Because we have an agreement, that tells us how we have to manage the area for wildlife. If we didn't manage it in that manner, they (U.S. Fish and Wildlife) could take the area away from us.

The union of conservation and industry, already well established at the Wildlife Habitat Council, serves as a model for protecting natural resources while emphasizing collaboration and community involvement.

That concerns us, the way it transects the ranches in Texas and some of the best wildlife areas.

The lodges have their entrances underwater.

It helps firm up the shoreline. The plants and animals have adapted to it.

Two weeks ago, the shoreline was muddy. Now there's wild millet growing, which is a real good duck food.