Area event raises money for wetlands, waterfowl conservation

WAYNE — The Wayne Area Chapter of Ducks Unlimited will host its 19th annual Auction and Member Banquet fundraiser for wetlands and waterfowl conservation on Nov. 3.

The 2023 banquet will take place at the Beaumont Event & Concert Hall, 2611 N. Hwy. 15, Wayne. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. with dinner at 7 p.m., with a live auction to follow.

Kent Bearnes, Laurel, chairman of the organized Wayne Area Chapter of Ducks Unlimited committee, said this event will give local residents an opportunity to get involved in a practical conservation program and have a good time as well.

“Ducks Unlimited is the world’s largest wetlands, waterfowl and wildlife conservation organization,” Bearnes said. “Our organization has conserved more than 13 million acres of wetlands and related waterfowl habitat since 1937, thanks to contributions from more than a million supporters and members from across the continent.”

Come help the chapter celebrate 86 years of Ducks Unlimited.

“Join us for a great dinner, exciting prizes and (a) good time for you and your family while helping support wetlands conservation,” Bearnes said.

The first 50 kids 15 years of age and younger, or “Greenwings” (must be accompanied by a Ducks Unlimited adult member), may attend the banquet for free. In addition to membership and a meal, all Greenwings will be entered into drawings of youth items.

Tickets are available at the door or from any committee member, or to buy tickets online, people may visit www.ducks.org/ nebraska/events.

This year’s banquet will include an auction of both collectible Ducks Unlimited art and memorabilia and other useful items for the hunter and collector.

For more information, people may contact Bearnes at 402-3605005.