DU Magazine

The DU Magazine is a bi-monthly magazine that provides in-depth articles on a variety of topics related to waterfowl, wetlands, conservation, and outdoor recreation. The magazine also features stunning photography that showcases the beauty of waterfowl and their habitats. Each issue of the DU Magazine includes updates on the latest conservation efforts and issues affecting waterfowl and wetlands, as well as profiles of people who are making a difference in the world of conservation. The magazine is a must have for anyone who is passionate about waterfowl and the outdoors.

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May/June 2023

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On the Cover: Professional photographer Katie Behnke captured this striking portrait of her 10-year-old male Lab, Wildrose Black Ice.


Contents: Vol. 87, No. 3

Features

Can We Save the Great Salt Lake?

On a waterfowling trip to Utah’s famous inland sea, the author gets a firsthand look at the crisis facing one of the most important wetland ecosystems in the arid West
by T. Edward Nickens

How to Talk to Your Retriever

Effective communication is the foundation of a retriever training
by Eric Keszler

Waterfowling's Canine Cast of Characters

Our retrievers come in many shapes and sizes, with varying talents, abilities, and personality quirks
by Doug Larsen

DU Member Photo Contest

These remarkable images took top honors among another impressive pool of entries
by Chris Jennings


Contents: In Every Issue

Mixed Bag

The Ultimate Resource for Today's Waterfowlers

Shotgunning: Double Guns for Ducks and Geese

Some modern over/unders and side-by-sides are made with waterfowlers in mind
by Phil Bourjaily

Waterfowler's World: Feathers for Flies

Many waterfowlers are sitting on a gold mine of fly-tying materials
by Bill Buckley

Retrievers: The Road to Recovery

After a serious injury or illness, your retriever needs a solid rehabilitation plan
by Tom Davis

Gearing Up: Dog Goods for Good Dogs

The latest products for your four-legged companion
by Chris Jennings

Cooking: Perfect Grilled Duck

The magic ingredient in this simple recipe is homemade barbecue sauce
by Scott Leysath

Cupped Wings: Breathing Life into Wood

Making a duck call by hand is a unique combination of art and science
by T. Edward Nickens

The Mission

Filling the Skies with Waterfowl Today, Tomorrow, and Forever

Understanding Waterfowl: Rebirth of Delta Marsh

By excluding invasive carp, DU Canada and its partners are restoring this legendary waterfowl staging area to its former glory
by Lauren Bortolotti, PhD, and Paige Kowal, MS

Conservation: State Success Stories

Public policy at the state level provides crucial support for DU’s mission
by Jennifer Boudart

Field Reports: Early-Spring Habitat Outlook

An overview of wetland conditions across key waterfowl breeding areas
by DU Field Biologists 


 

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