ST. CHARLES —The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and the Great Rivers Habitat Alliance (GRHA) have partnered in an effort to protect nearly 785 acres of prime wetland habitat in St. Charles County, which was previously known as the Whistling Wings Duck Club.
“We are thrilled about the creation of a conservation and education partnership with MDC and our shared vision to protect and conserve the property for generations to come,” said GRHA President David Bub. “We look forward to developing public-use programs that align with GRHA, and MDC’s mission including conservation demonstration, education, research, and hunting. Hunting programs will focus on recruiting new hunters, youth, veterans, women, educators, and first responders.”
This property is in the Confluence Region, an area identified by the North American Waterfowl Management Plan as a priority for waterfowl conservation. Part of the land is a 330-acre refuge, which serves as a significant stopover for ducks, geese and other waterfowl during the spring and fall migrations…