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One of America's largest & Longest standing Decoy Collectors Associations

Since 1966, NADCA has united collectors, carvers, and enthusiasts who share a passion for preserving America's waterfowl decoy heritage. Join 800+ members represented from all North American Regions.

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Founded 1966 • 800+ Members Nationwide • 60+ Years of Annual Shows • All North American Regions Represented
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NADCA Decoy Carving

North America's Oldest & Largest Decoy Collectors Association

The North American Decoy Collectors Association (NADCA) is the premier community for antique decoy enthusiasts, seasoned collectors, and anyone drawn to the rich tradition of American waterfowl decoy carving. Founded in 1966 by a small group of passionate collectors in Ottawa, Illinois, NADCA has grown into a nationwide network spanning every state and three Canadian provinces.

Our mission is simple: foster the hobby of collecting, seek out and preserve historic decoys, and gather knowledge about the carvers and methods that shaped this uniquely American art form.

Whether you're a lifelong collector with a room full of prized birds or you've just discovered your first antique decoy at a flea market, NADCA is where you belong.

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• Why Join NADCA

Membership Benefits

NADCA membership connects you with the most knowledgeable decoy collecting community in North America. Here's what you get:

Annual Member Directory

Contact information, collecting resources, and networking connections for 800+ fellow collectors

Ongoing Newsletters

Club news, show reports, member profiles, market updates, and collecting insights (3 digital + 1 print)

Free Entry to the Annual Show

North America's largest vintage decoy and sporting collectibles event, featuring room-to-room trading, tabled exhibits, live auctions, and expert seminars

Private Facebook Community

Buy, sell, trade, and discuss with trusted collectors in a members-only group

Collector Resources & Education

Identification guides, carving history, how-to articles, and mentoring for new collectors

Networking & Mentorship

Connect with experienced collectors, auction houses, authors, and master carvers

Membership Options
One Year: $25 | Three Years: $70 | Lifetime: $500
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• The Annual Show

North American Vintage Decoy & Sporting Collectibles Show

The largest decoy and sporting collectibles show in North America. Room-to-room trading (Tues–Thurs) is followed by an exhibit hall dealer show (Fri–Sat), plus a Guyette & Deeter auction (Thurs–Fri).

  • Room-to-Room Trading
  • Guyette & Deeter Auction
  • Exhibit Hall Dealer Show
  • Educational Seminar
  • Decoy & Sporting Collectibles Displays
  • Carving Demonstrations
  • Silent Auctions
  • Free Appraisals
Next Show: April 20–24, 2027 | Westin Chicago Lombard Hotel · Lombard, IL
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Winter 2026 Newsletter

Explore the latest edition featuring collector highlights, historical articles, annual show updates, and stories celebrating the art and heritage of decoy collecting.

New to Decoy Collecting? Start Here

Decoy collecting is one of America's most rewarding hobbies — rooted in history, craftsmanship, and the outdoors. Whether you inherited a few old birds from a family duck blind or you're fascinated by the artistry of hand-carved waterfowl, getting started is easier than you think.

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Your First Steps
  • 01

    Learn the Basics

    Explore our free Collector Resources library with guides on identification, regional styles, and what to look for

  • 02

    Connect with the Community

    Join NADCA to access our member directory, Facebook group, and mentoring from experienced collectors

  • 03

    Attend the Annual Show

    See thousands of decoys in person, learn from experts, and find your next addition at the biggest show in North America

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Preserve America's Decoy Heritage

The tradition of American decoy carving stretches back centuries — a living connection to our sporting heritage, folk art, and the natural world. Your support helps NADCA protect this legacy for the next generation of collectors and enthusiasts.

Every dollar goes toward education programs, collector resources, community building, and our annual show — the centerpiece of the decoy collecting world.

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Join the NADCA Community Today

Ready to connect with fellow collectors, discover rare decoys, and be part of North America's most active decoy collecting community? Membership starts at just $25/year.

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Support Decoy Preservation – Donate to NADCA

Help preserve a uniquely American tradition. Your tax-deductible gift keeps the art, history, and community of decoy collecting alive for generations to come.

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Why Your Support Matters

For over 60 years, the North American Decoy Collectors Association has been the heartbeat of the decoy collecting community. We're an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the heritage of American waterfowl decoy carving — a tradition that dates back centuries and reflects the craftsmanship, ingenuity, and sporting spirit of generations of Americans.

But preservation doesn't happen on its own. It takes resources to educate new collectors, maintain a vibrant community, and host the annual gathering that brings our world together. That's where you come in.

Your donation directly funds the programs and events that keep this tradition thriving. Whether you're a collector, a carver, a history enthusiast, or simply someone who believes in preserving American heritage — your support makes a real difference.

Where Your Donation Goes

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Education & Resources

Fund collector guides, identification resources, historical research, and mentoring programs that introduce new generations to decoy collecting. Your gift helps us publish articles, create how-to content, and connect beginners with experienced collectors.

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The Annual Show

Support North America's largest and longest-running vintage decoy and sporting collectibles show. Donations help cover event logistics, venue costs, seminar programming, carving demonstrations, and educational displays that make each year's show better than the last.

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Community Building

Help us grow and connect our nationwide network of 800+ collectors. Your support funds member communications, the private online community, regional networking efforts, and outreach to underserved areas where collecting interest is growing.

Master carver mentoring

Heritage Preservation

Contribute to efforts that document, catalog, and preserve the history of North American decoy carving. From recording the stories of master carvers to supporting research on regional carving traditions, your donation safeguards knowledge that might otherwise be lost.

• Make Your Gift Today

Choose Your Gift Amount

Every contribution — no matter the size — helps preserve America's decoy heritage.

$25
Supporter

Covers the cost of one new collector resource guide, helping a beginner start their journey.

$50
Advocate

Funds a seminar session at the annual show, putting expert knowledge in front of collectors.

$100
Guardian

Sponsors a carving demonstration or educational display at our annual event.

$250
Patron

Helps underwrite the annual show, ensuring it remains the premier gathering for decoy collectors.

$500+
Heritage Circle

Provides major support for NADCA's mission. Heritage Circle donors receive a personal thank-you from the President and recognition in the annual newsletter.

Custom Amount

Give any amount that's meaningful to you. Every dollar counts.

Make It Monthly

Recurring gifts provide steady, reliable support that helps us plan ahead. Even $10/month adds up to real impact over a year — and you can cancel or change your amount at any time.

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Your Impact in Numbers

  • 60 years of annual shows hosted and counting
  • 800+ active members supported across all North American Regions
  • Dozens of collector resources and guides published
  • Thousands of collectors connected through our events and community
  • 100% volunteer-run — your donation goes directly to programs
"NADCA introduced me to this hobby 35 years ago. Giving back is the least I can do to make sure the next generation gets to experience the same thrill of finding that perfect bird."
Rick Sandstrom | Member Since 1991

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. NADCA is a registered nonprofit organization, and your donation is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. You'll receive a receipt by email for your records, and we're happy to provide additional documentation on request.

Absolutely. When you give online, just choose the monthly option and pick your amount — even $10/month makes a lasting difference. Recurring gifts give us steady, reliable support, and you can change, pause, or cancel your contribution at any time.

Every dollar goes directly toward our programs: educational resources, collector guides, the annual show, community building, and heritage preservation. As an all-volunteer organization, NADCA keeps overhead to a minimum so your gift has the greatest possible impact.

Yes. You're welcome to mail a check made payable to NADCA. Please see our Contact page for the current mailing address, and include your name and email so we can send you a receipt for your records.

Of course. Tribute and memorial gifts are a meaningful way to celebrate a fellow collector, carver, or loved one. Just note the honoree's name when you give, and let us know if you'd like us to send an acknowledgment to a family member or friend.

Definitely. You don't need to be a NADCA member to support our mission — donations are welcome from anyone who cares about preserving America's decoy heritage. And if you'd like to get more involved, membership starts at just $25/year.

Every Gift Preserves a Tradition

The art of decoy carving is woven into the fabric of American history. Help us ensure it's never forgotten. Your generosity today protects this heritage for tomorrow's collectors.

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