U.S. Great Lakes System

Level II Ducks Unlimited conservation priority area, the single largest source of fresh water in North America

US Great Lakes Photo

The Great Lakes are the largest source of fresh water on the continent. Historic wetland loss, conversion of lands to development, water quality problems and an expanding human population are the greatest challenges that face this region. DU is dedicated to reversing the trends of wetland habitat losses, restoring and protecting habitats, educating conservation values, and making the Great Lakes a better place for breeding, migrating and wintering waterfowl.

US Great Lakes Map

Importance to waterfowl

Habitat issues

DU's conservation focus

Restoring the Great Lakes ecosystem has, and will continue to be of the utmost importance to wildlife, waterfowl and people. To see DU's Great Lakes Initiative, visit the Great Lakes Initiative homepage.

 

States in the U.S. Great Lakes System region

Illinois | Indiana |  Michigan | Minnesota
New York | Ohio | Pennsylvania | Wisconsin