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Hunt Like a Girl

It’s no secret that women are the fastest-growing demographic in the hunting community. While the outdoors industry is making strides in creating new products for women and including female “influencers” in their marketing efforts, Shoot Like a Girl (SLG) is going a step further to actively bring more women into the hunting community. In fact, SLG’s sole mission is to empower women to participate in the shooting sports with confidence. Now Beretta USA is partnering with SLG to bring that mission to life via a spinoff program called Hunt Like a Girl.
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"I’ve been hunting my entire life, but it wasn’t until I went on this trip that I realized just how out of place some women feel in the hunting community. Waterfowl hunting in particular can be intimidating due to the technical aspects of shooting, calling, identifying birds, setting decoys, etc. If you don’t grow up immersed in the sport or have the right mentor, there are times when a duck blind can seem like a very unwelcoming place ... Don’t get me wrong. I love hunting with men, but it’s nice to take a break from the 'bro culture' sometimes. My experience at Hunt Like a Girl empowered me to embrace my role as a waterfowler and a mentor, and to champion female involvement in all aspects of the sport. Many of the women who attend events like this find a community of likeminded hunters, which they can relate to and rely on in the future." - Mallori Murphey, DU's social media specialist

Hunt Like a Girl A unique partnership between Beretta USA and Shoot Like a Girl is empowering women in the outdoors industry and bringing first-time female hunters into the sport

Louisiana Diver Duck Hunting!! {Catch Clean Cook} Easy Duck Breast Recipe

Louisiana Diver Duck Hunting!! {Catch Clean Cook} Easy Duck Breast Recipe Subscribe to the Campus Waterfowl YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt-F6oyZAEy8gFMVpLIWV7g/?sub_confirmation=1OFFICIAL WEBSITE: https://camp...

World Wetlands Day: Part of DU’s mission is to raise public awareness about the benefits wetlands provide as waterfowl habitats and as critical natural water filters. Wetlands provide many services to our communities, including flood storage, groundwater recharge, carbon sequestration, enhanced fish habitat, and much more.

“Wetlands conservation is what we do. Ducks Unlimited volunteers, members, sponsors, and supporters have spent the last 86 years restoring or protecting more than 15.5 million acres of habitat in North America. I’m proud to say that every day is World Wetlands Day at Ducks Unlimited.” - DU Chief Conservation Officer Karen Waldrop

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World Wetlands Day

Today is ! Join us in celebrating and protecting these vital habitats. Let's raise awareness and make a difference for generations to come!

World Wetlands Day World Wetlands Day Wetlands habitat Join the cause! Celebrated annually on February 2, World Wetlands Day is a call to action to appreciate, protect and preserve wetlands and the vital impact these ecosystems have on our planet. Let's raise awareness and make a difference for generations to come. Wh...

EP 131 Katie Burke: Ducks Unlimited, Conservation and Duck Duck Goose - Discovery Park of America: Museum and Heritage Park

EP 131 Katie Burke: Ducks Unlimited, Conservation and Duck Duck Goose - Discovery Park of America: Museum and Heritage Park Museum curator Katie Burke was a key member in the development and design of the Ducks Unlimited Waterfowling Heritage Center located in Bass Pro Shops’ superstore in the Memphis Pyramid. […]

News from the Great Lakes/Atlantic Region!

Ducks Unlimited has been approved for its 10th ILF Mitigation project in the northeast. This program expands wetlands near critical watersheds to create more habitat for waterfowl and other wildlife species. Learn more here:

https://www.ducks.org/conservation/glar/new-york/oatka-creek-approved-as-ducks-unlimiteds-10th-in-lieu-fee-mitigation-project

Cooking with Wine

This basic red wine sauce is just that—basic. Feel free to experiment with the addition of balsamic vinegar, garlic, or a sprig of fresh rosemary.

Cooking with Wine In sauces and marinades, wine brings out the distinctive flavors of wild game

DU Podcast: Ep. 467 – Does Moonlight Affect Duck Movements?
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We’ve all heard the stories or experienced it ourselves…bright moonlit nights affecting duck behaviors and making for tough hunting the next day. But what does science tell us about this phenomenon? Do ducks really move more during bright nights and less the next day? Starla Phelps, graduate student at University of Arkansas-Monticello sits down with Dr. Mike Brasher to discuss her recently completed research and share what she learned by marking and tracking over 200 ducks.

Photo: Michael Furtman
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Big Dogs, Little Dogs

There has been a recent trend toward using smaller dogs to retrieve waterfowl. This includes not only smaller breeds, such as Boykin spaniels and English cocker spaniels, but also smaller individuals from more traditional retrieving breeds, such as Labs, goldens, and Chessies.

Big Dogs, Little Dogs Retrievers of all sizes can get the job done, but some are better in certain situations than others

Colorado Front Range Duck Hunt with Campus Waterfowl, part 1 | DUTV

Watch the latest season of DUTV on YouTube! New episodes released weekly.

Out now: DUTV travels to Colorado’s Front Range, joining Derek Christians, DU's coordinator of R3 media and Campus Waterfowl productions, and Colorado State University DU volunteers. The ducks are flying, and the Browning’s are hot on this special episode.

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Colorado Front Range Duck Hunt with Campus Waterfowl, part 1 | DUTV DUTV travels to Colorado’s Front Range, joining Campus Waterfowl videographer and editor Derek Christians and Colorado State University DU volunteers. The du...

For most waterfowl hunters, the hunting season never lasts quite long enough. Just when it seems the ducks are finally plentiful or when you're looking for a bright spot to end the season, it's time to put the guns away for those eight or so long months until the next one opens. But for more than two decades, hunters have found some consolation in federally litigated light goose hunting, which lasts as long as the geese are around. So what made the government step in and throw hunters a bone? The answer is actually a matter of ecosystem conservation.

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Photo Contest

LAST CALL: January 31 is the last day to enter the 2023 DU Magazine Photo Contest!

Have you taken a cool photo in the following categories?
📷 Waterfowl
📷 Retrievers
📷 Waterfowl hunting

Submit them now!

Photo Contest Here's your chance to have an image published in Ducks Unlimited magazine

The Waterfowler’s Calendar

For die-hard hunters who can’t bear to see the season end, here’s a month-by-month guide to enjoying the waterfowling lifestyle year-round.

The Waterfowler’s Calendar For die-hard hunters who can’t bear to see the season end, here’s a month-by-month guide to enjoying the waterfowling lifestyle year-round

The Birth of DU

Our success story is a true Team DU effort. We will not stop working toward our vision of skies filled with waterfowl today, tomorrow, and forever. This singular vision has not changed in eighty-six years.

Learn more about the amazing story of how a small group of waterfowlers changed the course of conservation history.

The Birth of DU The amazing story of how a small group of waterfowlers changed the course of conservation history

Migration Alert: Pacific Northwest Hunters Wrap Up Season on a High Note

We've got your Washington, Idaho, and Oregon update for the coming days and light geese outlook for this spring.

Migration Alert: Pacific Northwest Hunters Wrap Up Season on a High Note Jan. 27, 2023 – Pacific Flyway – Pacific Northwest

Migration Alert: California Hunters Look at Strong Finish Despite Changing Conditions

There has been nothing ordinary about the 2022–2023 waterfowl season in California, unless you enjoy a rapid transition from drought to deluge. We’ve experienced both this time around, which has made hunting difficult for many.

Migration Alert: California Hunters Look at Strong Finish Despite Changing Conditions Jan. 27, 2023 – Pacific Flyway – California

DU celebrates 86 years of conservation

Sunday, January 29, marks the 86th anniversary of Ducks Unlimited!

"Thanks to the passion and steadfast dedication of our more than 1 million volunteers, members and supporters, Ducks Unlimited has produced phenomenal results in 86 years," said Ducks Unlimited President Chuck Smith. "That dedication was evident as 575,000 acres of habitat were protected or restored in Fiscal Year 2022. DU's mission brings us together and delivers results. We're accelerating our efforts to reach 16 million acres in record time."

DU is the world's largest and most effective private, nonprofit waterfowl and wetlands conservation organization. DU delivers its work through partnerships with private individuals, landowners, agencies, scientific communities and other entities.

DU celebrates 86 years of conservation Established in 1937, DU has conserved more than 15 million acres and counting

DU Podcast: Ep. 465 – Are Hybrid Waterfowl Sterile?
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Few things are more exciting for waterfowl hunters than harvesting that once-in-a-lifetime hybrid. Invariably, the feat leads to excited discussion and questions about which two species produced it, how it happened, and of course, whether hybrids are sterile. On this episode, Dr. Mike Brasher asks the expert, Dr. Phil Lavretsky, that most important question… Are hybrid waterfowl sterile?

Photo: Tyler Huettenrauch

The DU National Scholarship Program application process closes on March 1! Let a graduating high school senior know today!
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Shotgunning: The Beretta Story

BERETTA's old-fashioned craftsmanship and cutting-edge technology result in some of the world’s most sought-after shotguns.

Shotgunning: The Beretta Story The legendary Italian gun maker has been producing high-quality fi****ms for nearly 500 years

Big Dogs or Little Dogs? A or B?

Retrievers of all sizes can get the job done, but some are better in certain situations than others. There has been a recent trend toward using smaller dogs to retrieve waterfowl. This includes not only smaller breeds, such as Boykin spaniels and English cocker spaniels, but also smaller individuals from more traditional retrieving breeds, such as Labs, goldens, and Chessies. What's your choice, and why?

Check out this article to see what some of the top retriever trainers in the country have to say.
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Photo A: Ed Wall
Photo B: Will Johnson

Boreal Forest Duck Hunt | DUTV

Watch the latest season of DUTV on YouTube! New episodes released weekly.

Out now: Boreal Forest duck hunting is a sight to behold! Canada’s vast Boreal Forest is home to millions of waterfowl species every spring and summer. DUTV cameras capture incredible hunting action with host Doug Larsen, top DU volunteer Jack Hole, and DU Canada biologist Dr. Scott Stephens.

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Boreal Forest Duck Hunt | DUTV Boreal Forest Duck Hunting is a sight to behold! Canada’s vast Boreal Forest is home to millions of waterfowl species every spring and summer. DUTV cameras c...

Everything Is Better with Butter

This tasty topping will take your next duck dinner to another level.

Everything Is Better with Butter This tasty topping will take your next duck dinner to another level

Waterfowler's World: Sea Duck Essentials

Here are some things to keep in mind if one of these amazing hunts is on your bucket list.

Waterfowler's World: Sea Duck Essentials What you need to know about hunting these magnificent birds

Migration Alert: Louisiana Hunters Finding Mixed Success as Season Nears End

The 2022–2023 Louisiana duck season is in the home stretch. The entire state is open and closes on January 29. The weather since the new year has been the typical roller coaster, from freezing lows to record highs.

The January LDWF aerial waterfowl survey continues to show numbers below the long-term average. The most recent survey totaled just under 2 million ducks across the state. The survey included the southwest, southeast, and Little River Basin (formerly named Catahoula Lake) areas.

Migration Alert: Louisiana Hunters Finding Mixed Success as Season Nears End Jan. 20, 2023 – Mississippi Flyway – Louisiana

Migration Alert: Southeast Hunters Benefit from Cold Weather

As seasons surge to a conclusion, it seems apparent that the southern edge of the Atlantic Flyway benefited from the prolonged wave of frigid air and freezing temperatures that chilled the Mid-Atlantic region over the Christmas holiday.

Migration Alert: Southeast Hunters Benefit from Cold Weather Jan. 20, 2023 – Atlantic Flyway – North Carolina and Florida

News from our Great Lakes/Atlantic Region!

Duck and Broccoli Stir-Fry

If your favorite jeans are feeling a little snug in January, it might be time to forego bacon for broccoli until spring gobbler season rolls around.

Duck and Broccoli Stir-Fry This quick and easy recipe is sure to be a hit with health-conscious hunters

We are excited to announce that Campus Waterfowl, the longtime digital community of collegiate waterfowl hunters, is officially a part of Ducks Unlimited!

DU has always engaged with the next generation of hunters and conservationists through numerous programs. The addition of the Campus Waterfowl program is one more way we can ensure future generations understand the importance of habitat conservation.

Be sure to follow and subscribe to Campus Waterfowl across all social media.

New Gear for the New Year

These handy products will help you get a head start on 2023.

New Gear for the New Year These handy products will help you get a head start on 2023

‎Ducks Unlimited Podcast: Ep. 460 – Drought to Deluge in the Western U.S. on Apple Podcasts

Hunters and habitats in the western US have whipsawed from drought to deluge in recent weeks, as a series of atmospheric rivers have brought extreme rain, snow, and flooding. Dr. Fritz Reid joins Dr. Mike Brasher for an update on the California hunting season and how the storms have affected the outlook on drought and water conditions. While totals are well above seasonal averages, many lakes remain below capacity and additional moisture is needed between now and spring.

‎Ducks Unlimited Podcast: Ep. 460 – Drought to Deluge in the Western U.S. on Apple Podcasts ‎Show Ducks Unlimited Podcast, Ep Ep. 460 – Drought to Deluge in the Western U.S. - Jan 16, 2023

Geese Over Water

Geese are waterfowl, after all, and while they are often pursued on dry fields, they can also be hunted very effectively where it’s wet. Veteran goose hunters know that a solid decoy strategy is key to a successful water hunt. Here, four experts share their go-to spreads for Canadas, specks, brant, and snows.

Geese Over Water Expand your goose-hunting opportunities with these special-specific decoy strategies for lakes, flooded fields, marshes, and ponds

Nebraska Teal Hunt | DUTV

Watch the latest season of DUTV on Youtube! New episodes released weekly.

Out now: Nebraska teal hunting kicks off DUTV's 25th anniversary season. DUTV host Fred Zink joins DU staff and University of Nebraska - Lincoln volunteers for hot early teal action in the Rainwater Basin.

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Nebraska Teal Hunt | DUTV Nebraska teal hunting kicks off DUTV's 25th anniversary season. DUTV host Fred Zink joins DU staff and University of Nebraska - Lincoln volunteers for hot ea...

Cooking with Wine

In sauces and marinades, wine brings out the distinctive flavors of wild game.

Cooking with Wine In sauces and marinades, wine brings out the distinctive flavors of wild game

Migration Alert: Late-Season Conditions Remain Dry in Oklahoma

Winter weather conditions in the northern reaches of the Central Flyway have helped push ducks and geese into Oklahoma, where hunters are battling dry conditions and pressured birds as the waterfowl season enters the home stretch.

Migration Alert: Late-Season Conditions Remain Dry in Oklahoma Jan. 13, 2023 – Central Flyway – Oklahoma