Navigating Florida Public Land

When it comes to duck hunting, everyone is thinking of either Canada or the Midwest. With this article, we’re going to switch it up a bit and get into what Florida has to offer in terms of duck hunting.

Water for Waterfowl in the Arid West

Out west, there is a critical issue regarding the management of water that has a direct and dire effect on waterfowl.

The Hunt for “Quill Lake Geese”

A great hunt becomes an amazing hunt when a special bird comes along; usually in the form of a band.

Manitoba Lottery

Manitoba likely will pass a bill limiting DIY hunting opportunities to freelancers from the United States by restricting the number of licenses available to them through a lottery draw system.

One Million Ducks

Adding 1 million ducks annually to each fall flight is the Delta Waterfowl Foundation’s latest and biggest effort. This is a campaign promise that waterfowlers can support. 

Duck Hunting 2.0: The Impact of Social Media

With the push towards duck hunting 2.0, let's take a look at how social media has changed the game and the effects it has had on our beloved sport.

Lake Seminole Canvasbacks

Opening the eyes for waterfowl hunters everywhere to not discount Georgia duck hunting in their quest for a canvasback drake.

Split Reed Spotlight: World Goose Calling Champ John Walls

Ryan Barnes catches up with 2022 World Goose Calling Champion, John Walls.

Blue Laws

An archaic law found across the east coast and south has long past its effective date. Limiting access and hunter participation, these states need to rectify the regulations.

Breaking News: Bird Flu Update and Cholera Situations

The bird flu wasn’t just a problem of Spring 2022, as it continues to kill both wild and domestic birds across the country and continent into Fall 2022 - and Cholera is making an appearance as well. Ryan Barnes for Split Reed with a breaking news update.

Waterfowl Shotgun Ban Bill

This bill could land your waterfowl shotgun on a banned list.

Better Safe than Waste

What you need to do to safely handle the success of your early season and warm weather hunts, and what can happen if you don’t!