TWS Newsletter Edition 5, July 28, 2025

TWS Newsletter Edition 5, July 28, 2025

BECAUSE HOW WE SPEND OUR TIME MATTERS 

MISSION MINUTE 

At Hook + Gaff, our mission has always been rooted in the idea of Time Well Spent — and for us, that time is most meaningful when it’s spent outdoors.

On World Nature Conservation Day, we’re reminded that the rivers, coastlines, wetlands, and wild spaces we love aren’t guaranteed, they’re gifts that require care, stewardship, and action.

This day isn’t just about raising awareness, it’s about renewing our commitment to the places that shape our lives and the traditions we pass down. From sunrises on the dock to quiet hikes with our kids, nature gives us the moments that matter most.

When we protect the wild, we protect the moments that make life rich.

Time is precious. Spend it wisely.

                                                                                                     - Michael and Gash

TIME FOR INSPIRATION

Because We ALL Can Be Inspired to Spend Our Time Intentionally 

Honoring the Wild, One Wetland at a Time

Today is World Nature Conservation Day — a global call to protect the natural places that give us peace, purpose, and perspective.

At Hook & Gaff, we believe time well spent means getting outside, honoring the traditions that shaped us, and protecting the wild spaces that sustain us. That’s why we’re proud to support and celebrate the work of Ducks Unlimited — the world’s leader in wetlands and waterfowl conservation.

For over 85 years, DU has conserved more than 15 million acres of wetlands, helping ensure that future generations can experience the early mornings in a duck blind, the quiet strength of a flooded timber hole, and the unmistakable sound of wings overhead.

So today, we pause to appreciate every drop of water, every acre of marsh, and every organization working to keep our outdoor heritage alive.

Because time in nature isn’t just well spent, it’s sacred.

LEARN MORE ABOUT DUCKS UNLIMITED'S MISSION

TIME FOR A CHALLENGE 

Because Time Well Spent Starts With One Intentional Choice 

This World Nature Conservation Day, we challenge you to make your minutes count,  not just in how you spend your time, but in what you choose to protect.

Whether it’s a childhood hunting spot, your favorite lake for early morning casts, or a stretch of marsh that feels like home . . . these places deserve our care.

Here’s how you can make a difference this week:

🦆 Join or renew your Ducks Unlimited membership
🌿 Pick up trash on your next outing
💧 Donate to a wetlands restoration project
📸 Share a photo of your favorite wild place and tag @hookandgaff with #TimeWellSpent — we’ll feature a few of our favorites

Because the wild won’t protect itself — it needs all of us.
Let’s spend our time wisely.