Hunting Stories
This classic ID guide, first published nearly six decades ago, is still a go-to resource for waterfowlers
Whether ramshackle or regal, duck blinds represent the hopes and dreams of their builders
Ducks Unlimited and its partners are working to improve waterfowl habitat and hunting access on public lands across the United States
Here’s how to get your significant other to fall in love with waterfowling
With apologies to Thomas Wolfe, you can go home again
This thrilling moment is a float hunter’s ultimate rush
More than 150 people lost their lives in the Armistice Day Storm of 1940, including dozens of waterfowlers who were caught unprepared by the sudden, ferocious blizzard
The lull before the final act serves as a time to prepare
The author reflects on the simple pleasure of plucking a fat duck for the table
The chaos of duck season can force hunters into unusual tactics
The author is reminded that duck season is his foundation
A sense of calm and belonging amidst the chaos of a Saskatchewan goose field
This beautiful, acrobatic species is the symbol of early fall for many hunters
Deep in the big woods, the author discovers an abandoned cabin, a waterfowling paradise, and a familiar sense of coming home
A duck hunter travels to the spiritual home of Ducks Unlimited and uncovers the story of a man who cared as deeply about a small rural community as he did about North America’s waterfowl
Waterfowling produces more than its fair share of oddballs, eccentrics, and nonconformists. Among these common hunting types, you might recognize someone you know, and it just might be you!
A look back at key trends in waterfowling over the past 65 years, and what they might mean for the future of the resource and our hunting traditions
You never forget the day you became a waterfowler
The Sporting Chef shares his favorite regional duck dishes from across the continent
A season spent hunting with vintage gear brings back treasured memories from the author's youth
A special duck evokes memories of a once-in-a-lifetime hunting companion
Some waterfowling hotspots come with a little fishing on the side
The author self-evaluates and revamps his approach for the final weeks of duck season
Patience is a virtue that waterfowlers have learned to accept
Enjoy a Christmas break from the duck blind
South Louisiana's imperiled coastal marshes are at the heart of the region's culture, economy, and cuisine
Forget empty skies, uncooperative birds, or leaky waders. These four stories capture the unforgettable thrill of waterfowling when you're in the right spot, the conditions are perfect, and everything goes according to plan
Every trip to the Land of the Living Skies is special, but then there are occasions when an unbelievable experience makes a lifelong impression
On a freelance hunting adventure in North Dakota, a father and son find themselves at the intersection of waterfowling dreams and reality
A good waterfowl season features plenty of birds in the bag. A perfect season leaves you with memories that last a lifetime
A unique hunt in South Carolina's Lowcountry honors those who defend our freedoms
The author revels in the beginning of hunting season
Fall road trips begin as a glimmer of hope in the author's mind
Even in these uncertain times, we can all look forward to a glorious fall
Those with an obsession with waterfowl are easy to identify
Across the breeding grounds, ducks and geese are getting down to the business of procreation
The following tips can help maintain a level of normalcy, and productivity
Here's how to create an unforgettable hunting experience for beginning waterfowlers
On a quest for a thousand wood duck sunrises, the author explains his obsession with Aix sponsa
This trending sub-gauge leaves a lasting first impression on the author and several flocks of South Texas bluewings
Three fantastic hunts to help plan your next Canadian waterfowling adventure
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
When the weather turns cold, thousands of waterfowl pour into Oklahoma’s northern tier.
In pothole country, there is no grander quarry than King Can
Plan your Manitoba waterfowling adventure now
Kenny Anglin, Owner of Kritter Getter Game Calls
DU's Waterfowling Heritage Center offers an up close look at an amazing collection of guns, gear, and artwork
Hunting facilities and target-shooting events are becoming more user-friendly for outdoorsmen with special needs
The rise and fall of market hunting in America
Photographic tribute to a fantastic hunting meal
Some waterfowlers go to extremes in pursuit of ducks and geese
Trophy redheads and pintails await those who can navigate this estuary's treacherous underwater reef formations
Hunting in the heart of the Duck Factory is always an unforgettable experience
A layout-gunning adventure for diving ducks in southern Ontario
A duck hunting expedition through southern Oregon’s closed-basin lakes
For 100 years, this landmark agreement has been the cornerstone of migratory bird management across North America