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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September/October 2025

On the cover: Gracing this issue's cover is an animated drake wood duck photographed by Scott Moody.

Contents: Vol. 89, No. 5

Features

The Main Event

Waterfowling's greatest spectacle is about to begin
by Eric Keszler

Answering the Call

Jeff Heidelbauer has given a lifetime of service to DU’s conservation mission and inspired many others to follow the same path
by John Pollmann

Ten Waterfowl Season Goals

Start planning now to make this your best fall ever
by Doug Larsen

Five Strategies for Freelancers

Proven tactics for duck hunters who like to keep their options open
by Will Brantley

Micro-Spreads

When placed strategically, a small number of decoys can achieve big results
by Phil Bourjaily

Twenty Pro Tips for Geese

Take your goose hunting to the next level with this expert advice from outfitters
by Hampton Bourne

Make Ours Bluebills

Life imitates art when waterfowling friends, a flock of lesser scaup, and a special memory converge on a Montana wetland
by Dave Brooks

Contents: In Every Issue

Mixed Bag

The Ultimate Resource for Today's Waterfowlers

Shotgunning: My Duck Guns

After decades of trial and error, these are the shotguns the author hunts with today
by Phil Bourjaily

Waterfowler's Journal: Opening Act

Kick off the season with wood ducks, blue-winged teal, and a whole lot of fun
by Will Brantley

Retrievers: Lessons in the Field

How to take advantage of training opportunities that arise while hunting
by Tom Davis

Gearing Up: Season Starters

This collection of waterfowling gear will help you be prepared for the upcoming season
by Chris Jennings

Cooking: Easy Duck Sausage

These spicy, flavorful links are the perfect entrée for the backyard grilling season
by Jonathan Wilkins

Cupped Wings: The Swamp Goose Lottery

Hit the jackpot once and you’ll be hooked for life
by T. Edward Nickens

Sporting Life: Being There

To reap waterfowling's rewards, you first have to show up
by Greg Hoch

The Mission

Filling the Skies with Waterfowl Today, Tomorrow, and Forever

Understanding Waterfowl: Wood Ducks East to West

A fascinating look at the habitat preferences and behaviors of these remarkably adaptable birds
by J. Brian Davis, PhD, and John M. Eadie, PhD

Conservation: The Duck Fellows

A partnership between DU and the University of Georgia is helping to train a new generation of wetland engineers and scientists
by Nathan Ratchford

Field Reports: Waterfowl Production Outlook

Although wetland conditions have improved in some areas, drought continues to impact the prairies and Boreal Forest
by DU Field Biologists

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