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John Pollmann is a freelance writer from Dell Rapids, South Dakota, who is an avid waterfowler and conservationist.
Nov. 14, 2024 – Central Flyway – Colorado
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Stay one step ahead of the birds this season
Oct. 4, 2024 – Central Flyway – Prairie Canada
Whether you're a seasoned hunter or just starting out, these five tips can help you gain access to hunt private land
Sept. 20, 2024 – Central Flyway – Dakotas, Nebraska, Kansas, and Oklahoma
These expert strategies will help you get your season started with a bang
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There is perhaps no greater spectacle than the grand passage of waterfowl
Five tried-and-true decoy setups for ducks and geese
Tips to help you make the most of your time at the range this summer
A crash course in how to find the best hunting spots for the upcoming season
Enhance your gear's performance and longevity by cleaning, maintaining, and storing it properly during the off-season
Get ready for opening day by crossing these tasks off your list
Tips to maintain your dog’s health and fitness in summer
Labrador retrievers are wonderful duck dogs, yet there are several other breeds that also fit the bill for waterfowlers
Plan your next waterfowling adventure
Five tips for beginning callers
How to maintain a solid retriever training regimen in small spaces
Five tips to making an off-season plan
A closer look at the Prairie Pothole Region, North America's most important waterfowl breeding area
Five tips for hunting light geese this spring
Here’s how to conceal mobile blinds so you’ll stay hidden from the watchful eyes of waterfowl in a variety of habitats
When late-season weather turns dangerous, pay heed to this life-saving advice
Ducks and geese act differently in January than they do in October. These expert tips will help you improve your hunting success by adapting to changes in waterfowl behavior and habitat conditions
At DU events, members just like you come together to have fun and raise money for conservation
Special hunts for kids can help kick-start a love of waterfowling
In an age where everyone is a content creator, learn how to make yours stand out
Building support for this important agricultural conservation program is a top DU priority in the next Farm Bill
Expand your goose-hunting opportunities with these special-specific decoy strategies for lakes, flooded fields, marshes, and ponds
A trip to California’s Sacramento Valley delivers a bucket-list hunt for pintails, specklebellies, and mallards in a waterfowler’s paradise
Among the public hunting opportunities found throughout the Central Flyway are those that bear the mark of Ducks Unlimited volunteers and fellow supporters of wetlands conservation.
Find ducks and geese on public land in the Central Flyway
Bag more bluewings this September
Today's lightweight, portable blinds offer concealment and mobility in the field and on the water
Your public-land waterfowling adventure begins here
Here’s what you need to know about the annual Waterfowl Breeding Population and Habitat Survey
Two experts weigh in on how to decide between freelancing or hiring a guide for spring snows
Follow this expert advice to bag more light geese this season
Helpful tips for hunting light geese on their northward migration
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