Early Flight Delta Waterfowl Chapter

08/23/2026

Big news for duck hunters: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has finalized the 2026 Hunt-Fish Rule, creating nearly 1,500 new hunting and fishing opportunities across 32 states—including expanded waterfowl hunting access on 41 national wildlife refuges and fish hatcheries.

For nearly a decade, Delta Waterfowl has worked with members, volunteers, and fellow duck hunters to push for greater public-land hunting access. This year’s final rule includes eight refuges identified as priorities by Delta.

The rule also opens first-ever hunting opportunities at new federal sites and simplifies hundreds of existing regulations to better align with state fish and wildlife laws.

More access. More opportunity. A strong win for duck hunters.

Read more about the 2026 Hunt-Fish Rule and Delta’s work to expand public hunting access: https://deltawaterfowl.org/whats-new/news/usfws-hunt-fish-rule-to-create-more-duck-hunting-opportunities-final/

08/15/2026

Birds of a feather are stronger together. 🦆

We could not be more proud of the conservation and waterfowl hunting community for coming together and making our voices heard.

While organizations, partners, and hunters took part in this effort through different avenues, it was refreshing to see duck hunters put differences aside and unite around something that matters to all of us.

These issues won’t disappear, and the future will bring more roadblocks and challenges. But let’s remember this moment.

We are united by our love for ducks, wetlands and duck hunting — and we are stronger when we stand together.

08/15/2026

We’d love to have you in Pocahontas!

2026-2027 Arkansas Delta Waterfowl Schedule.

Come on out and see us at one of these great local events and support waterfowl conservation!!! 🦆🦆🦆

🔗🎟️ https://deltawaterfowl.org/events/

07/21/2026

07/18/2026

A record-breaking year for Delta Waterfowl Chapters.

Thanks to the dedication of more than 6,300 volunteers across North America, Delta Waterfowl raised a record $16.1 million through chapter fundraising events during the 2025–2026 fiscal year.

This milestone reflects the incredible commitment of our chapter volunteers and supporters who continue to drive our mission to produce ducks and secure the future of waterfowl hunting.

Read the full story and see the impact your local chapter is making by visiting our website.

05/31/2026

This is going to be a great class. Best part- it’s completely free!

Kicking off our "Field to Fork" series next week is Duck Calling 101. Delta Waterfowl Foundation will be joining us on June 4th, covering the history of duck calls and the ins and outs of using one. Each participant will have the opportunity to practice their calling skills and learn a few techniques. Registered participants will receive an extra bonus, so make sure you click the link and use the event code to register for this class and for more details.

https://ar-events.s3licensing.com/
Event Code: 100001050

03/10/2026

We finally had an opportunity to get a picture and formally present our 2024-2025 Early Flight Chapter Volunteer of the Year Award to Elizabeth Kimble at the wrap up meeting tonight! Congratulations and thanks for all you do in being the glue that holds the Early Flight Crew together and keeps everybody straight!!