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2025 State of the Birds Report Calls for Urgent Conservation Action

DU annually celebrates individuals championing North American wetland and waterfowl conservation.

On the high plains of northeastern Montana, Ducks Unlimited and a scrappy group of pragmatists are working to help farmers and ranchers stay in business while conserving some of the continent’s most important wildlife habitats

Turn ground snow goose fillets into flavorful, protein-packed snacks with this easy recipe—perfect for enjoying during the off-season

Improve your calling and bring more ducks and geese to your spread this fall with these four tips

Ducks Unlimited celebrates the ACE Reauthorization Act, signed into law in January 2025 after unanimous Senate and House approval, securing key conservation programs

An overview of recent landscape conditions in key areas for waterfowl

Watching a novice waterfowler thrill to the sight of birds dropping into the decoys can be as rewarding as shooting a limit of your own

Making training sessions fun will help unlock your retriever's true potential

Try this wild take on a classic recipe

With the right company, you can learn a lot about ducks—and life—simply by taking a drive

Seasonally flooded bottomland hardwood forests provide abundant food resources for migrating and wintering ducks

Ducks Unlimited leads groundbreaking salt marsh restoration project in Maine

Waterfowling in Argentina can be easier and less expensive than you think

Students contribute to vital salmon research by releasing fry into the Sacramento River as part of a local conservation effort

DU leaders, volunteers and students advocate for conservation policies in Washington, DC

For more than 50 years, the Waterfowl Festival in Easton, Maryland, has celebrated the Chesapeake Bay’s unique culture while raising money for conservation

When world-class waterfowl hunting and fishing destinations collide, the opportunities for adventure are endless

DU volunteers describe how they became frontline advocates for wetlands and waterfowl conservation and how you can join them

Simple tips for planning a waterfowling trip

Essential equipment for waterfowlers on the go

An expert guide to waterfowling the Prairie Pothole Region from opening day to freeze-up

With ample public lands, hunter-friendly accommodations, and a proven track record as the top duck-producing state, North Dakota is a premier destination for waterfowl hunting

DU Accelerates Efforts to Restore Utah’s Vital Wetland Ecosystem

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife project leader has helped conserve nearly 23,000 acres over a 37-year career

Renowned conservationist and outdoorsman Will Primos partners with the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation, Ducks Unlimited, National Wild Turkey Federation, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, and Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever to bring awareness to what conservation is and the role sportsmen and women play through the ‘Truth About Conservation.’

Together, the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation and Ducks Unlimited support a more resilient and sustainable future in Montana. The Soil Health Program addresses conservation needs, equipping producers with the tools and knowledge they need for future generations.

Ducks Unlimited and the SITKA Ecosystem Grants Program have joined forces to address the ecological degradation of Washington’s Columbia Basin

Brooke Rollins will serve as 33rd Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture

Mark your calendars for March 28th & 29th, 2025, and join us in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, at the Stoney Creek Hotel & Convention Center for an unforgettable two-day celebration!

Ozarka® Spring Water Spearheads a $200K donation Match Effort, along with Energy Transfer, to Restore 160 Acres of Texas Wetlands.

Awards are given annually by the DU Conservation Programs Committee

Chris Wright will serve as the 17th U.S. Secretary of Energy

Teams competed in this conservation-focused challenge, designed to manage the growing snow goose population while promoting ethical hunting and responsible harvest practices.

The breach is reconnecting nearly 14,000 acres of wetlands at Agency Barnes in Oregon

As a DU Legacy Sponsor, KCF committed to the Southern Prairies and Playas Initiative, later adding three gifts for Texas’s Gulf Coast Initiative and J.D. Murphree WMA

Wetlands continue being lost three times faster than forests

U.S. Senate confirms former North Dakota Governor as 55th Secretary of the Department of Interior

Lee Zeldin will serve as 17th Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency

Get ready for an unforgettable day in the great outdoors! Mack’s Prairie Wings and Ducks Unlimited are teaming up to host the World Championship Snow Goose Hunt Competition.

Jan. 29, 2025 – Mississippi Flyway – Great Lakes Region Wrap Up

Since its founding in 1937, DU has protected or restored more than 19 million acres and counting

Jan. 24, 2025 – Central Flyway – Central Flyway Update

Jan. 24, 2025 – Pacific Flyway – Washington, Oregon, and Idaho

Ducks Unlimited supports youth shooting programs at schools and clubs through its Team Resource Assistance Program (T.R.A.P.)

Information provided by hunters who report the harvest of banded birds is crucial to waterfowl conservation and management

Jan. 17, 2025 – Mississippi Flyway – Arkansas