Georgia Ducks Unlimited

10/09/2026

💥 GADU Blast & Banner is LIVE!

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10/06/2026

🦆 MEET THE COMMITTEE | JACQUELINE BELCHER – YOUTH & EDUCATION CHAIR

Next up in our Meet the Committee series is Jacqueline Belcher, our Youth & Education Chair!

Jacqueline may be one of the newer faces on our State Committee, but in just one year with Ducks Unlimited, she has found a community and a mission that mean a great deal to her.

She originally got involved because she wanted to learn more about wetland conservation and find a way to be part of something bigger than herself. What she found was not only an opportunity to learn, but a group of people she genuinely enjoys being around.

“Every time I am with the DU community, I walk away feeling lighter and having had an amazing time of fellowship.”

One of Jacqueline’s favorite memories so far was working her first DU banquet as a volunteer. Experiencing an event from the other side — talking with guests, helping create a great atmosphere and seeing everything come together — gave her a whole new appreciation for the people who make these events happen.

Now, as Youth & Education Chair, Jacqueline is focused on helping carry DU’s mission forward. A big part of her role is connecting with young people and helping the next generation understand why caring for wetlands, wildlife and the land matters. After all, they are the ones who will inherit both the responsibility and the opportunity to protect them.

And for someone who has only been involved for a year, Jacqueline already has some pretty simple advice for anyone considering volunteering:

“Do it! It is some of the most fun and the deepest connections you will make.”

🦆 Favorite Duck: Blue-winged Teal
🐴 Outside of DU: Horses and showing
🌿 Perfect Day Outdoors: In the garden, on the back of a horse or traveling somewhere new to explore

Jacqueline joined DU looking for a place to learn, contribute and connect with others who cared about conservation. Now, she’s helping make sure the next generation has the opportunity to find that same connection — and develop an appreciation for the land and wildlife they’ll one day be responsible for protecting.

We’re excited to have Jacqueline helping lead the way for Georgia DU’s youth and education efforts!

10/02/2026

SAVE THE DATE — Georgia Ducks Unlimited State Convention 2027

your calendars for July 16–18, 2027 and join us at Lanier Islands Resort for a weekend of Georgia Ducks Unlimited, family, and fellowship.

Along with our volunteer meetings and meals, there will be plenty to enjoy throughout the resort. Lanier Islands offers something for just about everyone!

So bring the family, make a weekend out of it, and come spend some time with DU friends from across the state.

July 16–18, 2027
Lanier Islands Resort

Rooms are available to book now:
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More details about the 2027 State Convention will be coming soon — for now, save the date and get your room reserved!

10/02/2026

⚡ The VADU XPR Hunters Raffle is LIVE! ⚡

A hunter's dream prize is up for grabs, but your odds are only as good as the tickets left.

🎟️ Limited tickets ⏰ Limited time 🏆 One lucky winner

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09/22/2026

🦆 MEET THE COMMITTEE | CAL HURLEY – VOLUNTEER RECRUITMENT CHAIR, NORTH GEORGIA
Next up in our Meet the Committee series is Cal Hurley, our Volunteer Recruitment Chair for North Georgia!
Cal’s involvement with Ducks Unlimited began four years ago after moving back to his hometown and lending a hand with the local DU chapter. What started as simply helping out quickly grew into an opportunity to get more involved, build friendships and support the work happening across Georgia.
Today, what keeps Cal involved is twofold — supporting the friends he has made throughout the state and knowing that the work being done today is an investment in wetlands for the next generation.
As Volunteer Recruitment Chair for North Georgia, a big part of Cal’s role is helping new volunteers get connected and find their place within DU. And for anyone considering getting involved, his advice is simple:
“It’ll be one of the best decisions you make.”
One of his favorite parts of DU has been meeting people who share many of the same interests — especially a love for the outdoors.
🦆 Favorite Duck: Northern Pintail
🎣 Outside of DU: Enjoys tying flies and fly fishing for both freshwater and saltwater species
🌅 Perfect Day Outdoors: Watching the sunrise from either a boat or a blind
From first lending a hand at his hometown chapter to now helping bring new volunteers into the organization, Cal has found a way to support both the people of DU and the conservation work that will matter for generations to come.

09/19/2026

🦆 MEET THE COMMITTEE | LANIE – STATE CONTENT & COMMUNICATIONS CHAIR

Next up in our Meet the Committee series is Lanie Latty, our State Content & Communications Chair!

Ducks Unlimited was a name Lanie had known for years as her dad attended their hometown DU banquet when she was growing up, but it wasn’t until 2019 that she really began to learn more about the organization and its mission.

That year, her husband joined their local DU committee in Pickens County and, as Lanie puts it, “He dove in head first, and I came along for the ride!”

It didn’t take long for Lanie to find her own reasons to get involved. As someone who loves the outdoors, she connected with DU’s commitment to conservation and saw an opportunity to use her own skills to give back to something she believes in.

Today, as State Content & Communications Chair, Lanie will help tell the story of Georgia Ducks Unlimited. From recognizing the volunteers who make it all possible to sharing chapter events, accomplishments and conservation efforts across the state, her goal is to help more people understand what DU does — and get to know the people behind it.

The people have become one of her favorite parts of DU as well. Through the organization, she has built friendships with people she likely never would have crossed paths with otherwise, all while being part of something that supports her love for the outdoors.

🦆 Favorite Duck: Harlequin Duck
🏆 Favorite DU Memory: Watching her husband receive the Area Chairman of the Year Award and seeing his hard work and dedication recognized
🥾 Favorite Way to Spend Time Outdoors: Hiking — she just wishes she had more time to do it!

What started as simply coming along for the ride has turned into Lanie finding her own place within DU and a way to use what she does best to support the Ducks Unlimited mission.

09/04/2026

🦆 TWO A5s
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09/03/2026

Coming to a banquet near you. The only way to get one of these is at a Georgia DU banquet so don’t miss your opportunity.

09/01/2026

🦆 MEET THE COMMITTEE | JAY – STATE CHAIR

We’re kicking off a new series introducing you to the members of our current Georgia Ducks Unlimited State Committee!

With both familiar faces returning to serve and new members stepping into State Committee roles, we want you to get to know the volunteers helping lead Georgia DU — and the people behind the titles.

First up is our State Chair, Jay Singleton!

Jay has been involved with Ducks Unlimited for 22 years, originally joining because he wanted to be part of something that gave back. Today, he remains committed to DU’s mission of restoring wetlands, protecting wildlife habitat and preserving our hunting heritage.

As State Chair, one of Jay’s biggest priorities is advocating for our volunteers and making sure they have the support they need.

“We volunteer because that’s what we WANT to do, not what we HAVE to do.”

Outside of DU, Jay loves singing Southern Gospel music and spending time outdoors with his family — especially his kids, who he admits can out-fish him most days!

🦆 Favorite Duck: Wood Duck
🏆 Favorite DU Memory: Receiving the District Chairman Award at the 2019 State Convention on Jekyll Island
🎣 Favorite Way to Spend Time Outdoors: Anything with family and close friends

We’re proud to have Jay serving as State Chair and leading our volunteers across Georgia!

Stay tuned as we introduce you to more of our State Committee!

08/25/2026

🚨 FINAL 24 HOURS 🚨
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