WILDLIFE STAMP DESIGN CONTEST
For many years, Wisconsin's wild turkey, pheasant and waterfowl stamp programs have provided opportunities for wildlife and habitat management, with efforts directed toward key species. Turkey, pheasant and waterfowl hunters are required to purchase a species-specific stamp to legally harvest these game birds in Wisconsin.
Sales of these three stamps bring in hundreds of thousands of dollars annually for species management throughout the state, including habitat management, restoration, education and research projects.
Every other year, at the start of each fiscal biennium, there is a chance for nonprofit, conservation and non-government organizations, along with tribes and local, state and federal government agencies to apply for stamp funds. Eligible projects include habitat management, habitat restoration, education, outreach and research that directly benefit wild turkeys, pheasants and waterfowl.
Application guidance documents for the three stamp programs are posted below within the "application information" tab. Read the guidelines for information regarding who can apply, what types of projects are eligible and how to obtain and submit an application.
Every year, local artists from around Wisconsin compete for the opportunity to have their artwork featured on the Wild Turkey, Pheasant and Wisconsin Waterfowl stamps. More information about the competition can be found in the "stamp design contest" tab below. Visit the wildlife collector stamp webpage to purchase a wildlife stamp and support habitat conservation in Wisconsin.
Application information
The application period for the FY24-25 Wisconsin Wild Turkey, Pheasant, and Waterfowl stamp funds is now closed.
For more information on stamp funding, contact:
- Wild Turkey: Krista Lutzke, Habitat Specialist at (920)851-7493 or krista.lutzke@wisconsin.gov.
- Pheasant: Mary C. Anderson, Grassland and Conservation Agriculture Specialist at (608) 220-2935 or maryc2.anderson@wisconsin.gov.
- Waterfowl: Jason Fleener, Wetland Habitat Specialist at 608-220-9023, Jason.fleener@wisconsin.gov.
Stamp design contest
2025 contest rules
- Wild turkey stamp design contest [PDF]
- Pheasant stamp design contest [PDF]
- Waterfowl stamp design contest [PDF]