Field & Game Australia (FGA) in partnership with Wetlands Environmental Taskforce (WET) recently introduced WET Hen Houses to the wetlands in Australia. What started as a small project soon turned into something bigger than ever imagined.

Today, not only are there WET Hen Houses installed by FGA and WET volunteers across Victoria, but several non-members have also purchased and installed them in various wetlands. "It is very exciting to see people from outside our hunter-conservationists community take interest in this project. This is definitely a good news story as FGA members and non-members are coming together for the common cause of increased breeding habitat," said Glenn Falla, Hunting & Conservation Manager for FGA. 

These hen houses are not only one of the most cost-effective ways to increase waterfowl population but is they are also touted to boost nest success by more than 60 percent.

Due to its increasing popularity, we thought we’d share with you a guide on how to make your own hen house. "This project, hopefully, will not just help with increased breeding habitat, but can also be used to educate non-members about the work we do and encourage their participation in these types of projects," added Glenn. 

Click here to download the instruction guide.