Waterfowl Hunting
Jump-start your season with a simple but challenging hunt for one of America’s favorite ducks
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!
Nine experts reveal their magic formulas for staying out of sight
Hunting on your own is the perfect opportunity to experiment with new equipment and tactics and to focus on what's important to you
Connecting with these colorful aerial acrobats is one of wingshooting's toughest challenges
Here's your preseason game plan for a successful start to waterfowling's main event
Waterfowling success on public land often requires separating yourself from the camo-clad masses
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
Some of us are one-gun hunters; others like to have more options in their waterfowling arsenal
Some waterfowling hotspots come with a little fishing on the side
When you’re hunting spooky late-season birds, the white stuff can be a game-changer
When you’re hunting spooky late-season birds, the white stuff can be a game-changer
Make sure your retriever is healthy and in top condition during the final weeks of the season
South Louisiana's imperiled coastal marshes are at the heart of the region's culture, economy, and cuisine
Four DU biologists, who are also hard-core waterfowlers, share their proven tactics for a successful day in the marsh
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
When does a passion for a particular duck become an obsession? Four fanatical waterfowlers share their stories and species-specific strategies.
Don't miss this year's selection of the latest shotguns, ammo, and gear for waterfowl hunters
This flyway is perhaps the most storied of them all
Thinking about hitting the road next season? Here’s your guide to some of the top waterfowling experiences in North America
How to beat the weather and bag more birds in hard-to-hunt conditions
Like prospectors clamoring for riches during the gold rush, you can find these treasures and more when you head west
From the Canadian Arctic to Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, the diverse landscapes of the Central Flyway provide a variety of options for hunters
Follow these suggestions to experience some of the best that the Atlantic Flyway has to offer
When the freeze is on, small creeks and streams can be the key to late-season success
Fooling late-season ducks and geese often requires creativity, fresh approaches, and a little more work
Here's how to stay warm and comfortable in the blind when the mercury drops
A look at the vital program that is empowering women to embrace their wild side and get outdoors
Follow these 10 rules to make waterfowling on public hunting areas a more enjoyable experience
Access to public-hunting areas is crucial for the future of waterfowl hunting and conservation
Here's how to create an unforgettable hunting experience for beginning waterfowlers
The right kind of movement in your decoy spread can make all the difference
In many states, resident Canada goose seasons provide hunters with high-limit, early-season action
When and where waterfowl migrate is determined largely by day length, weather, and food availability
There's nothing like a September teal hunt to kick off the waterfowl season
Tips from the pros on how to hunt these traditional duck and goose hot spots
As soon as waterfowl season closes, hunters begin preparing for the next one in a variety of ways
Expert advice for hunting this classic southern habitat
Knowing when to call a shot—or not—is often a split-second decision based on years of experience
Here's how to get peak performance from your duck dog in the field
A simple and effective duck blind starts with certain basics
Waterfowl harvest regulations are guided by sound science and a commitment to the stewardship of the resource
A photographic tribute to the spring Light Goose Conservation Order
Five veteran hunters share their advice for evading detection by wary waterfowl
The waterfowling action heats up in early fall across this windswept tip on the Alaska Peninsula
A century of innovation has made the semiauto America's favorite duck gun
If a waterfowling adventure is what you're after, here's your list
This year's winners captured a breathtaking array of waterfowl, wetland, and hunting images from across the country