A whole roasted duck with crispy skin sits on a wooden table next to a cast iron pan
Roast Gadwall

Best practices for brining and oven-roasting wild Gadwall ducks Gadwall belong to the group of…

Woodcock hunters walk into a woodcock cover in the Southeast
Hunting American Woodcock in the Southeast

Prepare to hunt American woodcock down south with these hunting, habitat identification, and gear tips…

A pudelpointer on point in a meadow.
Pudelpointer – Dog Breed Form, Function, History, and More

This medium-sized versatile dog breed is known to be friendly, inquisitive, and very social. Until…

A nearly-white snowshoe hare sits on moss below a bush.
Guide to Early Season Snowshoe Hare Hunting

These early season snowshoe hare hunting tips will help you bring home both fur and…

A ringneck pheasant flushes in the snow in the late season.
Late Season Pheasant Hunting Tips

As pheasant hunting moves later into the season, hunting ringnecks requires a little extra effort…

Quail meat on skewers in a wine broth
Quail in Wine

An easy, grandma-approved weeknight quail recipe bound to leave you licking the plate Does anyone…

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2024 Top Holiday Gift Picks for Dog Lovers and Bird Hunters

Find the perfect gifts for the dog-loving and upland-obsessed bird hunters in your life.  With…

A Guide to Hunting Black Ducks

Habitat, decoy setup, and shotgun recommendations for hunting the ever-wary black duck. When hunting in…

A home raised quail in the snow.
Keeping Quail In The Winter

Best practices for keeping coturnix quail warm, safe, and healthy after temperatures drop. During my…

A Guide to Wild Pheasant Hunting in North America

Learn how to hunt pheasants by identifying their habitat, understanding their behavior, and understanding tried-and-true…

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Duck Sushi with Ginger-Wasabi Drizzle

Tender sous vide mallard breast delicately served over sushi rice and topped with ginger-wasabi drizzle…

Woodcock being pointed by a dog in woodcock habitat
How to Identify American Woodcock Habitat

Learn how to find woodcock habitat in the Northwoods, central and southern states, and along…

Brittany: Breed Characteristics, Abilities, and History

How a little French spaniel developed into an internationally popular versatile hunting dog. Brittanies are…

Golden Retriever Dog Profile: Abilities, Characteristics, and Training

Field goldens are driven, intelligent, and loving, making them fantastic partners in the blind and…

A chukar hunter in the American West
Complete Guide to Chukar Hunting

If you enjoy hiking, scenic mountain views, and bird hunting, give public land chukar hunting…

A serving of white rice covered in a sauce and dove meat, served on a white plate
Smothered Doves

Braise and whisk your way to this elevated, Cajun-inspired dove dish Inspired by the Cajun…

Two American hunters, one with a Pointer and the other with an English Setter.
The Rise of the English Pointer in America

Dog historian Craig Koshyk explores the Pointer’s rise from a lesser-known breed to dominance in…

A dog retrieves a pheasant in early season.
Tips for Hunting Early Season Pheasants

During the early season, weather, habitat conditions, and hunting pressure impact which cover types pheasants…

Pheasant Knoephla Dumpling Soup in a bowl, ready to eat.
Pheasant and Knoephla Soup

A hearty North Dakotan soup with dumplings, potatoes, and tender pheasant meat. Pronounced “nef-la,” this…

A bird dog with a toddler while out hunting.
Tips For Taking Toddlers Hunting

Taking toddlers hunting requires adjusting your expectations, involving them in the experience, and savoring shared…

A biologist bands a duck
Why Biologists Band Waterfowl

Biologists can gain valuable scientific information by banding ducks and geese across the North American…