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Ep. 239 – Waterfowl Season Recap: Defining Stale Ducks, Habitat Conditions, Lack of Precipitation, and More Feb 10, 2021

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Host Chris Jennings, co-host Dr. Mike Brasher, and (retired) DU Chief Scientist Dr. Tom Moorman, break down the 2020-2021 waterfowl season from late summer 2020 until the end. The trio discusses La Niña impacts on waterfowl, physiology of ducks and geese, and a glimpse of regional conditions gleaned from past Podcasts. While it wasn’t all bad news, this podcast brings to light significant issues hunters faced throughout the season. Brasher and Jennings wrap up Season 3 and preview Season 4: The Off Season, which begins May 1.

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Ep. 238 – The DeLuca Preserve: A Unique Partnership for Conservation, Agriculture, and Education Feb 08, 2021

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Hear how a generous land donation from the DeLuca family to the University of Florida has turned into a conservation, education opportunity for the next generation and beyond. Host Chris Jennings discusses this massive land donation with DU CEO Adam Putnam; Florida Fish and Wildlife Foundation CEO Andy Walker; and Vice President of Agriculture and Natural Resources for the University of Florida Dr. Scott Angle. Each provide insights as to the how this conservation effort benefits a wide range of organizations, people, wildlife, the next generation. www.ducks.org/DUPodcast

Ep. 237 – Our Youth are Our Future: DU’s Youth and Education Programs Feb 05, 2021

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Mark Horobetz, DU’s manager of youth and education programs, joins the DU Podcast to provide an overview on the history and growth of DU’s youth programs, starting with Greenwings and continuing to today’s Varsity and University chapters. Also discussed are green shoots from these efforts including DU’s University Scholarship Program and other exciting new initiatives. www.ducks.org/DUPodcast

If you know someone who qualifies for the DU Scholarship, apply here: https://www.ducks.org/get-involved/ducks-unlimited-youth-programs/du-varsity/ducks-unlimited-national-scholarship-program

Ep. 236 – The Physics of Shotgunning w/ Phil Bourjaily Feb 04, 2021

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Phil Bourjaily, DU Magazine shotgunning columnist, joins host Chris Jennings to discuss a recent column – The Physics of Shotgunning. Bourjaily breaks down the science behind being a better shooter. He also provides an update on his duck season. Contact the DU Podcast via email at DUPodcast@ducks.org with recommendations or questions. www.ducks.org/DUPodcast

Ep. 235 – Waterfowl Harvest Management Series, Part 16: Pintail AHM & the Role of Harvest in Duck Management Feb 03, 2021

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Dr. Scott Boomer, USFWS wildlife biologist, rejoins the show to offer his thoughts on sex-specific regulations and provide a brief update on the ongoing revision to the Pintail harvest strategy. Scott also shares his thoughts on the relative importance of harvest management vs. habitat conservation in achieving duck population goals. www.ducks.org/DUPodcast

Ep. 234 – Waterfowl Harvest Management Series, Part 15: Beyond Mallards in Modern AHM Feb 02, 2021

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First developed for midcontinent mallards, Adaptive Harvest Management has since been expanded to eastern and western mallards, black ducks, pintails, and scaup. Dr. Scott Boomer, wildlife biologist with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, joins the DU Podcast to discuss modern changes to AHM and provides insights on what all has to be considered when expanding AHM to new species or entertaining alternative ideas for harvest regulations. www.ducks.org/DUPodcast

Ep. 233 – Jean-Paul Bourgeois Introduces His New Project “Duck Camp Dinners” Jan 30, 2021

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Chef Jean-Paul Bourgeois rejoins the DU Podcast to share the stories behind his recently launched video project, “Duck Camp Dinners”. This new show details duck camp life at a floating lodge in south Louisiana. He walks through the full process of shopping for meals, cutting brush, and even just getting to the camp. Contact the DU Podcast via email at DUPodcast@ducks.org with recommendations or questions. www.ducks.org/DUPodcast

To watch "Duck Camp Dinners" visit

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=52_-Le-9jKM&list=PLAn10MBzyX9QCKH1tXYfXeaOQbJVEU0i8&index=1

Ep. 232 – (Bonus) Delaware Mid-winter Survey, Hunting Report, and Tundra Swans Jan 29, 2021

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Like most states in the eastern U.S., the 2020-21 waterfowl season has been a rocky road. Dr. Justyn Foth, the waterfowl, turkey, and upland game bird program leader for Delaware Division of Fish and Wildlife, joins the DU Podcast to share results from the recent mid-winter survey and discuss how habitat conditions and weather patterns have affected duck numbers and hunting success. The permit system and hunting opportunities for tundra swans are also discussed. Contact the DU Podcast via email at DUPodcast@ducks.org with recommendations or questions. www.ducks.org/DUPodcast

Ep. 231 – Waterfowl Harvest Management Series, Part 14: Sex-specific Regs and Farewell to the Point System Jan 28, 2021

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Dr. Jim Dubovsky, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service central flyway representative, rejoins the DU Podcast to provide nostalgic reflection as he share insights on the role of sex-specific duck regulations, how they were formulated under the point system, and what determined if a bird was worth 10, 15, or 35 points. Despite being conceptually sound, the point system was withdrawn in 1994, largely due to challenges with the practicality of its implementation and enforcement.

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Ep. 230 – Waterfowl Harvest Management Series, Part 13: Remembering the Point System Jan 27, 2021

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Mathematics was once a required practice in the duck blind, courtesy of the point system of the 70s and 80s. Dr. Jim Dubovsky, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service central flyway representative, joins Dr. Mike Brasher for a trip down memory lane to discuss the origination, objectives, implementation, and critiques of the old point system, a once common regulatory alternative for duck harvest. Although liked and enjoyed by managers and hunters alike, it wasn’t without its challenges. www.ducks.org/DUPodcast

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