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10/02/2007
 

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR)

DNR Releases New Duck Decoying Audio Program

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has a new audio program available for outdoor sports enthusiasts titled “Duck Decoying Tips.” The podcast can also be downloaded and heard on nearly any computer connected to the Internet that can play audio files.

The program features an expert waterfowl hunter and hunter education teacher, John Schroers. He has an impressive resume that includes serving as president of the Minnesota Outdoor Heritage Alliance, a board member at-large of the Minnesota Waterfowl Association, lead instructor for the Minnesota Waterfowl Association’s Woodie Camp for teenagers, and president and vice president of the Minnesota Duck and Goose Callers Association. Schroers has also been a seminar speaker at Game Fair and an instructor for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s young waterfowlers group.

“We were fortunate to have John on the show,” said Steve Carroll, DNR information officer and host of the show. “Besides being an expert waterfowler and champion duck and goose caller, he has a real gift for teaching people about the sport.”

Schroers discusses various types of decoys from the most basic do-it-yourself coots to the most sophisticated photo-realistic and motorized decoys. He also explains how to place them for the most effective hunting. During the program, he also demonstrates several championship duck calling techniques that are sure to bring in the most skittish waterfowl.

Also featured on the show is DNR Boating Safety Specialist Tim Smalley. He has hunted ducks for 50 years, ever since his father took him hunting on Minnesota’s Leech Lake when he was 6-years old. “Tim passes along tips to help waterfowlers stay safe while out on the water,” Carroll said. “He covers topics such as special life jackets that allow hunters to shoulder a gun, how to load your boat safely and cold water survival tips.”

The “Duck Decoying Tips” audio program may be downloaded at www.mndnr.gov.