AFI Wisconsin, Waterfowl Habitat Stewardship Day - Elkhorn, WI

Event Start Date: 2/28/2026 8:00 AM

Event End Date: 2/28/2026 2:00 PM

Wisconsin AFI is Hosting a Warriors for Waterfowl Habitat Improvement Day at Turtle Valley Wildlife Area!

Why You Should Want to Attend:

Join Wisconsin AFI for a hands-on Waterfowl Habitat Stewardship Day at Turtle Valley Wildlife Area, where service members, veterans, and Gold Star family members can continue their mission through conservation and habitat restoration.

What It Is:

The Warriors for Waterfowl Habitat Improvement Day is a stewardship-focused conservation project designed to enhance waterfowl habitat on public lands through practical, hands-on work.

Attendees can expect to:

• Install wood duck houses to increase nesting opportunities

• Remove invasive species to improve wetland health

• Participate in trash cleanup to protect wildlife and water quality

• Learn about waterfowl habitat conservation and stewardship practices

• Work alongside fellow veterans and conservation-minded volunteers

No prior experience is needed — all tools, guidance, and instruction will be provided.

When Is It:

Saturday, February 28, 2026
8:00 AM – 2:00 PM CST

Where Is It:

Turtle Valley Wildlife Area
Elkhorn, WI 53121
Coordinates: 42.711513905109875, -88.62923025793881

Who Can Attend:

• Open to all members of the military community — Active Duty, Reserves, National Guard, Veterans, and Gold Star Families

• Conservation-minded volunteers and BHA supporters are welcome

You do not need to be a BHA member to attend (but we’d love it if you were!).

Additional Details:

• Lunch will be provided

• No experience required — just bring weather-appropriate clothing and a willingness to help

• Wood duck houses and materials provided through partnerships with Wisconsin BHA and the Wisconsin Waterfowl Association

• Come ready for hands-on work in wetland environments

Questions?

Contact Wisconsin AFI, wiafi@backcountryhunters.org