Chris Jennings

Memphis

Senior Editor at Ducks Unlimited Magazine

Conservationist, barterer, won a foot race on the beach once, DU Magazine/ doer of stuff, DU Podcast, mediocre dog trainer, fish chaser, duck & goose hunter.

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2025 DU Member Photo Contest

2 weeks ago | ducks.org | Chris Jennings

2025 Ducks Unlimited Member Photo Contest presented by Drake WaterfowlOverall CategoryClayton Walker - Wickliffe, KentuckyThe first year can be pivotal in a dog’s development, as Clayton Walker can attest; he says his yellow Lab, Stoney, gained a wealth of experience this past season. Walker’s winning submission to this year’s DU Member Photo Contest is a snapshot from that eventful season.
Gearing Up: High-Performance Retriever Gear

2 weeks ago | ducks.org | Chris Jennings

1. Gunner Offers New Color OptionsGunner has launched several new color schemes for its popular kennels, food containers, and dog bowls. New colors include pink, tan, red, marigold, blue, teal, gunmetal, black, DU Green, lavender, navy, Saskatoon, Sulphur Springs, and blaze orange. Gunner products can be customized with name plates and special engravings on request. gunner.com2.
Fishing the Flyways

2 months ago | ducks.org | Chris Jennings

Illustrations by Jeff Preg, DUThe North Dakota wind had kicked up, gusting across Devils Lake and causing the water to lap against the hull of our boat as we bobbed up and down. Several hundred Canada geese and ducks must have taken the late-October breeze as a nudge to feed, and they jumped from a nearby marsh and winged toward the big water, veering in our direction.
Gearing Up: Travel Gear

2 months ago | ducks.org | Chris Jennings

1. Chêne Waxed Canvas Goose Down VestDon’t forget to toss this vest in your bag before your next trip. It has a timeless look but features the effectiveness and functionality of modern materials. Built with 10.10-ounce of waxed canvas, 100-gram natural goose down, and antique brass YKK zippers, it will keep you warm on even the coldest days afield. Available in Mossy Oak Shadow Grass, Bottomland, and Original Treestand. chenegear.com2.
Migration Alert: Arctic Blast Might Make or Break the Season for Arkansas Waterfowlers

Jan 17, 2025 | ducks.org | Chris Jennings

The Arkansas waterfowl season has had its highs and lows, with the latter being reported more often by hunters who continue to be frustrated by difficult conditions and a lack of ducks. With the latest round of Arctic air sweeping into the state this weekend, many are optimistic about the prospects for the final weeks of the season. However, frigid temperatures may leave many hunters dealing with ice, especially in shallow-water habitats like agricultural fields.
Great Late-Season Goose Destinations

Jan 16, 2025 | ducks.org | Chris Jennings

In the dead of winter, an agricultural field can resemble a moonscape. It’s been months since a combine rumbled through it, and the tire tracks that once held water are now pockets of ice. When it’s this cold, stubble crunches underfoot and gets swept across the fields by howling winds. Most regular duck seasons are either closed or about to close.
Gearing Up: New Year, New Gear

Dec 25, 2024 | ducks.org | Chris Jennings

1. Weatherby Element II TungstenWeatherby kicked off 2025 by announcing the release of the new inertia-driven Element II shotgun. With a slimmer receiver, oversized controls, redesigned stock, and the addition of the Crio Plus choke system, the Element II has been revamped with waterfowl and upland hunters in mind. The Tungsten version comes with a durable Tungsten Cerakote finish. All models of the Element II will be available in 12- and 20-gauge with 3-inch chambers. weatherby.com2.
The Ultimate Decoy Spread

Sep 12, 2024 | ducks.org | Chris Jennings

As waterfowl hunters, we recognize that a well-designed decoy spread is a thing of beauty. What’s more, most of us relish the effort that goes into planning and setting an effective spread, and we reap our rewards when birds drop into the landing zone we have so carefully created.
Gearing Up: Opening Day Essentials

Aug 31, 2024 | ducks.org | Chris Jennings

1. Higdon Outdoors H-Frame Panel BlindAdd some versatility to your concealment options this fall with this six-sided panel blind from Higdon. It can easily accommodate one or two hunters and includes stubble straps, a built-in dog door, and two interior storage pockets. It also folds up and has a shoulder strap for easy transportation. higdonoutdoors.com 2.
Calling Clinic | Ducks Unlimited

Aug 30, 2024 | ducks.org | Chris Jennings

World champion caller Kelley Powers says that great calling begins with a mastery of the fundamentals, which include holding the call properly, bringing hot air up from your lungs, and listening to real ducks. Most of us have multiple calls dangling from our lanyards. And most of us are happy when we blow one of these calls and see the ducks react in a positive way. But then there are those times when the birds don’t react at all or, even worse, head in the opposite direction.