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Delta Waterfowl Policy Work Helps Expand Sunday Hu...

10/6/2025

The Duck Hunters Organization™ advocated for regulatory changes that greatly increase opportunities for hunters

Home Sweet Homing

10/1/2025

Ducks retrace a successful route to enhance their odds of surviving and reproducing

Delta Waterfowl Urges Swift Action to Keep U.S. Go...

9/30/2025

Access to federal public lands is important for many waterfowl hunters

Delta Waterfowl Joins Forces to Launch Canadian Wi...

9/23/2025

Coalition will defend science-based wildlife management and protect the rights of hunters and trappers

Delta Waterfowl CEO Represents Duck Hunters at the...

9/19/2025

Delta’s Jason Tharpe met with Interior Secretary Doug Burgum during a conservation leadership forum on federal land management strategies

Delta Waterfowl Receives Grant for Habitat Conserv...

9/19/2025

Generous support will advance Delta’s policy efforts to keep at-risk shallow wetlands from being drained.

Delta Congratulates James Hautman on 2025 Federal ...

9/19/2025

The Federal Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp has generated more than $1.3 billion for conservation since 1934

Delta Waterfowl’s Fall Issue Forecasts Duck Flight...

9/18/2025

“The ducks just don’t migrate like they used to,” is a phrase that’s been uttered frequently in recent seasons. You may have even said it yourself. And at

Grocery Getters

9/18/2025

Duck bills are adapted to munching each species’ favorite eats

Delta Waterfowl Hosts Inaugural ‘Duck Hunters Day’...

9/17/2025

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

Delta Waterfowl Welcomes Development Director for ...

9/17/2025

Seasoned fundraiser Rhett Butler joins The Duck Hunters Organization™ to leverage support for ducks and duck hunters

Pintails Increase, Bag Limits Expected to be 3 Dai...

9/4/2025

The northern pintail breeding population estimate of 2.24 million is a 13% increase over 2024’s estimate of 1.98 million, according to the Waterfowl Popula

Ross’s Geese, AP Canada Geese, and Midcontinent Sp...

9/3/2025

Ducks might dominate the headlines when the annual Waterfowl Population Status Report is released, but the report also contains critical insights for the

Eastern Survey Area Duck Populations Remain Strong

9/3/2025

Results from the Eastern Survey Area are typically an underreported aspect of the Breeding Waterfowl Population and Habitat Survey conducted each spring by

Delta Waterfowl Reports: USFWS Annual Breeding Wat...

9/2/2025

Breeding population nearly identical to 2024, but dry prairie conditions likely suppressed duck production

Restoring Duck Distribution

9/2/2025

Delta is set to produce millions of ducks—and spearhead their return to traditional southern strongholds

Delta Waterfowl Hires New Chief Development Office...

8/22/2025

Eric Lindstrom will lead fundraising team’s efforts to support conservation programs

Delta Welcomes Kent Cartridge as Champion of Delta...

8/19/2025

Known for their premium waterfowl loads, Kent Cartridge is committed to giving back to waterfowl conservation

Positive Strides Towards Protecting Critical Wetla...

8/19/2025

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

Delta Waterfowl Welcomes Regional Director for the...

8/15/2025

A South Dakota native, Blake Ketterling brings more than 20 years of fundraising experience to the role

Delta Waterfowl Promotes Baird to VP of Government...

8/14/2025

Cyrus Baird continues to push for increased conservation funding and quality duck hunting opportunities

2025 State Waterfowl Breeding Population Survey Ro...

8/11/2025

Spring duck numbers up in California, Wisconsin, and Minnesota, down in North Dakota

Delta Waterfowl Hires Talented Leader as VP of Mar...

8/7/2025

Minnesota native Mike Sidders aims to expand the reach and impact of Delta’s messaging

Delta Waterfowl’s Route 66 Chapter Helps Protect H...

8/7/2025

Thanks to local leadership and Delta policy support, public hunting will continue at Fellows Lake under a new blind draw system

Delta Waterfowl’s Newest Issue Celebrates a Millio...

8/6/2025

If you’re a member of The Duck Hunters Organization, then your favorite magazine of the year—the Delta Waterfowl ‘Hunt Annual’—arrives soon!

Delta Waterfowl Hires Two Premier Research Scienti...

8/5/2025

Dr. Todd Arnold and Dr. Jay VonBank add extensive waterfowl expertise and experience to The Duck Hunters Organization

Delta Waterfowl Congratulates Nesvik on Confirmati...

8/1/2025

The U.S. Senate has confirmed Brian Nesvik as director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

Delta Waterfowl’s Fundraising Campaign Nets $284 M...

7/30/2025

Astounding success of the Million Duck Campaign will allow The Duck Hunters Organization to expand duck production and add 1 million ducks to every fall

Delta Waterfowl Honors Champions of Conservation

7/29/2025

Outstanding advocates help The Duck Hunters Organization fulfill the mission to produce ducks and ensure the future of waterfowl hunting across North Amer

Delta Expo Delivers on Promise of Duck Hunters Par...

7/29/2025

Expo attendees and industry partners brought excitement, enthusiasm, and camaraderie to the Oklahoma City Fairgrounds

Where Ducks Nest Impacts Production

7/29/2025

Across the breeding regions, various species of ducks each have preferred nesting locations known as core breeding ranges. Within these core areas, habitat

Delta Waterfowl Crowns Seth Fields as Winner of De...

7/29/2025

Handmade call brings home Delta Grand National Double Reed title for Tennessee native at the Delta Waterfowl Expo

Delta Waterfowl Honors 2024-2025 Chapter Volunteer...

7/28/2025

The Duck Hunters Organization recognizes four outstanding conservation leaders for dedication to the mission to produce ducks and secure the future of

Waterfowl Breeding Habitat Conditions As of June 3...

7/28/2025

Delta Waterfowl’s latest data- and field-based assessments reveal a discouraging end to the 2025 duck breeding season across much of the prairie and

Delta Waterfowl Applauds Introduction of HEN Act i...

7/28/2025

Proposed law would authorize funding for duck production and habitat conservation efforts to increase waterfowl populations

A High-Mileage Mallard

7/28/2025

Alabama to the Arctic: Geolocator reveals hen’s wild journey north

Delta Waterfowl Applauds Alberta’s New Private Lan...

7/22/2025

Small wetlands are identified in the plan as a key conservation need

Delta Waterfowl Submits Support of USFWS Hunt Fish...

7/17/2025

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

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Delta Waterfowl Double-Reed Calling Championship H...

7/14/2025

Presented by Drake Waterfowl and Mack’s Prairie Wings, the Delta Grand National will take place on Saturday, July 26, during the organization’s annual Duck

Delta Waterfowl Welcomes New Regional Director for...

7/11/2025

Ryan Sturm brings nearly a decade of dedicated experience as a Delta volunteer

Pennsylvania Repeals Sunday Hunting Ban

7/9/2025

New law doubles opportunities to hunt for people with busy lives

Delta Waterfowl Renews SoundGear as a Valued Spons...

7/8/2025

Partnership continues to advance waterfowl conservation, hunting heritage, and hearing protection in the field

Delta Waterfowl Names LaMontagne as Vice President...

7/8/2025

Previously serving as Delta’s director of development operations, Whittlee LaMontagne moves into an executive role to further amplify the organization’s co

Delta Waterfowl Names Lawrence Vice President of D...

7/8/2025

An integral addition to the organization’s executive staff, Lisa Lawrence joined The Duck Hunters Organization in 2007

Delta Waterfowl Duck Hunters Expo Kicks Off Later ...

7/8/2025

July 25 to 27 event in Oklahoma City features all things waterfowl, including live stages, expert-led seminars, innovative gear, and more

Delta Waterfowl Applauds Louisiana Governor and Le...

6/27/2025

Measures will restore and create critical wintering waterfowl habitat to attract and hold more ducks and geese

Waterfowl Breeding Habitat Conditions Update As of...

6/20/2025

Widespread rains during May—a critical month for duck production—brought welcome relief to much of the Prairie Pothole Region, particularly in parts of

Canvasback Study Seeks Population ‘Sources’ and ‘S...

6/20/2025

Researchers began fitting hens with geolocator devices this spring

North Dakota Breeding Waterfowl Survey Shows Drier...

6/20/2025

North Dakota Game and Fish reports a 26% drop in mallards, while teal and pintail numbers also fell significantly

USFWS Annual Proposal Includes Expansion of Huntin...

6/12/2025

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

Delta Waterfowl Duck Production Program Gets Boost...

6/11/2025

APOS support will fund the installation of 400 new Hen Houses to increase mallard populations

Delta Waterfowl’s ‘Volunteer Appreciation Night Ou...

6/10/2025

The Duck Hunters Organization will gather to celebrate the flock of more than 5,500 dedicated volunteers

Delta Waterfowl Supports USFWS Annual Hunt Fish Ru...

6/5/2025

Migratory bird hunting opportunities would expand on four federal refuges; Public can submit comments until June 30

Delta Waterfowl Awarded Grant from Manitoba Conser...

6/5/2025

Funding will boost Hen House and hunter recruitment programs

Delta Waterfowl Receives Wildlife Habitat Canada G...

6/4/2025

New funding advances nesting structures and hunter recruitment programs

Delta Waterfowl Renews Federal Ammunition as Champ...

6/4/2025

Find the Delta Waterfowl logo displayed on boxes of Federal’s Speed-Shok shotshell loads

Delta Renews Remington Ammunition as a Champion of...

5/15/2025

Remington Ammunition builds on its reputation of innovation with the newly debuted Duck Club Steel shotshell load

Delta Waterfowl Applauds Commitment to Restore Cri...

5/14/2025

State to invest $29 million to revitalize White Lake Wetlands Conservation Area

Delta Waterfowl Expands Predator Management to Pro...

3/17/2025

The Duck Hunters Organization begins annual field work at 50 sites in advance of nesting season

Wisconsin Sandhill Crane Season One Step Closer to...

3/17/2025

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

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

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.

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...

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

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

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