Form990
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax
Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except black lung benefit trust or private foundation)

MediumBullet The organization may have to use a copy of this return to satisfy state reporting requirements.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2012
Open to Public Inspection
A For the 2012 calendar year, or tax year beginning 04-01-2012 , 2012, and ending 03-31-2013
BCheck if applicable:
CName of organization
CALIFORNIA WATERFOWL ASSOCIATION
 
Doing Business As
 
 
Number and street (or P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street address)
1346 Blue Oaks Blvd
 
Room/suite
City or town, state or country, and ZIP + 4
Roseville, CA95678
D Employer identification number

94-1149574
E Telephone number

G Gross receipts $ 24,331,557
F Name and address of principal officer:
JOHN D CARLSON JR
1346 Blue Oaks Blvd
Roseville,CA95678
I
Tax-exempt status: (   ) LeftBullet (insert no.) or
J
Website:MediumBullet
WWW.CALWATERFOWL.ORG
H(a)
Is this a group return for
affiliates?
H(b)
Are all affiliates included?
If "No," attach a list. (see instructions)
H(c)
Group exemption number MediumBullet  
K Form of organization:
 
L Year of formation: 1945
M State of legal domicile: CA
Part I
Summary
Activities & Governance 1 Briefly describe the organization’s mission or most significant activities: THE PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION IS TO CONSERVE CALIFORNIA'S WATERFOWL, WETLANDS, AND OUR HUNTING HERITAGE.
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3 Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a) ........ 3 15
4 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b) ..... 4 15
5 Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2011 (Part V, line 2a) ...... 5 65
6 Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary) ............. 6 1,500
7a Total unrelated business revenue from Part VIII, column (C), line 12 ........ 7a 85,250
b Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990-T, line 34 ......... 7b -9,693
Revenues Prior Year Current Year
8 Contributions and grants (Part VIII, line 1h) ......... 2,911,483 14,461,798
9 Program service revenue (Part VIII, line 2g) ......... 5,397,864 7,165,268
10 Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3, 4, and 7d ) .... 87,338 141,994
11 Other revenue (Part VIII, column (A), lines 5, 6d, 8c, 9c, 10c, and 11e) -45,209 312,222
12 Total revenue—add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12)................... 8,351,476 22,081,282
Expenses; 13 Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1–3 )... 0 0
14 Benefits paid to or for members (Part IX, column (A), line 4)..... 0 0
15 Salaries, other compensation, employee benefits (Part IX, column (A), lines 5–10) 2,894,664 3,088,626
16a Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e)..... 0 0
b Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25) MediumBullet1,769,582    
17 Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a–11d, 11f–24e).... 5,707,704 7,950,613
18 Total expenses. Add lines 13–17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) 8,602,368 11,039,239
19 Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 18 from line 12....... -250,892 11,042,043
Net Assets or Fund Balances; Beginning of Current Year End of Year
20 Total assets (Part X, line 16)............. 6,812,091 18,237,678
21 Total liabilities (Part X, line 26)............. 741,148 939,001
22 Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from line 20..... 6,070,943 17,298,677
Part II
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Cat. No. 11282Y
Form 990 (2012)
Form 990 (2012)
Page 2
Part III
Statement of Program Service Accomplishments
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part III ...............
1
Briefly describe the organization’s mission: CALIFORNIA WATERFOWL IS AN AWARD-WINNING 501(C)(3) NONPROFIT, CONSERVATION ORGANIZATION WITH A MISSION TO CONSERVE THE STATE'S WATERFOWL, WETLANDS, AND OUR HUNTING HERITAGE.
2
Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on
the prior Form 990 or 990-EZ? ......................
If “Yes,” describe these new services on Schedule O.
3
Did the organization cease conducting, or make significant changes in how it conducts, any program services? ............................
If “Yes,” describe these changes on Schedule O.
4
Describe the organization’s program service accomplishments for each of its three largest program services, as measured by expenses. Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations are required to report the amount of grants and allocations to others, the total expenses, and revenue, if any, for each program service reported.
4a (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 7,281,411 including grants of $   ) (Revenue $ 5,394,286 )
THE WATERFOWL AND WETLANDS DEPARTMENT CONTINUES TO BE PRODUCTIVE DESPITE DIFFICULT ECONOMIC TIMES. IN THE LAST 20 YEARS, WE HAVE COMPLETED MORE THAN 1,200 PROJECTS TO PROTECT, RESTORE, AND ENHANCE MORE THAN 430,000 ACRES OF TOTAL WETLAND, RIPARIAN, AND GRASSLAND HABITAT. OUR BANDING CREWS HAVE MARKED IN EXCESS OF 235,000 WATERFOWL, WHILE OUR WOOD DUCK PROGRAM HAS HATCHED NEARLY 660,000 WOOD DUCKS.
4b (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 994,909 including grants of $   ) (Revenue $ 1,364,866 )
CALIFORNIA WATERFOWL'S YOUTH AND EDUCATION DEPARTMENT CONTINUED TO DELIVER THE JUNIOR DUCK STAMP PROGRAM, YOUTH HUNT PROGRAM, AND SUMMER CAMPS AND YOUTH WATERFOWL BANDING ACTIVITIES. ROUGHLY 275,000 CHILDREN, YOUNG ADULTS, AND FAMILIES BENEFIT FROM CALIFORNIA WATERFOWL SPONSORED EDUCATION PROGRAMS EACH YEAR, WHICH HELPS CREATE A BETTER UNDERSTATING OF BIOLOGY, CONSERVATION, AND THE VALUE OF WATERFOWL, WETLANDS, AND OUR OUTDOOR HERITAGE. ALL OF OUR EFFORTS ARE SUPPORTED LARGELY BY DONATIONS AND THE WORK OF OVER 1,500 DEDICATED AND TIRELESS VOLUNTEERS.
4c (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 254,160 including grants of $   ) (Revenue $ 20,111 )
POLICY - CALIFORNIA WATERFOWL IS WORKING TO ENSURE THAT WATER IS AVAILABLE FOR WETLAND RESTORATION AND MANAGEMENT DURING THESE TIMES OF COMPETING DEMANDS FOR A LIMITED RESOURCE. WE ARE WORKING TO SOLIDIFY WATER SUPPLIES FOR REFUGES AS WELL AS ENSURE WATERFOWL ARE CONSIDERED IN ONGOING DELTA PLANNING PROCESSES, SUCH AS THE BAY DELTA CONSERVATION PLAN. CALIFORNIA WATERFOWL TEAMED WITH THE GRASSLANDS WATER DISTRICT AND PARTNERS IN THE CENTRAL VALLEY JOINT VENTURE TO COORDINATE AND INCREASE EFFORTS TO SECURE LEGISLATIVELY-MANDATED CENTRAL VALLEY IMPROVEMENT ACT (CVPIA) WATER FOR PRIVATE AND PUBLIC WETLANDS THROUGHOUT THE VALLEY. CALIFORNIA WATERFOWL STAFF TRAVELLED TO WASHINGTON DC TO MEET WITH LEGISLATORS AND THEIR STAFFS TO REQUEST CONTINUED AND INCREASED FUNDING FOR CVPIA, AS WELL AS NORTH AMERICAN WETLANDS CONSERVATION ACT PROJECTS AND THE WETLAND RESERVE PROGRAM (WRP).
(Code:   ) (Expenses $ 245,669 including grants of $   ) (Revenue $ 386,005 )
MISCELLANEOUS EVENTS AND PROGRAM SERVICES DIRECTLY ASSOCIATED WITH PROMOTING OUR MISSION TO CONSERVE WATERFOWL, WETLANDS, AND OUR OUTDOOR HERITAGE.
4d Other program services (Describe in Schedule O.)
(Expenses $ 245,669 including grants of $   ) (Revenue $ 386,005 )
4e Total program service expensesMediumBullet8,776,149
Form 990 (2012)
Form 990 (2012)
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules
Yes
No
1
Is the organization described in section 501(c)(3) or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule AClick to see attachment........................
1
Yes
 
2
Is the organization required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contributors (see instructions)? Click to see attachment...
2
Yes
 
3
Did the organization engage in direct or indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public office? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C, Part I..........
3
 
No
4
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization engage in lobbying activities, or have a section 501(h) election in effect during the tax year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C, Part II........
4
 
No
5
Is the organization a section 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organization that receives membership dues, assessments, or similar amounts as defined in Revenue Procedure 98-19? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C,
Part III............................
5
 
 
6
Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds or any similar funds or accounts for which donors have the right to provide advice on the distribution or investment of amounts in such funds or accounts? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part I........................
6
 
No
7
Did the organization receive or hold a conservation easement, including easements to preserve open space,
the environment, historic land areas, or historic structures? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part IIClick to see attachment...
7
Yes
 
8
Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part III ....................
8
 
No
9
Did the organization report an amount in Part X, line 21 for escrow or custodial account liability; serve as a custodian for amounts not listed in Part X; or provide credit counseling, debt management, credit repair, or debt negotiation services? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part IV..............
9
 
No
10
Did the organization, directly or through a related organization, hold assets in temporarily restricted endowments, permanent endowments, or quasi-endowments? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VClick to see attachment......
10
Yes
 
11
If the organization’s answer to any of the following questions is "Yes," then complete Schedule D, Parts VI, VII, VIII, IX, or X as applicable.
a
Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment in Part X, line 10?
If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VI.Click to see attachment...................
11a
Yes
 
b
Did the organization report an amount for investments—other securities in Part X, line 12 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VII.......
11b
 
No
c
Did the organization report an amount for investments—program related in Part X, line 13 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VIII.......
11c
 
No
d
Did the organization report an amount for other assets in Part X, line 15 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part IX............
11d
 
No
e
Did the organization report an amount for other liabilities in Part X, line 25? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part XClick to see attachment
11e
Yes
 
f
Did the organization’s separate or consolidated financial statements for the tax year include a footnote that addresses the organization’s liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part XClick to see attachment.........................
11f
Yes
 
12a
Did the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year?
If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Parts XI and XII .................
12a
 
No
b
Was the organization included in consolidated, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If “Yes,” and if the organization answered "No" to line 12a, then completing Schedule D, Parts XI and XII is optional Click to see attachment
12b
Yes
 
13
Is the organization a school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule E....
13
 
No
14a
Did the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States?.....
14a
 
No
b
Did the organization have aggregate revenues or expenses of more than $10,000 from grantmaking, fundraising, business, investment, and program service activities outside the United States, or aggregate foreign investments valued at $100,000 or more? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts I and IV.........
14b
 
No
15
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of grants or assistance to any organization or entity located outside the United States? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts II and IV
15
 
No
16
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of aggregate grants or assistance to individuals located outside the United States? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts III and IV...
16
 
No
17
Did the organization report a total of more than $15,000 of expenses for professional fundraising services on Part IX, column (A), lines 6 and 11e? If “Yes,” complete Schedule G, Part I (see instructions)....
17
 
No
18
Did the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on Part VIII, lines 1c and 8a? If “Yes,” complete Schedule G, Part II............ Click to see attachment
18
Yes
 
19
Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on Part VIII, line 9a? If “Yes,” complete Schedule G, Part III...................
19
 
No
20a
Did the organization operate one or more hospital facilities? If “Yes,” complete Schedule H....
20a
 
No
b
If “Yes” to line 20a, did the organization attach a copy of its audited financial statements to this return?
20b
 
 
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules (continued)
21
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants and other assistance to any government or organization in the United States on Part IX, column (A), line 1? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and II...
21
 
No
22
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants and other assistance to individuals in the United States on Part IX, column (A), line 2? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and III........
22
 
No
23
Did the organization answer “Yes” to Part VII, Section A, line 3, 4, or 5 about compensation of the organization’s current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J....................... Click to see attachment
23
Yes
 
24a
Did the organization have a tax-exempt bond issue with an outstanding principal amount of more than $100,000 as of the last day of the year, that was issued after December 31, 2002? If “Yes,” answer lines 24b through 24d and complete Schedule K. If “No,” go to line 25................
24a
 
No
b
Did the organization invest any proceeds of tax-exempt bonds beyond a temporary period exception?...
24b
 
 
c
Did the organization maintain an escrow account other than a refunding escrow at any time during the year
to defease any tax-exempt bonds?......................
24c
 
 
d
Did the organization act as an “on behalf of” issuer for bonds outstanding at any time during the year?...
24d
 
 
25a
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations. Did the organization engage in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person during the year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part I........
25a
 
No
b
Is the organization aware that it engaged in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person in a prior year, and that the transaction has not been reported on any of the organization’s prior Forms 990 or 990-EZ? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part I...................
25b
 
No
26
Was a loan to or by a current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, highest compensated employee, or disqualified person outstanding as of the end of the organization’s tax year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L,
Part II..........................
26
 
No
27
Did the organization provide a grant or other assistance to an officer, director, trustee, key employee, substantial contributor or employee thereof, a grant selection committee member, or to a 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part III.........
27
 
No
28
Was the organization a party to a business transaction with one of the following parties (see Schedule L, Part IV instructions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptions):
a
A current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part IV ..........................
28a
 
No
b
A family member of a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If “Yes,”
complete Schedule L, Part IV.....................
28b
 
No
c
An entity of which a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee (or a family member thereof) was an officer, director, trustee, or direct or indirect owner? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part IV...
28c
 
No
29
Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If “Yes,” complete Schedule M..Click to see attachment
29
Yes
 
30
Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified conservation contributions? If “Yes,” complete Schedule M............. Click to see attachment
30
Yes
 
31
Did the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and cease operations? If “Yes,” complete Schedule N,
Part I...........................
31
 
No
32
Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? If “Yes,” complete Schedule N, Part II......................
32
 
No
33
Did the organization own 100% of an entity disregarded as separate from the organization under Regulations sections 301.7701-2 and 301.7701-3? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part I........ Click to see attachment
33
Yes
 
34
Was the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part II, III, or IV, and Part V, line 1........................
34
 
No
35a
Did the organization have a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)?
35a
 
No
b
If ‘Yes’ to line 35a, did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2...
35b
 
No
36
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2.............
36
 
No
37
Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization and that is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part VI
37
 
No
38
Did the organization complete Schedule O and provide explanations in Schedule O for Part VI, lines 11b and 19? Note. All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule O. ............
38
Yes
 
Form 990 (2012)
Form 990 (2012)
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Part V
Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part V ...............
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number reported in Box 3 of Form 1096 Enter -0- if not applicable ..
1a
99
b
Enter the number of Forms W-2G included in line 1a. Enter -0- if not applicable .
1b
0
c
Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winners? ..................
1c
Yes
 
2a
Enter the number of employees reported on Form W-3, Transmittal of Wage and
Tax Statements, filed for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered by this return ..................
2a
65
b
If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all required federal employment tax returns?
Note. If the sum of lines 1a and 2a is greater than 250, you may be required to e-file (see instructions)
2b
Yes
 
3a
Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?...
3a
Yes
 
b
If “Yes,” has it filed a Form 990-T for this year? If “No,” provide an explanation in Schedule O.....
3b
Yes
 
4a
At any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authority over, a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account, securities account, or other financial account)?..........................
4a
 
No
b
If "Yes," enter the name of the foreign country: MediumBullet
See instructions for filing requirements for Form TD F 90-22.1, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts.
5a
Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year?..
5a
 
No
b
Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
5b
 
No
c
If “Yes,” to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form 8886-T? ............
5c
 
 
6a
Does the organization have annual gross receipts that are normally greater than $100,000, and did the organization solicit any contributions that were not tax deductible as charitable contributions?...
6a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts were not tax deductible?........................
6b
 
 
7
Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c).
a
Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods and services provided to the payor?....................
7a
Yes
 
b
If “Yes,” did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided?.....
7b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to file Form 8282?...........................
7c
 
No
d
If “Yes,” indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year ....
7d
 
e
Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract?............................
7e
 
No
f
Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract?..
7f
 
No
g
If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as required?............................
7g
 
 
h
If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a Form 1098-C?..........................
7h
 
 
8
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds and section 509(a)(3) supporting organizations. Did the supporting organization, or a donor advised fund maintained by a sponsoring organization, have excess business holdings at any time during the year?............
8
 
 
9
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds.
a
Did the organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966?..........
9a
 
 
b
Did the organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person?.......
9b
 
 
10
Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter:
a
Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part VIII, line 12 ...
10a
 
b
Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, for public use of club facilities
10b
 
11
Section 501(c)(12) organizations. Enter:
a
Gross income from members or shareholders .........
11a
 
b
Gross income from other sources (Do not net amounts due or paid to other sources against amounts due or received from them.) ..........
11b
 
12a
Section 4947(a)(1) non-exempt charitable trusts. Is the organization filing Form 990 in lieu of Form 1041?
12a
 
 
b
If “Yes,” enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year. ....................
12b
 
13
Section 501(c)(29) qualified nonprofit health insurance issuers.
a
Is the organization licensed to issue qualified health plans in more than one state?
Note. See the instructions for additional information the organization must report on Schedule O.
13a
 
 
b
Enter the amount of reserves the organization is required to maintain by the states in which the organization is licensed to issue qualified health plans ....
13b
 
c
Enter the amount of reserves on hand ............
13c
 
14a
Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year?.....
14a
 
No
b
If "Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If “No,” provide an explanation in Schedule O..
14b
 
 
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Part VI
Governance, Management, and Disclosure For each “Yes” response to lines 2 through 7b below, and for a “No” response to lines 8a, 8b, or 10b below, describe the circumstances, processes, or changes in Schedule O. See instructions.
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part VI ...............
Section A. Governing Body and Management
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax year .....................
1a
15
If there are material differences in voting rights among members of the governing body, or if the governing body delegated broad authority to an executive committee or similar committee, explain in Schedule O.
b
Enter the number of voting members included in line 1a, above, who are independent ...................
1b
15
2
Did any officer, director, trustee, or key employee have a family relationship or a business relationship with any other officer, director, trustee, or key employee? .................
2
 
No
3
Did the organization delegate control over management duties customarily performed by or under the direct supervision of officers, directors or trustees, or key employees to a management company or other person? .
3
 
No
4
Did the organization make any significant changes to its governing documents since the prior Form 990 was filed? ...........................
4
 
No
5
Did the organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization’s assets? .
5
 
No
6
Did the organization have members or stockholders? ................
6
Yes
 
7a
Did the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who had the power to elect or appoint one or more members of the governing body? ....................
7a
Yes
 
b
Are any governance decisions of the organization reserved to (or subject to approval by) members, stockholders, or persons other than the governing body? ...................
7b
Yes
 
8
Did the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during the year by the following:
a
The governing body? .........................
8a
Yes
 
b
Each committee with authority to act on behalf of the governing body? ............
8b
Yes
 
9
Is there any officer, director, trustee, or key employee listed in Part VII, Section A, who cannot be reached at the organization’s mailing address? If “Yes,” provide the names and addresses in Schedule O.......
9
 
No
Section B. Policies (This Section B requests information about policies not required by the Internal Revenue Code.)
Yes
No
10a
Did the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates? ............
10a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” did the organization have written policies and procedures governing the activities of such chapters, affiliates, and branches to ensure their operations are consistent with the organization's exempt purposes?
10b
 
 
11a
Has the organization provided a complete copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form? ............................
11a
Yes
 
b
Describe in Schedule O the process, if any, used by the organization to review this Form 990. .....
12a
Did the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If “No,” go to line 13.......
12a
Yes
 
b
Were officers, directors, or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts? ..........................
12b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If “Yes,” describe in Schedule O how this was done.......................
12c
Yes
 
13
Did the organization have a written whistleblower policy? ...............
13
Yes
 
14
Did the organization have a written document retention and destruction policy? .........
14
Yes
 
15
Did the process for determining compensation of the following persons include a review and approval by independent persons, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and decision?
a
The organization’s CEO, Executive Director, or top management official ...........
15a
Yes
 
b
Other officers or key employees of the organization ................
15b
Yes
 
If "Yes" to line 15a or 15b, describe the process in Schedule O (see instructions).
16a
Did the organization invest in, contribute assets to, or participate in a joint venture or similar arrangement with a taxable entity during the year? ......................
16a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” did the organization follow a written policy or procedure requiring the organization to evaluate its participation in joint venture arrangements under applicable federal tax law, and take steps to safeguard the organization’s exempt status with respect to such arrangements? ............
16b
 
 
Section C. Disclosure
17
List the States with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filedMediumBullet
CA
18
Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Form 1023 (or 1024 if applicable), 990, and 990-T (501(c)(3)s only) available for public inspection. Indicate how you made these available. Check all that apply.
19
Describe in Schedule O whether (and if so, how), the organization made its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public during the tax year.
20
State the name, physical address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the books and records of the organization:
MediumBulletColby Heaton1346 Blue Oaks BlvdRosevilleCA95678 (916) 648-1406
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Part VII
Compensation of Officers, Directors,Trustees, Key Employees, Highest Compensated Employees, and Independent Contractors
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part VII ...............
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees
1a Complete this table for all persons required to be listed. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current officers, directors, trustees (whether individuals or organizations), regardless of amount
of compensation. Enter -0- in columns (D), (E), and (F) if no compensation was paid.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current key employees, if any. See instructions for definition of "key employee."
RoundBullet List the organization’s five current highest compensated employees (other than an officer, director, trustee or key employee)
who received reportable compensation (Box 5 of Form W-2 and/or Box 7 of Form 1099-MISC) of more than $100,000 from the
organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former officers, key employees, or highest compensated employees who received more than $100,000
of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former directors or trustees that received, in the capacity as a former director or trustee of the
organization, more than $10,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

List persons in the following order: individual trustees or directors; institutional trustees; officers; key employees; highest
compensated employees; and former such persons.
Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organization compensated any current officer, director, or trustee.
(A)
Name and Title 		(B)
Average hours per week (list any hours for related organizations below dotted line) 		(C)
Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a director/trustee) 		(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; Officer; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; Former;
(1) GREG DANIEL........................................................................
VICE CHAIRMAN
 1.00
.......................   		X   X       0 0 0
(2) JIM PROVENZANO........................................................................
TREASURER
 1.00
.......................   		X   X       0 0 0
(3) TOM TOLLIVER........................................................................
SECRETARY
 1.00
.......................   		X   X       0 0 0
(4) YANCEY FOREST-KNOWLES........................................................................
BOARD CHAIR, DISTRICT 2 DIRECTOR
 1.00
.......................   		X   X       0 0 0
(5) BART B PRICE III........................................................................
BOARD DIRECTOR
 1.00
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(6) BILL QUINN........................................................................
PAST PRESIDENT DIRECTOR APPOINTEE
 1.00
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(7) CRAIG P GRILIONE........................................................................
DIRECTOR AT LARGE, DISTRICT 4 DIRECTOR
 1.00
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(8) DAVID E HONEYMAN JR........................................................................
BOARD DIRECTOR
 1.00
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(9) JAY A GOBLE DDS........................................................................
BOARD DIRECTOR
 1.00
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(10) L RYAN BRODDRICK........................................................................
BOARD DIRECTOR
 1.00
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(11) MS TRACEY FREMD........................................................................
DIRECTOR AT LARGE
 1.00
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(12) PETER J RAFFETTO........................................................................
BOARD DIRECTOR
 1.00
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(13) TERRY H HOLBERTON III........................................................................
DIRECTOR AT LARGE
 1.00
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(14) W BARTON WEITZENBERG........................................................................
BOARD DIRECTOR
 1.00
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(15) WILBUR H SMITH III........................................................................
BOARD DIRECTOR
 1.00
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(16) COLBY HEATON........................................................................
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
 40.00
.......................   		    X       123,290 0 18,583
(17) JACOB MESSERLI........................................................................
VP OF CONSERVATION PROGRAM
 40.00
.......................   		    X       105,435 0 6,391
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Part VII
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continued)
(A)
Name and Title 		(B)
Average hours per week (list any hours for related organizations below dotted line) 		(C)
Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a director/trustee) 		(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; Officer; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; Former;
(18) JOHN CARLSON JR........................................................................
PRESIDENT
 40.00
.......................   		    X       215,057 0 0
(19) MARK HENNELLY........................................................................
VICE PRESIDENT GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS
 40.00
.......................   		    X       110,984 0 4,627
(20) R SCOTT MUELLER........................................................................
VICE PRESIDENT FUNDRAISING & DEVELOPMENT
 40.00
.......................   		    X       100,790 0 8,402
(21) CHADD SANTERRE........................................................................
WETLANDS PROJECTS SUPERVISOR
 40.00
.......................   		        X   102,790 0 5,708
(22) M ROBERT MCLANDRESS........................................................................
ENDOWED CHAIR CONSERVATION HERITAGE
 40.00
.......................   		        X   149,255 0 9,439
















1b Sub-Total................MediumBullet
c Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A....MediumBullet
d Total (add lines 1b and 1c)............MediumBullet 907,601 0 53,150
2
Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of reportable compensation from the organizationMediumBullet7
Yes
No
3
Did the organization list any former officer, director or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated employee on line 1a? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such individual ..............
3
 
No
4
For any individual listed on line 1a, is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from the organization and related organizations greater than $150,000? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such individual...........................
4
Yes
 
5
Did any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual for services rendered to the organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such person ........
5
 
No
Section B. Independent Contractors
1
Complete this table for your five highest compensated independent contractors that received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
(A)
Name and business address 		(B)
Description of services 		(C)
Compensation
WILLIAMS LAND LEVELING13835 N JOHNSON RDLOS BANOSCA93635 MATERIALS & SERVICES 531,751
OTTENWALTER FARMS2260 LURLINE AVENUECOLUSACA95932 MATERIAL & SERVICES 528,017
WETLAND CONSTRUCTION1 WETLAND LANEFAIRFIELDCA94534 CONSTRUCTION 444,112
BRIGGS MANUFACTURING2286 COUNTRY ROAD NWILLOWSCA959880045 MATERIAL & SERVICES 406,738
JOINER CONSTRUCTIONPO BOX 55LOOKOUTCA96054 CONSTRUCTION 199,663
2
Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization MediumBullet15
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Part VIII
Statement of Revenue
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part VIII ..............
(A)
Total revenue 		(B)
Related or
exempt
function
revenue 		(C)
Unrelated
business
revenue 		(D)
Revenue
excluded from
tax under sections
512, 513, or 514
Contributions, Gifts, Grants and Other Similar Amounts 1a Federated campaigns..1a  
b Membership dues....1b 107,040
c Fundraising events....1c 2,215,106
d Related organizations...1d  
e Government grants (contributions)1e  
f All other contributions, gifts, grants, and
similar amounts not included above1f 		12,139,652
g Noncash contributions included in lines
1a-1f:$ 		4,685,222
h Total. Add lines 1a-1f.......MediumBullet 14,461,798
Program Service Revenue Business Code
2a DONATIONS AND GRANTS 900099 136,656 136,656    
b GOVERNMENT FEES & CONTRACTS 900099 6,913,790 6,913,790    
c MEMBERSHIP DUES 900099 58,549 58,549    
d DUCK STAMPS 900099 56,273 56,273    
e     0      
f All other program service revenue . 0 0 0 0
g Total. Add lines 2a–2f........MediumBullet 7,165,268
Other Revenue 3 Investment income (including dividends, interest, and other similar amounts).......MediumBullet 137,799     137,799
4 Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds..MediumBullet 0      
5 Royalties...........MediumBullet 776     776
(i) Real (ii) Personal
6a Gross rents 1,975  
b Less: rental expenses    
c Rental income or (loss) 1,975 0
d Net rental income or (loss).......MediumBullet 1,975     1,975
(i) Securities (ii) Other
7a Gross amount from sales of assets other than inventory   5,572
b Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses   1,377
c Gain or (loss) 0 4,195
d Net gain or (loss)..........MediumBullet 4,195     4,195
8a Gross income from fundraising events (not including
$ 2,215,106
of contributions reported on line 1c). See Part IV, line 18 ..
a 2,413,281
b Less: direct expenses ...b 2,192,524
c Net income or (loss) from fundraising events..MediumBullet 220,757   220,757
9a Gross income from gaming activities.
See Part IV, line 19 ...
a  
b Less: direct expenses ...b  
c Net income or (loss) from gaming activities...MediumBullet 0      
10a Gross sales of inventory, less
returns and allowances .
a 18,890
b Less: cost of goods sold ..b 56,374
c Net income or (loss) from sales of inventory..MediumBullet -37,484   -37,484  
Miscellaneous Revenue Business Code
11a ADVERTISING REVENUE 541800 122,734   122,734  
b     0      
c     0      
d All other revenue .... 3,464 0 0 3,464
e Total. Add lines 11a–11d ...... MediumBullet 126,198
12 Total revenue. See Instructions......MediumBullet 22,081,282 7,165,268 85,250 368,966
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Part IX
Statement of Functional Expenses
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations must complete all columns. All other organizations must complete column (A).Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part IX ...............
Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b,
7b, 8b, 9b, and 10b of Part VIII. 		(A)
Total expenses 		(B)
Program service expenses 		(C)
Management and general expenses 		(D)
Fundraising expenses
1 Grants and other assistance to governments and organizations in the United States. See Part IV, line 21 0  
2 Grants and other assistance to individuals in the United States. See Part IV, line 22 0  
3 Grants and other assistance to governments, organizations, and individuals outside the United States. See Part IV, lines 15 and 16 0  
4 Benefits paid to or for members 0  
5 Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and key employees .... 190,000 112,100 57,000 20,900
6 Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) .... 0      
7 Other salaries and wages 2,319,680 1,541,561 236,395 541,724
8 Pension plan accruals and contributions (include section 401(k) and 403(b) employer contributions) .... 57,444 36,315 4,289 16,840
9 Other employee benefits ....... 300,886 186,074 41,479 73,333
10 Payroll taxes ........... 220,616 151,396 21,119 48,101
11 Fees for services (non-employees):        
a Management ...... 0      
b Legal ......... 14,664 11,846 2,408 410
c Accounting ........... 31,925 14,366 15,005 2,554
d Lobbying ........... 0      
e Professional fundraising services. See Part IV, line 17 0  
f Investment management fees ...... 6,914 3,111 3,250 553
g Other (If line 11g amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 11g expenses on Schedule O) ........ 399,709 397,586 984 1,139
12 Advertising and promotion .... 10,828 4,363 625 5,840
13 Office expenses ....... 346,802 219,082 32,458 95,262
14 Information technology ...... 0      
15 Royalties .. 0      
16 Occupancy ........... 80,157 52,887 14,544 12,726
17 Travel ............ 159,828 108,328 12,268 39,232
18 Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials ...... 0      
19 Conferences, conventions, and meetings .... 6,431   6,431  
20 Interest ........... 141   141  
21 Payments to affiliates ....... 0      
22 Depreciation, depletion, and amortization ..... 96,567 68,563 19,313 8,691
23 Insurance .............. 77,664 59,583 9,750 8,331
24 Other expenses. Itemize expenses not covered above (List miscellaneous expenses in line 24e. If line 24e amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 24e expenses on Schedule O.)
a LAND IMPROVEMENTS 5,442,370 5,442,370    
b PRINTING 83,069 83,069    
c DUCK STAMP EXPENSES 76,282 76,282    
d FUNDRAISING EXP 782,687     782,687
e All other expenses 334,575 207,267 16,049 111,259
25 Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24e 11,039,239 8,776,149 493,508 1,769,582
26 Joint costs. Complete this line only if the organization reported in column (B) joint costs from a combined educational campaign and fundraising solicitation. Check here MediumBullet if following SOP 98-2 (ASC 958-720). 0      
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Part X Balance Sheet Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part X ...............
(A)
Beginning of year 		(B)
End of year
Assets 1 Cash—non-interest-bearing ............. 200 1 200
2 Savings and temporary cash investments ......... 1,925,178 2 2,706,776
3 Pledges and grants receivable, net ...........   3  
4 Accounts receivable, net ............. 1,099,930 4 1,301,772
5 Loans and other receivables from current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees. Complete Part II of
Schedule L ..................
0 5 0
6 Loans and other receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)), persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B), and contributing employers and sponsoring organizations of section 501(c)(9) voluntary employees' beneficiary organizations (see instructions) Complete Part II of Schedule L
0 6 0
7 Notes and loans receivable, net .............   7  
8 Inventories for sale or use .............. 566,053 8 649,298
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges .......... 132,964 9 148,881
10a Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D 10a 6,961,262
b Less: accumulated depreciation ..... 10b 490,040 166,289 10c 6,471,222
11 Investments—publicly traded securities .......... 2,696,308 11 6,794,531
12 Investments—other securities. See Part IV, line 11 ..... 0 12 0
13 Investments—program-related. See Part IV, line 11 ..... 0 13 0
14 Intangible assets ...............   14  
15 Other assets. See Part IV, line 11 ........... 225,169 15 164,998
16 Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 34)...... 6,812,091 16 18,237,678
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses ......... 528,225 17 717,973
18 Grants payable .................   18  
19 Deferred revenue ................   19  
20 Tax-exempt bond liabilities .............   20  
21 Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule D..   21  
22 Loans and other payables to current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, and disqualified
persons. Complete Part II of Schedule L..........   22 0
23 Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties ..   23  
24 Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties ....   24  
25 Other liabilities (including federal income tax, payables to related third parties, and other liabilities not included on lines 17-24). Complete Part X of Schedule D.................... 212,923 25 221,028
26 Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25......... 741,148 26 939,001
Net Assets or Fund Balance Organizations that follow SFAS 117 (ASC 958), check here MediumBullet and complete lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34.
27 Unrestricted net assets .............. 4,278,545 27 14,729,425
28 Temporarily restricted net assets ........... 1,742,398 28 2,519,252
29 Permanently restricted net assets ........... 50,000 29 50,000
Organizations that do not follow SFAS 117 (ASC 958), check here MediumBullet and complete lines 30 through 34.
30 Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds ........   30  
31 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building or equipment fund .....   31  
32 Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds   32  
33 Total net assets or fund balances ........... 6,070,943 33 17,298,677
34 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances ........ 6,812,091 34 18,237,678
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Part XI
Reconcilliation of Net Assets
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part XI ...............
1
Total revenue (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) ............
1
22,081,282
2
Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) ............
2
11,039,239
3
Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 1 ..............
3
11,042,043
4
Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 33, column (A)) ..
4
6,070,943
5
Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments ...............
5
185,691
6
Donated services and use of facilities .................
6
 
7
Investment expenses .....................
7
 
8
Prior period adjustments .....................
8
 
9
Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) ........
9
0
10
Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3 through 9 (must equal Part X, line 33, column (B))
10
17,298,677
Part XII
Financial Statements and Reporting
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part XII ..............
Yes
No
1
Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990:  
If the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked "Other," explain in
Schedule O.
2a
Were the organization’s financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant?
2a
 
No
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were compiled or reviewed on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
b
Were the organization’s financial statements audited by an independent accountant?
2b
Yes
 
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were audited on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
c
If “Yes,” to line 2a or 2b, does the organization have a committee that assumes responsibility for oversight of the audit, review, or compilation of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant?
2c
Yes
 
If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain in Schedule O.
3a
As a result of a federal award, was the organization required to undergo an audit or audits as set forth in the Single Audit Act and OMB Circular A-133?
3a
Yes
 
b
If “Yes,” did the organization undergo the required audit or audits? If the organization did not undergo the required audit or audits, explain why in Schedule O and describe any steps taken to undergo such audits
3b
Yes
 
Form 990 (2012)
Form 990, Special Condition Description:
Special Condition Description
Additional Data


Software ID: 12000266
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SCHEDULE A
(Form 990 or 990EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Public Charity Status and Public Support

Complete if the organization is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section
4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust.
right arrow Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. right arrow See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2012
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
CALIFORNIA WATERFOWL ASSOCIATION
 
Employer identification number

94-1149574
Part I
Reason for Public Charity Status (All organizations must complete this part.) See instructions.
The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 11, check only one box.)
1
2
3
4
5
section 170(b)(1)(A)(iv). (Complete Part II.)
6
7
8
9
receipts from activities related to its exempt functions—subject to certain exceptions, and (2) no more than 331/3% of
its support from gross investment income and unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 tax) from businesses
acquired by the organization after June 30, 1975. See section 509(a)(2). (Complete Part III.)
10
11
e
f
g
(i) A person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in (ii)
Yes
No
and (iii) below, the governing body of the supported organization? ................
11g(i)
 
 
(ii) A family member of a person described in (i) above? ......................
11g(ii)
 
 
(iii) A 35% controlled entity of a person described in (i) or (ii) above? ................
11g(iii)
 
 
h
Provide the following information about the supported organization(s).
(i) Name of supported organization (ii) EIN (iii) Type of organization (described on lines 1- 9 above or IRC section (see instructions)) (iv) Is the organization in col. (i) listed in your governing document? (v) Did you notify the organization in col. (i) of your support? (vi) Is the organization in col. (i) organized in the U.S.? (vii) Amount of monetary support
Yes No Yes No Yes No
Total                  

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990EZ.
Cat. No. 11285F
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
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Part II
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Sections 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, or 8 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part III. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part III.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2008 (b) 2009 (c) 2010 (d) 2011 (e) 2012 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") ....            
2 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf.......            
3 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..            
4 Total. Add lines 1 through 3            
5 The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) included on line 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column (f)..            
6 Public support. Subtract line 5 from line 4.            
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2008 (b) 2009 (c) 2010 (d) 2011 (e) 2012 (f) Total
7 Amounts from line 4..            
8 Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources...            
9 Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on..            
10 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.)..            
11 Total support (Add lines 7 through 10).            
12
12
 
13
First five years. If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a 501(c)(3) organization, check this box and stop here........................................right arrow
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
14
 
15
15
 
16a
b
17a
b
18
Private foundation. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, 17a, or 17b, check this box and see
instructions ..................................................... right arrow
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
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Page 3
Part III
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Section 509(a)(2)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 9 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part II. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part II.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2008 (b) 2009 (c) 2010 (d) 2011 (e) 2012 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") . 3,230,250 3,807,169 3,414,696 2,911,483 14,461,798 27,825,396
2 Gross receipts from admissions, merchandise sold or services performed, or facilities furnished in any activity that is related to the organization's tax-exempt purpose...... 9,231,368 9,188,725 7,736,663 7,947,023 7,165,268 41,269,047
3 Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513..           0
4 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf...           0
5 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..           0
6 Total. Add lines 1 through 5. 12,461,618 12,995,894 11,151,359 10,858,506 21,627,066 69,094,443
7a Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons... 0 0 0 0 0 0
b Amounts included on lines 2 and 3 received from other than disqualified persons that exceed the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the amount on line 13 for the year. 0 0 0 0 0 0
c Add lines 7a and 7b.. 0 0 0 0 0 0
8 Public support (Subtract line 7c from line 6.)           69,094,443
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2008 (b) 2009 (c) 2010 (d) 2011 (e) 2012 (f) Total
9 Amounts from line 6... 12,461,618 12,995,894 11,151,359 10,858,506 21,627,066 69,094,443
10a Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources.. 122,519 73,791 79,230 84,778 140,550 500,868
b Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.           0
c Add lines 10a and 10b. 122,519 73,791 79,230 84,778 140,550 500,868
11 Net income from unrelated business activities not included in line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.           0
12 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.) .. 9,349 2,542 2,288,420 2,551,124 2,416,745 7,268,180
13 Total support. (Add lines 9, 10c, 11, and 12.).. 12,593,486 13,072,227 13,519,009 13,494,408 24,184,361 76,863,491
14
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
15
89.890 %
16
16
98.910 %
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
17
0.650 %
18
18
1.030 %
19a
b
20
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
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Part IV
Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the explanations required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; and Part III, line 12. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).
Facts And Circumstances Test
 
Explanation
OTHER INCOME, SCHEDULE A, PART III, LINE 12, DESCRIPTION - MISC INCOME, COLUMN A - 9349, COLUMN B - 2542, COLUMN C - 359, COLUMN D - 1965, COLUMN E - 3464, COLUMN F - 17679; DESCRIPTION - SPECIAL EVENT REVENUE, COLUMN A - , COLUMN B - , COLUMN C - 2288061, COLUMN D - 2549159, COLUMN E - 2413281, COLUMN F - 7250501;,
 
 
 
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Schedule B
(Form 990, 990-EZ,
or 990-PF)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Schedule of Contributors
Arrow Bullet Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2012
Name of the organization
CALIFORNIA WATERFOWL ASSOCIATION
 
Employer identification number

94-1149574
Organization type (check one):
Filers of:
Section:
Form 990 or 990-EZ





Form 990-PF




Check if your organization is covered by the General Rule or a Special Rule.  
Note. Only a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization can check boxes for both the General Rule and a Special Rule. See instructions.
General Rule
Special Rules
......................... Arrow Bullet   $    
Caution. An organization that is not covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules does not file Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF), but it must answer “No” on Part IV, line 2 of its Form 990; or check the box on line H of its
Form 990-EZ or on Part I, line 2 of its Form 990-PF, to certify that it does not meet the filing requirements of Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF).
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions
for Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
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Name of organization
CALIFORNIA WATERFOWL ASSOCIATION
  		Employer identification number

94-1149574
Part I
Contributors (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed.
     
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
RESTRICTED
RESTRICTED
 

     
RESTRICTED
RESTRICTED  
RESTRICTED, RESTRICTED   RESTRICTED

$RESTRICTED


(Complete Part II if there is a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  


(Complete Part II if there is a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  


(Complete Part II if there is a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  


(Complete Part II if there is a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  


(Complete Part II if there is a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  


(Complete Part II if there is a noncash contribution.)
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Name of organization
CALIFORNIA WATERFOWL ASSOCIATION
  		Employer identification number

94-1149574
Part II
Noncash Property (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part II if additional space is needed.
     
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
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Name of organization
CALIFORNIA WATERFOWL ASSOCIATION
  		Employer identification number

94-1149574
Part III
Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., individual contributions to section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organizations
that total more than $1,000 for the year. Complete columns (a) through (e) and the following line entry.
For organizations completing Part III, enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc.,
contributions of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.) Arrow Bullet$  
Use duplicate copies of Part III if additional space is needed.
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
       
 
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
       
 
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
       
 
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
       
 
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SCHEDULE D
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Financial Statements
SchDMd Bullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990,
Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11a, 11b, 11c, 11d, 11e, 11f, 12a, or 12b
SchDMd Bullet Attach to Form 990. SchDMd Bullet See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2012
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
CALIFORNIA WATERFOWL ASSOCIATION
 
Employer identification number

94-1149574
Part I
Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 6.
(a) Donor advised funds (b) Funds and other accounts
1 Total number at end of year .........    
2 Aggregate contributions to (during year) ...    
3 Aggregate grants from (during year) .....    
4 Aggregate value at end of year ........    
5
Did the organization inform all donors and donor advisors in writing that the assets held in donor advised
funds are the organization's property, subject to the organization's exclusive legal control? ............
6
Did the organization inform all grantees, donors, and donor advisors in writing that grant funds can be
used only for charitable purposes and not for the benefit of the donor or donor advisor, or for any other purpose conferring impermissible private benefit? ...................................
Part II
Conservation Easements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 7.
1
Purpose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply).
2
Complete lines 2a through 2d if the organization held a qualified conservation contribution in the form of a conservation easement on the last day of the tax year.
Held at the End of the Year
a Total number of conservation easements ....................... 2a 3
b Total acreage restricted by conservation easements .................. 2b 8,373
c Number of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included in (a) ..... 2c 0
d Number of conservation easements included in (c) acquired after 8/17/06, and not on a historic structure listed in the National Register .................... 2d 0
3
Number of conservation easements modified, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during
the tax year SchDMd Bullet0
4
Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located SchDMd Bullet1
5
Does the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling of violations, and
enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? .............................
6
Staff and volunteer hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
SchDMd Bullet40
7
Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
SchDMd Bullet $ 5,657
8
Does each conservation easement reported on line 2(d) above satisfy the requirements of section 170(h)(4)(B)(i) and section 170(h)(4)(B)(ii)? .......................................
9
In Part XIII, describe how the organization reports conservation easements in its revenue and expense statement, and
balance sheet, and include, if applicable, the text of the footnote to the organization’s financial statements that describes
the organization’s accounting for conservation easements.
Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 8.
1a
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), not to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide, in Part XIII, the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items.
b
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide the following amounts relating to these items:
(i)
Revenues included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ........................SchDMd Bullet $  
(ii)
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ..............................SchDMd Bullet $  
2
If the organization received or held works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets for financial gain, provide the
following amounts required to be reported under SFAS 116 (ASC 958) relating to these items:
a
Revenues included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ..........................SchDMd Bullet $  
b
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ...............................SchDMd Bullet $  
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 52283D
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Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets (continued)
3
Using the organization’s acquisition, accession, and other records, check any of the following that are a significant use of its collection items (check all that apply):
a
d
b
e
 
c
4
Provide a description of the organization’s collections and explain how they further the organization’s exempt purpose in
Part XIII.
5
During the year, did the organization solicit or receive donations of art, historical treasures or other similar
assets to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the organization’s collection?........
Part IV
Escrow and Custodial Arrangements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, line 9, or reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21.
1a
Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not
included on Form 990, Part X? ....................................
b
If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII and complete the following table:
Amount
c Beginning balance ................................. 1c  
d Additions during the year .............................. 1d  
e Distributions during the year ............................. 1e  
f Ending balance ................................... 1f  
2a
Did the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21? .....................
b
If “Yes,” explain the arrangement in Part XIII. Check here if the explanation has been provided in Part XIII ........
Part V
Endowment Funds. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 10.
(a)Current year (b)Prior year b (c)Two years back (d)Three years back (e)Four years back
1a Beginning of year balance .... 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000
b Contributions ........          
c Net investment earnings, gains, and losses 1,399 888 428 429 690
d Grants or scholarships .....          
e Other expenditures for facilities
and programs ........ 		1,399 888 428 429 690
f Administrative expenses ....          
g End of year balance ...... 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000
2
Provide the estimated percentage of the current year end balance (line 1g, column (a)) held as:
a
Board designated or quasi-endowment SchDMd Bullet0 %
b
Permanent endowment SchDMd Bullet100.000 %
c
Temporarily restricted endowment SchDMd Bullet0 %
The percentages in lines 2a, 2b, and 2c should equal 100%.
3a
Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the
organization by:

Yes
No
(i) unrelated organizations ........................
3a(i)
 
No
(ii) related organizations ........................
3a(ii)
 
No
b
If "Yes" to 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R? .........
3b
 
 
4
Describe in Part XIII the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds.
Part VI
Land, Buildings, and Equipment. See Form 990, Part X, line 10.
Description of property (a) Cost or other basis (investment) (b)Cost or other basis (other) (c) Accumulated depreciation (d) Book value
1a Land .................   3,768,650 3,768,650
b Buildings ................   2,321,192 8,238 2,312,954
c Leasehold improvements ............       0
d Equipment ................   313,955 190,993 122,962
e Other .................   557,465 290,809 266,656
Total. Add lines 1a through 1e. (Column (d) must equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10(c).).......SchDMdBullet 6,471,222
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Part VII
Investments—Other Securities. See Form 990, Part X, line 12.
(a) Description of security or category
(including name of security)		 (b)Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value
(1)Financial derivatives    
(2)Closely-held equity interests    
Other








Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col. (B) line 12.)Small Bullet  
Part VIII
Investments—Program Related. See Form 990, Part X, line 13.
(a) Description of investment type (b) Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value








Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 13.)Small Bullet  
Part IX
Other Assets. See Form 990, Part X, line 15.
(a) Description (b) Book value








Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 15.)...........Small Bullet  
Part X
Other Liabilities. See Form 990, Part X, line 25.
1.(a) Description of liability (b) Book value
Federal income taxes 0
LOCAL PROGRAM FUNDING AVAILABLE 47,094
LAND IMPROVEMENT PAYABLE 173,934







Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 25.)Small Bullet 221,028
2. Fin 48 (ASC 740) Footnote. In Part XIII, provide the text of the footnote to the organization's financial statements that reports the organization's liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740). Check here if the text of the footnote has been provided in Part XIII .....................................................
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Part XI Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per Return
1 Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements ....... 1 24,515,871
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12:
a Net unrealized gains on investments .......... 2a 185,691
b Donated services and use of facilities ......... 2b  
c Recoveries of prior year grants ........... 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 2d 2,248,898
e Add lines 2a through 2d ..................... 2e 2,434,589
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1..................... 3 22,081,282
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b . 4a  
b Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ........... 4b 0
c Add lines 4a and 4b....................... 4c 0
5 Total revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.) ...... 5 22,081,282
Part XII Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return
1 Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements ........... 1 13,288,137
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25:
a Donated services and use of facilities .......... 2a  
b Prior year adjustments .............. 2b  
c Other losses ................ 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 2d 2,248,898
e Add lines 2a through 2d...................... 2e 2,248,898
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1..................... 3 11,039,239
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b .. 4a  
b Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 4b 0
c Add lines 4a and 4b....................... 4c 0
5 Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.) ...... 5 11,039,239
Part XIII
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide the descriptions required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9; Part III, lines 1a and 4; Part lV, lines 1b and 2b;
Part V, line 4; Part X, line 2; Part XI, lines 2d and 4b; and Part XII, lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information.
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
Conservation easements policy Schedule D, Part II, Line 5 THE INFORMATION BEING PROVIDED IS INCLUDED IN THE POLICIES FOR CALIFORNIA WATERFOWL ASSOCIATION (CWA): EASEMENT MONITORING: ANNUALLY OR AS REQUIRED UNDER THE EASEMENT DOCUMENT, EACH EASEMENT WILL BE INSPECTED ON-SITE BY A REPRESENTATIVE OF CWA TO ENSURE THE PROPERTY IS IN COMPLIANCE WITH ALL ASPECTS OF THE EASEMENT. THE LANDOWNER WILL BE INVITED AND ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE. THIS ASSESSMENT WILL ALSO BE CONDUCTED TO ASSIST THE LANDOWNER'S OBLIGATION OF ADEQUATELY MAINTAINING THE VEGETATION AND ANY REQUIRED HABITAT MANAGEMENT PRACTICES FOR THE PROPERTY. MONITORING MAY BE CONDUCTED FROM THE AIR OR WATER, AND ON THE GROUND. CWA SHALL DOCUMENT THE CONDITIONS OF THE PROPERTY AND ANY CHANGES TO MANAGEMENT THAT ARE NEEDED OR UNDERTAKEN TO COMPLY WITH THE EASEMENT OR MANAGEMENT PLAN AND WILL SUBMIT A REPORT TO THE CERTIFYING AGENCIES AS REQUIRED BY EACH EASEMENT. ENFORCEMENT: CWA HAS WRITTEN POLICIES AND PROCEDURES DETAILING HOW IT WILL RESPOND TO A POTENTIAL VIOLATION OF AN EASEMENT, INCLUDING THE ROLE OF ALL PARTIES INVOLVED (SUCH AS BOARD MEMBERS, VOLUNTEERS, STAFF AND PARTNERS) IN ANY ENFORCEMENT ACTION. CWA WILL TAKE NECESSARY AND CONSISTENT STEPS TO SEE THAT VIOLATIONS ARE RESOLVED AND HAS AVAILABLE, OR HAS A STRATEGY TO SECURE, THE FINANCIAL AND LEGAL RESOURCES FOR ENFORCEMENT AND DEFENSE. IN THE EVENT THAT FULL FUNDING FOR THESE COSTS IS NOT SECURE, THE BOARD HAS ADOPTED A POLICY COMMITTING THE ASSOCIATION TO RAISING THE NECESSARY FUNDS. IN ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT, CWA IS MAKING A PERMANENT COMMITMENT TO ASSUME THE LEGAL RESPONSIBILITY TO UPHOLD THE RESTRICTIONS AND COVENANTS CONTAINED IN THE EASEMENT. CWA RECOGNIZES THAT THE COSTS OF THESE ACTIVITIES ARE GROWING EACH YEAR, NOT ONLY AS A RESULT OF ACCEPTING ADDITIONAL EASEMENTS BUT ALSO AS A RESULT OF NUMEROUS VARIABLES UNIQUE TO EACH EASEMENT AREA. SOME EXAMPLES INCLUDE THE COMPLEXITY OF EASEMENT PROVISIONS, CHANGES IN OWNERSHIP, LAND USE, MONITORING PLAN, AVAILABILITY OF VOLUNTEER AND DONATED RESOURCES, AND THE LIKELIHOOD OF VIOLATIONS. ALTHOUGH IT IS VERY UNUSUAL FOR GRANTORS OF EASEMENTS TO VIOLATE THE TERMS OF THOSE EASEMENTS, THE LIKELIHOOD THAT VIOLATIONS CAN INCREASES AS TIME PASSES AND PROPERTY OWNERSHIP IS TRANSFERRED.
Conservation easements financial reporting Schedule D, Part II, Line 9 REPORTED ON BALANCE SHEET UNDER PERMANENT RESTRICTED AND THE REVENUE SECTION UNDER TEMPORARILY RESTRICTED. EXPENSES ARE PART OF UNRESTRICTED.
Intended uses of endowment funds Schedule D, Part V, Line 4 TO MONITOR AND ENFORCE CONSERVATION EASEMENTS.
FIN 48 (ASC 740) footnote Schedule D, Part X, Line 2 THE ASSOCIATION AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES HAVE ACCOUNTED FOR UNCERTAINTY IN INCOME TAXES AS REQUIRED BY THE ACCOUNTING FOR UNCERTAINTY IN INCOME TAXES TOPIC OF THE FASB ACCOUNTING STANDARDS CODIFICATION. THE ASSOCIATION USES A COMPREHENSIVE MODEL FOR RECOGNIZING, MEASURING, PRESENTING AND DISCLOSING IN THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS TAX POSITIONS TAKEN OR EXPECTED TO BE TAKEN ON A TAX RETURN. A TAX POSITION IS RECOGNIZED AS A BENEFIT ONLY IF IT IS "MORE LIKELY THAN NOT" THAT THE TAX POSITION WOULD BE SUSTAINED IN A TAX EXAMINATION, WITH A TAX EXAMINATION BEING PRESUMED TO OCCUR. THE AMOUNT RECOGNIZED IS THE LARGEST AMOUNT OF TAX BENEFIT THAT IS GREATER THAN 50% LIKELY OF BEING REALIZED ON EXAMINATION. FOR TAX POSITIONS NOT MEETING THE "MORE LIKELY THAN NOT" TEST, NO TAX BENEFIT IS RECORDED. THE EFFECT OF APPLYING THIS MODEL AND THE RESULTING IDENTIFICATION OF UNCERTAIN TAX POSITIONS, IF ANY, WERE NOT CONSIDERED SIGNIFICANT FOR FINANCIAL REPORTING PURPOSES. MANAGEMENT DOES NOT ANTICIPATE ANY CHANGES IN UNRECOGNIZED TAX BENEFITS OR MODELING OF THOSE BENEFITS IN THE NEXT TWELVE MONTHS. THE ASSOCIATION WOULD RECOGNIZE ANY INTEREST ACCRUED AND PENALTIES RELATED TO UNRECOGNIZED TAX BENEFITS IN TAX EXPENSE. DURING THE YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2013 AND 2012, THE ASSOCIATION DID NOT RECOGNIZE ANY INTEREST OR PENALTIES. THE ASSOCIATION IS SUBJECT TO FILING OF U.S. FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA INFORMATIONAL RETURNS. FEDERAL RETURNS FOR 2009 THROUGH 2011 AND CALIFORNIA RETURNS FOR 2008 THROUGH 2011 ARE CURRENTLY OPEN FOR POTENTIAL FEDERAL AND STATE EXAMINATIONS.
Other revenues in audited financial statements not in form 990 Schedule D, Part XI, Line 2d FUNDRAISING EXPENSES INCLUDED IN REVENUE - 2192524; ALLOCATION OF OTHER COST ASSOCIATED WITH THE SALES OF MERCHANDISE - 50515; ALLOCATION OF LABOR ASSOCIATED WITH THE SALES OF MERCHANDISE - 5859;
Other expenses in audited financial statements not in form 990 Schedule D, Part XII, Line 2d FUNDRAISING EXPENSES INCLUDED IN REVENUE - 2192524; ALLOCATION OF OTHER COST ASSOCIATED WITH THE SALES OF MERCHANDISE - 50515; ALLOCATION OF LABOR ASSOCIATED WITH THE SALES OF MERCHANDISE - 5859;
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SCHEDULE G (Form 990 or 990-EZ)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information Regarding
Fundraising or Gaming Activities
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, lines 17, 18, or 19, or if the organization entered more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a. Form 990-EZ filers are not required to complete this part. right arrowAttach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. right arrowSee separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
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Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
CALIFORNIA WATERFOWL ASSOCIATION
 
Employer identification number

94-1149574
Part I
Fundraising Activities. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 17.
1
Indicate whether the organization raised funds through any of the following activities. Check all that apply.
a e
b f
c g
d
2a
Did the organization have a written or oral agreement with any individual (including officers, directors, trustees
or key employees listed in Form 990, Part VII) or entity in connection with professional fundraising services?
b
If “Yes,” list the ten highest paid individuals or entities (fundraisers) pursuant to agreements under which the fundraiser is
to be compensated at least $5,000 by the organization.
(i) Name and address of individual
or entity (fundraiser) 		(ii) Activity (iii) Did fundraiser have custody or control of contributions? (iv) Gross receipts
from activity 		(v) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
fundraiser listed in
col. (i) 		(vi) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
organization
Yes No
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
Total .................right arrow      
3
List all states in which the organization is registered or licensed to solicit funds or has been notified it is exempt from registration or licensing.
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990or 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 50083H
Schedule G (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Schedule G (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Page 2
Part II
Fundraising Events. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 18, or reported more than $15,000 of fundraising event contributions and gross income on Form 990-EZ, lines 1 and 6b. List events with gross receipts greater than $5,000.
(a) Event #1

RAY LEWIS DINNER
(event type) 		(b) Event #2

GRIDLEY DINNER
(event type) 		(c) Other events

94
(total number) 		(d) Total events
(add col. (a) through col. (c))
VerticalRevenue 1 Gross receipts . . . 1,655,802 198,964 2,773,621 4,628,387
2 Less: Contributions . . 1,609,152 111,237 494,717 2,215,106
3 Gross income (line 1
minus line 2) . . . 		46,650 87,727 2,278,904 2,413,281
VerticalDirectExpenses 4 Cash prizes . . .       0
5 Noncash prizes . .       0
6 Rent/facility costs . .       0
7 Food and beverages .       0
8 Entertainment . . .       0
9 Other direct expenses . 54,708 94,918 2,042,898 2,192,524
10 Direct expense summary. Add lines 4 through 9 in column (d) ........... right arrow 2,192,524
11 Net income summary. Combine line 3, column (d), and line 10. .......... right arrow 220,757
Part III
Gaming. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 19, or reported more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a.
VerticalRevenue (a) Bingo (b) Pull tabs/Instant
bingo/progressive bingo 		(c) Other gaming (d) Total gaming (add col.(a) through col.(c))
1 Gross revenue . . . .        
VerticalDirectExpenses 2 Cash prizes . . . .        
3 Non-cash prizes . . .        
4 Rent/facility costs . . .        
5 Other direct expenses . .        
6 Volunteer labor . . .
 
 
 
7 Direct expense summary. Add lines 2 through 5 in column (d) ........... right arrow  
8 Net gaming income summary. Combine lines 1 and 7 in column (d) .......... right arrow  
9
Enter the state(s) in which the organization operates gaming activities:
a
Is the organization licensed to operate gaming activities in each of these states? ............
b
If "No," explain:
 
10a
Were any of the organization's gaming licenses revoked, suspended or terminated during the tax year? .....
b
If "Yes," explain:
 
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11
Does the organization operate gaming activities with nonmembers? .................
12
Is the organization a grantor, beneficiary or trustee of a trust or a member of a partnership or other entity
formed to administer charitable gaming? ..........................
13
Indicate the percentage of gaming activity operated in:
a
The organization's facility ......................
13a
 
b
An outside facility ........................
13b
 
14
Enter the name and address of the person who prepares the organization's gaming/special events books and records:
Name right arrow
Address right arrow
15a
Does the organization have a contract with a third party from whom the organization receives gaming
revenue? ......................................
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of gaming revenue received by the organization right arrow $   and the
amount of gaming revenue retained by the third party right arrow $   .
c
If "Yes," enter name and address of the third party:
Name right arrow
Address right arrow
 
 
16
Gaming manager information:
Name right arrow
Gaming manager compensation right arrow $  
Description of services provided right arrow
 
17
Mandatory distributions:
a
Is the organization required under state law to make charitable distributions from the gaming proceeds to
retain the state gaming license? ............................
b
Enter the amount of distributions required under state law distributed to other exempt organizations or spent
in the organization's own exempt activities during the tax year right arrow$  
Part IV
Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the explanations required by Part I, line 2b, columns (iii) and (v), and Part III, lines 9, 9b, 10b, 15b, 15c, 16, and 17b, as applicable. Also complete this part to provide any additional information (see instructions).
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
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Schedule J
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Compensation Information
For certain Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest
Compensated Employees
SchJMediumBullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, question 23.
SchJMediumBullet Attach to Form 990. SchJMediumBullet See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2012
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
CALIFORNIA WATERFOWL ASSOCIATION
 
Employer identification number

94-1149574
Part I
Questions Regarding Compensation
Yes
No
1a
Check the appropiate box(es) if the organization provided any of the following to or for a person listed in Form
990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a. Complete Part III to provide any relevant information regarding these items.
b
If any of the boxes in line 1a are checked, did the organization follow a written policy regarding payment or reimbursement or provision of all of the expenses described above? If "No," complete Part III to explain....
1b
 
 
2
Did the organization require substantiation prior to reimbursing or allowing expenses incurred by all officers,
directors, trustees, and the CEO/Executive Director, regarding the items checked in line 1a? .......
2
 
 
3
Indicate which, if any, of the following the filing organization used to establish the compensation of the
organization's CEO/Executive Director. Check all that apply. Do not check any boxes for methods
used by a related organization to establish compensation of the CEO/Executive Director, but explain in Part III.
4
During the year, did any person listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a with respect to the filing organization or a related organization:
a
Receive a severance payment or change-of-control payment? ................
4a
 
No
b
Participate in, or receive payment from, a supplemental nonqualified retirement plan? .........
4b
 
No
c
Participate in, or receive payment from, an equity-based compensation arrangement? .........
4c
 
No
If "Yes" to any of lines 4a-c, list the persons and provide the applicable amounts for each item in Part III.
Only 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations only must complete lines 5-9.
5
For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the revenues of:
a
The organization? ...........................
5a
 
No
b
Any related organization? .........................
5b
 
No
If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, describe in Part III.
6
For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the net earnings of:
a
The organization? ...........................
6a
 
No
b
Any related organization? .........................
6b
 
No
If "Yes," to line 6a or 6b, describe in Part III.
7
For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization provide any non-fixed
payments not described in lines 5 and 6? If "Yes," describe in Part III ............
7
 
No
8
Were any amounts reported in Form 990, Part VII, paid or accured pursuant to a contract that was
subject to the initial contract exception described in Regulations section 53.4958-4(a)(3)? If "Yes," describe
in Part III .............................
8
 
No
9
If "Yes" to line 8, did the organization also follow the rebuttable presumption procedure described in Regulations section 53.4958-6(c)? .........................
9
 
 
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 50053T
Schedule J (Form 990) 2012

Schedule J (Form 990) 2012
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Part II
Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees. Use duplicate copies if additional space is needed.
For each individual whose compensation must be reported in Schedule J, report compensation from the organization on row (i) and from related organizations, described in the
instructions, on row (ii). Do not list any individuals that are not listed on Form 990, Part VII.
Note. The sum of columns (B)(i)-(iii) for each listed individual must equal the total amount of Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, applicable column (D) and (E) amounts for that individual.
(A) Name and Title (B) Breakdown of W-2 and/or 1099-MISC compensation (C) Retirement and other deferred compensation (D) Nontaxable
benefits		 (E) Total of columns
(B)(i)-(D) 		(F) Compensation
reported as deferred
in prior Form 990
(i) Base compensation (ii) Bonus & incentive compensation (iii) Other reportable compensation
(1)M ROBERT MCLANDRESSENDOWED CHAIR CONSERVATION HERITAGE (i)
(ii)		 129,852
0 		0
0 		19,403
0 		0
0 		9,439
0 		158,694
0 		0
0
(2)JOHN CARLSON JRPRESIDENT (i)
(ii)		 187,100
0 		0
0 		27,957
0 		0
0 		0
0 		215,057
0 		0
0
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Schedule J (Form 990) 2012
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Part III
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide the information, explanation, or descriptions required for Part I, lines 1a, 1b, 3, 4a, 4b, 4c, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7, and 8, and for Part II.
Also complete this part for any additional information.
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SCHEDULE M
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Noncash Contributions
Right pointing arrow large imageComplete if the organizations answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 29 or 30.
Right pointing arrow large image Attach to Form 990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
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Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
CALIFORNIA WATERFOWL ASSOCIATION
 
Employer identification number

94-1149574
Part I
Types of Property
(a)
Check if applicable 		(b)
Number of contributions or items contributed 		(c)
Noncash contribution amounts reported on
Form 990, Part VIII, line 1g 		(d)
Method of determining
noncash contribution amounts
1 Art—Works of art ....        
2 Art—Historical treasures .        
3 Art—Fractional interests ..        
4 Books and publications ..      
5 Clothing and household
goods ....... 		     
6 Cars and other vehicles ..        
7 Boats and planes ....        
8 Intellectual property ...        
9 Securities—Publicly traded .        
10 Securities—Closely held stock .        
11 Securities—Partnership, LLC,
or trust interests .... 		       
12 Securities—Miscellaneous ..        
13 Qualified conservation
contribution—Historic
structures ..... 		       
14 Qualified conservation
contribution—Other ... 		       
15 Real estate—Residential .        
16 Real estate—Commercial ..        
17 Real estate—Other ... X 2 4,562,123 MARKET VALUE
18 Collectibles .....        
19 Food inventory ...        
20 Drugs and medical supplies .        
21 Taxidermy ......        
22 Historical artifacts ....        
23 Scientific specimens ..        
24 Archeological artifacts ...        
25 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( LASER EQUIPMENT ) X 2 33,575 COST
26 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( MERCHANDISE FOR RESALE ) X 34 81,857 MARKET VALUE
27 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( HUNT ) X 1 1,875 MARKET VALUE
28 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( SUPPLIES, RICE, PHOTOS ) X 7 5,792 MARKET VALUE
29
Number of Forms 8283 received by the organization during the tax year for contributions
for which the organization completed Form 8283, Part IV, Donee Acknowledgement ...
29
1
Yes
No
30a
During the year, did the organization receive by contribution any property reported in Part I, lines 1-28 that it
must hold for at least three years from the date of the initial contribution, and which is not required to be used
for exempt purposes for the entire holding period? ..................
30a
 
No
b
If "Yes," describe the arrangement in Part II.
31
Does the organization have a gift acceptance policy that requires the review of any non-standard contributions?
31
Yes
 
32a
Does the organization hire or use third parties or related organizations to solicit, process, or sell noncash
contributions? ..........................
32a
 
No
b
If "Yes," describe in Part II.
33
If the organization did not report an amount in column (c) for a type of property for which column (a) is checked,
describe in Part II.
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Schedule M (Form 990) (2012)
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Part II
Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the information required by Part I, lines 30b,
32b, and 33, and whether the organization is reporting in Part I, column (b), the number of contributions, the number of items received, or a combination of both. Also complete this part for any additional information.
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
Explanations of reporting method for number of contributions Schedule M, Part I OTHER: NUMBER OF CONTRIBUTIONS OTHER: NUMBER OF CONTRIBUTIONS OTHER: NUMBER OF CONTRIBUTIONS REAL ESTATE - OTHER: NUMBER OF CONTRIBUTIONS OTHER: NUMBER OF CONTRIBUTIONS
Number of contributions or items contributed. Schedule M, part I, column (b), Line other=LASER EQUIPMENT NUMBER OF CONTRIBUTIONS
Number of contributions or items contributed. Schedule M, part I, column (b), Line other=MERCHANDISE FOR RESALE NUMBER OF CONTRIBUTIONS
Number of contributions or items contributed. Schedule M, part I, column (b), Line other=HUNT NUMBER OF CONTRIBUTIONS
Number of contributions or items contributed. Schedule M, part I, column (b), Line 17 NUMBER OF CONTRIBUTIONS
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SCHEDULE O
(Form 990 or 990-EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ

Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or to provide any additional information.
MediumBullet Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
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Name of the organization
CALIFORNIA WATERFOWL ASSOCIATION
 
Employer identification number

94-1149574
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
Delegate broad authority to a committee Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 1a THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE SHALL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING OFFICERS: CHAIR, VICE CHAIR, TREASURER, SECRETARY, AND THE PRESIDENT IN A NON-VOTING ROLE. IF AN OFFICER HAS SERVED LESS THAN TWO YEARS ON THE BOARD, THE BOARD SHALL ELECT A SENIOR BOARD REPRESENTATIVE TO SERVE AS THE VOTING MEMBER FOR SAID OFFICER ON THIS COMMITTEE UNTIL SAID OFFICER HAS SERVED ON THE BOARD FOR TWO YEARS, AT WHICH TIME SAID OFFICER SHALL HAVE FULL VOTING RIGHTS ON THIS COMMITTEE AND THE SENIOR BOARD REPRESENTATIVE SHALL NO LONGER SERVE ON THIS COMMITTEE. BETWEEN MEETINGS OF THE BOARD, THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MAY EXERCISE EMERGENCY POWERS AND AUTHORITY OF THE BOARD AS NECESSARY IN THE MANAGEMENT OF THE BUSINESS AND AFFAIRS OF THE ASSOCIATION, EXCEPT THOSE POWERS WHICH ARE NOT PERMITTED TO BE DELEGATED BY THE BOARD BY LAW. WITHOUT LIMITING THE GENERALITY OF THE FOREGOING, THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE SHALL NOT AMEND OR REPEAL THESE BYLAWS OR ANY PORTION HEREOF.
Classes of members or stockholders Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 6 THERE ARE THE FOLLOWING CLASSES OF MEMBERSHIP WITHIN THE ASSOCIATION: SPRIG, A PERSON 17 YEARS OLD OR YOUNGER WHO PAYS AN ANNUAL SPRIG FEE; REGULAR, A PERSON WHO PAYS AN ANNUAL REGULAR MEMBER FEE; LIFE, A PERSON WHO PAYS A LIFETIME FEE; AND SUCH OTHER CLASSES AS MAY BE ESTABLISHED BY THE BOARD. QUALIFICATIONS FOR EACH CLASS OF MEMBERSHIP ARE DETERMINED AND CHANGED AS NECESSARY BY THE BOARD. SPECIAL LIFE MEMBERSHIPS MAY BE AWARDED EXCLUSIVELY BY THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ON A CASE-BY-CASE BASIS TO ACKNOWLEDGE INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE MADE AN EXCEPTIONAL CONTRIBUTION IN FURTHERANCE OF THE ASSOCIATION'S MISSION
Members or stockholders electing members of governing body Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7a EACH YEAR, THE GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE SHALL NOMINATE FOUR (4) (IN YEARS WHERE THE PAST CHAIR DIRECTOR IS UP FOR APPOINTMENT) OR FIVE (5) MEMBERS IN GOOD STANDING FOR ELECTION TO THE BOARD AS ELECTED DIRECTORS AT THAT YEAR'S ANNUAL MEETING OF MEMBERS, OR ANY SPECIAL MEETING CALLED FOR SUCH PURPOSE. EACH CANDIDATE SHALL BE REQUIRED TO SIGN THE ASSOCIATION'S CONFIDENTIALITY AND CONFLICT OF INTEREST PLEDGES PRIOR TO BEING NOMINATED FOR A DIRECTORSHIP. THE GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE SHALL SELECT ONE CANDIDATE FOR EACH DIRECTORSHIP TO BE FILLED AT SUCH MEETING. THE GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE SHALL FORWARD A SLATE TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, WHICH SHALL VOTE WHETHER TO APPROVE THE SLATE AND FORWARD IT TO THE MEMBERSHIP FOR A VOTE. MEMBERS IN GOOD STANDING ARE ENTITLED TO PRESENT NAMES OF PROPOSED CANDIDATES FOR CONSIDERATION BY THE GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE, PROVIDED THAT THE NAMES OF SUCH CANDIDATES ARE RECEIVED BY THE SECRETARY OF THE ASSOCIATION NO LATER THAN THREE (3) MONTHS PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT WHICH DIRECTORS ARE TO BE ELECTED. SO LONG AS THE ASSOCIATION HAS MORE THAN 5,000 MEMBERS, MEMBERS REPRESENTING ONE-TWENTIETH PERCENT (.05%) OF THE VOTING POWER (BUT NOT FEWER THAN 100 MEMBERS) MAY NOMINATE CANDIDATES FOR DIRECTOR BY A PETITION SIGNED BY SUCH MEMBERS WITHIN ELEVEN MONTHS BEFORE THE ELECTION, AND DELIVERED TO THE PRESIDENT OR THE SECRETARY OF THE ASSOCIATION ON OR BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE FOR NOMINATIONS. THE CLOSING DATE FOR THESE NOMINATIONS SHALL BE THREE (3) MONTHS BEFORE THE ELECTION. ON TIMELY RECEIPT OF SUCH A PETITION, THE SECRETARY SHALL LIST ANY CANDIDATES SO NOMINATED ON THE BALLOT. AT THE MEMBERSHIP MEETING IN WHICH THE ELECTION OCCURS, NOMINATIONS WILL BE ALLOWED BY MEMBERS FROM THE FLOOR. A PROXY SETTING FORTH THE PERSONS SELECTED BY THE GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE OR NOMINATED BY THE MEMBERS SHALL BE DISTRIBUTED TO EACH MEMBER IN GOOD STANDING, ENTITLED TO VOTE, BY MAIL OR BY PUBLICATION IN THE ASSOCIATION MAGAZINE NOT LESS THAN FIFTEEN (15) DAYS PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT WHICH DIRECTORS ARE TO BE ELECTED AND IN COMPLIANCE WITH PROXY REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN ARTICLE V, SECTION 6. THE BOARD MAY MAKE SUCH ADDITIONAL RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR CONDUCTING THE ELECTION OF DIRECTORS BY MAIL AS MAY BE DESIRABLE AND AS PERMITTED BY THE CALIFORNIA CORPORATIONS CODE IN THE INTEREST OF SECURING A COMPLETE AND ACCURATE VOTE.
Decisions requiring approval by members or stockholders Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7b MEMBERS ELECT THE BOARD THROUGH VOTING FOR THEIR APPROVAL ANNUALLY.
Review of form 990 by governing body Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b ACCOUNTING DEPARTMENT'S STAFF AND THE PRESIDENT OF THE ASSOCIATION REVIEWS FORM 990 AND THE AUDIT COMMITTEE AND THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE ASSOCIATION HAS THE OPPORTUNITY TO REVIEW THE FORM PRIOR TO FILING AS WELL.
Conflict of interest policy Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c DIRECTOR CANDIDATES ARE REQUIRED TO SIGN A CONFLICT OF INTEREST PLEDGE BEFORE THEY ARE ELIGIBLE TO BECOME A DIRECTOR. EACH SUBSEQUENT YEAR THAT THE DIRECTOR SERVES ON THE BOARD, THEY ARE REQUIRED TO RE-SIGN THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST PLEDGE AND SUBMIT THEM TO THE BOARD SECRETARY.
Process used to establish compensation of top management official Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15a ANNUALLY, THE BOARD'S ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE COMMITTEE, WHICH IS A STANDING COMMITTEE THAT REPORTS TO THE BOARD, REVIEWS THE COMPENSATION OF THE PRESIDENT AND CFO. INDUSTRY DATA AND OTHER INFORMATION IS USED AS A COMPARISON AND DETAILS OF THE MEETING ARE NOTED IN THE COMMITTEE MINUTES.
Process used to establish compensation of other officers/key employees Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15b ANNUALLY, THE BOARD'S ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE COMMITTEE, WHICH IS A STANDING COMMITTEE THAT REPORTS TO THE BOARD, REVIEWS THE COMPENSATION OF THE PRESIDENT AND CFO. INDUSTRY DATA AND OTHER INFORMATION IS USED AS A COMPARISON AND DETAILS OF THE MEETING ARE NOTED IN THE COMMITTEE MINUTES.
Governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements available to the public Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 ASSOCIATION ADVERTISES ANNUALLY IN OUR MEMBERSHIP MAGAZINE AND ON OUR WEBSITE THAT WE RECEIVE AN ANNUAL AUDIT CONDUCTED BY AN INDEPENDENT THIRD PARTY. COPIES OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND IRS FORM 990 ARE AVAILABLE ON THE ASSOCIATION'S WEBSITE. COPIES OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OR IRS FORM 990 CAN ALSO BE REQUESTED BY CONTACTING COLBY HEATON AT CHEATON@CALWATERFOWL.ORG.
Number of contributions or items contributed. Schedule M, part I, column (b), Line other=SUPPLIES, RICE, PHOTOS NUMBER OF CONTRIBUTIONS
Number of contributions or items contributed. Schedule M, part I, column (b), Line other=LASER EQUIPMENT NUMBER OF CONTRIBUTIONS
Number of contributions or items contributed. Schedule M, part I, column (b), Line other=MERCHANDISE FOR RESALE NUMBER OF CONTRIBUTIONS
Number of contributions or items contributed. Schedule M, part I, column (b), Line other=HUNT NUMBER OF CONTRIBUTIONS
Number of contributions or items contributed. Schedule M, part I, column (b), Line 17 NUMBER OF CONTRIBUTIONS
Number of contributions or items contributed. Schedule M, part I, column (b), Line other=SUPPLIES, RICE, PHOTOS NUMBER OF CONTRIBUTIONS
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SCHEDULE R
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships
MediumBulletComplete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 33, 34, 35, 36, or 37.
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Name of the organization
CALIFORNIA WATERFOWL ASSOCIATION
 
Employer identification number

94-1149574
Part I
Identification of Disregarded Entities (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 33.)
(a)
Name, address, and EIN (if applicable) of disregarded entity


(b)
Primary activity


 		(c)
Legal domicile (state
or foreign country)

 		(d)
Total income


 		(e)
End-of-year assets


 		(f)
Direct controlling
entity
(1) CWA ADMINISTRATION PROPERTY LLC
1346 BLUE OAKS BLVD
ROSEVILLE,CA95678
 MANAGEMENT OF THE BLUE OAKS PROPERTY CA 0 1,169,889 CWA
 
(2) CWA DENVERTON LLC
1346 BLUE OAKS BLVD
ROSEVILLE,CA95678
 MANAGEMENT OF DENVERTON PROPERTY CA 0 2,181,799 CWA
 
(3) CWA GRIZZLY RANCH LLC
1346 BLUE OAKS BLVD
ROSEVILLE,CA95678
 MANAGEMENT OF GRIZZLY RANCH PROPERTY CA 0 2,892,475 CWA
 






Part II
Identification of Related Tax-Exempt Organizations (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related tax-exempt organizations during the tax year.)
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of related organization


(b)
Primary activity


 		(c)
Legal domicile (state
or foreign country)

 		(d)
Exempt Code section


 		(e)
Public charity status
(if section 501(c)(3))

 		(f)
Direct controlling
entity

 		(g)
Section 512(b)(13) controlled entity?
Yes No












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Schedule R (Form 990) 2012
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Part III
Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Partnership (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a partnership during the tax year.)
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of
related organization



 		(b)
Primary activity




 		(c)
Legal
domicile
(state or foreign
country)


 		(d)
Direct controlling
entity



 		(e)
Predominant income(related, unrelated, excluded from tax under sections 512-514)

(f)
Share of total income




 		(g)
Share of end-of-year
assets



 		(h)
Disproprtionate allocations?




 		(i)
Code V—UBI
amount in box 20 of
Schedule K-1
(Form 1065)
 		(j)
General or
managing
partner?



 		(k)
Percentage
ownership
Yes No Yes No












Part IV
Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Corporation or Trust (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a corporation or trust during the tax year.)
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of
related organization
 		(b)
Primary activity
 		(c)
Legal
domicile
(state or foreign
country)
 		(d)
Direct controlling
entity
 		(e)
Type of entity
(C corp, S corp,
or trust) 		(f)
Share of total income
 		(g)
Share of end-of-year
assets
 		(h)
Percentage
ownership
 		(i)
Section 512(b)(13) controlled entity?
Yes No












Schedule R (Form 990) 2012
Schedule R (Form 990) 2012
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Part V
Transactions With Related Organizations (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 34, 35b, or 36.)
Note. Complete line 1 if any entity is listed in Parts II, III, or IV of this schedule.
Yes
No
1 During the tax year, did the orgranization engage in any of the following transactions with one or more related organizations listed in Parts II-IV?
a Receipt of (i) interest (ii) annuities (iii) royalties or (iv) rent from a controlled entity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1a
 
 
b Gift, grant, or capital contribution to related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1b
 
 
c Gift, grant, or capital contribution from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1c
 
 
d Loans or loan guarantees to or for related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1d
 
 
e Loans or loan guarantees by related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1e
 
 
f Dividends from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1f
 
 
g Sale of assets to related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1g
 
 
h Purchase of assets from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1h
 
 
i Exchange of assets with related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1i
 
 
j Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets to related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1j
 
 
k Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1k
 
 
l Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations for related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1l
 
 
m Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations by related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1m
 
 
n Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, or other assets with related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1n
 
 
o Sharing of paid employees with related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1o
 
 
p Reimbursement paid to related organization(s) for expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1p
 
 
q Reimbursement paid by related organization(s) for expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1q
 
 
r Other transfer of cash or property to related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1r
 
 
s Other transfer of cash or property from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1s
 
 
2
If the answer to any of the above is "Yes," see the instructions for information on who must complete this line, including covered relationships and transaction thresholds.
(a)
Name of other organization 		(b)
Transaction
type (a-s) 		(c)
Amount involved 		(d)
Method of determining amount involved





Schedule R (Form 990) 2012
Schedule R (Form 990) 2012
Page 4
Part VI
Unrelated Organizations Taxable as a Partnership (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 37.)
Provide the following information for each entity taxed as a partnership through which the organization conducted more than five percent of its activities (measured by total assets or gross revenue) that was not a related organization. See instructions regarding exclusion for certain investment partnerships.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of entity 		(b)
Primary activity 		(c)
Legal domicile
(state or foreign
country) 		(d)
Predominant income (related, unrelated, excluded from tax under section 512-514)

(e)
Are all partners
section
501(c)(3)
organizations? 		(f)
Share of total income




 		(g)
Share of
end-of-year
assets 		(h)
Disproprtionate allocations? 		(i)
Code V—UBI
amount in box 20
of Schedule K-1
(Form 1065) 		(j)
General or
managing
partner? 		(k)
Percentage
ownership
Yes No Yes No Yes No






























Schedule R (Form 990) 2012
Schedule R (Form 990) 2012
Page 5
Part VII
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule R (see instructions).
Identifier Return Reference Explanation

Additional Data


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