Every Moment Matters: Shaping the Future Through
Volunteering
PARKSVILLE, BC, April 16,
2024 /CNW/ - Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) takes great
pleasure in announcing Darin Brown
as British Columbia's Volunteer of
the Year, celebrating his profound dedication to wetland
conservation.
With over twenty years of volunteer service for DUC, Darin's
love for nature and commitment to conservation has significantly
impacted British Columbia's
natural landscapes. He has been a driven advocate for the
environment. His path to Ducks Unlimited began with him following
in the footsteps of his parents, and has culminated in him becoming
an integral part of a wide range of DUC programs.
Darin's notable involvement in the BC MarshKeeper program
highlights his passion for engaging the community and promoting
conservation. His efforts in the pilot program's success and its
expansion are testament to his leadership and dedication.
"The BC MarshKeeper program is close to my heart as it's a
project I've been involved with since inception during the pilot
program in 2017, to the formation of the BC MarshKeeper committee
in 2020," he says. "Now it's been formally released across the
province and will be rolled out in other provinces as well."
Whether it's working alongside partners and DUC volunteers to
remove invasive species, brush trails and fix infrastructure like
fences, signs and plugged water control structures, or it's
organizing volunteers to work DUC kiosks and engage with guests as
they walk into the marsh, Darin is always there, always looking to
serve and share.
"I want to make a difference on the ground," says Brown. "I want
to preserve wetlands for future generations and protect the flora
and fauna in these special places. Through education, I want to
inspire younger people, so they take an interest and get excited
about the work DUC is doing. I want people to take care of our
wetlands to ensure we don't lose them."
Become a volunteer: Inspired by
Darin Brown's impactful work? Join
the ranks of dedicated volunteers like Darin and help us conserve
Canada's precious wetlands. Visit
DUC for more information on how you can contribute. Also, don't
miss the chance to participate in DUC's "Duck
and Run" event this June. Every moment you
contribute makes a difference.
As DUC continues to lead in the creation and preservation of
urban wetlands, its efforts exemplify the power of community in
conservation. DUC calls on individuals, businesses, and
policymakers to support these vital initiatives.
For further information on DUC's conservation projects and how
you can contribute, visit ducks.ca (https://www.ducks.ca).
About Ducks Unlimited
Canada
Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) is the leader in wetland
conservation. A registered charity, DUC uses sound science and
partners with government, industry, non-profit organizations,
Indigenous Peoples and landowners to conserve wetlands that are
critical to waterfowl, wildlife and the environment. To learn more
about DUC's innovative environmental solutions and services, visit
www.ducks.ca
For further information or interview requests, please
contact: Media, Ducks Unlimited
Canada, Media@Ducks.ca
SOURCE Ducks Unlimited Canada