Matt Marion Emily Hunter Craig Murphy George Marthinuss

Chevis Cuthrell Earl Cuthrell Jonathan Orrell Lee Craver Bradley O’Neal Shannon Parks Brad Parks Garrett Leonard

DOGWOOD CHAPTERChairmanRon (Duck) Wyatt MembersWilliam Allison Chip Baker William Barnard Kim Beckett Dan Boovey Jerry Burns Dave Collins Charles Divette L. Reagan Dudley John Gilbert, II Jeff Hall Lee Lytton John McCalla Nate Neely, Jr. Bob Palmes Joe Sloan Harry M. Tsumas James A. Tsumas, Sr. Jim Gray Ben Long

GASTONIA CHAPTERChairmanDave Bratcher MembersSimone Bratcher Larry Capps David Bratcher Bill Jarmon Ed Brown Bill Pritchard Larry Stroup Shannon Feathers Melvin Campbell Mike Kennedy Bill Quarles Darrell Current Alfred Current Joe Dan Downey Patrick Hayes

GREENSBOROCHAPTERChairmanTrip Maddux MembersJustin Barnett Burns Blackwell Briian Cooke Scott Faircloth Butch Fields Gary Graham, Jr. Duncan Jones Shane Kelly Thomas Lowe Richard Montana Kent Price Corbin Sapp Dixon Smith Wes Stanley Xan Tisdale John Fields Trip Maddux Don Stroud

HIGH COUNTY CHAPTERChairmanScott Farfone MembersDottie Farfone Jerry Potempa Clara Potempa John Dean David Chandler Camemron McCarty Sammy Williams Curtis Page, DDS Matthew Rumfelt Carter Andrews Doug Spell John Carroll Nick Barringer Mark Scruggs

HIGH POINTCHAPTERChairmanThomas Leak MembersBritt Lytle Stuart Nunn John D. Newton Dane Snodgrass Brett Barbour Carl Bundy Thomas Leak Sean Brandt Mindy Wall John Gossett Purcell Kimsey

Judd Sherman Forrest Mendenhall F wayne Mendenhall Maurice Hull John Gossett Hal Johnson Bob Lichauer Jeff Renner Darren Howard Matt Dunham Bill Linton

JAMESTOWNCHAPTERChairmanKim Ridenhour MembersKit Barker Bennett Boyles David Cooke Martin M. KramerJim Lanier Jon Myers R. Judd Sherman Gary Sturgill Ken Woempner Bob Lichauer Charlie Nichols John R. Fields. Jr. Tommy Boggs Gary Crockett

KERNERSVILLECHAPTERChairmanRon Mehalik Adam Draime MembersRandy Blackburn Scott Cairey Grady Scott Chris Edwards Larry Marler Bonnie Marler Butch McCLendon James Bryson Jeff Widmer Byron Chandler Marilyn Mehalik Michael Enscore

KINGS MOUNTAINCHAPTERChairmanLarry Hamrick, Jr. MembersJay Majors Don Crawford Chad Arnold Bobby Horne Jonathan Merritt Florrie Hamrick Tim Miller Johnny Reavis Doug Satterfi eld David Brinkley Jake Dixon

LAKE JAMES CHAPTERChairmanRandy Walker MembersFred Causby Jimmy Piercy Rusty Allen Russell Bridges Amy Causby Tod Causby Dennis Setzer Gant Stephens Steve Shuping Thomas Best Nell Causby Butch McElhany Kathy McElhany Chip Fisher Steve Fisher Kaleb Berryhill Brad Propst

LAKE NORMAN CHAPTERChairmanJeremy Hughes MembersBob Amon Brett Eavenson Craig Bullis Jamie Durant Jim Juhl Stacy Overcash Tony White Travis Rollins Wes Greene Jim Lee

MACONCOUNTY CHAPTERChairmanWilliam Harvey MembersKen Danzig David L. Coke

Bobby C. Conley Nick Fouts Tony Nichols Jerrod Spencer Joe Stark Rick Pearson

MATTHEWS CHAPTERChairmanPat Nance MembersChris Foster

MONROE CHAPTERChairmanDon Smith MembersJustin Buford Jodi Courtney Trey Courtney John Edwards Kevin Hicks Jimmie McDonnal Becky McDonnal Paul Newton John Palko Don Smith

MOUNTAIN CHAPTERChairmanKevin Jackson MembersMatt Guffey Neal Hanks Anthony Esposito Carson Rogers David Clegg Dustin Summer Bruce Gatta Bob Louis Eric Thomas Erin Tallon Hal Jones Jim Diaz John W. Truitt Steve Taylor Kerney McNeil Larry Brown Martha Truitt Coker Metcaf Mike Butrum Robert Bell Ross Franklin Ryan Stepp

MT. AIRY CHAPTER ChairmanJay Boaz & Jeremy HughesMembersAlan Becker Steve Belton Ben Boaz Justin Boaz Brandon Chilton Chad Harrell Frank Harris Will Sheppard Neal Willard

NORTHWESTCHAPTERChairmanJon Spencer MembersJeff Jackson John Norwood Mark Coffey Justin Barger David Ingram Bob Klinger John Cutcliffe Link Huffman Chris Buchanan Bill Abernathy Stewart Robbins Joel Cooke Eugene Parham Joe & Becky Lail Joe Lail Jason E. Taylor Mike A. Kirby Bradley Madden Kip Robinson

REIDSVILLECHAPTERChairmanNathan Arnold MembersMichele Arnold Tim Matthews Pleas McMichael Melvin Gant Matt James Greg Barnes

ROWAN COUNTY CHAPTERChairmanKenny Roberts MembersKurt Culbert

Brad Taylor John Farmer Richard Faulkner Robert (Robbie) Julian Bill Carter Doul Carter Brad Eagle Chris Teter Tony Hawkin John Comey Jason Watkins

SMOKY MOUNTAIN CHAPTERChairmanBen Hill MembersMike Bates John Ogden

STOKESCOUNTY CHAPTERChairmanC. Von Bullin MembersLinda Bullin William R. Cutler Wanda Cutler Michael E.Jones R. Bradley Westmoreland Stanley Smith Cameron Kiger Arthur Collier

TRANSYLVANIA CHAPTERChairmanBryan McComb MembersJerre Kennedy Jim Reese John Fogarty Stuart Dodson Dick Larson

TRI-COUNTYCHAPTERChairmanTracy Hayes & Brett Abernathy MembersDennis Bridgeman Kim Bridgeman Gavin Brown Robert Guyer Will Gwynn Jeff Moncus Stephen C. Motsinger Rick Pardue James Ramaker Mark Stanley Walt Tayloe Benny Walsh Richard Hicks David Mastin Ronny O. White

WAKE FORESTUNIVERSITYCHAPTERChairmanJonathan Tauber MembersBrad Wharton Tom Knott McArn Bennett David Jones Jess Powell Riley Skinner Ryan Crimmins James Smith Cannon Gaskin Rob Reid Timmy Binion Marcus Dillon Ben Leon Patrick Russell


WILKESBOROCHAPTERChairmanGreg Blevins MembersChad F. Bogle Michael Church Arthur Lowe David S. Miller Jay Vannoy Donald Baynes Shannon Sheperd Chris Ward Gerald Taylor, Jr. Mike Jolly CarlMcCannSteve Roundtree

William Clark Kelly Joe Perry Mark Burcham Duane Smith Rusty Smith Claude W. Porter Terry Byrd

WINSTONSALEM CHAPTERChairmanJim Shutt MembersJohn Dwiggins Caroe Humphrey Christopher C. Russell Stephanie Russell Lee Martin Danhour Jim Harington Richard Harrington Amanda Freed Butch Pendergrass Cindy Shutt Don Stroud Ed Eustis Grover Gore II John Brady Ken McClamrock Lap Hamblen Max Greer Patty Shutt Ray and Cammy Bell Sue Beeson

ELIZABETH CITY CHAPTERChairmanRay Godfrey MembersTucker Brown Clayton Cheek Steve Chesson Keith Christianson Ashley ChristiansonTheresa Godfrey Aaron Hale W Harris Chuck Haskett Rhonda Hildebrand Samuel Hildebrand Marcus Jones George Little William Nixon Joel Sanders Chad Scott Lynn Scott

PERQUIMMANSCOUNTY CHAPTERChairmanDerek Scaff MembersWilliam Autry Maurice Bunch Kevin Campbell Broughton Dail Thomas Dale Dan Daneker Zeb daneker Paul Hunter Michael Hurdle Carl Lewis Pete Overman Elliott Overman David Perry Sara Winslow

CURRITUCKCHAPTERChairmanEddie Morgan MembersPam Balance Paul Bradley Vernon Chilton Louis Davis Wendy Davis Charles Dozier William Fentress James Freeman Tina Freeman Elaine Goodwin Al Griffi n Rod Hendrick Kristin Hendrick Christopher Cooper Allen Johnson Travis Knight Vera Mac Connell Jimmy Markett Aaron Matthews Kristan Midgett Charles Miller Alecia Miller Sherry Morgan Ellen Owens Cecil Owens Bell Robinson John Robinson Richard Royals Chandler Sawyer Judy Scaggs Starkey Sharp Susan Sharp

James Slade Angie Slade Angela Slade Kent Vaughan Ralph Webb Bill Wicks Jay Winslow Emily Winslow

KNOTTS ISLAND CHAPTERChairmanGary Jones MembersDaisy Jones Donald French John Crandell Constance Crandell Thomas Orlowski Andy Dyson Alisa Dyson Jill Karcergis Frank Hudgins III Brenda Hudgins Harold C Capps Sr Melinda Capps John Barnes Kay Barnes Steve Peterson Lawrence Tippett Mary Tippett Richard Williams James Clark Fred Waterfi eld Peggy Waterfi eld Andy Williams Mary Switzer Frank Switzer Christopher West Clifford Scott Cynthis Scott Billy Davis John Marcey

GATES COUNTY CHAPTERChairmanAndy Eure MembersBobby Caulder Sandra Caulder Bill Cowper Sallie Eure Josh Eure Helen Eure Ray Felton Pitt Godwin Ricky Hedgepeth Timmy Hedgepeth Paige Hedgepeth Heather Hedgepeth Eric Heuberger Phillip Hinton J Pierce Eric Rountree David Turner Jeff Turner Elton Winslow

CHOWAN COUNTY CHAPTERChairmanRyan Shook MembersSterling Baker T. Willis Beverly Hurdle Jeff Mason Miles Coxe Wyatt Lane Clay Willis Simon Rich

AHOSKIE CHAPTERChairmanGlenn Brown MembersGreg Quattlebaum Cory Quattlebaum Tony Cuttrell

BERTIE COUNTY CHAPTERChairmanMichael Lee MembersDavid Bunch Brad Castletoe Amber Castletoe Michelle Chappell Rodney Chappell Faye Copeland Braxton Copeland Keith Copeland Lanny Cowan Jay Doughtie Lee Hoggard Scott Jernigan Jeremy Johnson Mike Lee Chris Lee Melissa Lee Joseph Leggett Bobby Leggett

Victoria Leggett Andy Mulder Brandi Mulder Anthony Patrick Lloyd Perry Mat Pierce Terri Purnell Beth Ramsey Meliss Rhea Jodey Sary Jack Staley Connie Staley Bobby Ware Phillip waters Sharon waters Member sinceJuly 1, 2006 Liz Williams

ROCKY MOUNT CHAPTERChairmanVacant MembersClifton Ayscue Paul Bauer Matt Brown Lee Cay Gerald Creekmore Jimmie Hinton Howard Laurenn Jess Powell Robert Pridgen Charles Rollins Trey Tinsley Jason Vinson Michale Walker John Whitley Susan Whitley

EDGECOMBECOUNTY CHAPTERChairmanBrian Dixon MembersDoug Britt Joseph Britt John Kent Jeffrey Kiser Chris Long Raymond Pachnar Sammy Rackley Greg Sessoms Charles Taylor Byrum Watson

ROANOKE VALLEY CHAPTERChairmanKevin Hawkins MembersMark Garriss Henry Ford James Hasty Ben Thompson Matt Glen Rob Gowen Mike Clements Tony Warren Billy Green Jeff Best Al Cooke Paul Allen

KERR LAKE CHAPTERChairmanEddie Hilliard MembersRuss Harris Noel Faulkner Ben Davidson Larry Wilkins Bob Kemp Charlie Brown Phil Meador Jonathan Morton Kent Parrott Jeff Wilder Mike Garrett Robert Bass Seth Davidson Dawn Harris Linda Faulkner Rene Wilder Charles Moody

KNAPP OF REEDSCHAPTERChairmanRandy Gilmore MembersRobin Liggon Trevor Biggs Brandon Stovall Adam Brewer Alec Kearns Tee Wilkins Kent Parrott Leslie Parrott Smokey Currin Jayme Currin Joe Sinnema Chris Joyner Mike Cook

Lowell Smith Noel Faulkner

LAKE GASTON CHAPTERChairmanJoanne Reese MembersBlaine Reese Eric Bartholomew Brooks Clayton David Hight Brian Reese Jamie Reese Joseph Ross Roy Shearin Kim St Sing Eric St Sing Bryan Yount Jeannie Yount Jennie Reese Tim Boone

FRANKLIN COUNTYCHAPTERChairmanMark Speed MembersAustin Murray Tony Alford Mike Carter Wayne Champion John Harris Ray Hodges James Lumpkin William O’Neal Mike Riggsbee Pete Daunders Scott Soundergard Al Wheless William Wilson

WAKE FOREST CHAPTERChairmanSteve Smith MembersClark Alcock Andrew Ammons David Krehnke Craig Shoaf Gary Tharrington Tucker Williamson Brian Smith Dave Smith Chris Gaydos

LITTLERIVER CHAPTERChairmanTripp Warren MembersJohn D. Adams Al Adcock Ron Barham Bruce Behrendt Paul Brooks Tom Brooks Gil Clark Bill Clement Bo Conyers Doug Cowan Larry Currin Don Debnam Don Debnam Jr. Charles Driver Chuck Duncan Jeff Fullwood John Garrett Chuck Griswold Jim Hale James R. Hart Michael Hartley Mickey Hill Mark Keith Bill Leach Allen Massey Sam Matheny Chris Mauney Vic Murray Bill Myrick Jr. Billy Myrick Jimmy Parker Samuel L. Parker David J. Payne Al Peedin Allen Pipkin Henry Poole Lee Poole Chad Ray George Ray N. Dale Rimmer Bill Royster Lane Swindell Rick Tarpley Rod Wilson Jason H. Williams Members Since July 1, 2006Gentry Allen Player Barefoot Paul Gessner David Moore Gene Pleasants

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NORTH CAROLINA DUCKS UNLIMITEDCOMMITTEE RECOGNITION2007 North Carolina Ducks Unlimited

State Chairman's AwardsPintail 15- 25%

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Pamlico AreaTeeny Baker

Mt OliveErnie Taylor

RaleighA Hobgood /RJ Blondeau

Southern Albemarle...... Steve BasnightFairmont ....................... Joe WilliamsTopsail Beach ................ JP Horvat Lake Norman ................ Jeremy HughesGarner .......................... Collin FittsPeal-Sigmon ................... Derek Williams/ Bengie CoxRichmond Co ................ Steve Greene/ Frank ParkerKinston.......................... Brian WigginsUNCW ......................... Ben SturgillGreenville ...................... Greg RhueHavelock ....................... Cory DimauroLumberton .................... Steve CostaKerr Lake ...................... Noel FaulknerHigh Point ..................... Britt LytleOnslow Co .................... Jerry ArmstrongNC State ....................... Michael JenningsNew Bern ..................... Jeff Williams/ Jim AndersonBladen Co ..................... Terry SmithDurham ........................ Charles CollieJamestown .................... Ben Dawkins and Kim RidenhourJohnston Co .................. Paul YatesKernersville ................... Ron Mehalik

Franklin Co ................... Austin MurrayUNC ............................. Michael LindenMartin Co ..................... Tommy HardisonGastonia ........................ Dave BratcherWilson .......................... Will PittmanUnion Co ...................... Don SmithDogwood ...................... Ron “Duck” WyattCary .............................. Ed StricklandPungo Area ................... Ray HarrisEddie Scott .................... Trent Scott Lenoir ........................... Troy SmartHyde Co ....................... Brandon MarshallHarnett Co ................... Rodney Warren/ Brent JohnsonDavie Co ....................... Brian AndrewsTyrell Co ....................... Kim DavenportOuter Banks .................. Jay Williams Hendersonville .............. Scott SekalPender Co ..................... Earl LeeDuplin Co ..................... Ken RobertsNorthwest .................... Jon SpencerCurrituck ...................... Eddie Morgan

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WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.) praised the passage by unanimous consent of his bill (S.1877) clarifying U.S. law to allow veterans and servicemen not in uniform to salute the flag. Current law (US Code Title 4, Chapter 1) states that veterans and servicemen not in uniform should place their hand over their heart without clarifying whether they can or should salute the flag.

“The salute is a form of honor and respect, representing pride in one’s military service,” Senator Inhofe said. “Veterans and service members continue representing the military services even when not in uniform.” Unfortunately, current U.S. law leaves confusion as to whether veterans and service members out of uniform can or should salute the flag. My legislation will clarify this regulation, allowing veterans and servicemen alike to salute the flag, whether they are in uniform or not.

“I look forward to seeing those who have served saluting proudly at baseball games, parades, and formal events. I believe this is an appropriate way to honor and recognize the 25 million veterans in the United States who have served in the military and remain as role models to others citizens. Those who are currently serving or have served in the military have earned this right, and their recognition will be an inspiration to o ther s . ”

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Ducks Unlimited is a private,non-profit organization dedicated to conserving wetlands habitat for waterfowl and other wildlife. DU wasincorporated by a group of farsight-ed conservationists on Jan. 29, 1937.Membership in the organization is $25 minimum, which includes a subscription to the national Ducks Unlimited magazine. As the organization’s official publication for the state of North Carolina, First Flight, has a circulation of 24,100+. Views expressed by contributors are not necessarily those

of Ducks Unlimited Inc. Similarities between the name Ducks Unlimited Inc. and those of advertisers are coincidental and do not indicate mutual affiliation unless clearly stated. Members who have moved, should send their new address and current membership number to national headquarters.

North Carolina DU’s First Flight

is printed byMain Street Newspapers,

Salem VA.

First Flight is publishedtwo times yearly and mailed to more

than 24,100+ DU supporters.

F I R S TF L I G H TFall 2007 Vol. 9, No. 2

Lee WarrenNorth Carolina State Chairman

P.O. Box 68Fayetteville NC 28302

Telephone: 910-485-2700 (H)910-978-5339 (M)

www.getdeeds@infi online.net

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of committee goals and assignments. We ask our area chairman to participate in conference calls, district workshops, and our state convention to account for the activities of your local chapter.

Ducks Unlimited has, from its very beginning in 1937, been a volunteer driven organization. It has thrived these 70 years, with an impact of over 12,000,000 acres conserved, by maintaining a commitment to science-based decision making and to wise investments, committing at least 80% of our resources to conservation. DU has thrived by maintaining A Singleness of Purpose, an unwavering focus on our mission to conserve, restore and manage wetlands and associated habitat for North America’s waterfowl. We have thrived by harnessing the passion of our volunteers. We have succeeded because we, as volunteers, are able to count on other volunteers. The answer to my question, “To whom is a DU volunteer accountable?” isevident:

We are accountable to each other!DU is blessed to have thousands of dedicated

volunteers. Each of us brings different skills, different contacts, and varying quantities of time and financial resources that we are able to commit. That’s ok. Each of us “make a difference” in our own way, but it is the awesome aggregation of our collective efforts that has propelled DU to be the world leader in “on the ground” wetlands conservation. Thank you!

In Chapter 1 of Genesis, God gave man authority over “the fish of the sea, the birds of the air, and all the living things that move upon the earth.” Does authority not imply responsibility? Does responsibility not imply accountability? Will we be held accountable in a higher court?

With the coming of the fall, anticipation runs high! We eagerly await the first signs of migration. We also await our peak season for recruitment and fundraising. We ask that each of our members and volunteers accept accountability for your role in ensuring a future for waterfowl and for waterfowling. It is our pledge to each other. It’s the new DU!

NC to be recommended for appointment as the NC State Chair Elect by President Bruce Lewis.

Rodney and his wife Laura along with their twin five-year old sons Luke and Garrett live in Dunn, NC. Rodney has served flawlessly as your NC State Recruitment Chairman and as District Chairman in District 5 supervising five of our area chapters. Also Rodney has been instrumental in the three-year success of the Harnett County chapter’s “Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament”.

In addition to all of Rodney’s duties with DU, he is also a named partner in the CPA firm of “Giles, Strickland & Warren and is actively involved in his church and many other civic organizations.

Even though we were both born and raised twenty-some miles apart and share the same last name, I am not aware of any family connections. I am relatively sure (no pun intended) that my father could trace our roots back to some point just shy of Noah. As a matter of fact, I believe that you could have put my father off of an airplane in Sydney Australia and in about fifteen minutes he would find somebody that was kin to someone he knew.

Rodney Warren will make an excellent State Chairman that will continue to lead North Carolina Ducks Unlimited to unparalleled heights.

Warren from page 1

New DU from page 3

1. Assume that all firearms are loaded. Make no exceptions to this rule.

2. Never point the muzzle of a firearm at anything that you are not willing to destroy. Especially when “dry firing” an “unloaded” firearm.

3. Keep your finger off the trigger until the sights are on the target.

4. Be sure of your target and what is beyond it. Never fire at anything until you have positively identified it.

5. Keep all firearms unloaded until they are actually in use.

6. Do not rely on your firearm’s safety.

7. Always wear eye and ear protection when shooting.

8. Be sure that the barrel is clear of any obstructions before firing.

9. Know the mechanical and handling characteristics of the firearm that you are using.

10. Regularly clean and service your firearms.

Memphis, Tenn., Sept. 10, 2007 – As the fall hunting season approaches, there’s one question on the mind of every duck hunter: Where are the ducks? Ducks Unlimited is now helping answer that question. This week, Ducks Unlimited launched the most comprehensive migration map on the Web today.

It’s online now at www.d u c k s . o r g /MigrationMap.

“This is a must have tool that duck and goose hunters will use. It’s a truly integrated migration map of the U.S. and Canada, so they can see where the ducks are during the migration s e a s o n , ” said Anthony Jones, Web manager for Ducks Unlimited. “For years, people have been asking for a comprehensive, interactive map like this. That’s exactly what we’re giving them – and then some.”

Migration map users can report on waterfowl numbers in their local areas or hunting locations. Visitors loading the map will see an aerial view of North America with real-time colored “markers” scattered across the map.

Each dot represents a user-submitted report with color-coded waterfowl concentrations. Hunters can click on any dot to view the detailed report and in some cases,

view detailed aerial maps of their favorite hunting locations. They can even select which type of view they prefer – aerial, road or a hybrid view.

Users also can view migration patterns from two, five and 10 days back on the map.

“This allows hunters to not only see present activity levels, but also lets them know how birds are moving over time,” Jones said.

Users can also switch b e t w e e n d i f f e r e n t classificationsof waterfowl, such as diving ducks, puddle ducks and geese.

“When a user submits a report, we

ask them to classify the waterfowl they encountered. If they aren’t sure, we have a waterfowl id section where they can identify a bird down to the species level,” said Jones.

As an added bonus, visitors to the migration map can also subscribe to a special service and receive instant email notifications when a report is posted to their favorite hunting location.

The migration map is available throughout the fall and winter months exclusively on the Ducks Unlimited Web site, www.ducks.org.

Contact: Laura Houseal(901) 758-3764 [email protected]

For a limited time, Bank of America agreed to double donations to wetland conservation. From August 24 to September 15, Bank of America matched online donations to Ducks Unlimited, the world’s largest wetlands and waterfowl conservation group.

Bank of America offered the matching program to commemorate Ducks Unlimited’s appearance in the August 24 edition of USAToday. USA Today celebrated their 25th anniversary by recognizing 25 of the nation’s leading charities. Ducks Unlimited was selected, and was highlighted in the front-page Snapshot section on August 24th, and in two advertisements the following six days.

“It’s a tremendous honor to be selected by USA Today as one of the nation’s top 25 charities,” said Don Young, DU’s executive vice president. “We appreciate the generous publicity they’ve donated, and the generous contributions offered by Bank of America. Hopefully this will raise awareness about how critical our nation’s wetlands are, and get more people involved to make a difference through DU.”

The matching program certainly got people involved. Bank of America originally offered to match up to $50,000 in online donations. DU donors responded in force, and within the first twelve hours had met their match. Bank of America quickly and generously raised the

bar, doubling their matching commitment from $50,000 to $100,000. DU donors again stepped forward to meet the match, raising more than $200,000 for Ducks Unlimited’s conservation mission.

“This is our way of saying ‘congratulations’ on a job well done, and hopefully it will get more people involved in Ducks Unlimited’s critical habitat conservation work,” said Bruce Hammonds, President of Card Services at Bank of America.

“We’re grateful to Bank of America for giving conservationists this opportunity to make a difference,” said Young. “Bank of America is one of DU’s longest-standing and most dedicated partners. They realize the value of habitat conservation, and are generous enough to help others contribute to the cause. We also thank everyone who took advantage of this opportunity to double their donation through Bank of America.”

Thanks to Bank of America, $200,000.00 has been raised for the ducks.

Learn more about new Ducks Unlimited financial services from Bank of America including Ducks Unlimited checking, debit card, and savings accounts.

Ducks UnlimitedLaunches Online Migration Map

You can follow the ducks this season2007-2008 BAG LIMITS, SHOOTING HOURS, AND

SEASON DATES FOR WATERFOWL SEASONS OCCURRING AFTER OCT. 1

SEE THE CURRENT NORTH CAROLINA INLAND FISHING, HUNTING & TRAPPING REGULATIONS DIGEST FOR OTHER REGULATIONS CONCERNING WATERFOWL

BAG LIMITS

a) Conventional bag: 6 ducks with no more than 1 black or mottled duck, 4 mallards with no more than 2 hen mallards, 2 wood ducks, 2 redheads, 2 scaup, 2 canvasbacks, 4 scoters, 1 fulvous tree duck or 1 pintail. The season on harlequin ducks is closed. (Possession limits are twice the daily bag unless otherwise noted.)

b) Other limits: 1) 15 light geese (Includes snow & blue geese & Ross’ geese), no possession limit 2) 2 brant 3) 5 mergansers (2 hooded mergansers) 4) 7 sea ducks (In special sea duck areas only). In other areas sea ducks are part

of the regular duck bag limit. No more than 4 scoters per day may be taken in either season.

5) 15 coots 6) 5 dark geese (Includes Canada geese & white-fronted geese) in the Resident Hunt

Zone, 2 in the Southern James Bay Zone and 1 per season (permit holders only) in the Northeast Hunt Zone.

HOURS: One-half hour before sunrise to sunset.

Ducks, Mergansers & Coots October 3-6, November 10 - December 1 andDecember 15 - January 26 [No black or mottled duck shall be taken until Dec. 1]

Sea Ducks (Applies to extended bag limits only in Special Sea Duck Area.)

October 3 – January 31

Dark Geese (Includes Canada geese &white-fronted geese) Ask your Wildlife Service Agent to see the map for goose hunt zones or view at www.ncwildlife.org

Resident Population Hunt Zone: Oct. 3-27, Nov. 10 – Dec. 1 and Dec. 15 – Jan. 26. Southern James Bay Hunt Zone (Gaddy Goose refuge closed after Sept. 30): Oct. 3-27 and Nov. 10 – Dec. 31. Northeast Hunt Zone: Dec. 24 – Jan. 26 (By permit only – 1,000 will be issued).

Light Geese (Includes snow & blue geese & Ross’ geese)

October 17 - October 27 November 10 - March 1

Brant November 17 – December 1 and December 15 - January 26 Tundra Swan November 3 - January 31

(By permit only - 5,000 will be issued.) Youth Waterfowl Day (Species include ducks, geese, mergansers, coots and tundra swans. The youth must have a valid permit to harvest a tundra swan or a Canada goose (NE Hunt zone only). The accompanying adult may not hunt these species.

February 2, 2008 Youth must be 15 years of age or younger and accompanied by an adult at least 21 years of age.

You may also call 1-800-675-0263 for this information.Report all bands by calling 1-800-327-BAND or www.reportband.gov

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WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.) praised the passage by unanimous consent of his bill (S.1877) clarifying U.S. law to allow veterans and servicemen not in uniform to salute the flag. Current law (US Code Title 4, Chapter 1) states that veterans and servicemen not in uniform should place their hand over their heart without clarifying whether they can or should salute the flag.

“The salute is a form of honor and respect, representing pride in one’s military service,” Senator Inhofe said. “Veterans and service members continue representing the military services even when not in uniform.” Unfortunately, current U.S. law leaves confusion as to whether veterans and service members out of uniform can or should salute the flag. My legislation will clarify this regulation, allowing veterans and servicemen alike to salute the flag, whether they are in uniform or not.

“I look forward to seeing those who have served saluting proudly at baseball games, parades, and formal events. I believe this is an appropriate way to honor and recognize the 25 million veterans in the United States who have served in the military and remain as role models to others citizens. Those who are currently serving or have served in the military have earned this right, and their recognition will be an inspiration to o ther s . ”

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Ducks Unlimited is a private,non-profit organization dedicated to conserving wetlands habitat for waterfowl and other wildlife. DU wasincorporated by a group of farsight-ed conservationists on Jan. 29, 1937.Membership in the organization is $25 minimum, which includes a subscription to the national Ducks Unlimited magazine. As the organization’s official publication for the state of North Carolina, First Flight, has a circulation of 24,100+. Views expressed by contributors are not necessarily those

of Ducks Unlimited Inc. Similarities between the name Ducks Unlimited Inc. and those of advertisers are coincidental and do not indicate mutual affiliation unless clearly stated. Members who have moved, should send their new address and current membership number to national headquarters.

North Carolina DU’s First Flight

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Salem VA.

First Flight is publishedtwo times yearly and mailed to more

than 24,100+ DU supporters.

F I R S TF L I G H TFall 2007 Vol. 9, No. 2

Lee WarrenNorth Carolina State Chairman

P.O. Box 68Fayetteville NC 28302

Telephone: 910-485-2700 (H)910-978-5339 (M)

www.getdeeds@infi online.net

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of committee goals and assignments. We ask our area chairman to participate in conference calls, district workshops, and our state convention to account for the activities of your local chapter.

Ducks Unlimited has, from its very beginning in 1937, been a volunteer driven organization. It has thrived these 70 years, with an impact of over 12,000,000 acres conserved, by maintaining a commitment to science-based decision making and to wise investments, committing at least 80% of our resources to conservation. DU has thrived by maintaining A Singleness of Purpose, an unwavering focus on our mission to conserve, restore and manage wetlands and associated habitat for North America’s waterfowl. We have thrived by harnessing the passion of our volunteers. We have succeeded because we, as volunteers, are able to count on other volunteers. The answer to my question, “To whom is a DU volunteer accountable?” isevident:

We are accountable to each other!DU is blessed to have thousands of dedicated

volunteers. Each of us brings different skills, different contacts, and varying quantities of time and financial resources that we are able to commit. That’s ok. Each of us “make a difference” in our own way, but it is the awesome aggregation of our collective efforts that has propelled DU to be the world leader in “on the ground” wetlands conservation. Thank you!

In Chapter 1 of Genesis, God gave man authority over “the fish of the sea, the birds of the air, and all the living things that move upon the earth.” Does authority not imply responsibility? Does responsibility not imply accountability? Will we be held accountable in a higher court?

With the coming of the fall, anticipation runs high! We eagerly await the first signs of migration. We also await our peak season for recruitment and fundraising. We ask that each of our members and volunteers accept accountability for your role in ensuring a future for waterfowl and for waterfowling. It is our pledge to each other. It’s the new DU!

NC to be recommended for appointment as the NC State Chair Elect by President Bruce Lewis.

Rodney and his wife Laura along with their twin five-year old sons Luke and Garrett live in Dunn, NC. Rodney has served flawlessly as your NC State Recruitment Chairman and as District Chairman in District 5 supervising five of our area chapters. Also Rodney has been instrumental in the three-year success of the Harnett County chapter’s “Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament”.

In addition to all of Rodney’s duties with DU, he is also a named partner in the CPA firm of “Giles, Strickland & Warren and is actively involved in his church and many other civic organizations.

Even though we were both born and raised twenty-some miles apart and share the same last name, I am not aware of any family connections. I am relatively sure (no pun intended) that my father could trace our roots back to some point just shy of Noah. As a matter of fact, I believe that you could have put my father off of an airplane in Sydney Australia and in about fifteen minutes he would find somebody that was kin to someone he knew.

Rodney Warren will make an excellent State Chairman that will continue to lead North Carolina Ducks Unlimited to unparalleled heights.

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New DU from page 3

1. Assume that all firearms are loaded. Make no exceptions to this rule.

2. Never point the muzzle of a firearm at anything that you are not willing to destroy. Especially when “dry firing” an “unloaded” firearm.

3. Keep your finger off the trigger until the sights are on the target.

4. Be sure of your target and what is beyond it. Never fire at anything until you have positively identified it.

5. Keep all firearms unloaded until they are actually in use.

6. Do not rely on your firearm’s safety.

7. Always wear eye and ear protection when shooting.

8. Be sure that the barrel is clear of any obstructions before firing.

9. Know the mechanical and handling characteristics of the firearm that you are using.

10. Regularly clean and service your firearms.

Memphis, Tenn., Sept. 10, 2007 – As the fall hunting season approaches, there’s one question on the mind of every duck hunter: Where are the ducks? Ducks Unlimited is now helping answer that question. This week, Ducks Unlimited launched the most comprehensive migration map on the Web today.

It’s online now at www.d u c k s . o r g /MigrationMap.

“This is a must have tool that duck and goose hunters will use. It’s a truly integrated migration map of the U.S. and Canada, so they can see where the ducks are during the migration s e a s o n , ” said Anthony Jones, Web manager for Ducks Unlimited. “For years, people have been asking for a comprehensive, interactive map like this. That’s exactly what we’re giving them – and then some.”

Migration map users can report on waterfowl numbers in their local areas or hunting locations. Visitors loading the map will see an aerial view of North America with real-time colored “markers” scattered across the map.

Each dot represents a user-submitted report with color-coded waterfowl concentrations. Hunters can click on any dot to view the detailed report and in some cases,

view detailed aerial maps of their favorite hunting locations. They can even select which type of view they prefer – aerial, road or a hybrid view.

Users also can view migration patterns from two, five and 10 days back on the map.

“This allows hunters to not only see present activity levels, but also lets them know how birds are moving over time,” Jones said.

Users can also switch b e t w e e n d i f f e r e n t classificationsof waterfowl, such as diving ducks, puddle ducks and geese.

“When a user submits a report, we

ask them to classify the waterfowl they encountered. If they aren’t sure, we have a waterfowl id section where they can identify a bird down to the species level,” said Jones.

As an added bonus, visitors to the migration map can also subscribe to a special service and receive instant email notifications when a report is posted to their favorite hunting location.

The migration map is available throughout the fall and winter months exclusively on the Ducks Unlimited Web site, www.ducks.org.

Contact: Laura Houseal(901) 758-3764 [email protected]

For a limited time, Bank of America agreed to double donations to wetland conservation. From August 24 to September 15, Bank of America matched online donations to Ducks Unlimited, the world’s largest wetlands and waterfowl conservation group.

Bank of America offered the matching program to commemorate Ducks Unlimited’s appearance in the August 24 edition of USAToday. USA Today celebrated their 25th anniversary by recognizing 25 of the nation’s leading charities. Ducks Unlimited was selected, and was highlighted in the front-page Snapshot section on August 24th, and in two advertisements the following six days.

“It’s a tremendous honor to be selected by USA Today as one of the nation’s top 25 charities,” said Don Young, DU’s executive vice president. “We appreciate the generous publicity they’ve donated, and the generous contributions offered by Bank of America. Hopefully this will raise awareness about how critical our nation’s wetlands are, and get more people involved to make a difference through DU.”

The matching program certainly got people involved. Bank of America originally offered to match up to $50,000 in online donations. DU donors responded in force, and within the first twelve hours had met their match. Bank of America quickly and generously raised the

bar, doubling their matching commitment from $50,000 to $100,000. DU donors again stepped forward to meet the match, raising more than $200,000 for Ducks Unlimited’s conservation mission.

“This is our way of saying ‘congratulations’ on a job well done, and hopefully it will get more people involved in Ducks Unlimited’s critical habitat conservation work,” said Bruce Hammonds, President of Card Services at Bank of America.

“We’re grateful to Bank of America for giving conservationists this opportunity to make a difference,” said Young. “Bank of America is one of DU’s longest-standing and most dedicated partners. They realize the value of habitat conservation, and are generous enough to help others contribute to the cause. We also thank everyone who took advantage of this opportunity to double their donation through Bank of America.”

Thanks to Bank of America, $200,000.00 has been raised for the ducks.

Learn more about new Ducks Unlimited financial services from Bank of America including Ducks Unlimited checking, debit card, and savings accounts.

Ducks UnlimitedLaunches Online Migration Map

You can follow the ducks this season2007-2008 BAG LIMITS, SHOOTING HOURS, AND

SEASON DATES FOR WATERFOWL SEASONS OCCURRING AFTER OCT. 1

SEE THE CURRENT NORTH CAROLINA INLAND FISHING, HUNTING & TRAPPING REGULATIONS DIGEST FOR OTHER REGULATIONS CONCERNING WATERFOWL

BAG LIMITS

a) Conventional bag: 6 ducks with no more than 1 black or mottled duck, 4 mallards with no more than 2 hen mallards, 2 wood ducks, 2 redheads, 2 scaup, 2 canvasbacks, 4 scoters, 1 fulvous tree duck or 1 pintail. The season on harlequin ducks is closed. (Possession limits are twice the daily bag unless otherwise noted.)

b) Other limits: 1) 15 light geese (Includes snow & blue geese & Ross’ geese), no possession limit 2) 2 brant 3) 5 mergansers (2 hooded mergansers) 4) 7 sea ducks (In special sea duck areas only). In other areas sea ducks are part

of the regular duck bag limit. No more than 4 scoters per day may be taken in either season.

5) 15 coots 6) 5 dark geese (Includes Canada geese & white-fronted geese) in the Resident Hunt

Zone, 2 in the Southern James Bay Zone and 1 per season (permit holders only) in the Northeast Hunt Zone.

HOURS: One-half hour before sunrise to sunset.

Ducks, Mergansers & Coots October 3-6, November 10 - December 1 andDecember 15 - January 26 [No black or mottled duck shall be taken until Dec. 1]

Sea Ducks (Applies to extended bag limits only in Special Sea Duck Area.)

October 3 – January 31

Dark Geese (Includes Canada geese &white-fronted geese) Ask your Wildlife Service Agent to see the map for goose hunt zones or view at www.ncwildlife.org

Resident Population Hunt Zone: Oct. 3-27, Nov. 10 – Dec. 1 and Dec. 15 – Jan. 26. Southern James Bay Hunt Zone (Gaddy Goose refuge closed after Sept. 30): Oct. 3-27 and Nov. 10 – Dec. 31. Northeast Hunt Zone: Dec. 24 – Jan. 26 (By permit only – 1,000 will be issued).

Light Geese (Includes snow & blue geese & Ross’ geese)

October 17 - October 27 November 10 - March 1

Brant November 17 – December 1 and December 15 - January 26 Tundra Swan November 3 - January 31

(By permit only - 5,000 will be issued.) Youth Waterfowl Day (Species include ducks, geese, mergansers, coots and tundra swans. The youth must have a valid permit to harvest a tundra swan or a Canada goose (NE Hunt zone only). The accompanying adult may not hunt these species.

February 2, 2008 Youth must be 15 years of age or younger and accompanied by an adult at least 21 years of age.

You may also call 1-800-675-0263 for this information.Report all bands by calling 1-800-327-BAND or www.reportband.gov

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Paul Farley Grant Carver David Shook Clint Shook Patricia Lydon Chuck Lydon Ralph Jensen Chris Jensen Elise Jensen Julie Hart Paul Patterson Dawn Patterson Roger Spencer Kim Spencer Ray Bradshaw Cory Sumner Steve Goff Aaron Guyton Andy Everhart Ken Haggeman Fran Haggeman Bert Billings Judy Billings Cory Byrd Carson Goslee Bob Platt

BRUNSWICK COUNTY CHAPTERChairmanGreg Johnson MembersHarold Goodson Gregory Johnson Tommy Gore Kenny Scott Matt Hurlbut John North Dan Whisnant Roy Murray Paul Sazani Wallace Basnight Leamon Clemmons Al Parker Greg Swain Roy Murray Stephen Frink Greg White Ronnie Dupalevich Wade Philemon Jerry Willetts Glen Cook Conrad Benton Donald Dixon Preston Nowell Kent Phillips Scott Batson Charles Murray

UNC WILMINGTON CHAPTERChairmanJoe Barnes MembersBen Sturgill Casey Rice Grady Gordon Nathan Newlin Adam Freguson Steven Hair Matt Hinson

PEAL-SIGMONCHAPTERChairmanDerick Williams Chuck Baldwin MembersJoshua Blackburn Bill Brown Bubba Brown Jordan Carter Jim Collier Tim Collins Jerry Ezzell David Greco Warren Hedgepeth Clyde Hilburn Brad Johnson Reagan Lee Jamie Malpass Alex Newell Rodney Wilson, Sr. C J Parker Ken Pierce Colby Pridgen Brad Russ Robert Savage Will Scott Josh Simmons J E Thompson Don Ward Greg Ward Hal Ward Matt Wilson Rodney Wilson II

LUMBERTON CHAPTERChairmanCraig Lovette Co ChairmanSteve Costa Members

Larry Johnson Jeff Britt Donnie Blackburn James E. Britt Robbie Freeman Franklin Ivey Whittney Lovette Bart Richardson Pete Roberts Phillip Stone Jerry Wearins Steve West Larry Young Reggie Collins Rick Gregory Kenny Leggette David Walters Steve Ingram Eric Gregory Michael Blackburn

PEMBROKE CHAPTERChairmanRudy Paul MembersDr. David Brooks Arlie Jacobs Kent Chavis Tommy Lowry Kenneth Locklear Veirl Brooks Grady L. Hunt Roger Oxendine Robbie Lowery

SHOEHEELCHAPTERChairmanParks Mullis MembersDyane Branch George Wilcox Carol Hodge Mickey Hodge C.J. Spears

FAIRMONTCHAPTERChairmanBrent Bass MembersJoe Williams Scott Wilkerson Jeff Davis Kenny Williams Daniel Walters Jeremy Strickland Brian Strickland Danny Walters Andy Collins Patrick Jacobs Stein Ellefson Samuel Britt Anthony Sealey Brandon Ventura Leif Ellefson Shawn Barkley Dwayne Conner Bryant Morgan Jay Bowman

FAYETTEVILLE CHAPTERChairmanReid Horne MembersCharles Allen Cindy Allen Richard Andrews Robert Baker Gulie Bullard Randy Bullard Tom Carpenter David Carter David Coffman M.L Core Carolyn Core Jerome Crumbley Jim Crutchfi eld Phil Crutchfi eld Dorothy Crutchfi eld John Dalton Teresa Dalton Jim Fisher Scott Flowers Ernie Freeman Lanny Freeman Eric Gaines David Hubbard Jack Justice Marcie Justice Joe Kilgore Mary Kilgore Bob McCune Karen McCune Lee Norris Nancy Norris John Reilly Tonya Reilly Mary Ellen Shugart Bill Toman Sonya Toman George Turner

Diane Turner Bernard Vann Liz Varnedoe Lee Warren Sue Warren Olivia Westbrook Al Wheatley Diane Wheatley Bobby Wooldridge

BLADEN CO.CHAPTERChairmanTerry Smith MembersChad DeVane Phillip Greene, Jr Warren Sholar Brett Bostic Shawn Nye Dean Hilton Clay DeVane Casey DeVane Kevin Priest Rich Glenn Ray Marlowe, Jr David Greene Derick Davis Clint G. Hester Tyrone Mathis

DUPLIN CO. CHAPTERChairmanKen Roberts MembersTena Roberts Danny Sanderson Cathy Sanderson Mark Scronce Michelle Scronce John Bullard Craig Casteen Shannon Casteen Johnson Sholar Amanda Sholar David Jones David Murray Heather Murray Chris Blanchard Shannon Blanchard Brandon Batchelor Dustin Jackson Holly Jackson Frankie Creech Ashley Creech Bradley Kennedy Austin Beasley Jared Sanderson Jeff Morrisson Adam Futrell Myles Teachey Wayne Brooks Andrew Brooks Tony Johnson William Montford Matthew English Jason Ginn Bruce Herring Forest Hawes Ronnie Sanderson Timmy Evans Hayes Ludlum Johnson Sheffi eld Tim Evans Rob Wells Nick Wells Brantley Tokely Jerry Usher

DUNN-HARNETT CO. CHAPTERChairmanWalter Schmidlin MembersRodney M. Warren Jeffrey Dunn Dwight Tart Alex Ezzell Joey Dorman Mike Campbell Mike Wood Paul White Marc Phillips Johnnie Honeycutt Brian Johnson Walter Schmidlin Tom Breci Davis Byrd Bruce Martin David Collier Mac Hodges Don Hodges Graham Thompson King Roberts Clark Hales Kim Isenhour Scott Lockamy Ernie Tart Jeff Adkins Andrew White Graham White Charlie Stevens Warren Green Bill Creel

Brad Lasater Shane McLeod Andy Beasley Brent Johnson

MT. OLIVE CHAPTERChairmanErnie Taylor MembersCameron Withers Michael Williams Scott King Jeff Henderson Cliff Best Jordan Williams Matt Wiggins Ashley Grimes Graham Bennett

CAPE FEAR RIVER CHAPTERChairmanMitchell Womack MembersMichael McLeodJason Yarbrough Brian Hicks Carson Farmer Colby Lambert David Davis Doug Moore Eric Mangum Glen Farmer Justin Allen Mitchell Womack Nick Dupree Scott Billings Senter Currin Tony Morrison

CLINTON-SAMPSONCHAPTERChairmanAllen Colglazier MembersRicky AutryTenna AutryJason CorbettDawn Corbett Paul Degrasse Anita Degrasse Holden Dubose Ashley Grimes Jeffrey Merritt Laurice Williams Rebecca Williams Chip Champbell Donnie SoutherlandJohn Donaldson Craig Richardson Jamie Pope Keith JonesLeanne Jones Laurice Williams, Jr. Cheryl Williams, Jr. Danny Champion John Clark Tina Clark Dwight Jackson Don ManleyDonna Manley Mark Tyndall Amy TyndallKevin Bass Chad Blackmon Adam Watts Bradley Sulse Jeff Rose Brian HallJohn Sims Matthew LewisPamela Lewis Matthew Joyner Clark StricklandLori Strickland Holly Grady Richard Edwards Brandon Sessoms Steve Owens Michael JohnsonCarla Johnson Hunter Capps Michael OliverNatalie Oliver Jason HorneTiffany Horne Ryan Malpass Deon BullardStacey Bullard Jeremy HorneErica HorneChad AutryJamie AutryBryan KingTammy King

NORTH CAROLINA DUCKS UNLIMITEDCOMMITTEE RECOGNITION2007 North Carolina Ducks Unlimited

State Chairman's AwardsPintail 15- 25%

Alston Turner Gates CoAndy Eure

Knapp of ReddsSmokey Currin

Pamlico AreaTeeny Baker

Mt OliveErnie Taylor

RaleighA Hobgood /RJ Blondeau

Southern Albemarle...... Steve BasnightFairmont ....................... Joe WilliamsTopsail Beach ................ JP Horvat Lake Norman ................ Jeremy HughesGarner .......................... Collin FittsPeal-Sigmon ................... Derek Williams/ Bengie CoxRichmond Co ................ Steve Greene/ Frank ParkerKinston.......................... Brian WigginsUNCW ......................... Ben SturgillGreenville ...................... Greg RhueHavelock ....................... Cory DimauroLumberton .................... Steve CostaKerr Lake ...................... Noel FaulknerHigh Point ..................... Britt LytleOnslow Co .................... Jerry ArmstrongNC State ....................... Michael JenningsNew Bern ..................... Jeff Williams/ Jim AndersonBladen Co ..................... Terry SmithDurham ........................ Charles CollieJamestown .................... Ben Dawkins and Kim RidenhourJohnston Co .................. Paul YatesKernersville ................... Ron Mehalik

Franklin Co ................... Austin MurrayUNC ............................. Michael LindenMartin Co ..................... Tommy HardisonGastonia ........................ Dave BratcherWilson .......................... Will PittmanUnion Co ...................... Don SmithDogwood ...................... Ron “Duck” WyattCary .............................. Ed StricklandPungo Area ................... Ray HarrisEddie Scott .................... Trent Scott Lenoir ........................... Troy SmartHyde Co ....................... Brandon MarshallHarnett Co ................... Rodney Warren/ Brent JohnsonDavie Co ....................... Brian AndrewsTyrell Co ....................... Kim DavenportOuter Banks .................. Jay Williams Hendersonville .............. Scott SekalPender Co ..................... Earl LeeDuplin Co ..................... Ken RobertsNorthwest .................... Jon SpencerCurrituck ...................... Eddie Morgan

CANVASBACK AWARDS 25% OR GREATER

Teal 5-10%Hoke Co

Mike Hardin

Anson CoTravis Lookabill

Randolph COMicah Dark

Wood Duck 10-15%Trico Elkin

Tracy Hayes and Brett Abernathy

MountainKevin Jackson

DavidsonReynolds Shoaf

Pamlico CoKeith Lefl er

WilmingtonGil DuBois

ClintonBryan King

Top Collegiate Chapter

NC State UniversityMichael Jennings


GASTONIA CHAPTERChairmanDave BratcherMembersDavid Bratcher IISimone BratcherLarry CappsJudy CappsBill QuarlesLarry StrupAlfred CurrentDarleen CalvertBill JarmanAndrew ThreatJohn ParksMike KennedyMelvin Campbell

ONSLOW COUNTY/JACKSONVILLECHAPTERChairmanMark AmellMembersDarrell ThackerNick Naquin John SullivanVera SullivanBill MattesJohn OatesJohn StarzinskyPhil OharaRob MorrisLynda AmellChristy BierenRick DaughteryCorey MyersMark AmellMichelle RichmanJoseph Dickens, IIIMatt HartsellNeal Mobley

PLYMOUTH CHAPTERChairmanSteve BasnightMembersTom MillerRobbie AngeJames ArnoldDanny AlligoodTodd AngeJune BasnightMike Boyd Hallis Boyd, Jr.James BullockMike BullockEarl Bundy, Jr.Curtis BundyDon CarterFestus ChristenberryKristy Christenberry

APPALACHIAN STATE UNIVERSITYCHAPTERChairmanCameron McCarty MembersNick Barringer Ben Lyons Hilary Ports Nathan Newlin Drew Fussell Skyler Harrison Chris Roseman Steve Way Blake Boggs Robert W. Roach III Thomas W Tuck III Drew Estes Matt Markland Ben White Joseph Thomas Susan Bursley BJ Teague Charlie Blanton Garrett Brafford Jay Ward Alaska Williams Zeb Todb Bret Sowers Jeremy Bryan Greg Overcash

CALDWELL COUNTYCHAPTERChairmanTroy Smart MembersDavid Smart Tim Jonson Beth Jonson Chip Poe

CHARLOTTE CHAPTERChairmanChesley Smith, Jr. MembersCrit Harison Ivan Koenermann Hack Ward Jason Coen

John Newton Justin Buford Matt Ferlisi Matthew Schueneman Noel Kirch Richard Rollins Rusty Carson Scott Cato Steward Rollins Tom Raispis

CLEVELAND COUNTYCHAPTERChairmanCharlie Bridges MembersPatrick Yount Doc Tallent Jim Rose, Jr. Billy Standriddge Jamey Davis Brian Ivie Brad Piercy Car; <artom Rpbert Areu Jeffrey Wyatt Eryn McCraw Bill Chambless

CONCORD CHAPTERChairmanMike Metcalf MembersHugh Cameron Randy Daniels Matthew Drye Jim Ernst Todd Eury Bomghan Hefner David Honeycutt Shawn Irish David Krebs John Lee Jason Lengyel Phiilip Linker Jonathan McCaskill Mack Pittman Shue Richard Andrew Sides Kevin Sloop A.J. Smith Mark B. Smith Tony Stallings David P. Steitz William L. Thompson William Traynham Sean Webster Bob Williams Daniel Hefner Casey Blackwelder

DAN RIVER CHAPTERChairmanAlan Reid MembersPhil Berger Phil Berger Jr. Melvin Gant Chris Crump Robbie Graham Scott Trogdon Quint Haley Scot Stanley Steve Smith

DAVIDSON COUNTYCHAPTERChairmanSol Coltrane MembersRob Calloway John Conrad Jeff Davis Jay Lopp Eddie Motsinger Doug Robson Richard Smith Charlie Wall Jason Watkins Mike Helsabeck Chad Kirkendall Telley Hess Sam Everhart Hill Timberlake Matt Copley Walter Fulp Matt O’Bryant Trip Timberlake Sandy Yarbrough Kale Hartman Reynilds Shoaf

DAVIE COUNTYCHAPTERChairmanBrian Andrews MembersJerry Prater Jason Delong Kenneth McClamrock Matt Marion Emily Hunter Craig Murphy George Marthinuss

Chevis Cuthrell Earl Cuthrell Jonathan Orrell Lee Craver Bradley O’Neal Shannon Parks Brad Parks Garrett Leonard

DOGWOOD CHAPTERChairmanRon (Duck) Wyatt MembersWilliam Allison Chip Baker William Barnard Kim Beckett Dan Boovey Jerry Burns Dave Collins Charles Divette L. Reagan Dudley John Gilbert, II Jeff Hall Lee Lytton John McCalla Nate Neely, Jr. Bob Palmes Joe Sloan Harry M. Tsumas James A. Tsumas, Sr. Jim Gray Ben Long

GASTONIA CHAPTERChairmanDave Bratcher MembersSimone Bratcher Larry Capps David Bratcher Bill Jarmon Ed Brown Bill Pritchard Larry Stroup Shannon Feathers Melvin Campbell Mike Kennedy Bill Quarles Darrell Current Alfred Current Joe Dan Downey Patrick Hayes

GREENSBOROCHAPTERChairmanTrip Maddux MembersJustin Barnett Burns Blackwell Briian Cooke Scott Faircloth Butch Fields Gary Graham, Jr. Duncan Jones Shane Kelly Thomas Lowe Richard Montana Kent Price Corbin Sapp Dixon Smith Wes Stanley Xan Tisdale John Fields Trip Maddux Don Stroud

HIGH COUNTY CHAPTERChairmanScott Farfone MembersDottie Farfone Jerry Potempa Clara Potempa John Dean David Chandler Camemron McCarty Sammy Williams Curtis Page, DDS Matthew Rumfelt Carter Andrews Doug Spell John Carroll Nick Barringer Mark Scruggs

HIGH POINTCHAPTERChairmanThomas Leak MembersBritt Lytle Stuart Nunn John D. Newton Dane Snodgrass Brett Barbour Carl Bundy Thomas Leak Sean Brandt Mindy Wall John Gossett Purcell Kimsey

Judd Sherman Forrest Mendenhall F wayne Mendenhall Maurice Hull John Gossett Hal Johnson Bob Lichauer Jeff Renner Darren Howard Matt Dunham Bill Linton

JAMESTOWNCHAPTERChairmanKim Ridenhour MembersKit Barker Bennett Boyles David Cooke Martin M. KramerJim Lanier Jon Myers R. Judd Sherman Gary Sturgill Ken Woempner Bob Lichauer Charlie Nichols John R. Fields. Jr. Tommy Boggs Gary Crockett

KERNERSVILLECHAPTERChairmanRon Mehalik Adam Draime MembersRandy Blackburn Scott Cairey Grady Scott Chris Edwards Larry Marler Bonnie Marler Butch McCLendon James Bryson Jeff Widmer Byron Chandler Marilyn Mehalik Michael Enscore

KINGS MOUNTAINCHAPTERChairmanLarry Hamrick, Jr. MembersJay Majors Don Crawford Chad Arnold Bobby Horne Jonathan Merritt Florrie Hamrick Tim Miller Johnny Reavis Doug Satterfi eld David Brinkley Jake Dixon

LAKE JAMES CHAPTERChairmanRandy Walker MembersFred Causby Jimmy Piercy Rusty Allen Russell Bridges Amy Causby Tod Causby Dennis Setzer Gant Stephens Steve Shuping Thomas Best Nell Causby Butch McElhany Kathy McElhany Chip Fisher Steve Fisher Kaleb Berryhill Brad Propst

LAKE NORMAN CHAPTERChairmanJeremy Hughes MembersBob Amon Brett Eavenson Craig Bullis Jamie Durant Jim Juhl Stacy Overcash Tony White Travis Rollins Wes Greene Jim Lee

MACONCOUNTY CHAPTERChairmanWilliam Harvey MembersKen Danzig David L. Coke

Bobby C. Conley Nick Fouts Tony Nichols Jerrod Spencer Joe Stark Rick Pearson

MATTHEWS CHAPTERChairmanPat Nance MembersChris Foster

MONROE CHAPTERChairmanDon Smith MembersJustin Buford Jodi Courtney Trey Courtney John Edwards Kevin Hicks Jimmie McDonnal Becky McDonnal Paul Newton John Palko Don Smith

MOUNTAIN CHAPTERChairmanKevin Jackson MembersMatt Guffey Neal Hanks Anthony Esposito Carson Rogers David Clegg Dustin Summer Bruce Gatta Bob Louis Eric Thomas Erin Tallon Hal Jones Jim Diaz John W. Truitt Steve Taylor Kerney McNeil Larry Brown Martha Truitt Coker Metcaf Mike Butrum Robert Bell Ross Franklin Ryan Stepp

MT. AIRY CHAPTER ChairmanJay Boaz & Jeremy HughesMembersAlan Becker Steve Belton Ben Boaz Justin Boaz Brandon Chilton Chad Harrell Frank Harris Will Sheppard Neal Willard

NORTHWESTCHAPTERChairmanJon Spencer MembersJeff Jackson John Norwood Mark Coffey Justin Barger David Ingram Bob Klinger John Cutcliffe Link Huffman Chris Buchanan Bill Abernathy Stewart Robbins Joel Cooke Eugene Parham Joe & Becky Lail Joe Lail Jason E. Taylor Mike A. Kirby Bradley Madden Kip Robinson

REIDSVILLECHAPTERChairmanNathan Arnold MembersMichele Arnold Tim Matthews Pleas McMichael Melvin Gant Matt James Greg Barnes

ROWAN COUNTY CHAPTERChairmanKenny Roberts MembersKurt Culbert

Brad Taylor John Farmer Richard Faulkner Robert (Robbie) Julian Bill Carter Doul Carter Brad Eagle Chris Teter Tony Hawkin John Comey Jason Watkins


STOKESCOUNTY CHAPTERChairmanC. Von Bullin MembersLinda Bullin William R. Cutler Wanda Cutler Michael E.Jones R. Bradley Westmoreland Stanley Smith Cameron Kiger Arthur Collier

TRANSYLVANIA CHAPTERChairmanBryan McComb MembersJerre Kennedy Jim Reese John Fogarty Stuart Dodson Dick Larson

TRI-COUNTYCHAPTERChairmanTracy Hayes & Brett Abernathy MembersDennis Bridgeman Kim Bridgeman Gavin Brown Robert Guyer Will Gwynn Jeff Moncus Stephen C. Motsinger Rick Pardue James Ramaker Mark Stanley Walt Tayloe Benny Walsh Richard Hicks David Mastin Ronny O. White

WAKE FORESTUNIVERSITYCHAPTERChairmanJonathan Tauber MembersBrad Wharton Tom Knott McArn Bennett David Jones Jess Powell Riley Skinner Ryan Crimmins James Smith Cannon Gaskin Rob Reid Timmy Binion Marcus Dillon Ben Leon Patrick Russell


WILKESBOROCHAPTERChairmanGreg Blevins MembersChad F. Bogle Michael Church Arthur Lowe David S. Miller Jay Vannoy Donald Baynes Shannon Sheperd Chris Ward Gerald Taylor, Jr. Mike Jolly CarlMcCannSteve Roundtree

William Clark Kelly Joe Perry Mark Burcham Duane Smith Rusty Smith Claude W. Porter Terry Byrd

WINSTONSALEM CHAPTERChairmanJim Shutt MembersJohn Dwiggins Caroe Humphrey Christopher C. Russell Stephanie Russell Lee Martin Danhour Jim Harington Richard Harrington Amanda Freed Butch Pendergrass Cindy Shutt Don Stroud Ed Eustis Grover Gore II John Brady Ken McClamrock Lap Hamblen Max Greer Patty Shutt Ray and Cammy Bell Sue Beeson

ELIZABETH CITY CHAPTERChairmanRay Godfrey MembersTucker Brown Clayton Cheek Steve Chesson Keith Christianson Ashley ChristiansonTheresa Godfrey Aaron Hale W Harris Chuck Haskett Rhonda Hildebrand Samuel Hildebrand Marcus Jones George Little William Nixon Joel Sanders Chad Scott Lynn Scott

PERQUIMMANSCOUNTY CHAPTERChairmanDerek Scaff MembersWilliam Autry Maurice Bunch Kevin Campbell Broughton Dail Thomas Dale Dan Daneker Zeb daneker Paul Hunter Michael Hurdle Carl Lewis Pete Overman Elliott Overman David Perry Sara Winslow

CURRITUCKCHAPTERChairmanEddie Morgan MembersPam Balance Paul Bradley Vernon Chilton Louis Davis Wendy Davis Charles Dozier William Fentress James Freeman Tina Freeman Elaine Goodwin Al Griffi n Rod Hendrick Kristin Hendrick Christopher Cooper Allen Johnson Travis Knight Vera Mac Connell Jimmy Markett Aaron Matthews Kristan Midgett Charles Miller Alecia Miller Sherry Morgan Ellen Owens Cecil Owens Bell Robinson John Robinson Richard Royals Chandler Sawyer Judy Scaggs Starkey Sharp Susan Sharp

James Slade Angie Slade Angela Slade Kent Vaughan Ralph Webb Bill Wicks Jay Winslow Emily Winslow

KNOTTS ISLAND CHAPTERChairmanGary Jones MembersDaisy Jones Donald French John Crandell Constance Crandell Thomas Orlowski Andy Dyson Alisa Dyson Jill Karcergis Frank Hudgins III Brenda Hudgins Harold C Capps Sr Melinda Capps John Barnes Kay Barnes Steve Peterson Lawrence Tippett Mary Tippett Richard Williams James Clark Fred Waterfi eld Peggy Waterfi eld Andy Williams Mary Switzer Frank Switzer Christopher West Clifford Scott Cynthis Scott Billy Davis John Marcey

GATES COUNTY CHAPTERChairmanAndy Eure MembersBobby Caulder Sandra Caulder Bill Cowper Sallie Eure Josh Eure Helen Eure Ray Felton Pitt Godwin Ricky Hedgepeth Timmy Hedgepeth Paige Hedgepeth Heather Hedgepeth Eric Heuberger Phillip Hinton J Pierce Eric Rountree David Turner Jeff Turner Elton Winslow

CHOWAN COUNTY CHAPTERChairmanRyan Shook MembersSterling Baker T. Willis Beverly Hurdle Jeff Mason Miles Coxe Wyatt Lane Clay Willis Simon Rich

AHOSKIE CHAPTERChairmanGlenn Brown MembersGreg Quattlebaum Cory Quattlebaum Tony Cuttrell

BERTIE COUNTY CHAPTERChairmanMichael Lee MembersDavid Bunch Brad Castletoe Amber Castletoe Michelle Chappell Rodney Chappell Faye Copeland Braxton Copeland Keith Copeland Lanny Cowan Jay Doughtie Lee Hoggard Scott Jernigan Jeremy Johnson Mike Lee Chris Lee Melissa Lee Joseph Leggett Bobby Leggett

Victoria Leggett Andy Mulder Brandi Mulder Anthony Patrick Lloyd Perry Mat Pierce Terri Purnell Beth Ramsey Meliss Rhea Jodey Sary Jack Staley Connie Staley Bobby Ware Phillip waters Sharon waters Member sinceJuly 1, 2006 Liz Williams

ROCKY MOUNT CHAPTERChairmanVacant MembersClifton Ayscue Paul Bauer Matt Brown Lee Cay Gerald Creekmore Jimmie Hinton Howard Laurenn Jess Powell Robert Pridgen Charles Rollins Trey Tinsley Jason Vinson Michale Walker John Whitley Susan Whitley

EDGECOMBECOUNTY CHAPTERChairmanBrian Dixon MembersDoug Britt Joseph Britt John Kent Jeffrey Kiser Chris Long Raymond Pachnar Sammy Rackley Greg Sessoms Charles Taylor Byrum Watson

ROANOKE VALLEY CHAPTERChairmanKevin Hawkins MembersMark Garriss Henry Ford James Hasty Ben Thompson Matt Glen Rob Gowen Mike Clements Tony Warren Billy Green Jeff Best Al Cooke Paul Allen

KERR LAKE CHAPTERChairmanEddie Hilliard MembersRuss Harris Noel Faulkner Ben Davidson Larry Wilkins Bob Kemp Charlie Brown Phil Meador Jonathan Morton Kent Parrott Jeff Wilder Mike Garrett Robert Bass Seth Davidson Dawn Harris Linda Faulkner Rene Wilder Charles Moody

KNAPP OF REEDSCHAPTERChairmanRandy Gilmore MembersRobin Liggon Trevor Biggs Brandon Stovall Adam Brewer Alec Kearns Tee Wilkins Kent Parrott Leslie Parrott Smokey Currin Jayme Currin Joe Sinnema Chris Joyner Mike Cook

Lowell Smith Noel Faulkner

LAKE GASTON CHAPTERChairmanJoanne Reese MembersBlaine Reese Eric Bartholomew Brooks Clayton David Hight Brian Reese Jamie Reese Joseph Ross Roy Shearin Kim St Sing Eric St Sing Bryan Yount Jeannie Yount Jennie Reese Tim Boone

FRANKLIN COUNTYCHAPTERChairmanMark Speed MembersAustin Murray Tony Alford Mike Carter Wayne Champion John Harris Ray Hodges James Lumpkin William O’Neal Mike Riggsbee Pete Daunders Scott Soundergard Al Wheless William Wilson

WAKE FOREST CHAPTERChairmanSteve Smith MembersClark Alcock Andrew Ammons David Krehnke Craig Shoaf Gary Tharrington Tucker Williamson Brian Smith Dave Smith Chris Gaydos

LITTLERIVER CHAPTERChairmanTripp Warren MembersJohn D. Adams Al Adcock Ron Barham Bruce Behrendt Paul Brooks Tom Brooks Gil Clark Bill Clement Bo Conyers Doug Cowan Larry Currin Don Debnam Don Debnam Jr. Charles Driver Chuck Duncan Jeff Fullwood John Garrett Chuck Griswold Jim Hale James R. Hart Michael Hartley Mickey Hill Mark Keith Bill Leach Allen Massey Sam Matheny Chris Mauney Vic Murray Bill Myrick Jr. Billy Myrick Jimmy Parker Samuel L. Parker David J. Payne Al Peedin Allen Pipkin Henry Poole Lee Poole Chad Ray George Ray N. Dale Rimmer Bill Royster Lane Swindell Rick Tarpley Rod Wilson Jason H. Williams Members Since July 1, 2006Gentry Allen Player Barefoot Paul Gessner David Moore Gene Pleasants

JOHNSTON COUNTY CHAPTERChairmanPaul Yates MembersDonnie Lassiter Didi Lucas Dustin Dunn Ken Mitchell General Lee Steven Brown Everette Jones Bobby Jones Mike Cribbs Jennifer Cribbs Angie Yates Trent Lassiter Ken Herring Jason Coats Brandon Scott Jon Flemer Bobby Peele Adam Stuckey Lee Holland Dennis Lee Rufus Brown Dina Flowers Johnny Wheeler

WILSON CHAPTERChairmanRobert Bass MembersWill Pittman Paul Blake Jesse Clayton Michale Collins Edward Fullford Mark Fullford Ted Fullford Gustav Gauss Brant Herndon Edward Higan Del Joyner John Koster Thomas Seenler John Smith Carter White

RALEIGH CHAPTERChairmanGeorge Venters Chairman A. Hobgood MembersRJ Blondeau Russell Ammons Robert Bridger Josh Chenery Chris Combs Jimmy Connell Jeff Cooke Tom Cross Kerr Cvetko John Cvetko George Dixon Jerome Eatman Mark Everette David Gillispie Matt Gilliam Joseph Harris Theo Highsmith Erik Highsmith Alan Hughes Vernon Hunter Will Huntley Michael Jennings Henry Kidd Austin Koon Harlan Lewis Anderson Marlowe Brian Mattison Robert Monk Jonathan Morgan Bard Pollock Hurley Raynor Clark Smith Sean StallbaumClark Godwin David Stallings Michael Sterling Christopher Turner Glenn Veasey John Webster Rod Wilson

CARY CHAPTERChairmanEd Strickland MembersLarry Clifton Mickey Denning Karl Balckley Jon Holt Bill Cox Danile Holmes Brooks Savage Luke Laborde Casey Laborde Danny Beavers Paul Hudson Dan Hudson

WESTERN WAKE CHAPTERChairmanJohn Motes MembersJennifer Sutton Lennie Sutton Charles Wilkins Mike Pensola Donnie Craft Nathan Daigle Kevin Brown David MacDonald Tim Haga John Oglesby

NC STATE CHAPTERChairmanMichael Jennings MembersRyan Lee Trey Oliver Andrew Sanderson Zack Taylor Justin Stewart Shannon Ahrens Wade Stanaland Scott Uzzell Brandon Belch Tim Ward Dustin Horne Clay Bomgardner Seth Moody Alex Schandert John Koonce Jake Dillman Kent Moore Chad Harrell Will Chamblee Travis Grimes Webb White Russell Rose Chad Barfi eld Ryan Powell Kyle Koonce Chase Mackey Seth Yowell Danny Smith Trent Nelson Amos Williams Robert Brian Owens Brock Lamb Samuel Brown Tyler Averett Jack Allen Daniel Ford Rob Barker JD Morgan Mary Michael Denning Amber Norris Daniel Olsen Matthew Rhodes Dusty Osborne Clint Strickland Daniel Moore Hannah Sanderson Members SinceJuly 1, 2006Matt Henderson Drew Gregory Brent Thornton Ross Thornton David Dyson Kevin Averette Justin Stewart Josh Smith Adam Hardee Will Herring Jordan Rose Justin Cannon Mandy Taitt Will Strickland Davis Lee Chris Lawrence Jeffery Lewis Will Peete Bunn Boddie Jess Edwards Justin Smith Tripp Williamson Wendall Winn Jason Mathis Royall Brown III Walt Pierce

GARNER CHAPTERChairmanScott Biggs Chairman MembersBrant Spesshardt Collins Fitts Roger Mitchell Ed Goff David Wall Griff Laughride Chris Williamson Walter Schmidlin Seth Barfi eld Jud Walton Scott Felts Chris Distell Brandon Baker Jeffrey Howell Donnie Stiles

NORTH CAROLINA DUCKS UNLIMITEDCOMMITTEE RECOGNITION 2007 North Carolina Ducks Unlimited

State Chairman's AwardsTOP MAJOR DONOR CHAPTER3rd Fayetteville- Jack Justice2nd Cary- Ed Strickland1st Raleigh-A Hobgood & RJ Blondeau

TOP GREENWING CHAPTER3rd Duplin Co 78 Ken Roberts 2nd Clinton-Sampson 221 Bryan King1st Fayetteville 510 Jack Justice

TOP PROJECT WEBFOOT CHAPTER3rd Clinton Sampson Bryan King2nd Harnett Co Rodney Warren Brent Johnson1st Carteret Co Mark Shouse George Simpson Kevin Lewis

TOP NET/ NET DOLLAR CHAPTER3rd Pamlico $67,760 Keith Lefl er2nd Clinton-Sampson Co. $70,270 Bryan King1st Raleigh $125,427 A Hobgood RJ Blondeau

TOP SPONSOR CHAPTERS3rd Harnett Co Rodney Warren Brent Johnson2nd Wilmington Gil DuBois1st Pamlico Co Keuth Lefl er TOP MEMBERSHIP CHAPTERS3rd Raleigh A Hobgood RJ Blondeau2nd NC State Michael Jennings1st Clinton \Sampson Bryan King

THREE STAR CHAPTERSPamlico Co Keith Lefl erCary Ed StricklandHarnett Co Rodney Warren-Brent JohnsonGates Co Andy EureClinton-Sampson Co Bryan KingWake Forest Craig ShoafFairmont Joe Williams

NATIONAL TOP 10 CHAPTERSRaleigh*

NATIONAL TOP 100 CHAPTERSRaleigh A. Hobgood and R.J. BlondeauPamlico Co Keith Lefl erClinton/Sampson Co Bryan KingHarnett Co Rodney Warren & Brent Johnson

PRESIDENTIAL CITATION CHAPTERSLittle River Tripp WarrenCape Hatteras Laris TolsonMontgomery Co Warren ThompsonRoanoke Valley Kevin HawkinsAsheville Kevin Jackson Brunswick Co Hal GoodsonStatesvillePerquimmans Co Derek ScaffWake Forest Craig Shoaf

TOP FLIGHT DISTRICT CHAIRMANWestern Region Fred CausbyEastern Region Greg RhueCentral Region Chad Scott

TOP FLIGHT AREA CHAIRMANWestern Region Kevin JacksonEastern Region Joe WilliamsCentral Region Kevin Hawkins

2007 DISTRICT CHAIRMAN OF THE YEARRodney Warren

2007 AREA CHAIRMAN OF THE YEAREddie MorganRaffl es And Silent Auction

3 STAR AWARD CRITERIA: Have at least 2 events per year with a net/net income of at least $2,500. Achieve a minimum of 70% net/net to gross event effi ciency at the Membership Banquet. Hold a recruiting event.


I hear everyone is getting ready for the upcoming season with great expectations for a good year! I to am gearing up for the season in more ways than one for another great year for NCDU!!

Just a few words about myself and my newly appointed position for NCDU. As our State Chairman Lee Warren has stated in the past: “if you hang around long enough, DU will find a place for you”. Well, I was hiding but got caught! I hail from Cumberland County and have been involved with DU for 11 years. I am a life sponsor and have enjoyed many days working with DU and my local chapter.

As the new State Sponsor Chairman for NCDU, I want to invite each member to take a look at becoming a sponsor. This yearly cost of $250 is a

small amount for the good it will do for the ducks! If each of the present sponsors in each chapter will recruit one person as a sponsor, we can grow by over 25% overnight. This $250 sponsor cost equates to .69 cents per day for a year. Not much considering the other things we purchase each year for hunting, and you even get change back! Take a look at these returns for you buck!- one year membership to Ducks Unlimited- one year subscription to Ducks Unlimited magazine (6 months)- sponsor print- each year as a sponsor- tickets for the chapter Annual Banquet- special raffle drawing at banquet for sponsors only- one acre of wetlands will be in your honor as a sponsor- tickets for your chapter annual Sponsor Event

If you need any information on becoming a

sponsor, please give me a call at (910)-237-4095 or email me at [email protected]

Again, I invite you to become a “Sponsor” for the ducks. I hope that you enjoy being a member of Ducks Unlimited in North Carolina just as much as I have!

As a added bonus for our area chairman and sponsor chairman, there will be a drawing based on percentages of increases of new sponsors for a 2 day all included duck hunting trip(except travel) in the fantastic hunting capital of North Carolina called “Hyde County”. This hunting trip includes lodging and a guided hunt on the Pamiico Sound or impoundments at the famous “Hickory Creek Hunters” club in Gull Rock, North Carolina. Call for more information on the drawing!!

Have a great hunting season, and I look forward to hearing from you for the ducks!!!!!

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I’m looking forward to this fall for several reasons. I’ll be glad to get away from this 100 degree heat of August. I’ll be glad to see the hunting season arrive, and I’m looking forward to a great fall fundraising season for the ducks. North Carolina Ducks Unlimited has really been on the rise for the past three or four years, and this one is shaping up to be just as good or better.

Ducks Unlimited volunteers are the key to our success, and we have some the best ones right here in Eastern North Carolina. You are the reason we have done so well for so long and will continue to do well. If you are reading this, and you are not on a local committee, please consider joining your local chapter. Call me at (910)-592-3898 and I’ll help you. If you are on a committee, try to bring at least one or two more folks to your committee. Think what we could do for the ducks if each committee member in

North Carolina brought just one more person to the group.

The future of the sport of waterfowling depends on Ducks Unlimited and Ducks Unlimited depends on you. If you hunt ducks and you are not on a local committee, you should ask yourself why. If you take the time to hunt ducks, you need to take the time to help the waterfowl resource for yourself and for future generations.

I look forward to seeing you all at a banquet near you this fall.

Duck Notes from Eastern North CarolinaBy Don ManleySenior Regional Director

Well the “Dog Days” are upon us, and that can mean only one thing. Hunting seasons are about to begin. Before you know it, we will be sweating out an afternoon dove hunt with our friends or waiting in a field for that first flock of “Honkers” to appear on the horizon. I hope you all get the chance to take advantage of this season’s “fruits of your labor”.

The fall banquet season is just around the corner and I know that you are making plans for a great year for the ducks. Waterfowl numbers are looking good thanks to the efforts of the best volunteers in the world. With canvasbacks at a record high and increases in teal, mallards, and gadwall, we should have a great season if we can get Old Man Winter to make an appearance.

Another State Convention has passed, and

some notable chapters need to be recognized. The Raleigh Chapter has once again been recognized as a National “Top 10” chapter. Thanks to the Raleigh Chapter volunteers and their leaders R.J. Blondeau and A. Hobgood for a job well done. I know that they are getting ready to set new records at their upcoming banquet.

Also I would like to recognize Area Chairman of the Year, Eddie Morgan, of the Currituck County Chapter. Thanks Currituck for a great job.

Also we had our Volunteer Celebration Day on August 4th, and I would like to say thanks to the NC State Chapter for helping cook all those chickens that we served. Special thanks also go out to David Summerlin, Buck Curtis, Kurt Adams, Bob Thompson, Paul Yates and John Kimrey for all of their assistance in making this day a success. We had 28 chapters represented in Raleigh, and many more across the state at the other 2 locations.

Speaking of the NC State Chapter, those

guys led by Michael Jennings were the # 3 college chapter in the nation last year. I know that Ryan Lee and Trey Oliver (Co- chairmen) will keep up the good work. Go get the Aggies, and put NC State on top.

Ducks Unlimited now has available for chapters a new event called the “Waterfowl Hunters Party”. This event is an entirely new concept that can be used by districts for recruiting purposes. DU along with Avery the Decoy Company has put together a package consisting of some 60 dozen decoys, blinds, field bags, guns, and the like to use at the event. It works best when the event is managed by several committees in a district.

If you are interested in this, please let me know as soon as possible since we have to reserve the limited number of packages.

Thanks to all of the Central Region Volunteers for all you did last year and all you will do in years to come. Remember YOU are DU and YOU did make a difference this year

Duck Notes from Central North CarolinaBy Larry WilkinsRegional Director

What a summer!! With temperatures pushing or topping 100 for much of the first half of August and rainfall for the first seven months of the year way below average, this likely will be one that, years down the road, we will tell the grandkids about from a front-porch rocker. I can hear it now: “why when I was a young’un, it’d get so hot in August that the shingles would melt right off the roofs; and not only could you fry an egg on the sidewalk, bacon would sizzle in no time a’tall. You’d have to turn’em both quick and take’em up or they’d burn”…..

Fortunately, the heat and drought we’ve endured here haven’t similarly impacted waterfowl breeding habitats of the northern U.S. and Canada where the bulk of the migratory

birds that winter in North Carolina are hatched and reared. Rainfall over much of Canada has been normal to above normal all year and Spring surveys showed that, overall, waterfowl populations on the breeding grounds this spring were up fourteen percent over last year and up 24% over the long term average. That’s great news that bodes well for water fowlers in the Old North State – fall flights are anticipated to be normal to above normal this year. Of course, weather is a player in that as well; we can only hope that our hot summer is followed by an equally cold winter to push the birds down to us.

Thus far, Mother Nature has done her part, providing water to fill ponds across waterfowl breeding grounds. Ducks Unlimited continues to aggressively work to protect and restore wetlands there, and to protect and restore

adjacent grassland habitats that are critical to the success of nesting waterfowl. Grasslands are as important to the success of nesting waterfowl as wetlands, and both are increasingly under assault. Other articles in this issue provide insight to that concern and to DU’s work to address it.

Here in North Carolina drought conditions highlight the importance of wetlands protected and restored through our Sound CARE conservation initiative. In drought years many habitats normally utilized by both resident and wintering waterfowl are dry, making managed wetlands, with their reliable water supplies even more important. The NC Sound CARE Initiative has the goal of protecting and restoring 78,000 acres of wintering and nesting habitat by 2010. Thanks to the support of people like you, we’re on track to achieve that goal. The ducks, both here and there, thank you!!

Duck Notes from Western North CarolinaBy Curtis WootenSenior Regional Director

DUCK DATES10/04/2007 Jamestown DU Banquet10/05/2007 Bertie Co Banquet10/06/2007 Swansboro Banquet10/07/2007 Clinton-Sampson Greenwing Event10/11/2007 Granville County Banquet10/11/2007 Little River Chapter Fall Banquet10/12/2007 Vanceboro Banquet10/13/2007 Fairmont Oyster Roast10/18/2007 Jacksonville Banquet10/18/2007 Alamance County Banquet10/18/2007 Johnston Co Banquet10/18/2007 Union County Annual Banquet10/18/2007 Dogwood Chapter Annual Conservation Banquet10/19/2007 Appalachian State University Conservation Banquet10/19/2007 North Lenoir High School BBQ Sale10/20/2007 Lake James Chapter Annual Sponsor Event10/25/2007 Mt. Airy Chapter Annual Conservation Banquet10/25/2007 Reidsville Chapter Annual Conservation Banquet10/25/2007 Davidson County Chapter Annual Conservation Banquet10/25/2007 Minges-Pitt Banquet10/25/2007 Plymouth Banquet10/26/2007 New Bern Banquet10/27/2007 Cape Fear River Banquet10/27/2007 Caldwell County Membership Banquet10/28/2007 Duplin County Greenwing Event10/30/2007 Greene County Banquet11/01/2007 Morehead City Banquet11/01/2007 Macon County Chapter Annual Conservation Banquet11/01/2007 Durham County Banquet11/03/2007 Lake James Chapter Annual Conservation Banquet11/03/2007 Waterfowl Hunters Party/Laurinburg11/03/2007 Tyrrell County Banquet11/03/2007 Goldsboro Banquet

11/07/2007 Wilmington Sponsor Event11/07/2007 Franklin County Banquet11/08/2007 Fairmont Banquet11/08/2007 Martin County Banquet11/10/2007 Cumberland County Banquet11/10/2007 Whiteville Banquet11/10/2007 Duplin County Banquet11/13/2007 Greene County Sponsor Event11/14/2007 Raleigh Ducks Unlimited Banquet11/14/2007 Person Co Banquet11/15/2007 Anson County Banquet11/15/2007 Tri County Chapter Annual Conservation Banquet11/15/2007 Chapel Hill Membership11/15/2007 NCSU Student Chapter Banquet11/15/2007 Harnett County Banquet11/15/2007 Kinston Banquet11/16/2007 Cape Hatteras Banquet11/27/2007 Clinton-Sampson Oyster Roast11/29/2007 Chowan County Banquet12/01/2007 Jones County Banquet01/25/2008 Hyde County Banquet02/02/2008 Brunswick County Banquet02/07/2008 Winston-Salem Annual Conservation Banquet02/08/2008 Havelock Chapter Banquet02/08/2008 North Lenoir High School Banquet02/16/2008 Concord Chapter Annual Conservation Banquet02/23/2008 Duplin County Sponsor Event02/29/2008 East Carolina University Banquet03/05/2008 Lake Gaston DU Event03/22/2008 Clinton-Sampson Banquet04/03/2008 Northwest Chapter Banquest04/26/2008 Brunswick County Sponsor Event

Duck Notes from The Sponsors' BlindBy Bill TomanState Sponsor Chairman

NCDU State Convention August 21-24, 2008

MAJOR EVENTS


On July 26-28, 2007, the weather gods smiled on the 19th Annual Band the Billfish Tournament at Morehead City. Everyone enjoyed the perfect weather, good fishing, great fellowship and outstanding food. All of these combined to make this a very successful fundraiser for Ducks Unlimited. The final figures are not yet in, but we will exceed $45,000.00 to be donated to Ducks Unlimited and Sound Care!!

Seventy-three boats participated in the tournament. They caught and released 45 billfish along with a good catch of large wahoo and dolphin. The winning boat was “Outer Limits” from Oregon Inlet with 600 release points followed by “Bill Collector” with 522 points, and “Hattitude” with 492 points. The total purse was $213,400.

None of this would have been possible without the efforts of my predecessors, Tav Gauss, Lloyd Goode, and Jack Lamb, Tournament Director, Mark Shouse, photographer , Beverly Warren, and the many volunteers including Carol Lohr, Jean Kilgore, and the members of the Little River, Jacksonville, Carteret County, Clinton/Sampson, NC State University and Cumberland County DU chapters. I would like to thank all of you for your outstanding performance.

Not to be forgotten, are our Sponsors’ whose financial support made all of this possible. Please thank them by supporting their companies all year long.

An addition to this year’s tournament was the creation of the “Band the Billfish” website. A special thanks goes to our new state DU Webmaster, Lance Sanders, for its creation. Please visit the site ( HYPERLINK “http://www.bandthebillfish.com” www.bandthebillfish.com) and let our sponsors and potential sponsors know that you have seen their advertising message through the website. We will keep it updated as new information is obtained, so check it often.

Next year’s tournament will be held on July 31-Aug 2, 2008. It will be our 20th Anniversary tournament and we hope to have special 20th Anniversary “Band the Billfish” merchandise available on the website early in 2008. Mark your calendars and get ready for another great Ducks Unlimited event.

Have a great fall fishing and hunting season. I look forward to seeing you all again next year!

Captain Bob LichauerBand the Billfish Chairman

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Congratulations from page 1

Lloyd Goode, At Large Member of the Board of Directors and Past State Chairman, thanked everyone for helping North Carolina to lead the nation. Lloyd emphasized that we should continue to recruit new members and new committee volunteers. Because everyone’s efforts, North Carolina was one of only two states to receive a Gold Award at the national convention. Lloyd also discussed the Feather Society. This is a program where you can benefit Ducks Unlimited through

your will. It’s very easy to do. Ducks U n l i m i t e d has legal templates on its web site where you can add DU as an i r r e v o c a b l e b e n e f i c i a r y to ad life i n s u r a n c e policy. By leaving any amount to

Ducks Unlimited, you become a member of the Feather Society.

Lee Warren, State Chairman, recognized John Farley, State Major Donor Chairman, for setting a Ducks Unlimited national record by enrolling 65 new major donors or upgrades in 2006. This year John has aimed even higher. His goal is to enroll 75 new major donors or upgrades. You may upgrade to a major donor by counting all of your previous membership dues toward major donor status. As a major donor, you have the opportunity to direct your contribution toward the funding of a specific project. If you would like to become a major donor or know some one who might want to be a major donor, John asks that you call him at (252) 756-9975. John reminded everyone that “Everyone might not be

able to be a major donor, but everyone knows some one who can.”

Rodney Warren, State Recruitment Chairman, reported that he has received 65 new member referrals by national headquarters. These referrals through the ducks.org website or the Ducks Unlimited Magazine are forwarded to the local area chairman and regional director. The area

chairman should contact the person, follow up, and get them involved in the local chapter.

Information on the Ducks Unlimited Wildlife Art Sealed Bid Auction was presented by Dan O’Neal, Senior Regional Director for Fund Raising. The SBA program has proven to be a successful means to generate additional grassroots funds outside of the banquet system. All income is credited to the local chapter as grassroots income. Every $1500.00 in net income from the SBA Program earns the local chapter one free gun for the local chapter event. The Sealed Bid Auction can be run by a “committee of one” and reaches an audience that may not attend a local banquet. The available wildlife art may

be viewed on the DU web site. Additionally, it’s a good way to keep a chapter active throughout the year. For more information Contact Dan by email at [email protected].

As the State Committee Workshop concluded, State Chairman Lee Warren reminded everyone of the Western BBQ Buffet on the patio and of the schedule of events for Saturday. A golf tournament, a sporting clays tournament, and local tours of Asheville were scheduled during the day and the NCDU Awards Banquet on Saturday evening.

Grassroots from page 3

on how Public Policy is shaped regarding wetland and waterfowl conservation, clean water, clean air and greenhouse gases helps insure that these policies will complement our mission plan and allow us to utilize these policies to accelerate our conservation work. Recent Supreme Court case decisions and lower court decisions have revealed a vulnerability of existing wetlands rules and Public Policy. These adverse rulings have caused Ducks Unlimited to see an urgent need for updating Public Policies as related to wetland conservation so the great work we have done in the past can continue. These needed modifications and strengthening of Wetland Protection Public Policy will have to come from Congress with in consultation with conservation organizations and governmental agencies on the state and national level. As if this skirmish was not a challenge enough we also face other battlefronts involving the Farm Bill and the related agricultural based conservation programs funded from this bill. The recent mood in Washington to reduce subsidies paid to agriculture has had the collateral effect of threatening the funding for the conservation subsidies paid to agriculture that greatly benefit our efforts across the country. NAWCA (North American Wetlands Council) funding a source for much of our joint efforts with DU Canada and DUMAC has also been under attack in recent years by the budget cutter squads in Congress.

All this being said it became obvious to Senior DU Staff and Volunteers that we are waging too many battles in the Public Funding and Policy battleground without enough grassroots volunteer “troops” in our front lines. As a result there is now a “call to action” for all of us to become more actively involved in talking with our governmental representatives and presenting our case when requested by our Governmental Affairs professionals. Across our thousands of volunteers are individuals that know a congressman by first name, they have his or her cell phone number, they share a hunting camp together or they went to high school or college together and- with that- they have the ability to “reach” that person and deliver the message on a personal level. No organization can buy that type of lobbying or hire enough staff that can develop those relationships in a life time! These relationships are priceless assets to this organization and DU intends to make better use of these assets in the future to make sure our message is heard at critical times when policy and funding need to be influenced.

I would encourage each of you to take the time to send that email, make that phone call, leave that message/voice mail for our elected officials when you are called upon in the future. Please let someone know if you do have that special relationship with an elected official that is in the position to help our efforts. Working

together we are a powerful “grassroots army” of volunteers. When our efforts are well coordinated we can be sure our message is heard and that the ducks benefit from the limited public funding sources and that Public Policy is crafted with the DU Mission being supported. When we all unite with a single voice and that voice is in step with our “Singleness of Purpose” the ducks and the habitat for the ducks win the battle every time. Please sign up for the grassroots army and join ranks with your fellow DU volunteers and let’s get our voice heard!

Hyde County WaterfowlImpoundment

Two and one-half impoundment plant-ed in millet on a twenty acre tract in the Scranton area for lease. Access to Rose Bay. No blinds. $5500.00 per year. Contact: Tim Hedberg, 7537 Mossy Log Court, Flowery Branch, GA, 30542

(770) 539-1805 (c)(678) 828-9201(h)

email: [email protected]

All of us in Ducks Unlimited are proud of what DU has accomplished. I am probably most proud of the North Carolina special program – Sound CARE which is in the process of protecting, restoring and enhancing 64,000 acres at a cost of $ 22 million.

Of this total, Ducks Unlimited will conserve 22,000 acres in North Carolina for a cost of $ 11 million. So far we have met our goals, but we will have to work hard to complete them.

There are many individual Sound CARE projects in North Carolina – some are already completed such as the Ray D. Minges project in Martin County.

Don Manley and I had a good hunt last fall on the Minges project which is being handled by the NC Wildlife Commission - you all should apply for a hunt.

There are many projects that are just getting started – one of those is the Johns River project in Western North Carolina.

One of the many ways that we are raising this $ 22 million needed for Sound CARE is through major donors – contribution of $ 10,000 or more.

Ducks Unlimited allows an individual credit of all his prior contributions on a pledge to become a major donor and to pay the balance over five years. For example, if your contributions to DU total $ 1,000, you can become a Life Sponsor ($ 10,000) by paying the balance of $ 9,000 over five years.

Not all of us can become Life Sponsors right now, but you probably know someone who can.

As major donor chairman, I need your help and Sound CARE needs your help. If you can help me secure major donors, please call me at 252-756-9975.

To stay on target to reach our 2007Sound CARE goal we need 75 New Life Sponsors this year.

We have several projects which we can name for an individual or business who can make a larger contribution. Call me if you have someone interested.

Funds raised from major donors will be credited to the individual chapters.

By John FarleyState Major Donor Chairman

Ducks Unlimited Life SponsorsSound Care Major Donors

North Carolina Ducks Unlimited Band the Billfish

By Captain Bob LichauerChairman


State Officers and Staff

F I R S T F L I G H TFirst Fight, the North Carolina Ducks Unlimited Newsletter, is published two times a

year in the spring and fall. Due dates for articles and advertisements for the newsletter are February 15 and August 15. Articles, advertisements and leads should be submitted to:

Joseph A. Clendenin, State Publicity Chairman1035 Inverness Road, Southern Pines, NC 28387

Email: [email protected] • Telephone: 910-692-2538Submissions may also be given to NC regional directors.

NCDU GREENWING STATE COMMITTEE

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The "New" DU!By Luke Laborde - Senior Vice President

See Grassroots, page 4

Join the DU GRASSROOTS ArmyBy Monty Lewis - Region 10 Vice President

Project WEBFOOT is an international, interdisciplinary education outreach program and curriculum created by Ducks Unlimited to bring wetland education to life for 4th-6th grade students.

The fascinating world of wetlands is all around us. It exists in the many marshes, rivers, ponds, and swamps found throughout North America, even among our cities and suburbs. But wetlands aren’t spectacular, high-profile places like mountains and canyons. They don’t jump out and grab our attention. Instead, they perform their critical functions slowly and quietly—out of sight and, more often than not, out of mind.

Because many people are unaware of the tremendous value wetlands provide for our environment, economy, and well being, these amazing places continue to be destroyed at an alarming rate. To reverse this trend we must educate young people about the importance of wetlands, and empower them to make informed decisions about the future of these vital habitats.

The goal of Project WEBFOOT is to raise awareness and appreciation of wetlands among students, teachers, parents, and communities. Just as wetlands are a critical part of the interconnected web of life, each member of Project WEBFOOT has an important role to play in this exciting outreach program. TEACHERS AND STUDENTS

Project WEBFOOT offers teachers learning materials that can be integrated with the existing school curriculum to help bring the world of wetlands to life for 4th-6th grade students. These materials encourage active participation and problem solving in an interdisciplinary approach that can be used in teaching reading, science, art, and other subjects. Each Project WEBFOOT kit contains the following items:

• A curriculum-based lesson plan guide for teachers on habitats and communities

• A full-color illustrated book, America’s Wetlands: Guide to Plants and Animals, which offers a complete guide to North America’s most exciting ecosystems

• An interactive CD-ROM featuring a world of information on the ducks, geese, and swans of North America, including color photos, songs for all species from the world-famous Cornell Lab of Ornithology, range maps, abundance maps, ID tips, quizzes, and more.

• A Wetland Wild activity book filled with informative and fun puzzles, word scrambles, and graphic games that can be used in the classroom

• A full-color Wetland Values poster, Waterfowl poster, and workbook

• A read-aloud wetlands booklist to promote literacy and enhance knowledge

• A variety of fact sheets and other materials about wetlands and watersheds

• A one-year subscription to Ducks Unlimited’s quarterly Puddler magazine for each child

• A DU Greenwing membership certificate and yearly decal for each child

• A Pocket Waterfowl ID Guide for each child• An individual sticker collection for each child • A frameable certificate for each school enrolled in the program

SPONSORSBusinesses, corporations, foundations, and individuals are invited to

participate in Project WEBFOOT by sponsoring classrooms in their local communities. Sponsorships cost $300 per classroom ($12 per child for the average class of 25), and all the funds are spent locally, usually on the class, school, or school district of the sponsor’s choice. In return for their generous support, sponsors receive a frameable certificate listing the school and classroom(s) sponsored, as well as special recognition from participating students, teachers, and Ducks Unlimited.DU MEMBERS, PARENTS, AND OTHER VOLUNTEERS

Since Project WEBFOOT is largely volunteer-driven, the work of DU members, parents, and other volunteers is critical to the program’s success.

Ducks Unlimited state Greenwing Chairs play an important role in informing local DU chapters about the WEBFOOT program. Chapters may in turn set up committees comprised of individuals with different talents working together to get Project WEBFOOT adopted in their local communities.

DU members, parents, and other volunteers participate by seeking sponsor support from local businesses, public utilities, parent associations, and individuals. Once sponsorships are obtained, volunteers then approach school principals, district science coordinators, and teachers about enrolling local classrooms in the program. BRINGING WETLANDS EDUCATION TO LIFE

Everyone working together to raise awareness and appreciation of wetlands—that’s the “web” in Project WEBFOOT! Together sponsors, teachers, and volunteers can help bring wetlands education to life for students all across North America. Your support of this program in your community will help create a public that is committed to wetland conservation now and in the future.

Ducks Unlimited appreciates and thanks you for your support. To receive more information about Project WEBFOOT, contact State Greenwing Chair Keith Jones or any member of the Greenwing committee as listed below.

State ChairmanJ. Lee Warren, Jr.

PO Box 68Fayetteville, NC

28302-0068910.678.7775 w910.978.5339 m910.323.1456 f910.485.2700 h

[email protected]

State Chairman ElectRodney WarrenPO Box 1349

Dunn, NC 28335910.892.8723 w910.890.2524 m

[email protected]

Deputy State ChairmanGlenn Harrelson

3112 Champagne StreetCharlotte, NC 28210

704.552.1225 h803.968.1759 m

[email protected]

Deputy State ChairmanGreg Rhue

2024 Wesley LaneGreenville, NC 27858

252.931.5394 wk252.353.0923 h

[email protected]

Chairman Lead Drake Society

DU At Large Board MemberLloyd Goode

2816 Wayland DriveRaleigh, NC 27608

919.781.1919 h919.349.3443 m919.782.1745 f

[email protected]

State TreasurerMark Shouse

222 Larkin StreetMorehead City, NC 28557

252.247.2106 w252.240.1794 h252.240.9221 m252.247.1121 f

[email protected]

State SecretaryDavid Carter

1300 Rockhill RoadFayetteville, NC, 28312

910.323.5533 h910.485.8133 w

[email protected]

Olde North State ChapterMike Sterling

3356 Six Forks RoadRaleigh, NC 27609

919.782.0033 w919.272.1353 m919.859.9189 h

[email protected]

State Newsletter EditorJoe Clendenin

1035 Inverness RoadSouthern Pines, NC 28387


State ChaplainLee Norris

836 Dunn RoadFayetteville, NC 28312

910.323.0141 w910.323.5411 h910.624.4893 [email protected]

State WebmasterLance Sanders

73 Woodberry ForestPittsboro, NC, 27312


State Major Donor Chairman

John Farley1692 E. Arlington Blvd.Greenville, NC 27858

252.756.9975 w252.756.7290 f

[email protected]

State Sponsor ChairmanBill Toman

1769 Seabrook School RdFayetteville, NC 28312

910.486.1331 w910.323.8650 h910.237.4095 m

[email protected]

State Greenwing Chairman Keith Jones

111 Barrus Ave.Clinton, NC 28328

910.592.1149910.590.9335 h

[email protected]

State Underwriting ChairmanTav Gauss

PO Box 158Wilson NC 27894252.237.3717 w252.237.3973 h919.677.8600 f

[email protected]

State Conservation Chairman

Chuck Duncan1804 Carl Williamson Road

Raleigh, NC 27610919.266.0513 w919.266.6821 h919.880.3652 m919.266.0513 f

[email protected]

State Shooting ChairmanGary Sturgill

4463 Kendale RoadHigh Point, NC 27265

336.605.2042 w336.869.1690 h336.605.2030 f

[email protected]

State Golf ChairmanKurt Adams

1204 Springwood Ave.Gibsonville, NC 27249

336.449.4321 w336.449.5549 f

[email protected]

Billfish Tournament Chairman

Bob Lichauer5505 Graymont Dr

Greensboro NC 27407336.454.5493 h336.880.3038 c

[email protected]

State Ladies ChairwomanKristy Christenberry

Northside High School7868 Free Union Church

RoadPinetown, NC 27865

252.943.6341 w252.945.5560 C

[email protected]

Senior Vice PresidentDU National Board Member

Luke Laborde210 Midenhall Way

Cary, NC 27513919.459.3030 w919.678.0647 h919.389.2021 m919.459.3010 f

[email protected]

Regional Vice PresidentDU National Board Member

Monty LewisP.O. Box 1694

Thomasville, VA, [email protected]

FIELD STAFFEastern NC Senior RD

Don Manley25 Scott Place

Clinton, NC 28328910-592-3898 w 910-590-3000 f

[email protected]

Central NC RDLarry Wilkins

124 W. Parker St.Henderson, NC 27536

252-430-1576 w252-425-1842 c

[email protected]

Western NC Senior RDCurtis Wooten

409 West Union StreetMorganton, NC 28655

828.430.4945 w 828.448.1401 m

Fax: [email protected]

Director of Conservation Programs

Craig LeSchackSouth Atlantic Field Office

3896 Leeds Ave.Charleston, CS 29405

843-745-9110 o

Regional BiologistCollin Smith

South Atlantic Field Office3294 Ashley Phosphate Rd.

Suite 1-FNorth Charleston, SC

29418843-327-5667 c843-745-9110

843-745-9112 [email protected]

Engineering TechnicianCoy Sullivan

313 N. Broad Street,Edenton, NC 27932

252-482-7437, ext 114 [email protected]

NC Conservation OfficeUSDA Service Center

730 N. Granville Street, Suite 8

Edenton, NC 27932252-482-7437 m252-482-3428 f

ChairmanKeith Jones [email protected] Barrus Ave. 910-592-1149 (h)Clinton, NC 28328 910-590-9335 (m

Don Manley (RD) [email protected] Scott Place 910-592-3898 (h)Clinton, NC 28328 910-990-6345 (m)

Kevin Lewis [email protected] Old River Road 252-728-6887 (h)Beaufort, NC 28516 252-725-1221 (m)

Mark Cash [email protected] 65 S. Elliott Road 919-968-0000 (w)Chapel Hill, NC 27514

George D. Simpson, Jr. [email protected] Hwy.70, Bettie 252-504-2514 (w)Beaufort, NC 28516 252-336-4307 (h)

Eddie Morgan [email protected] Allan Sawyer 252-336-4307 (h)Sharboro, NC 27973 252-202-5601 (m)

Lee Norris [email protected] Dunn Rd. 910-323-5411 (h)Fayetteville, NC 28312 910-624-4893 (m)

Joe Kilgore [email protected] Hidden Forge Dr. 910-323-1031 (h)Fayetteville, NC 28304 910-364-5803 (m)

Jim Shutt [email protected] Ivy Trace Rd. 336-778-2267 (h)Clemmons ,NC 27012 336-978-4715 (m)

Mike Metcalf [email protected] O Box 1413 704-796-8749Mt. Pleasant, NC 28124

Many of you volunteers that have been around for several seasons will remember well the underlying DU policy related to: “not getting involved in politics and leaving that to other organizations” that was our guiding policy for many, many years. We were all cautioned that we should leave efforts to influence Public Policy to our small Washington, DC staff to act on behalf of Ducks Unlimited.

My how the times and circumstances have changed in recent years related to Public Policy. Your organization has rearmed and retrained and adapted

different strategies for going to battle and trying to win our share of the public funding and influence the public policy related to wetland conservation. Our recently completed Five Year Business Plan addresses this issue and the increased importance Public Policy and Public Funding will have for our organization in the future. Our ability to leverage Public Funding sources with private, state and corporate funds allows us to significantly increase the work we can accomplish on the wetland conservation battlegrounds each day. Ducks Unlimited’s influence

See New DU, page 8

Wetlands for Tomorrow, Volunteer Celebration Day, 3 R’s, SBA, Sound CARE, Hunt & Home, Project Webfoot, Waterfowl Hunter’s Parties, Collegiate Chapters, Conservation Initiatives – if you were a DU volunteer during the ‘90’s, and, like Rip Van Winkle, “overslept a might” and woke to re-join your chapter today, you might be amazed at how much has changed in Ducks Unlimited. There is another less visible but critically important change that is taking place – accountability!

“Accountability” is defined as “thestate of being held responsible for carrying out one’s obligations.” Most of us are quite familiar with the concept of accountability in our day-to-day business responsibilities – a fair day’s pay for a fair day’s work, budgets to meet, deadlines to beat, milestones in a continuously accelerating cycle! We pledged our personal accountability when we accepted our job.

Ducks Unlimited is a different kind of responsibility. The success of DU hinges on the efforts not only of employees, who number in the hundreds, but significantly on the efforts of volunteers, who number over 60,000! As a DU volunteer, there is no “boss”, and their certainly is no paycheck! To whom is a DU volunteer accountable?

Today, we find the seeds of accountability deeply planted and growing throughout DU to engage our national leadership, state committees, and local chapters.

At the national level, you can feelthe commitment to “Wetlands for Tomorrow”, a $1.7 billion campaign for a continent. You read “Our Flight Plan”, a five year strategic plan seeking to enlist 75,000 volunteers and 700,000 adult members in pursuit of wetlands conservation. You are engaged in committees committed to constructive change, and you are challenged by regular conference calls to account for your actions.

At the state level, we are reminded by our mission statement that NCDU is “a volunteer driven, membership based, non-profit organization”. We share a commitment to Sound CARE, and we communicate goals and specific job responsibilities to state officers and district chairmen in order that we might fund restoration and enhancement of an additional 64,000 acres of wetlands in North Carolina and related breeding grounds. We are challenged during regular conference calls and state committee meetings to account for our actions.

In our local chapters, we are challenged to recruit new volunteers, to grow net net income by 5% per year, to hold (at least) a second event, to achieve 60% event efficiency, to recruit sponsors and upgrade sponsors to major donors, and to follow 10/30 reporting guidelines. We are asked to participate in district workshops, and we are provided with Event Planning Worksheets to facilitate development


Since the spring edition of the “First Flight” newspaper many exciting things have taken place with NC Greenwings. North Carolina was recognized #2 in the nation with project WEBFOOT members behind Delaware and #3 nationally in total Greenwings at the National Convention in Anchorage, Alaska.

At the State Convention held in Ashville, the top three chapters recognized for WEBFOOT awards were: 1) Carteret Co. 2) Harnett Co. 3) Clinton-Sampson. The top three chapters for

total Greenwings were: 1) Cumberland Co. 2) Clinton-Sampson and 3) Duplin Co.

We have had a very successful summer of GW events with the efforts of such chapters as Carteret Co., Swansboro /Jacksonville, Wake Co., Concord, and Duplin Co. A special thank you is given to Life-Sponsor Bud Newkirk for allowing the Duplin committee to use his pond.

Many, many thanks to each chapter who enrolled classes in the WEBFOOT program and to each chapter who hosted a GW event. Your efforts are why NC ranks #2 and #3 nationwide.

Up coming GW Events:10-7-07 Clinton-SampsonLaurel Lake Campground10-21-07Bladen Co.Greens Pond

NOW is the time to focus on project WEBFOOT sign up as school is about to begin. Please contact anyone on the State GW Committee for help, advice, support or whatever – for GW events and promoting project WEBFOOT for more Science classrooms. Remember: DO IT FOR THE KIDS!!

You no doubt have heard the phrase used on a fi shing pier “You should Have Been Here Yesterday”. Well I’m telling you, “You Should Have been at the 2007 National Convention in Anchorage”. NC had 29 attendees and National Delegates in attendance, I heard that we had more attendees than any one else on the east coast or maybe east of the Mississippi.

At the 2006 convention in Phoenix; NC was presented the #1 state in the nation designation with 7 Top Ten fi nishes out of 18 categories and a Bronze Award in the comprehensive award category. At the 2007 convention in Anchorage; NC had 10 Top Ten fi nishes (4-1st place fi nishes) out of 18 categories and brought home the GOLD Award in the comprehensive award category.

Not only was NC recognized on stage 11 times, John Farley was recognized as being the catalyst that broke an all time DU record with NC obtaining 65 Major Donors in one

calendar year. John received a standing ovation from over 1,000 convention attendees from all over the continent. It doesn’t end there; Don Manley also was recognized as being the longest tenured DU employee with over 31 years in service. As Don & Donna were summoned to the stage, another standing ovation was in the works.

I am extremely proud of each and every one of you for your part in making North Carolina a nationally recognized force for two consecutive years. You, the volunteers are what makes NCDU so successful. Make plans now to attend the 2008 convention in Baltimore May 21st-25th at the beautiful Marriott Waterfront Hotel. We can gather a crowd, drive to Baltimore and have the most attendees from any where in the country. If you have never attended a national convention, this will be a great one to start with. Those that have been to one convention keep coming back year after year.

Greenwings are the future of Ducks Unlimited. Since 1973, the Greenwing programs conducted by local committees have created the perfect opportunity for youngsters to learn about wetlands conservation. By exposing them to the great outdoors and the need for improving wildlife habitat, we are taking positive steps to ensure the future of our natural heritage.

Name ________________________________________Birthdate ___________________________Address ___________________________________________________________________________________City _______________________________State _____________________ Zip ______________Email: ________________________________________

Jr. Greenwing (0-11 years) $10 Sr. Greenwing (12-17 years) $10 Legacy Greenwing (0-17 years) $200

Payment Check enclosed Credit Card (MasterCard/VISA/Discover/Amex)

Card # _______________________________________Exp Date _________________Signature _____________________________________

Your membership is tax-deductible except for the $3 value of Ducks Unlimited magazine and $3 value other membership fulfillment items to the amount allowed by law.

Greenwing Membership Application

Mail To:Keith Jones • 111 Barrus Ave. • Clinton, NC 28328

State Chairman’s Letter

By Lee Warren - State Chairman

NCDU Brings Home the GOLD from Anchorage

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Help Wanted!Sealed Bid Auct ion Easels

NCDU seeking volunteers to place and monitor easels at retails

establishments for the SBA Art Program.

Vounteers needed for all metro areas.

Potential to evolve to full or part-time position.

Earn extra inome for your local chapter and NCDU.

Contact Luke Laborde at (919) 389-2021 or

[email protected]

Lee Warren

GREENWING UPDATEBy Keith JonesState Greenwing Chairman





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At the 2007 North Carolina Ducks Unlimited State Convention in Asheville, June 21-24, Eddie Morgan of the Currituck County Chapter was recognized as Area Chairman of the Year and Rodney Warren, Chairman for District 5, was r e c o g n i z e d as the District Chairman of the Year. Congratulations, and thank you for all that you do for the DUCKS.

State Chairman Lee Warren opened the state convention on Friday afternoon with a State Committee Workshop. Eighteen members of the state committee and four district chairman attended the state committee workshop. Lee Warren thanked everyone for coming and for their support of him as state chairman.

Lee Warren, State Chairman, reported that Senior Vice President John Pope had been elected First Vice President of Ducks Unlimited at the National Convention. As such, John will become the next President of Ducks Unlimited. John lives in

Jacksonville, Florida; and previously he was the Senior Vice President for the Atlantic Flyway. Regional Vice President Luke Laborde from Cary was elected as Senior Vice President for the Atlantic Flyway, and Monty Lewis from Thomasville,

Georgia, replaces Luke as Regional Vice President. Lloyd Goode, past State Chairman of NCDU was re-elected as an at large member of the Board of Directors.

Senior Vice President John Pope thanked everyone for their

volunteer spirit which enabled North Carolina Ducks Unlimited to become the gold standard for other states. In 2006, North Carolina was 1st in Major Donors, 3rd in Greenwing M e m b e r s h i p , 3rd in Total M e m b e r s h i p , and 9th in G r a s s r o o t s Income. He e x p r e s s e d

confidence that NCDU would continue to lead the way under State Chairman Lee Warren’s leadership.

Luke Laborde, Senior Vice President commented that the

i n i t i a t i v e s u n d e r w a y in North C a r o l i n a have been contagious. Other states are following in NCDU’s footsteps by a d o p t i n g t h e s e p r o g r a m s ;

therefore, we will have to work even more to stay NUMBER ONE. Ducks Unlimited ends its fiscal year on June 30th, and preliminary indications were that North Carolina’s grassroots income was $1,696,169.00. That’s an increase over last year of $115,000.00. In 2006, NCDU had 471 new volunteers and started 3 new chapters.

Through your philanthropic commitments NCDU will fund its strategic initiative to protect, restore and enhance an additional 22,000 wetland acres in North Carolina, plus 42,000 acres of waterfowl breeding habitat within the next fi ve years. North Carolina Sound CARE contributes to Ducks Unlimited’s goal of conserving, within the coming decade, an additional ten million acres of habitat in North America that is critical to waterfowl and people.

Diamond Legacy Sponsor - $1,000,000

Platinum Legacy Sponsor - $750,000 - $999,999 Gold Legacy Sponsor - $500,000 - $749,000

North Carolina Attorney General Offi ce/Smithfi eld Foods, Inc. Bayer CropScience

Legacy Sponsor - $250,000 - $499,999 Benefactor Roll or Honor - $100,000 - $249,999

Luke & Sonja Laborde Nat & Shelia Harris

Diamond Heritage Sponsor - $75,000 - $99,999 Heritage Sponsor - $50,000 - $74,999

Dohn Broadwell Kurt and Margaret AdamsThe Dale Earnhardt FoundationGeorge F. Henry, IIISyngenta

Diamond Sponsor in Perpetuity - $40,000 - $49,999 Sponsor in Perpetuity - $30,000 - $39,999

Truxton Emerson Ken B. Shafer, Jr.Gustav Gauss Jim Faircloth Eddie & Jo Allison SmithJames F. & Ann Cerza

Diamond Life Sponsor - $20,000 - $29,999

W.S. Wellons Realty Progress Energy Jack & Marcie Justice, Jr. Richard ChildressGregory Poole, Jr. J. Lee & Sue Warren Valentine Amusemen PCS Phosphate Gregory Poole, III Herman & Marty Moore Murphy-Brown, LLC Ray & Judy CollierRalph Morris J. Edwin Clement Wild Wings Farm, LLC Minges Bottling Group, LLCMargaret B. Beckman

Life Sponsor - $10,000 – 19,999

Devone L. Homes Frank & Mimi Liggett Marilyn Lamb William A. Lambeth, III John D. & Clair Payne, Jr. R. Donald & Nadine Overby

Robert Wendling Greg Turnage Clinton Toms, III Craig Morrison Maurice S. S. Hull Garry & Danya McQueen

Dave & Rhonda Pollard Robert P. Wellons Billy & Shirley Myrick Rob Klink Joel Hedgecoe Max Oaks

Charles R. Pless Robert & Carol Newcomb David Schuessler Stephen Bolick Ed & Frances Strickland Milton H. Askew, Jr.

Anderson & Yvonne Marlowe Lloyd & Michelle Goode Alfred R. Searle David D. Carter Harlan & Wanda Haywood Reid A. Horne

Henry M. & Amanda Kidd John & Laura Farley Randy & Beth Thierman Jesse W. Davis R. Douglas Cowan Tommy & Sandra Morrow

Larry & Laureen Wilkins Larry & Suzanne Clifton Mitchell R. Wickham Joe Dorman Joe & Rhonda Wilkerson Dr. George E. Sutton

Alan & Evelyn Hughes Hovey E. Aiken, III Ronald Copland Paula M. Fitzpatrick Don Kennedy Keith & Leanne Jones

Don & Donna Manley David J. Whichard, II Foxy & Bunny Matthews Thomas & Kay Minges Robert G. Deyton, Jr. Tom Cross

Odell L. Welborn John W. Willingham Larry Fox Jack & Jeane Welch Larry & Bonnie Marler H. Reid & Coles, Jones, Jr.

Hoyt Minges, Jr. L.L. Vann Electric John & Jane Whichard Virginia W. Minges Roy Carawan Russ Jones

Goldsboro Milling David Stallings Floors Mickey & Wanda Denning Robin & Kim Rose Robert S. Rippy Richard & Cindy Mynatt

Karl & Linda Blackley Ginger Minges Randy and Ceil Watson Patricia Page Minges Raleigh Mechanical & Metals Greg P. McDaniel

James & Teresa Morris David Coffman David & Mollie Krehnke Lee Danhauer Mike & Kim Barker Henry W. Boyd, III

David Breeden Charles Ray Lee Lee Howell David Hubbard David & Elizabeth Varnedoe David B. Hagan

Johnny M. Hill Lee Norris Schooner & Julie Nowell John Matthews James & Sue Bynum Andrew H. Weathersbee

Jimmy & Gina Decker Waste Industries Greg & Cindy Rhue Bill & Sonya Toman Greg Christos Rhett & Virginia Spencer

Mark & Susan Shouse Purcell Jones In memory of Maxel E. & Mabel Minges Kenny & Carol Lohr Richard D. Evans

Buzzard Corner Land & Timber Co., LLC In memory of Donald & Barbara Minges Mat & Elizabeth Raymond Jr. Barry P. Perry

Graham & Barbara Dozier Dal & Carol Snipes Wade S. Dunbar III John W. Parks, III R.A. Bryan Foundation, Inc. Larry & Donna Benton

Gerald & Carolyn Armstrong Larry M. Faust Curtis L. Rice Eddie C. Smith, Sr. Mark & Elizabeth Everett David C. Mays

Odell Thompson Warner Perry M. Shawn Kooyman John Paylor Corpening Jerome R. Eatman, Jr. Neal Rowland

Gary & Dorie Sturgill David Gilbert R. Judd & Nancy Sherman Hugh C. Butler Mark W. Pike John Hagan

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Russell M. Hull, Jr. Byrd Brothers, Inc. Robert P. Gorrell Syd W. Dunn Robert C. Kemp David A. Barnes

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FIRST FLIGHTMISSION STATEMENTNorth Carolina Ducks Unlimited is a volunteer driven, member-ship-based, non-profit organization whose sole purpose is to raise funds to protect, enhance and maintain wetland habitat in North Carolina and across North America. These conservation efforts benefit waterfowl, other wildlife and the people of North Carolina today and tomorrow.

• State Chairman’s Letter ........................................... Page 2• Duck Dates ................................................................Page 16• NCDU Committee Recognition ........................ Pages 6, 7• 2007 State Chairman's Awards ....................... Pages 14, 15

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Offi cial newspaper of the 24,100+ members of North Carolina Ducks Unlimited FALL 2007/VOL. 9, No. 2

CONGRATULATIONS TO MORGAN & WARREN

We Care About North Carolina's Wetlands

RODNEY WARREN District Chairman of the Year

EDDIE MORGANArea Chairman of the Year

See Congratulations, page 4

Rodney Warren Selected as the NCDU State Chairman Elect

One of the happiest days of my tenure as your State Chairman was Friday the 27th of July at the 19th annual Band the Billfish tournament. That was the day that Rodney Warren accepted the invitation from the senior leadership team here in

See Warren, page 8

By Lee WarrenState Chairman

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