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DU Magazine's Top 10 Covers: Runners-up

DU Magazine Editors selected 10 runners-up following the DU Magazine Cover contest.

2012 Waterfowl Hunting Honorable Mentions

Honorable Mention entries in the 2012 DU Members Photo Contest

2012 Retrievers Honorable Mentions

Honorable Mention entries in the 2012 DU Members Photo Contest

2012 Waterfowl Honorable Mentions

Honorable Mention entries in the 2012 DU Members Photo Contest

High-Priority Habitats

Following are DU's five highest-priority landscapes, their importance to waterfowl and our efforts to conserve them for present and future generations.

My Ultimate Duck Blind: Illustrations

After years of trial and error, DU Magazine author Wade Bourne finally built what he believes is the perfect duck blind. Here's how he did it.

My Ultimate Duck Blind

After years of trial and error, DU magazine editor-at-large Wade Bourne finally built what he believes is the perfect duck blind.

Video: My Ultimate Duck Blind

After years of trial and error, DU Magazine author Wade Bourne finally built what he believes is the perfect duck blind.

Conservation: Ducks in a Crowded World

Sustaining healthy waterfowl numbers will be a great challenge as the earth's human population grows

Waterfowler's Notebook: Off-Season Scouting

When is the best time to look for a new duck hunting spot? Anytime you can.

Cooking: The Perfect Duck Sandwich

Sourdough bread, thinly sliced duck, lots of grilled onions and tangy horseradish sauce are an unbeatable combination. By Scott Leysath.

Understanding Waterfowl: The Blue-Winged Ducks

Northern shovelers and blue-winged and cinnamon teal are among the most closely related of North America's ducks

Field Reports: 2012 Spring Habitat Conditions

Breeding habitat conditions vary throghout much of U.S. and Canada. Ducks Unlimited biolgists in these regions have provided a brief overview for each Canadian Province and specific regions in the U.S.

Our Work Is Never Done

Insights from Ducks Unlimited CEO Dale Hall

What's on the Web: May/June DU Magazine


Understanding Waterfowl: The Amazing World of Macroinvertebrates

You don't have to journey to a faraway galaxy to see an amazing world inhabited by "brain-jacking" parasites and monsters with extendable lower lips that can reach out and snatch unsuspecting prey.

Manitoba Marsh Magic

A waterfowler's pilgrimage to the Canadian Duck Factory and the birthplace of DU's conservation work. By Wade Bourne. Photography By Rick Adair.

Conservation: Anatomy of a DU Project

A bird's-eye view of the wetland restoration process from beginning to end

Cooking: Grilled Duck Bites

Prosciutto, mango and jalapeño give this traditional appetizer a tangy, spicy twist. Submitted by Scott Leysath.

The Big 75

Ducks Unlimited officially turned 75 on January 29, 2012. What a great story!

Chapter Spotlight: Fort Bragg, California Chapter

Great things sometimes come in small packages. The Fort Bragg, California, DU chapter is a case in point.

Cooking: Savory Waterfowl Stew

Beat the winter chill with this classic catchall recipe. By Scott Leysath

Understanding Waterfowl: Duck Digestion

Understanding why and when certain foods are good for waterfowl and how they are digested is an interesting and somewhat complex subject.

Useful Tools for Waterfowl Hunters

It never hurts to be prepared, and keeping the right gear handy helps.

Retrievers: Hazards Afield

During the late season, protect your retriever by teaching him to be aware of likely hazards.

Milestones in Conservation

The slogan for Ducks Unlimited's 75th Anniversary, CONSERVATION FOR GENERATIONS, applies to past, present and future generations alike.

Five Tactics for Late-Season Ducks

It's late season, when the sport's true diehards are like NFL linemen in the playoffs. Veteran waterfowlers share 5 expert tactics to help successfully end the season.

Conservation: Waterfowl Energy Demands

Food abundance is presumed to directly or indirectly impact the physiological condition, survival, and even reproduction of waterfowl, which ultimately influences the health of their populations. Why?

The Road to Success

Ducks Unlimited Inc. will be officially 75 years old on January 29, 2012, and we will be celebrating both our longevity and conservation successes throughout the year.

DU All-Star Sketches

Below are a few of the sketches submitted by our all-star artists for this year's art package. Click on a thumbnail to see a larger image.

Doug Miller Dedication—Utah

Sept. 2011: DU dedicated a 370-acre wetland restoration project on Farmington Bay WMA in Utah to the late Doug Miller, longtime outdoor television show host and devoted DU volunteer.

Anthony Rose Family Dedication—Rhode Island

Oct. 2011: A dedication honoring DU Legacy Sponsors Anthony and Kathleen Rose of Wakefield, Rhode Island, was held at the USFWS Visitor's Center in Charlestown.

Meadow Valley Flowage Dedication—Wisconsin

Jun. 2011: To celebrate DU's 100,000th acre conserved in Wisconsin, supporters of wetland conservation gathered at the 600-acre Meadow Valley Flowage wetland-enhancement project in Juneau County.

Berg Brothers Dedication—South Dakota

Oct. 2011: The Henning-Berg Game Production Area in South Dakota was dedicated to Bob and Rosemary Berg of Longville, Minnesota, and Rick and Pam Berg of Watertown, South Dakota.

Kiwani Marsh Dedication—Indiana

Oct. 2011: Glorious weather in northwest Indiana was the backdrop for an October Indiana PRIDE dedication at the Kiwani Marsh.

Bartels Dedication—Louisiana

Nov. 2011: More than 100 people gathered to celebrate the completion of a $1.2 million coastal restoration project in southeast Louisiana and to dedicate it to Ron and Jackie Bartels.

Walton Family Foundation Supports New Approach to Conservation Easements

An innovative pilot program funded by the Walton Family Foundation, a DU Platinum Legacy Sponsor, is helping to secure donated conservation easements in the Lower Mississippi Alluvial Valley (LMAV) of Arkansas, Louisiana and Mississippi.

DU Project Dedications

A compilation of several DU project dedications to honor the commitments of major DU sponsors.

All-Stars of Wildlife Art

Throughout its storied history, DU has received important cooperation and support from the wildlife art community. This year, DU marks 75 years and will showcase an all-star cast of premier artists, whose works will be available at fundraising events nationwide.

DU 2011 Annual Report

An executive summary of DU's financial and conservation achievements during the past year

The Farm Bill, Ducks and You

The 2012 Farm Bill is scheduled to be reauthorized next year, and depending on the outcome, this single piece of legislation will either positively or negatively impact millions of acres of wetlands, grasslands and other waterfowl habitat across the United States.

Scientific Waterfowling

Following are interviews with four preeminent waterfowl researchers. We can learn a lot from these experts, not only about how ducks react to their environment, but also how to apply this knowledge for better hunting success.

The Birth of DU

Excerpted from The Ducks Unlimited Story, which explores original source materials to provide the definitive account not only of DU's founding, but also of how DU's dedicated volunteers created the fundraising engine that made DU the world leader in wetlands and waterfowl conservation.

Close-Range Canadas

Over time, a goose hunter learns to take care of the little things. So we contacted four pros, all well schooled in the ways of the Canada goose, and asked them to share their expertise.

A Banquet for Ducks

Hunters have long recognized the importance of rice to wintering and migrating waterfowl. Why is rice agriculture so important to dabbling duck populations?

Story of Survival

As a waterfowl biologist, I am often asked how long ducks and geese live. Well, it all depends.

Stay the Course through Partnerships

Ducks Unlimited has joined forces with more than 640 conservation, recreation, and historic preservation organizations to demand that necessary spending reductions are done in an equitable and reasonable fashion.

The Highball Duck Call

Waterfowl hunters should use the highball selectively—at certain times and in certain places. Listen as Wade Bourne gives a few tips on how to use this call more effectively.

Pay Now, or Pay Later

As we go about setting long-term goals for habitat conservation, we must be realistic about what it will cost and understand that our commitment to conservation cannot outstrip our ability to find it.

Shotgunner's Guide to Waterfowling

Here's how to consistently hit the most common shots in duck and goose hunting

Waterfowl Feeding Adaptations

Ducks and geese are well equipped to find food in a variety of habitats

South Dakota Spectacular

The hunt of a lifetime is the reward for days of hard scouting in this state's prairie pothole country

Wetlands and the Farm Bill

Your support will be needed to save key agricultural conservation programs in upcoming legislation

Private Marsh Management

Duck clubs and other private landowners provide vital habitat for waterfowl and other wildlife

Retrievers: Healthy Choices

Developing a sensible routine will help keep your retriever in top condition

Field Reports: 2011 Duck Production Outlook

Good to excellent wetland conditions have set the stage for above-average waterfowl production on key breeding areas

Understanding Waterfowl: Ways of the Wigeon

These fascinating ducks have many characteristics and behaviors that set them apart

Field Reports: Spring Habitat Conditions

Abundant winter precipitation has set the stage for improved wetland conditions on many key waterfowl breeding areas

Stewards of the Prairie

Cattle ranchers manage much of this continent's most important waterfowl breeding habitat

Saving America's Marsh

Coastal wetland loss and degradation are threatening Louisiana's rich hunting and fishing heritage

Picture Perfect

Stunning images from the winners of our 2nd annual Ducks Unlimited magazine photo contest

Cut the Deficit, not Conservation

We at Ducks Unlimited are well known for fiscally conservative viewpoints. But we do not intend to sit idly by while programs that make a clear profit for the U.S. taxpayer are slashed under the pretense of getting spending under control.

2011 Honorable Mention Hunting Entries

Enjoy the Honorable Mention entries from the Waterfowl Hunting category in the 2nd Annual DU Member Photo Contest for 2011.

2011 Honorable Mention Retriever Entries

Enjoy the Honorable Mention entries from the Retriever category in the 2nd Annual DU Member Photo Contest for 2011.

2011 Honorable Mention Waterfowl Entries

Enjoy the Honorable Mention entries from the Waterfowl category in the 2nd Annual DU Member Photo Contest for 2011.

Understanding Waterfowl: Tracking the Black Duck

DU research sheds new light on this prized bird's migration habits

Retrievers: All in Good Time

Patience is certainly a virtue when training a young dog

Conservation: Can we save CRP?

Without your help, this important agricultural conservation program faces an uncertain future

Strategies for Public Land

Waterfowl hunting on public land can be either a dream or a nightmare, as two hunts that I experienced several years ago on a local wildlife management area (WMA) clearly illustrate.

Secrets to Success

DU has discovered a wealth of new information about what drives duck production on the prairies

Finding the Right Road

"If you don't know where you're going, any road will get you there."

10 Great Cities for Waterfowlers

Some of the country's greatest waterfowling opportunities are closer than you might think.

2011 DU Magazine Photo Contest

Ducks Unlimited Magazine accepted entries to its Second Annual DU Member Photo Contest from December 15, 2010, to February 28, 2011. The DU magazine staff judged entries in three categories, with winner and runner-up photos in each category published in the May/June 2011 issue of Ducks Unlimited Magazine.

Late-Season Boat Maintenance Tips

Duck hunters who use boats in the late season must perform proper maintenance on their rigs to keep them running in subfreezing weather.

DU Magazine: Leadership Giving Highlights

In each issue, Ducks Unlimited Magazine highlights recent philanthropic happenings of note within the organization.

Ultimate Duck Calling Challenge

What's the secret to world-class duck callers' success? Gary Koehler sheds some light on these championship techniques.

Legends of the Call

Gary Koehler profiles some of history's most notable duck and goose call makers.

7 Deadly Duck Calling Mistakes

Ducks Unlimited interviewed four of North America's best duck callers to find out the most common calling mistakes made by duck hunters and, more importantly, how to correct them.

Duck Calling Video Tip: The Feeding Chuckle

Wade Bourne demonstrates and explains the feeding chuckle, a sometimes touchy calling technique that takes time to master.

Redhead Hens: The Parasite Queen

Redhead hens are one of the most common duck species to engage in nest parasitism, laying their eggs in the nests of other hens and leaving their young to be reared by them.

Advertise with Ducks Unlimited

You can advertise with Ducks Unlimited. We offer advertising opportunities in our Ducks Unlimited magazine and on our Web site through banner advertisements and classified advertisements.

Ducks Unlimited Magazine: Official Member Magazine

Ducks Unlimited Magazine details the organization's efforts to restore wildlife habitat across North America as well as the recreational value of such environments. Features focus on hunting and fishing opportunities for avid sportsmen and women, technical sporting equipment profiles, buyer's guides, natural history stories and photographic essays.

Maintain and Modify Your Duck Calls

Gary Koehler advises on the best ways to maintain the quality of your call and make slight tweaks to improve its performance.

Duck Calling Teamwork

A team calling effort may get you more birds in your bag this season. Gary Koehler shares some teamwork tips from calling pros.
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