The Ultimate Waterfowlers Challenge
Platinum Membership
Price: $499
(Shipping & handling included for your Platinum Plaque, Certified Master & Master Elite Coins.)
(Species submissions are $10 per bird for official certification and recording.)
Includes: Membership Packet, Platinum Plaque, Certified Master & Certified Master Elite Coins, your first UWC Challenge Coin (#1 – The Mallard), Official UWC Jersey, Team UWC Hat, Insulated Cup, $100 in UWC Duck Bucks, and a personalized Platinum Profile Page.
The UWC Platinum Membership represents the ultimate level of commitment, recognition, and reward for serious waterfowlers. Every detail—from your personalized online profile to your custom progressive display plaque—has been designed to celebrate your achievements and elevate your experience within The Ultimate Waterfowlers Challenge.
CORE MEMBERSHIP ITEMS
Official UWC Platinum Membership Plaque
The moment you join as a Platinum Member, you’ll receive your exclusive UWC Platinum Membership Plaque—no waiting until you’ve completed 15 species! This stunning, display-ready plaque marks the official start of your journey toward the North American Waterfowl Grand Slam.
Beautifully crafted and designed to showcase your achievements, the Platinum Plaque features two reserved positions for your Certified Master Hunter (15 Species) and Certified Master Elite Hunter (30 Species) Challenge Coins—ready and waiting for the day you earn them.
The Platinum Plaque also features your name and official UWC Membership ID, making it a personalized statement piece that honors your status as one of the most dedicated waterfowlers in North America.
It’s both a symbol of commitment and a centerpiece of pride that celebrates your pursuit of waterfowling excellence.
Your Custom Platinum Member Profile Page
The Platinum Membership begins with your own personalized UWC Platinum Profile Page—a dynamic, visually stunning online hub that tracks and celebrates your progress in The Ultimate Waterfowlers Challenge.
This all-new system is a major upgrade from past profiles. Every Platinum Member receives a custom web page built just for them upon joining. Your personal dashboard features all 41 Official UWC Challenge Coins, which start in black and white. As you submit, verify, and complete each certified species, your coins transform into full color, creating a vibrant visual record of your achievements in real time.
No more wondering where you stand in The Challenge—your progress, milestones, and accomplishments are showcased with pride. Each profile begins with two photos upon joining, and more are added as you reach higher levels in the Challenge. Your profile also tracks your International Challenge progress, making it the most complete and interactive UWC system ever created.
To personalize your profile even further, Team UWC will send you a short member questionnaire upon joining, featuring fun and insightful waterfowl-hunting questions—like “What’s your favorite brand of waterfowl ammunition?” and “What is your dream waterfowl trip?”
Certified Master Challenge Coin
Awarded when you successfully harvest and register 15 official UWC species, this premium coin represents the first major milestone on your path to the North American Grand Slam. Precision-struck in high-relief detail, it embodies the dedication, skill, and passion it takes to reach Master status.
As a Platinum Member, you’ll receive this coin when you reach the 15 species milestone.
Certified Master Elite Challenge Coin
Reserved for the elite few who have completed 30 certified species, this coin stands as one of the most respected honors in all of waterfowling. Hand-finished in metallic tones and featuring the UWC crest, it celebrates not just your achievements, but your commitment to The Challenge.
Your Platinum Plaque includes a dedicated position for this coin, symbolizing your commitment to one day earning the ultimate recognition among UWC hunters.
Official “41” Laminated Poster
Are you ready to take on the Ultimate Waterfowlers Challenge?
Introducing the Official UWC North American Waterfowl Species Poster — now redesigned with our brand-new, one-of-a-kind Challenge Coin artwork for each species!
🗺️ Size: 19″ x 27″
💪 Durability: Laminated for long-lasting use
🎯 Purpose: Track your waterfowl hunting accomplishments across all 41 species in North America
Official UWC Challenge Coin #1 – The Mallard
Your Platinum Membership begins with Coin #1 of 41 – The Mallard, the most iconic species in North American waterfowling. This coin represents the official start of your personal collection—the first step toward completing all 41 certified UWC species.
Every future coin you earn will build upon this foundation—each one a story, a hunt, and a memory that defines your journey through the Ultimate Waterfowlers Challenge.
$100 in UWC Duck Bucks
Every Platinum Member receives $100 in UWC Duck Bucks, a special reward currency redeemable toward any UWC Adventures trip—whether you’re booking an Alaskan sea duck hunt, a high-volume Argentina shoot, or any of our other premium hunting destinations.
UWC Duck Bucks are our way of giving back to loyal members and helping you turn your next dream hunt into reality. They can be used just like cash when you book directly through UWC Adventures, adding instant value to your Platinum Membership.
Personalized Membership Card
Your exclusive Platinum Member Card is your proof of elite status within the Ultimate Waterfowlers Challenge community. Customized with your name and official UWC Membership ID number, it’s more than identification—it’s recognition of your commitment to ethical hunting, conservation, and the pursuit of the 41.
Use it for future member perks, hunts, and exclusive benefits reserved only for UWC Members.
APPAREL & GEAR
Official UWC Jersey
Show your pride in the Ultimate Waterfowlers Challenge wherever you hunt, travel, or represent Team UWC. Each Platinum Member receives the Official UWC Jersey—a premium, athletic-cut performance shirt designed for both comfort in the blind and style in the lodge. Featuring the distinctive UWC logos. it’s a symbol of achievement and belonging among the most dedicated waterfowlers in North America.
Team UWC Richardson 112 Hat
Every Platinum Member receives an officially branded Team UWC Richardson 112 Hat—the same iconic style worn by the UWC crew in the field and on the road.
Built for comfort and durability, this classic mid-profile trucker hat features the embroidered Team UWC logo, breathable mesh back, and adjustable snap closure. Whether you’re scouting, traveling, or representing UWC at events, this hat instantly marks you as part of Team UWC.
Official 20 oz UWC Insulated Cup
Stay hydrated in style with your Official 20 oz UWC Cup, designed to keep cold drinks ice-cold and hot drinks piping hot for hours. Featuring the laser-engraved UWC logo, this premium insulated tumbler combines everyday functionality with rugged field performance.
Whether you’re in the blind, on the boat, or at home planning your next hunt, this cup lets you show your UWC pride wherever you go. Built tough, it’s the perfect companion for every adventure.
Two UWC Adventures Luggage Tags
Travel like a pro with a pair of durable UWC Adventures Luggage Tags, representing the official booking and travel division of the Ultimate Waterfowlers Challenge. Whether you’re heading to Alaska, Argentina, Mexico, New Zealand, or any of our many world-wide destinations, your gear will stand out as part of the UWC Adventures network of elite hunters.
Two 7-Inch UWC Vinyl Stickers
Mark your gear, gun case, cooler, or truck window with pride. Your membership includes two 6-inch premium vinyl UWC Stickers, featuring the iconic UWC silhouette logo. Weather-resistant and long-lasting, they let everyone know you’re part of the movement pursuing the North American Waterfowl Grand Slam.
THE PINNACLE OF THE CHALLENGE!
The King Eider Trophy
The ultimate reward in the Ultimate Waterfowlers Challenge is achieving what few hunters in history ever have—completing all 41 Official Certified UWC Species.
When you reach this monumental milestone, you’ll be presented with the greatest honor in the waterfowl hunting world: a Custom, Personalized King Eider Trophy.
This one-of-a-kind award features a hand-carved King Eider decoy, created by an award-winning carving team, mounted on a handsome custom base engraved with your name and accomplishment.
It stands as the crown jewel of the UWC experience—a timeless symbol of your dedication, your adventures, and your mastery of the pursuit that defines The Ultimate Waterfowlers Challenge.