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The past ten years have meant a significant change for waterfowlers. The migration of geese and ducks changed and hunters had to adjust. The huge flocks of geese that once flowed into the southern Illinois […]
Public Agencies and private developers looking to make up for unavoidable wetland loss can now turn to the world leader in wetlands restoration, Ducks Unlimited. With the sale of the first credits from the Mt. […]
In a continued run of good luck for waterfowlers, breeding ducks reached a record high in 2015 following several consecutive years of exceptionally wet weather in the Prairie Pothole Region. According to the U.S. Fish […]
Check out the latest Yamaha Outdoor Video Tip. In this Yamaha Tip, lifelong waterfowler Steve Hickoff explains that NOW is the time to start getting ready for the fast approaching water fowl season and offers […]
Early-fall breezes are like high-octane fumes that rev up duck hunters’ engines. Mix in a passion for waterfowling. Excitement over migration reports. Enthusiasm for the way the Dog is working. Is it any wonder that […]
Judging by the title, you might assume that this column is about how to prepare a healthy duck dinner for your family and friends. But, of course, that is wild game chef Scott Leysath’s department. […]
Degrees of Preparation. Preparing for waterfowl season starts now. Late summer will quickly fade into fall, and if you aren’t ready for waterfowl season, you’d better get to work! There’s no sense in going it […]
One of the easiest ways that anyone can support bird habitat conservation is to buy Federal Duck Stamps — one of the most successful conservation tools created to protect habitat for birds and other wildlife. […]
Ducks Unlimited received a $4-million award from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) through the Gulf Coast Conservation Grants Program to support wetland restoration on private lands […]
Ducks Unlimited was recently awarded a $1 million North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) grant for a wetland conservation project on Swan Lake National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) in north-central Missouri. With the help of this […]
One of the most abundant wild rice crops in many years is expected for harvesters and waterfowl hunters throughout northern Minnesota this season. Wild rice plant growth in wetlands and shallow lakes should be abundant […]
Waterfowling Guns: 1. Remington Rolls Out New V3 Autoloader –Remington expanded its shotgun line this year with the release of the brand-new V3 Field Sport autoloader. Available in a 12-gauge waterfowling model chambered for 3-inch […]
When it’s time to take your goose calling to the next level, it’s time to get the call the champions use – a Zink custom call. Two sure winners in the Zink line that feature […]
Ducks Unlimited TV is back with the best waterfowling action on TV. Now you can watch every episode on your television, computer, or mobile device. With so many options, you’ll never have to miss an […]
Die-hard waterfowl hunters must be able to withstand and overcome tough conditions, and nothing has them covered during “fowl” weather like STORMR. Toughing it out during a cold rain
Drier conditions on the prairies demonstrate importance of Boreal Forest habitats. The 2015 Trends in Duck Breeding Populations report released by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) indicates another strong year for waterfowl populations.
One of the most common mistakes amateur retriever trainers make is rushing the learning process. The temptation to get a young dog out in the field as soon as possible can be hard to resist. […]
Ducks Unlimited TV is back for its 19th season on the air, beginning June 29th. This season, viewers can catch all the episodes four times a week on the Pursuit Channel or any time on […]
The reality is that the majority of waterfowl hunters are limited by their own skills with a duck call. The summer months are the perfect time to change that by tweaking techniques and learning the […]
From the Bird Wire:Five have pleaded guilty to combining to take 265 snow geese over the permitted limit. The five people charged with combining to kill 265 snow geese over the permitted limit all have […]
Ducks Unlimited has been awarded five North American Wetlands Conservation Act grants to support its restoration efforts along the Gulf Coast. More than $4.6 million in NAWCA funding will be combined with nearly $10 million […]
Ducks Unlimited has released the second installment in its new series of online films. The new film, “Conservation Class,” joins a group of college students from across the country who come together during Christmas break […]
You’re invited to get a sneak peek of Ducks Unlimited’s Waterfowling Heritage Center inside the new Bass Pro Shops at the Memphis Pyramid. When: Tuesday, April 28, starting at 10 a.m. Where: Bass Pro Shops […]
The last days of the 2014–2015 waterfowl season are now a faint memory, but for duck and goose hunters this is a year-round game, and there’s a mountain of work to be done. This to-do […]
Ducks Unlimited has released the third installment in its new series of online films. “Building a Tradition” visits Eric Dunn and his son, Tucker, to explore their passion for waterfowl hunting and their work to […]
An important study and corresponding conservation planning tool recently released by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) should help officials protect the most important areas along our nation’s coastlines. According to NOAA’s analysis,
DU Films is a new online film series from Ducks Unlimited that captures the essence of what it means to be a waterfowler, exploring the lives and stories of duck hunters across the country. We’ll […]
The 2015 Ducks Unlimited (DU) “Ducks in the Desert” Las Vegas Continental Shoot lit up Las Vegas, and DU is recognizing competitors and event winners. The shoot was held Feb. 12-15, at the Clark County […]
Ducks Unlimited recognized the Louisiana, South Carolina and Ohio state wildlife agencies for 50 years of supporting waterfowl habitat on the Canadian breeding grounds during a ceremony at the North American Wildlife and Natural Resources […]
Thanks to STORMR, there will soon be a generation that can’t begin to grasp the brutal elements sportsmen once had to brave to see dawn break in a duck swamp or when making a long boat […]
Ducks Unlimited announced the winners of the 2015 Wetland Conservation Achievement Awards today during the 80th annual North American Wildlife and Natural Resources Conference, held in Omaha, Neb. DU’s 2015 Wetland Conservation Achievement Awards
Retriever training in the off season. Even though they would never show it, duck dogs need a break following the rigors of waterfowl season. Unfortunately, long breaks can lead to bad mannerisms which may be […]
Reported By WCSH Portland Reported: At least ice fishermen are enjoying this cold weather. A group of friends were ice fishing in Pennsylvania when they made a surprise catch this week. Instead of finding a […]
Ducks Unlimited has launched a new online film series for anyone who is passionate about waterfowl and waterfowl hunting. “DU Films” includes six short films that will premiere on the DU website this spring. Viewers […]
Ducks Unlimited (DU) has teamed up with the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) as an organizational supporter of NSSF’s Project ChildSafe program to help further promote the importance of firearms safety in the sporting community.
Today’s duck guns are marvels of engineering. They are lighter, shorter, and much more versatile than the old lead-shot-era Long Toms our grandfathers used. Modern waterfowl guns cycle a wide assortment of shell sizes and are […]
Good Ideas’ new Dakota 283 Badlands Gun Vault and integrated Kennebec Dog Kennel transitions the hunting enthusiast’s vehicle to “hunt mode” in minutes. The vault and kennel system is a solution for hunters looking to securely store shotguns or rifles, e-collars […]
Some of us have been hunting Canada geese since September and are done now. For others, there’s still plenty of honker hunting left. Here’s where and how to do it. HONKER HOTSPOTS: Check your waterfowl […]
By John Pollmann with DU. The Light Goose Conservation Order (LGCO) is an excellent opportunity to extend the waterfowl season, but pinpointing this fast-paced migration can be a daunting task. Ice, snow, and food supplies […]
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Here are the top 10 money saving resources that will help you get new and used decoys for cheap allowing you to improve your hunting success. Now let’s get started: Online Resources – 1. Craigslist- […]
Today, Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack announced approved grants from the first round of proposals to the new Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). The USA Rice Federation, Ducks Unlimited, Inc. (DU), and more than 40 […]
Late-season waterfowling can present the worst of times and the best of times. Depending on one’s place of residency, this portion of the year can bring plunging temperatures, snow and ice, and winds that slice […]
Hope may spring eternal in the hearts of duck and goose hunters, but enthusiasm often lags during the last few weeks of the season. Waterfowlers are human, after all, and not completely impervious to harsh […]
Today, Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack announced approved grants from the first round of proposals to the new Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). The USA Rice Federation, Ducks Unlimited, Inc. (DU), and more than 40 […]
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Since 1998, hundreds and sometimes thousands of dead eider ducks have been washing up every year on Cape Cod’s beaches in late summer or early fall, but the reasons behind these cyclic die-offs have remained […]
Deep winter offers duck hunters both challenge and opportunity. The late season cuts hunters little slack, but the last few weeks can also provide some of the best shooting of the year. Here is how […]
The Hail Mary in football is that desperate, last-hope long bomb of a pass into the end zone as the seconds tick off the scoreboard clock. In duck hunting, a hail call to a distant flock with […]
Any duck hunter who has been at this great pursuit for any length of time has experienced the exasperation of dealing with hopelessly tangled decoys. Duck hunting is hard work, no doubt about it. Just […]
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