Has Hot Cropping Ruined Duck Hunting? Here’s What the Data and Biologists Say About How Flooded Corn Affects Waterfowl Migration

A letter from Senator John Kennedy says the “unsportsmanlike” practice of hot cropping for mallards is ruining Southern duck ...
Chattanoogan.com

Season Long Duck Blind Drawing Application Period To Begin Wednesday

The application period for the 2024-25 season long Waterfowl WMA hunts is open June 26 through July 17. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) will not be holding in person announcements of ...
Tennessean

Tennessee's Duck River is endangered. What conservationists say is needed to protect it

A Middle Tennessee treasure, the Duck River touches seven counties and is one of the most biodiverse rivers in the world. But as the region sees explosive growth, the river is also one of the nation’s ...
WJHL-TV

TWRA hosting intro waterfowl hunting class

GREENE COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) announced Monday it will host an Introduction to Waterfowl Hunting class on Nov. 15. The hands-on course will provide ...
Chattanooga Times Free Press

Tennessee River pipeline study among Duck River advisory group’s recommendations

The 269-mile Duck River is known for its biodiversity, hosting the largest variety of living organisms of any freshwater river in North America. But the scenic river is also under increasing pressure ...
Yahoo News

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee signs executive order to help protect the Duck River

Tennessee’s endangered Duck River now has another level of protection. Gov. Bill Lee on Wednesday signed an executive order establishing the Duck River Watershed Planning Partnership to help balance ...