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Delta Waterfowl Renews Fiocchi as a Champion of De...

3/14/2025

Fiocchi backs Delta’s Breeding Habitat Conditions Updates, keeping waterfowl hunters informed on factors impacting duck production potential each spring

Delta Waterfowl and Partners Push for Crucial Farm...

3/13/2025

The Voluntary Public Access Improvement Act aims to increase public access to private lands, supporting hunting opportunities, wildlife habitat improvement

Purchase Tickets to Delta Waterfowl’s Duck Hunters...

3/7/2025

Presented by Federal Premium Ammunition, attendees can shop and interact with top names in waterfowl, enjoy hearing from expert guest speakers, and more

Delta Waterfowl’s Spring Issue Goes ‘Chasing Canva...

2/27/2025

Want more canvasbacks? Of course you do! But how do we measure “more” as it relates to duckling survival? Delta’s science team is striving to answer that

Delta Waterfowl Welcomes Jason T. Douglas as Assoc...

2/19/2025

Douglas will focus on strengthening donor relationships and leading Chairman’s Circle giving in Texas to advance Delta’s conservation efforts

Delta Collaborates on Priority Items for Transitio...

2/14/2025

Vigorous Duck Production, HunteR3, and other Delta-supported efforts continue across the United States and Canada

Secor Decoy Auction to Benefit Delta Waterfowl

2/4/2025

The second group of decoys from the late George Secor’s prized collection is being auctioned Feb. 21-22 to benefit Delta Waterfowl’s conservation programs.

Secor Decoy Collection Raises $240,000 for Delta

2/4/2025

A lifelong waterfowler who grew up hunting the Erie Marsh in Ohio, Secor died Jan. 15. Throughout his life, he demonstrated a proud history of giving back

Delta Welcomes New Regional Director for Alabama

1/23/2025

Chris Spencer will support Delta’s volunteers in Alabama with fundraising events, recruitment, and the development of new chapters to further the...

Delta Chapter Making Waves in the Waterfowling Com...

1/23/2025

The East Bay Chapter of Delta Waterfowl—located near San Francisco, California—is not just improving their local community, they’re transforming it

Delta Waterfowl Expands Hen House Program to Produ...

1/21/2025

The Duck Hunters Organization plans to add 2,100 nest structures this winter in key breeding areas

Delta’s John Devney Named 2025 Chairman of the Ame...

1/21/2025

AWCP is the nation’s leading coalition of sporting-conservation organizations working to advance the interests of sportsmen and women

Delta Waterfowl Expands Hen House Program to Produ...

1/21/2025

The Duck Hunters Organization plans to add 2,100 nest structures this winter in key breeding areas

In Passing: Jenkins Built Conservation Partnership...

1/16/2025

George Crawford Jenkins, an agrologist who played an important role in expanding Delta’s impact on waterfowl and wetland conservation in the early 1990s...

USFWS and State of Alaska to Close Hunting of Empe...

1/15/2025

Federal regulations reopened hunting of the species in 2017, but a decline in population signals closure per the current management plan

Waterfowl Breeding Habitat Conditions Map

1/1/2025

The waterfowl breeding season may seem far away, but the trajectories of core nesting habitats in mid- and late winter offer an early window

Legislative Study Committee Recommends Sandhill Cr...

12/20/2024

Wisconsinite Paul Wait of Delta Waterfowl served on 12-member panel to examine management options and craft legislation to establish a hunt

Delta Makes Positive Strides Towards SWIP in Alber...

12/19/2024

Delta’s Shallow Wetlands Incentive Program (SWIP) works with farmers to conserve small and shallow wetlands imbedded in cropped fields, which are most...

In Passing: A Respected Voice for Rural Life

12/13/2024

Robert Sopuck cherished hunting, fishing, conservation, and farming

Delta Waterfowl Disappointed in Gov. Newsom’s Veto...

10/2/2024

AB 828 would have improved access to groundwater for managing wetland habitat in California

Manitoba’s Shallow Wetlands Incentive Program a Su...

9/24/2024

Delta Waterfowl-inspired habitat conservation initiative aims to keep at-risk wetlands producing ducks throughout prairie Canada

The 2024 Delta Waterfowl Science Forum: A Collabor...

9/18/2024

Experts and future biologists are united to advance waterfowl research and conservation across North America

The Expansion of Sunday Gun Hunting Opportunities ...

9/17/2024

Delta Waterfowl’s efforts to expand Sunday (gun) hunting across Canada, including in southern Ontario, have been an incredible success story of advocacy...

Delta Waterfowl Celebrates Signing of Critical Bil...

8/27/2024

Going into effect on Jan. 1, 2025, SB1226 protects hunters’ rights to use navigable waters in line with the California Constitution

CDC Simplifies New Requirements for Importing Dogs...

7/24/2024

Though requiring fewer documents, the regulations still require hunters traveling with dogs to take additional actions over previous seasons

Annual Breeding Waterfowl Population Survey Estima...

7/24/2024

Mallards, wigeon, green-winged teal, and scaup post increases; Pintail bag limit for 2025-2026 season will increase to 3 daily in all flyways

Delta Waterfowl Appoints George Freeman Chairman o...

6/27/2024

George C. Freeman III of Richmond, Virginia, will become Delta Waterfowl’s new chairman of the board on July 1.

Muscle Cramps In Our Canines

3/8/2024

Yes, our dogs can experience muscle cramps and for many of the same reasons we do.

Delta Waterfowl’s University Hunting Program Deliv...

3/4/2024

Many of today’s wildlife management students don’t come from families with hunting backgrounds; Delta’s UHP bridges the gap to encourage informed...

Bouncing Back from Retrieving's Rigors

3/1/2024

Care before and after exercise speeds muscle recovery

What Is Delta Predator Management?

2/1/2024

Backed by more than three decades of carefully collected and analyzed data

Delta Waterfowl Working to Expand Successful Shall...

11/22/2023

Habitat conservation initiative aims to work with farmers to keep at-risk wetlands producing ducks in Canada

Three Waterfowl Species Subject to be Renamed

11/13/2023

North American birds that were named after people will be given new monikers

The Zen of Wingshooting

9/14/2023

All live in the moment when ducks are over decoys

Delta Waterfowl Celebrates a ‘Big Win’ for Hunting...

9/5/2023

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service reinstates waterfowl hunting at a popular National Wildlife Refuge

Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders to Kick Off D...

7/26/2023

The governor will welcome all to Delta’s 2nd annual celebration of ducks and duck hunting

Delta Waterfowl Duck Hunters EXPO Starts This Frid...

7/25/2023

This Friday—Will You Be There? Excitement multiplies as The Duck Hunters Organization’s weekend of waterfowling festivities takes over Little Rock, AR

California Drought Washed Away

6/6/2023

Plentiful precipitation should have Golden State duck hunters smiling

Delta Waterfowl Duck Hunters EXPO to Showcase Deco...

5/23/2023

Featured duck decoy makers Pat Gregory and Rick Pierce will share tips and techniques

Delta Waterfowl’s University Hunting Program is Fl...

5/11/2023

Delta’s University Hunting Program, which had its genesis at Louisiana State University in the late-1990s when Dr. Frank Rohwer organized hunts for his

Delta Waterfowl Applauds Signing of Maryland’s His...

5/9/2023

The new law promises major investments in waterfowl conservation and enhanced access to quality hunting

Delta Waterfowl Applauds Florida’s Passage of Cons...

5/2/2023

After passing both chambers of the legislature, voters in Florida will have the final word on the proposal to add constitutional protections for hunting an

Why Are Ducks Thriving … as Other Birds Decline?

5/1/2023

Three words: investments by hunters

Delta Waterfowl Expands Predator Management Progra...

3/17/2023

The Duck Hunters Organization begins field work in advance of nesting season

Delta Waterfowl Duck Hunters EXPO to Host First-Ev...

3/15/2023

Delta Waterfowl teams up with the World’s Championship Callmakers Contest to showcase at North America’s largest event dedicated to the duck hunter

Delta Waterfowl Opposes Oregon’s Anti-hunting Ball...

11/1/2022

The Duck Hunters Organization urges Oregon waterfowlers to make their voices heard on Ballot Measure 114—a threat to the future of hunting and hunter-funde

Know Your Shotgun

9/22/2022

In the first installment, we discuss how to safely operate and familiarize yourself with your shotgun.

An Awakening

8/12/2022

A week exploring the prairie breeding grounds brings revelations about ducks, research and hunting

Hunting is Conservation — Let’s Keep it That Way

2/9/2022

Delta Waterfowl’s University Hunting Program teaches wildlife students about hunters’ critical contributions

Crash Landings: ‘Twas Three Weeks Before Christmas...

12/23/2021

Weary snow geese make an unexpected nighttime visit in Northern California

Shotgun Safety

9/16/2021

Here’s how to handle your shotgun safely and establish safe zones of fire for each member of your hunting party.

Meet Our Newest Duck Species

5/5/2021

The Mexican duck officially has been reclassified as distinct from the mallard

Delta’s “Voice of the Duck Hunter” Podcast – 2020 ...

8/21/2020

Delta’s “Voice of the Duck Hunter” Podcast

Historic Sandhill Crane Season on Deck for Alabama

8/20/2019

For the first time in more than 100 years, Alabama will allow the legal harvest of sandhill cranes this winter

We Hunt the Fall Flight

8/20/2019

The number of young ducks migrating south is critical to hunter success

Time to Get Birdy

6/18/2019

A proper introduction to birds should awaken a young retriever’s instincts.

Wildlife Habitat Canada Grants Support Hunter Recr...

5/15/2019

A pair of grants from Wildlife Habitat Canada are helping Delta Waterfowl boost hunter recruitment across Canada, while also maintaining the organization’s

Delta Waterfowl Awarded $100,000 Grant for Hen Hou...

4/17/2019

A large grant from Manitoba’s newly established Conservation Trust will help Delta Waterfowl produce more ducks

2018 Farm Bill Provides Numerous Benefits for Duck...

12/21/2018

Highlights include conservation of key breeding duck habitat, increased CRP acreage, additional wintering waterfowl habitat and more money for hunting...

Let’s Get Cooking

11/30/2018

There's no better way to celebrate a successful hunt than with a delicious duck dinner.

Cleaning Ducks

11/25/2018

So, you just shot a couple ducks - now what? From breasting to plucking, here are a variety of ways to prepare your birds

Duck Calling Fundamentals

11/22/2018

Fundamentals Here's everything you need to know to get started calling mallards and other dabbling ducks.

Boating Safety

11/15/2018

Boating Safety Duck boats tend to be loaded with a lot of gear and used in fairly challenging conditions.

Choosing a Duck Call

11/15/2018

This handy guide to the different types of duck calls will help you determine the right one for you.

Delta Restores, Expands Hunting Access at Prime Ka...

9/19/2018

Wichita-area waterfowlers have new opportunities this season thanks to Delta staff and volunteers

Weather Safety

9/8/2018

Cold weather often leads to good duck hunting, but winter storms and sudden weather changes can be hazardous.

Delta Saves Historic Hunting Area

7/19/2018

Waterfowlers nearly lost access to a key section of the Susquehanna Flats

The Little Brown Duck Dog

2/2/2018

American water spaniels were developed in the early 1900s to hunt fowl

Delta Volunteers Rescue Hurricane Harvey Victims

9/8/2017

Dozens of Delta Waterfowl chapters in Texas and Louisiana participated in relief and recovery efforts in the Lone Star State

U.S. Duck Hunter Numbers, Waterfowl Harvest Increa...

8/23/2017

Just released: Find out which states had the most hunters and highest waterfowl harvests last season.

Readers Respond to “Looming Crisis”

7/5/2017

“Looming Crisis,” a Special Report in the Spring Issue of Delta Waterfowl magazine about declining hunter numbers, generated more letters than we had space

Hen House Supersite Overflowing with Mallards

6/19/2017

Delta’s mallard-producing nest structures are ‘hot’ duck properties in Saskatchewan

USGS Moves to Online-Only Band Reports

5/30/2017

Will you miss the option of phoning in your bands?

Gentler Force-Fetch

3/23/2017

Retrievers can be conditioned to hold the bird using a different method.

What If There Were No Duck Dogs?

3/3/2017

A retriever’s role in our lives extends far beyond fetching ducks.

Wildlife Habitat Canada Grant Adds Hen Houses

1/18/2017

New nest structures for mallards are being installed across Canada

Breaking News: Pintail Limit to Drop to 1 Daily, B...

1/10/2017

USFWS regulations for 2017-18 season call for liberal framework, but with a couple of key changes to daily bag limits. What do you think of the changes?

Alberta Camp Inspires Future Fowlers

9/1/2016

Duck hunting basics and conservation were on the menu at the inaugural Youth Waterfowl Weekend seminar

Duck Hunting is My Favorite

1/20/2016

A duck dog shares his perspective on a day of waterfowling.

Training Checklist for an Adequate Duck Dog

5/13/2015

Back to basics: What tasks do you think a duck dog should perform to be considered adequate?

Good Chemistry: Bonding Hormone Strengthens Canine...

5/13/2015

Do you feel an increased connection to your retriever when he gazes into your eyes? A new study reveals a biological explanation.

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IA014 - Prairie Lakes Chapter

1/3/2026

Saturday, January 3rd, 2026 Milford, IA

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NE009 - Scottsbluff Chapter

1/3/2026

Saturday, January 3, 2026 Scottsbluff, NE

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MN030 - South Central MN Chapter

1/10/2026

Saturday, January 10th, 2025 St. James, MN

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