Across the United States, wetlands are rapidly disappearing at a rate of 100,000 acres annually, according to a press release from Ducks Unlimited, a conservation organization.
Wetlands provide social and economic value as well as recreational activities, with outdoor recreation alone generating more than $23 billion a year, according to the press release.
Through partnerships with government agencies, corporations, individuals, and other nonprofit organizations, the conservation organization is working to restore wetlands. Individuals can help by becoming a DU member or volunteer. For information on DU committees in the local area, visit the Web site at www.ducks.org.