“waterfowl”

NRA Publications Editorial Director John Zent wanted to spend a little more time evaluating the Ethos' field performance—which led him to a waterfowl hunt in Chestertown, Md. Get a closer look at the hunt with this video.

The iconic company is introducing a new generation of ammo for a new generation of hunters and shooters in the 21st century.

Finding the right shotgun fit means everything, but it's exceptionally difficult if you're sporting a smaller frame than what your scattergun was designed for. The average female shooter is smaller in stature than their male counterparts, companies have been recognizing and adjusting for that in recent years. Franchi is joining in the party in 2016 with the introduction of its Catalyst line of shotguns.

Late in 2015, Browning shocked the industry with the announcement that it would be offering its own line of ammunition.

TriStar Arms has had success with its Cobra line of pump-action shotguns, which has provided a reliable, affordable option to waterfowl and turkey hunters the world over for some time now. For 2016 the line is getting an extension, in the form of its first 3½-inch model: the new Cobra Mag.

There was no shortage of outfitters at the Great American Outdoor Show, that much is certain. And though many eyes fell on the impressive displays of antlered taxidermy, the show's waterfowl guides held their own.

Earlier this year, Editorial Director John Zent and Associate Editor Jon Draper had the opportunity to join Wayne Radcliffe and some of the other fine folks from Avery Outdoors on the Eastern Shore of Maryland for a goose hunt. While there, they learned about the recent merging of Avery and Banded—two of the most respected waterfowl gear companies on the market—and what it should mean for consumers.

Delta Waterfowl researchers have captured some surprising video of coots harassing canvasback ducks and destroying nests.