September/October 2025
Features
A teacher's passion for duck hunting inspires his students to follow their dreams
Start planning now to make this your best fall ever
Proven tactics for duck hunters who like to keep their options open
by Will BrantleyWhen placed strategically, a small number of decoys can achieve big results
by Phil BourjailyFooling late-season ducks and geese often requires creativity, fresh approaches, and a little more work
Life imitates art when waterfowling friends, a flock of lesser scaup, and a special memory converge on a Montana wetland
Mixed Bag
After decades of trial and error, these are the shotguns the author hunts with today
by Phil BourjailyHow to take advantage of training opportunities that arise while hunting
by Tom DavisHit the jackpot once and you’ll be hooked for life
by T. Edward NickensKick off the season with wood ducks, blue-winged teal, and a whole lot of fun
by Will BrantleyThis collection of waterfowling gear will help you be prepared for the upcoming season
by Chris JenningsThese spicy, flavorful links are the perfect entrée for the backyard grilling season
To reap waterfowling's rewards, you first have to show up
The Mission
A partnership between DU and the University of Georgia is helping to train a new generation of wetland engineers and scientists
A fascinating look at the habitat preferences and behaviors of these remarkably adaptable birds
Although wetland conditions have improved in some areas, drought continues to impact the prairies and Boreal Forest
