Every Moment Matters: Shaping the Future Through
Volunteering
WINNIPEG, MB, April 16,
2024 /CNW/ - In recognition of his unparalleled
commitment to conservation and volunteerism, Ducks Unlimited Canada
(DUC) is proud to announce Gerry
Brown as the Manitoba Volunteer of the Year. With over 25
years of dedicated service, Brown's contributions have left an
indelible mark on Manitoba's
wetlands and the DUC community.
We all know that we can't be everywhere at once, but ask around
Manitoba and it certainly seems as
if Gerry Brown has found a way to do
it. Throughout the province, he's well known as the guy who will
show up, help set up and run all kinds of events, assisting at
least eight DUC chapters in any given year.
Gerry embodies the spirit of volunteerism that drives DUC's
conservation efforts forward. His willingness to lend a hand
wherever it's needed exemplifies what it means to be a part of the
DUC family of volunteers.
Brown's journey with DUC began in his hometown of Rennie, where his childhood exposure to
conservation efforts at the Alfred Hole Goose Sanctuary ignited a
lifelong passion for protecting natural wetlands. A commercial
helicopter pilot by profession, Brown witnessed firsthand the
impact of human activity on Manitoba's landscapes, compelling him to take
action.
Throughout his volunteer career, Brown has been instrumental in
organizing and supporting numerous DUC events, from the annual Ride
to the Lake to serving as Chair of the Manitoba Provincial
Volunteer Council. His efforts have not only raised significant
funds for wetland conservation but have also inspired community
members to join the cause.
In celebration of National Volunteer Week and the theme "Every
Moment Matters," DUC encourages Canadians to consider the impact of
volunteering. "Gerry's story is a powerful reminder of the
difference one person can make," added Tim Binch, DUC's
National Manager of Volunteer Fundraising. "We invite others to
follow in his footsteps and join us in our mission to conserve
wetlands."
Become a volunteer: Inspired by Gerry Brown's dedication? Join us as a volunteer
and make a difference in your community. Learn more about how you
can contribute at DUC. Also, consider participating in DUC's "Duck
and Run" event this June to help further our conservation efforts.
Every step you take brings us closer to our goal.
Join the ranks of extraordinary individuals like Gerry and make
an impact in our conservation efforts. Visit ducks.ca to learn how
you can contribute to a greener, more sustainable future.
As DUC continues to lead in the creation and preservation of
urban wetlands, its efforts exemplify the power of community in
conservation. DUC calls on individuals, businesses, and
policymakers to support these vital initiatives.
For further information on DUC's conservation projects and how
you can contribute, visit ducks.ca (https://www.ducks.ca).
About Ducks Unlimited
Canada
Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) is the leader in wetland
conservation. A registered charity, DUC uses sound science and
partners with government, industry, non-profit organizations,
Indigenous Peoples and landowners to conserve wetlands that are
critical to waterfowl, wildlife and the environment. To learn more
about DUC's innovative environmental solutions and services, visit
www.ducks.ca
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Canada, Media@Ducks.ca
SOURCE Ducks Unlimited Canada