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 Duck stamp program brochure.
The winner for the 2009 Delaware State Duck Stamp is Richard Clifton of Milford. Mr. Clifton, whose work graced the 2007-'08 Federal Duck Stamp, won the state competition for the fifth time with a pair of in-flight black ducks (photo below). He receives a $2,500 prize and 150 artist's proofs of the limited edition print series of his first place entry. A Milford native and self-taught artist who specializes in wildlife, Clifton has won a total of 26 state competitions, plus the federal duck stamp competition.
The Division of Fish and Wildlife, in partnership with Ducks Unlimited, began the duck stamp and print program in 1980 to raise funds for waterfowl conservation, including acquiring and improving the wetland habitats that are vital for the survival of migratory waterfowl. To date, more than $2.3 million has been raised.
The 2009 Duck Stamp judges were Ducks Unlimited Chairman Howard Wilkins, artist John Stewart, collector Lloyd Alexander, art teacher/artist Doug Gibson, Arthur Straughn, Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge staff member, and alternate Susan Guiteras, wildlife biologist).
Collectors and buyers: Delaware duck stamps and prints from 2005-2007 are available for sale – click here for an order form.
Artists: Click here for more information about 2009 Delaware Duck Stamp contest.
NEW! Photos from the 2009 Duck Contest
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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
