Federal Duck Stamp went on sale this week ~ Prized by hunters, conservationists and stamp collectors alike ~ It's great history, beautiful art and one of America's finest conservation initiatives ~ And this year's stamp artist hails from Western New York!

The Federal Duck Stamp went on sale this week -- an annual event that's highly anticipated by hunters, conservationists and stamp collectors alike in New York State and across the nation.

Now in its 82nd year, the Federal Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp represents one of America's finest and most successful conservation efforts.

And this year's stamp artist -- a highly competitive and prestigious honor -- is Jennifer Miller from Olean, New York. Congratulations Jennifer!

It's great history, beautiful art and all for an enormously important conservation cause.

Read details from the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service and view more of this year's stamp featuring a pair of ruddy ducks HERE.