The Voice of the Duck Hunter – A Delta Waterfowl Podcast
Welcome to The Voice of the Duck Hunter — the official podcast of Delta Waterfowl, the Duck Hunters Organization. Each episode dives deep into the world of duck hunting, wetland conservation, and the people driving the future of waterfowling.
From prairie potholes to Capitol Hill, we share stories and insights from biologists, policy leaders, gear experts, and dedicated hunters who live for migration. Discover how research, habitat conservation, duck production tools, and smart policies keep ducks flying — and why your voice as a duck hunter is more important than ever.
Tune in for:
-Waterfowl population trends and breeding-ground science
-Habitat restoration and conservation policy breakdowns
-Gear innovation, retriever training, and hunting strategy
-Hunter recruitment and education (First Hunt, University Hunting Program)
-Conversations from the marsh — stories, heritage, and community
Whether you’re chasing ducks in the prairies, pursuing divers along the coast, hunting them in southern timber, or just a passionate waterfowl enthusiast, this show connects the science and stories that make healthy duck populations and duck hunting possible.
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The Voice of the Duck Hunter – A Delta Waterfowl Podcast
Ep. 99 | 2026 Research Roster | Dr. Jay VonBank & Dr. Todd Arnold
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Delta Waterfowl’s 2026 Research Roster is here, and in Episode 99 of The Voice of the Duck Hunter podcast, Dr. Jay VonBank and Dr. Todd Arnold join host Joel Brice and break down the science shaping the future of ducks and duck hunting across North America.
From duck production and nesting success to migration tracking, predator management, geolocators, drones, banding research, and waterfowl population studies, this episode dives into the projects Delta Waterfowl is investing in and why they matter to hunters.
If you’ve ever wondered how research impacts duck numbers, regulations, habitat decisions, and the future of waterfowl hunting, this episode gives you an inside look at the work happening behind the scenes.
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