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Ducks Unlimited raising wetland funds at Northern Quest BBQ

Mallards and a turtle help illustrate that wetlands are among the earth’s most productive habitats. Beneficiaries range from tiny organisms to moose. (File Associated Press)
By Rich Landers richl@spokesman.com(509) 459-5508

CONSERVATION — With waterfowlers gearing up for the fall general season start (Oct. 15), the West Plains Chapter of Ducks Unlimited is sponsoring BBQ buffet dinner and fundraising auction Oct. 6 at Northern Quest Casino.

Many species of wildlife benefit from the work of DU and the generosity of sportsmen and other conservationist to preserve and restore wetland habitats.

Buy tickets online by Oct. 1 for a chance on $100 Duck Bucks to use on the Live Auction!

Read on for details.

Cost for tickets to the West Plains BBQ Buffet fundraising dinner at Northwern Quest, Oct. 6:

  • Family pack; 2 adults and up to 3 kids (13 and under), $100.
  • Couple, $80
  • Sponsor Couple, $300 and gets one chance on the gun giveaway.
  • Military with ID, $30 per person.

Les Schwab is offering TWO  chances on Benelli Super Black Eagle II Shotguns.

Info: Don Richter, (509) 325-4608, email djrichterar@yahoo.com

* This story was originally published as a post from the blog "Outdoors Blog." Read all stories from this blog