Ep. 661 - Season Recap: Epic Hunts, Avian Flu & Conservation Wins

Ducks Unlimited Podcast: Season Wrap-Up Live Stream

Hosts: Dr. Mike Brasher, Katie Burke, Matt Harrison
Location: Ducks Unlimited HQ, Memphis, TN
Presented by: Purina ProPlan & Bird Dog Whiskey

🔹 Episode Summary
In this special live-stream wrap-up, the DU Podcast team reviews the 2024-2025 waterfowl season! From epic hunts and migration trends to avian flu updates and new hunting tactics, this episode has it all. Plus, we answer listener questions, preview off-season activities, and share key conservation insights.

🔹 What You’ll Learn in This Episode
Best & worst hunts of the season – Personal stories from Mike, Matt & Katie.
Duck migration & weather trends – How warm fall & late cold fronts impacted hunts.
Avian flu update – What waterfowl hunters need to know in 2025.
New hunting strategies – Motion decoys, pulsators & hand-carved decoys.
Off-season tips – Training your retriever, gear maintenance & turkey hunting.
Conservation & research – Duck DNA Project results & upcoming DU events.

🔹 Upcoming Events
DU Expo: August 1-3, Memphis, TN → CLICK HERE!
DU Banquets & Events: Find one near you → ducks.org/events
DU Careers: Internships & jobs → ducks.org/jobs

🔹 Follow & Subscribe
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Listen now & get ready for next season!

Creators and Guests

Katie Burke
Host
Katie Burke
DUPodcast Collectibles Host
Matt Harrison
Host
Matt Harrison
DUPodcast Outdoor Host
Mike Brasher
Host
Mike Brasher
DUPodcast Science Host
Ep. 661 - Season Recap: Epic Hunts, Avian Flu & Conservation Wins