Delaware's Division of Fish and Wildlife began the state duck stamp and print program in 1980 to raise funds for waterfowl conservation, primarily for acquiring and improving habitat. Whether you are a collector or a hunter, it's important to know that your purchase of a Delaware state duck stamp and/or print will preserve wetland habitats vital to the survival of migratory waterfowl and many other species. Click here for the Delaware duck stamp brochure.
Missouri artist Tom Morgan Crain's painting featuring a pair of Lesser Scaup ducks will grace the 2012 Delaware Duck Stamp, after winning the state stamp art competition. The contest was held April 2 in conjuction with the Delaware Ducks Unlimited Greenwing Event. The competition drew 33 entries and for winning it, Mr. Crain, of Branson, Mo., will receive a $2,500 prize and 150 artist's proofs of the limited edition print series of his entry.
Since the Division of Fish and Wildlife, in partnership with Ducks Unlimited, began the duck stamp and print program 30 years ago, more than $2.5 million has been raised for waterfowl conservation.
The 2012 Duck Stamp judges were Delaware Ducks Unlimited Chairman Clifford Bakhsh, artist Paul Shertz, collector Daniel Shevock, teacher Don Parks and biologist Charlii Miller.
See photos from the 2012 Duck Contest
NEW! Artists: Click here for information about the upcoming 2013 Delaware Duck Stamp contest. NOTE: The artist and exhibition agreements have not changed for the next contest.
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Collectors and buyers:
Delaware duck stamps and prints from 2009 - 2011 are now available for sale – click here for an order form.
For more information on Delaware duck stamps and prints, contact:
Amanda Belford
Delaware Division of Fish & Wildlife
89 Kings Highway
Dover, Delaware 19901
302-739-9911
or email: DNREC_Stampprograms@state.de.us
Like to know more about the Delaware Trout Stamp Contest? Click here.
