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2017 Waterfowl Forecast Released, Duck Population Numbers Remain High

The 2017 Waterfowl Breeding Population and Habitat Survey was released in August, and things are looking good for North America’s duck population, considering the 2017 survey is the fifth highest annually reported total breeding duck population since the start of the survey in 1955.

Know-How: Withstand the Stand

When temperatures fall and the elements are against you, it’s tempting to pack it in. To hang in there during nasty weather, try these creature comforts.

Declining Duck Numbers are Still Above Long-Term Averages

The USFWS has just released its 2018 Waterfowl Population Status Report. While dry spring conditions are to blame for recent declines, the majority of population numbers are still above their long-term averages.

Delta Waterfowl Forecasts a Reduced Fall Duck Flight

The fall hunting seasons are rapidly approaching—and anticipation is rapidly building throughout the nation. Those who pursue waterfowl, though, may have reason to give pause, courtesy of a report from Delta Waterfowl. The conservation group is now forecasting a reduced fall duck flight.

Delta Waterfowl HunteR3 and Duck Production Programs Receive Funding Boost

Grants from Wildlife Habitat Canada have been awarded to Delta Waterfowl to bolster the organization’s Hen House program, as well as HunteR3 recruitment and advocacy efforts.

Best Places to Hunt Record Whitetail

If you want to book a trip that could end with you tagging a true trophy buck, you need to do your homework. Which states and provinces rank tops for producing record bucks? The proof is in the B&C records.

Where B&C Bucks Are Coming From

Hunters registered more Boone and Crockett Club whitetails during the past 10 years than in any decade before. Some of the hotspots will surprise you.

Federal Black Cloud FS Steel

Although it has the same range limitations as standard steel shot, Black Cloud breaks new ground with a higher level of lethality at an affordable price.

Beretta Xtrema2

Performance enhancement in handling, recoil and durability.

How to Stay Warm on Stand

This is a great time to shoot a nice buck. Here’s how to stay warm on stand when Mother Nature really hates you.

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