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A multi-state effort follows Lesser Canada and Taverner’s cackling geese across the Pacific Flyway

New partnership will help support farmers and ranchers enhance the state's landscape for future generations

Senate Confirms MacGregor to return to DOI leadership

There is no limit to what a hunter will do to recover a lost duck call

This decades-old recipe converted a future chef from waterfowl skeptic to waterfowl connoisseur

A look back at one of the giants of waterfowl conservation

Southwire’s investment directly supports DU’s ongoing efforts to restore and protect vital wetland ecosystems that are essential to wildlife habitat, water quality, and storm protection for coastal communities.

New $500,000 commitment is the latest investment from Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Outdoor Fund

Tips for staying concealed in areas with little to no cover

Sens. Wyden and Crapo introduce Northwest Wetlands VIP Act

An overview of wetland conditions in key waterfowl breeding and migration areas

A closer look at the ecology and population status of blue-winged teal

Find the gear that will get even the most hard-core duck hunters through the summer

Make your retriever training as close to the real thing as possible

These versatile and affordable shotgun shells can be an effective option for many waterfowlers

For all they mean to us, in the marsh and in the home, we owe our retrievers a few words of gratitude

Overlooked tips that will set you ahead for next season

This year’s winning images celebrate the wonders of wetlands and our waterfowling traditions

Grant established to support ag producers, ranchers interested in restoring grasslands

More than 40 Members of Congress attend DU’s annual Washington, DC dinner

One of the coolest ways to elevate your hunting experience is to spend a morning hunting over decoys that you made with your own hands

The following products will help your dog reach his full potential in the field

DU and its partners are working to secure a brighter future for this unique, nonmigratory waterfowl species

If you hunt waterfowl and upland birds, one of the versatile breeds might be the perfect choice for you

It’s a long journey, but this road map will help you reach your destination

Conservation partner, Phillips 66, has renewed its commitment to Ducks Unlimited with a $650,000 grant to support wetland enhancement projects in Colorado, Texas, Louisiana, Illinois, and New Jersey.

Drained a century ago, Butler Lake is now a thriving 66-acre shallow lake

Record snowpack and coordinated efforts create ideal habitat conditions for waterfowl

The State of the Birds 2025 report reveals continued widespread declines in American bird populations across all mainland and marine habitats

Helping Projects Meet Permit Requirements While Restoring Bay Area Wetlands

Since 2011, DU and USFWS have partnered to restore one of Michigan’s largest wetland complexes

This collaboration has the potential to direct over $6 million to critical wildlife habitats through 2029.

The event will unite industry leaders, exhibitors and conservationists for a premier showcase of outdoor traditions and innovation.

Richland Creek Wildlife Management Area Projects Improve the Trinity River.

Major Sponsor Spotlight: Richie Prager

Through a renewed partnership with Western Spirits, Bird Dog Whiskey and Ducks Unlimited are raising a glass to conservation, ensuring that future generations can continue to enjoy the great outdoors

Volunteers and Landowners Team Up to Give Veterans a Memorable Day in the Blind

“The Capitol Evening of Conservation Dinner was an incredible success. It was an honor to bring together Oklahoma’s policymakers and Ducks Unlimited’s senior leadership to celebrate our shared commitment to conservation," said Jared Cullison, Oklahoma State Chairman. Events like this strengthen the partnerships that ensure the future of our state’s wetlands, wildlife, and outdoor heritage.”

DU Volunteers and Staff Meet with Legislators to Advocate for Increased Funding for Wetland and Waterfowl Habitat Protection

Over the next two years, this funding will impact water quality and reestablish wetland habitat

After decades of conservation leadership, Jim Kennedy is determined to stretch the boundaries of what is possible in the ongoing fight to safeguard North America’s wetlands and waterfowl

In the swamps and salt marshes of Louisiana’s Lafourche Parish, Ducks Unlimited supporter Jett Brunet finds inspiration in the waterfowl and wetlands that shaped his passion for art, hunting, and conservation

DU has received more than $5.5 million in matching value from TILT, helping protect over 12,000 acres in the St. Lawrence River Valley

Mitigation credits will address landscape-level restoration projects

DU member, volunteer and DU magazine contributor John Pollmann and the South Dakota staff compiled a collection of updates and reflections on work in the Mount Rushmore State.

The hunt for harlequin ducks in Kodiak’s punishing waters proves why Weatherby's SORIX shotgun is built for extremes

Lacassine NWR is a historic refuge in southwest Louisiana (established in 1937) and includes an 830-acre impoundment called Unit B, an excellent habitat for migratory birds. Unit B is a waterfowl impoundment open to duck hunting for youths and seniors. It also includes a walking trail and observation tower for birding.

A transformative conservation effort is set to enhance waterfowl habitats across 700 acres in the Lower Mississippi Alluvial Valley (LMAV), thanks to a $1 million investment supported by the Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund (MOSTF).