California Waterfowl Association Duck Box BUILD 2026 - Update

On Friday, April 17, 2026, an incredible team of volunteers from Reed Family Companies joined us at the California Waterfowl Association (CWA) for a day of hands-on conservation work.

While our volunteer events with CWA typically focus on building nesting boxes for our local wood duck population. This year brought a new—and equally important—task: preparing the nesting box kits used in youth education programs.

Together, we assembled and organized more than 100 kits that CWA brought to Yolo Duck Days the following weekend. There, children and families learned about wood ducks and—thanks to these kits—experienced the satisfaction of building a nesting box themselves.

We’re grateful for the group’s hard work, enthusiasm, and teamwork, which helped create meaningful learning opportunities for youth while supporting future generations of wood ducks and the wetland habitats they depend on.

Your passion and dedication truly made this event a success. Here's to building a better future for wildlife — one nesting box at a time! 🦆💚

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Original post - March 1st, 2026

It's that time again! The popular Duck Box BUILD Day is back and we're looking for a group of individuals who are ready to cut some wood, assemble some boxes and give back to nature! Join us in volunteering with the California Waterfowl Association to build wood duck nesting boxes. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible impact on local wildlife while enjoying the great outdoors with your colleagues and fellow conservation enthusiasts.

Why Wood Duck Boxes Matter

Wood ducks rely on tree cavities for nesting, but habitat loss has made it harder for them to find safe places to lay their eggs. By building and installing nesting boxes, we provide these beautiful birds with the shelter they need to thrive. Your efforts will directly contribute to the conservation of this species and help maintain a healthy ecosystem.

Volunteer Details

📅 Date: Friday, April 17th, 2026

📍 Location: California Waterfowl Association, Denverton site - 3836 Denverton Rd, Suisun City, CA 94585

⏰ Time: 8:00 AM

👷 What to Expect: Volunteers will assist in assembling nesting boxes for wood ducks. No prior experience is necessary, just bring your enthusiasm and we’ll provide the tools and guidance!

Earn Paid Community Service Hours!

We’re excited to share that employees can use their company-provided Reed Community Service hours for this event! This means you will get paid to volunteer! This is a great way to give back while making the most of your benefits. To request your volunteer hours be used for this event, fill out the Reed Community Service Day application at least 7 days before the event. Once submitted, your supervisor and Human Resources will be notified to approve your application.

How to Sign Up

If you’re interested in joining us, please confirm with your supervisor, then sign up via the Reed Community Service Day portal.

Note: Space is limited to 15-20, so be sure to reserve your spot soon!

Let’s work together to support wildlife conservation and make a lasting impact. We can’t wait to see you there!

For more information, email BUILD@reed.net.