Science Support Team
The Science Behind the Plan
The NAWMP Science Support Team strengthens the biological foundations of the North American Waterfowl Management Plan and fosters continuous improvement in the effectiveness of NAWMP conservation programs at both the continental and Joint Venture levels.
Roles & Responsibilities
From Data to Decision
From continental population surveys to Joint Venture implementation plans, the Science Support Team ensures that NAWMP conservation decisions are built on the best available biological science.
- Provides scientific expertise on waterfowl populations and habitat questions related to Plan implementation
- Facilitates identification of methods for biological planning and evaluating Plan performance at continental and regional scales
- Conducts large-scale studies of landscape variation and waterfowl demography
- Facilitates technical information exchange among Flyways, Joint Ventures, and the NAWMP Committee
- Reviews all Joint Venture waterfowl implementation plans for initial NAWMP endorsement and subsequent updates
"From the beginning, the NAWMP has been distinguished by its commitment to evidence-based management, built on a solid foundation of scientific monitoring." — 2024 NAWMP Update
Get involved
Contact the Science Support Team
- Plan Committee Liaison: [Name Pending] — Ducks Unlimited Canada
- Committee Chair: [Name Pending] — Ducks Unlimited Inc.
