A Note From the Co-Chairs
About This Update
Work began on the 2024 North American Waterfowl Management Plan Update in December 2022. The 2024 Update assesses achievements since the 2018 Update and, importantly, identifies adjustments and course corrections that could be taken to ensure the NAWMP remains adaptive and focused on sustaining waterfowl populations across the continent.
We are grateful for the efforts of many individuals in Canada, the United States and Mexico who contributed time, knowledge and ideas during the development of the 2024 Update. These individuals are listed in Appendix B. We apologize to any contributors to this effort we may have unintentionally omitted.
With Gratitude
2024 Update Steering Committee
These individuals served on the 2024 Update Steering Committee and deserve special recognition:
Tim Sopuck (Canadian Co-Chair), Tom Mormon (U.S. Co-Chair), Dean Smith, Mark Vrtiska, Barry Wilson, Mike Brasher, Kathy Fleming, Shaun Oldenburger, Dave Howerter, Mike Anderson, Jacey Scott, Kyle Spragens, Diane Eggeman, Jennyfer Tolley, Leonel Urbano, Miguel Flores and Carlos Piedragil.
FEDERAL PARTNERS & ADDITIONAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Federal Agency and Secretariat Support
Tony Roberts and Dave Gordon of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service and Jacey Scott and Lisa Bidinosti of Environment and Climate Change Canada were instrumental in providing support and guidance throughout the development of the 2024 Update.
Critical secretariat support was provided throughout the 2024 Update process by DJ Case and Associates. Rick Clawson provided coordination support for 2024 Update committees and working groups. Cindy Longmire led the design, implementation and analysis of surveys of Plan partners and professionals. Dave Case, who has participated in NAWMP updates since the Plan's inception, provided invaluable perspectives that come from a deep knowledge of the NAWMP.
A LASTING Commitment
A Legacy of Conservation
The NAWMP has guided continental waterfowl conservation for 38 years, a testament to the dedication and commitment of those who have contributed their time and expertise since the inception of this remarkably successful plan. We also wish to acknowledge the continued work and support of the long-standing NAWMP support teams and other waterfowl management groups, including the Flyway Councils, Integration Steering Committee, Human Dimensions and Public Engagement Team, the NAWMP Science Support Team, the North American Waterfowl Professional Education Plan Committee and the Plan Committee for their ongoing commitment to the North American Waterfowl Management Plan.
