ChrisJennings

Chris Jennings

Senior Editor of Ducks Unlimited magazine

Chris Jennings grew up waterfowling the rivers and lakes of west central Indiana. He currently lives in Memphis, Tennessee and duck and goose hunts primarily throughout the Mid-South.

All articles by Chris Jennings

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Gearing Up: The Right Gear for Your Next Trip

Essential equipment for on-the-go duck and goose hunters

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Florida: Fins and Feathers

A waterfowler’s guide to the best cast-and-blast adventures in the Sunshine State

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The Buckingham Trail

Follow in the footsteps of this famous author with a do-it-yourself driving tour

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Gearing Up: Great Late-Season Gear

Finish strong with these top-notch products

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Gearing Up: Top-Shelf Gear

A collection of well-designed products for waterfowlers

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2025 Waterfowler’s Gift Guide

Great ideas for every hunter on your list

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Gearing Up: Season Starters

This collection of waterfowling gear will help you be prepared for the upcoming season

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New Guns and Gear for 2025: Jackets and Vests

From first light to last retrieve, these jackets and vests are built to go the distance

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New Guns and Gear for 2025: Waders, Boots, and Bibs

From flooded timber to frozen fields, this gear is built for it—check out the best waders, boots, and bibs for 2025

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New Guns and Gear for 2025: Bags, Backpacks, Buckets, and Boxes

This season’s lineup of carry-all gear is built for the field, the boat, and everything in between

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New Guns and Gear for 2025: Duck Camp Essentials

Whether you’re close to home or way off the grid, these essentials belong in every duck hunter’s setup this season

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New Guns and Gear for 2025: Must-Haves for Hunters

From sunrise setups to muddy walkouts, these are the must-haves every waterfowler needs in the field

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New Guns and Gear for 2025: Handy Items

From blind to boat, these handy pieces of gear solve problems before they start

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New Guns and Gear for 2025: Go-Anywhere Gear

Wherever the hunt takes you, this gear will get you there

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New Guns and Gear for 2025

This year’s selection of hunting and outdoor lifestyle products is bigger and better than ever

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Gearing Up: Tried-and-True Products

This selection of top-notch gear provided its value in the field this past season

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New Guns and Gear for 2025: Ammunition

This season’s ammo guide has what you need to shoot smarter, no matter how—or what—you hunt

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New Guns and Gear for 2025: Shooting Accessories

Stay sharp all season with this collection of must-have shooting accessories for waterfowlers

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New Guns and Gear for 2025: Motion Decoys and Accessories

Make your spread come alive with 2025’s lineup of motion decoys and must-have add-ons

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New Guns and Gear for 2025: Decoys

Built to deceive and designed to last, this year’s decoys deliver across species and setups

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2025 DU Member Photo Contest

This year’s winning images celebrate the wonders of wetlands and our waterfowling traditions

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Gearing Up: High-Performance Retriever Gear

The following products will help your dog reach his full potential in the field

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Fishing the Flyways

When world-class waterfowl hunting and fishing destinations collide, the opportunities for adventure are endless

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Gearing Up: Travel Gear

7 Travel-Tested Picks Every Hunter Should Pack

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Great Late-Season Goose Destinations

If you’re not ready to hang it up for the season, head to one of these hot spots for some of the year’s best goose hunting

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Gearing Up: New Year, New Gear

Make a fresh start with these innovative waterfowling products

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Gearing Up: Gift Ideas for Gun Dogs

Check out these great new products for retrievers and their owners

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2024 Waterfowler's Wish List

This year’s gift guide features a variety of quality products for duck and goose hunters

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The Ultimate Decoy Spread

No limits, no shortcuts, no excuses . . . the Ducks Unlimited magazine staff teamed up with Higdon Outdoors to build the perfect deception for ducks and geese

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Gearing Up: Opening Day Essentials

Begin the upcoming waterfowl season with these top-notch products

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Calling Clinic

These elite callers can help you take your skills to the next level

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Gearing Up: Stand-Up Gear

These products were put to the test during the 2023–24 season and stood up well to the rigorous challenges of waterfowling

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New Guns and Gear for 2024: Waterfowling Jackets

Check out this year's new selection of waterfowling jackets

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New Guns and Gear for 2024: Waders

The 2024 lineup of new waders is as exciting as it's ever been for waterfowlers

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New Guns and Gear for 2024: Sweatshirts, Hoodies, and Vests

Take a look at our picks of the layered options for waterfowlers for 2024

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New Guns and Gear for 2024: Swamp Seats and Chairs

Take comfort and durability to the max with this year's selection of hunting seats and chairs

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New Guns and Gear for 2024: Boots

Stay warm, dry, and versatile all season long with this year's selection of boots for waterfowlers

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New Guns and Gear for 2024: Knives and Tools

Check out the latest products every waterfowler needs in hand

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New Guns and Gear for 2024: Calls and Lanyards

Upgrade your lanyard this season with the latest duck or goose calls for 2024

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New Guns and Gear for 2024: Bags, Backpacks, and Coolers

Here's our selection of the hardest working bags, backpacks, and coolers for waterfowlers in 2024

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New Guns and Gear for 2024: Decoys, Bags, and Rigging

Check out the decoy and accessories lineup for 2024 that dabblers, divers, and honkers surely can't resist

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New Guns and Gear for 2024: Duck Camp Essentials

Whether your camp is in your garage or miles from home, these duck camp essentials will enhance every aspect of your hunt this season

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2024 DU Member Photo Contest

Enjoy this year’s spectacular selection of images submitted by photographers from across the country

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Gearing Up: All About the Dogs

Kick off your summer training with these essential products for retrievers

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Gearing Up: Gear for Road Warriors

A selection of products for on-the-go waterfowl hunters and other adventurers

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Camping for Ducks

When it’s time for the rubber to meet the road, you can take your hunting camp with you

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Gearing Up: Gear for the New Year

Kick off 2024 with these innovative products for waterfowlers

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Gearing Up: Grab-and-Go Gifts

Practical presents for duck hunters

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Dream Boats

Varying in size, shape, and functionality, these specialized watercraft have one thing in common—they help you get to where the birds are

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2023 Holiday Gift Guide

Find the perfect present for the waterfowl hunter on your list

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Gearing Up: Gear to Get the Season Started

Fall is here, and this collection of NEW products will help you get ready for opening day

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Mean Machines

These tricked out side-by-sides just might be the ultimate rides for waterfowlers

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New Guns and Gear for 2023

Check out the editors’ picks from the latest shotguns, loads, decoys, apparel, and more for waterfowlers

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2023 New Guns and Gear: Duck Blind Essentials

Check out the latest products every waterfowler needs in their duck blind

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2023 New Guns and Gear: Gear for Mobile Waterfowlers

Check out the perfect gear to keep you on the go this waterfowl season

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2023 New Guns and Gear: Hoodies, Pullovers, and Base Layers

Take a look at our picks of the mid-layer and base layer options for waterfowlers for 2023

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2023 New Guns and Gear: Bags and Coolers

Here's our breakdown of the hardest working bags and coolers for waterfowlers in 2023

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2023 New Guns and Gear: Waders, Bibs, and Boots

The latest top-notch outer layer options are sure to keep you comfortable and dry while chasing the migration

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2023 New Guns and Gear: Jackets and Vest

Stay comfortable and protected with year's top picks of waterfowling jackets and vests

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2023 New Guns and Gear: Bottles, Tumblers, and Jugs

Here's our breakdown of the rugged selection of drinkware options that you need for your next adventure

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2023 New Guns and Gear: Decoys and Accessories

Check out the decoy lineup for 2023 that dabblers, divers, and honkers surely can't resist

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2023 New Guns and Gear: Ammo

We've got you covered with our annual roundup of the best new ammo for waterfowlers

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Gearing Up: Seasoned Gear

These products proved their worth over the course of an entire waterfowl season

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2023 DU Member Photo Contest

These remarkable images took top honors among another impressive pool of entries

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Gearing Up: Dog Goods for Good Dogs

The latest products for your four-legged companion

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Gearing Up: Gear for the Road

Check out the latest products for traveling waterfowlers

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New Gear for the New Year

These handy products will help you get a head start on 2023

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2022 Waterfowler’s Wish List

This year’s holiday gift guide offers a boatload of ideas for DU members

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Opening Day Essentials

Start the new season with these top-notch products

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Gearing Up: Stocking Stuffers for 2022

Perfect gifts for the waterfowler in your life

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Retriever Essentials

Top products for sporting dog enthusiasts

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First-Chance Geese

Try these specialized tactics for early-season honkers in your area

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Saskatchewan Firsts

Every trip to the Land of the Living Skies is special, but then there are occasions when an unbelievable experience makes a lifelong impression

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Mississippi Flyway Public Waterfowl Hunting Hotspots for 2017-2018

5 public hunting destinations you may want to explore

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