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The Bad: Too many birds are lost to crippling every single year in the U.S. alone. Although that number is tough to pin down, one thing is for certain and we can all agree on, it’s far-far too many.

The Ugly: As waterfowlers and wingshooters go, that’s 100 percent on us.

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Together, we can drastically reduce that number — a huge nugget of hope we all should celebrate.

In a time when it seems like our hunting heritage is always under siege, imagine if we, as a community, commit to reducing that awful number of cripples. What would reducing it by even half look like? For one, it puts a significant number of more birds on the nesting grounds each year. Now imagine what increased breeding success could mean. Maybe we’d get more than a single pintail and a few more scaup per day.

Maybe mallard limits in certain regions could follow. Maybe the anti-hunting crowd will ease up a little — but we’re not holding our breath. In the end, more birds for everyone would be a fantastic thing for our hunts, our legacies and our hopes for future generations. All we have to do is do our part and that starts with doing what’s right.

But how?

By changing the narrative. Rethink not only the way you’re hunting, but the tools by which you hunt. Start with a better shell than tired old steel, and we’re not just saying that because we’re a shell company. We’re saying this because it’s the truth, evidenced by the massive decrease in birds dying from lead poisoning after lead became outlawed. That’s proof the actions of the waterfowling community can make a huge difference without the government stepping in and telling us how to hunt. After all, sportsman were the original conservationists.

In a way, voluntarily walking away from lead was the right thing to do. But it came with a new set of consequences. Whereas we were poisoning less birds using non-toxic steel, the issue of crippling birds became a much bigger deal. Steel, no matter what size shot or the absurd speed it claims to reach, just doesn’t hit or penetrate nearly as well. And while the advent of heavier, denser non-toxic shot options were great, they cost an arm and a leg, putting that level of lethality out of reach for most hunters. For years, we’ve had a new reality: We’re poisoning less but now we’re crippling more.

With copper-plated BOSS, we can change that reality. Nearly as heavy as lead and safe in classic barrels, it’s like the good-old days are back in both premium performance and value.

At BOSS, we only sell direct at BOSSshotshells.com. That means there’s no paying retail middleman markups. Just premium shells shipped from our door to yours. For a few dimes more per squeeze, copper-plated BOSS kills like lead without shredding your wallet out in the process. That’s a win-win for your budget and the birds.

With BOSS, start by getting honest with yourself about how you like to take birds. Paddles down and in the decoys? Or pass shooting at 40-plus yards? Most folks start with our 12 gauge 2 3/4” Shorty #5, easily our most versatile load. Once you’ve thought long and hard about your common shooting scenario, screw in a choke. Most go with an IM or a full, depending on shooting distance.

Now, actually put it on paper. That’s real-deal woodsmanship and we’d like to see the waterfowling community get way back into it. Pattern your shotgun and you’ll know exactly what it’s capable of at your chosen distance. If you find a few holes in your pattern, choke it down.

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That’s when you can start fine-tuning shell and shot size, but again most start with the BOSS Shorty.

Next — and this one’s key — No Your Shot. We’re not just talking about saying no to skybusting. That’s amateur hour. We’re asking that you pull off a bird if you know the shot is pushing your effective range. More birds will come, and you’ll reduce your number of cripples even more.

Last, we’d ask you marinate on what you’ve just read. Think about that number and how small changes in our collective thinking can really make a big difference for the birds. Consider joining a conservation org. like DU. And as always, don’t be afraid to reach out to us for help on either social media or through our website. The BOSSmen are here for you and the birds.

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With interactive villages for shooting, fishing, archery, conservation, dogs, biking, off-road vehicles, and music, outdoor enthusiasts of all ages will have a chance to see, try, and buy the latest and greatest outdoor gear. The Ducks Unlimited Expo (DUX), presented by Purina Pro Plan, is your one stop for everything outdoors!

The inaugural Ducks Unlimited Expo presented by Purina Pro Plan will take place on Friday June 25, Saturday June 26, and Sunday June 27 at Texas Motor Speedway, in Fort Worth. It will be history making for Ducks Unlimited! This colossal outdoor event is filled with hands-on demonstrations, seminars, activities, and exhibitions of industry related products. Attendees of DUX will test their skills in a multitude of villages, where novice to experienced sportsman can try the latest products and receive coaching from industry leaders and professionals.

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Saturday, June 26th is packed with activities, staring with the BOSS Shotshells Ducks Unlimited Regional Sanctioned Calling Contest, which features a firstplace prize of $5,000 - the largest prize for any sanctioned contest across the country this year. The Ducks Unlimited Regional will be followed by the Gulf Coast Regional Sanctioned Calling Contest. Both contests are qualifiers for the World Duck Calling Championship in Stuttgart, Arkansas. The DUX Championship Series will

follow Saturday’s sanctioned contests with individual and team Mallard Meat calling.

On Sunday, June 27th contests will continue with individual, and team contests for Specklebelly and Canada Goose calling.

Saturday night kicks off with Duck Jam, an outdoor concert sponsored by First National Bank of Omaha. Duck Jam features certified multi-platinum selling artist, Gary Allan (“Watching Airplanes,” “Every Storm (Runs Out of Rain),” “Best I Ever Had”); multi-platinum hit-maker, Jordan Davis (“Singles You Up,” “Slow Dance in a Parking Lot,” “Almost Maybes”); chart-topper Travis Denning (“After A Few,” “ABBY”); and critically acclaimed rising star, Priscilla Block (“Just About Over You,” “Wish You Were the Whiskey”). In addition to Saturday night’s Duck Jam, the DUX music village will feature several artists from Universal Music Group Nashville throughout the weekend.

DUX will showcase trick shooter demonstrations throughout the weekend from The Gould Brothers (Friday, June 25 only) and Texas native, Travis Mears (Saturday June 26 and Sunday, June 27). DUX also offers hands-on firearms testing from leading manufactures, off road 4x4 and ATV ride and drives, and special appearances from outdoor personalities, Michael Waddell, and Addison Edmonds.

The Expo is an event the whole family will enjoy. Our conservation partner, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, has helped provide kid-friendly activities during the entire expo, including a catch and release pond, waterfowl identification, shooting activities, coloring pages, tattoos, and more.

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DOMINATE THE SKIES WITH SUPER BLACK EAGLE 3 Benelli forever changed the expectations of waterfowl hunters with the introduction of the Super Black Eagle shotgun. Now, the most popular waterfowling shotgun is available in 3-inch versions in 12 and 20 gauges — a little lighter but just as effective and enjoyable to shoot.

“We’ve applied all of the Super Black Eagle 3 enhanced updates and ergonomics to 3-inch 20-gauge and 12-gauge models for 2021,” said Tim Joseph, VP of Brand Marketing for Benelli USA. “We know the 20-gauge in particular will be a welcome addition for hunters who want the feature sets of a SBE3 but prefer a lighter gauge.”

At the heart of the SBE3 is the ultrareliable inertia-driven action, which is centered around an Easy-Locking Bolt System — an enhanced breech-closing system that eliminates the possibility for a shooter-induced stoppage when trying to softly close the bolt or when the shotgun is treated roughly in the blind.

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9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

ATV/UTV VILLAGE

Friday, June 25 All Day Free ATV/UTV ride and drives (must be 18 and older) Saturday, June 26 All Day Free ATV/UTV ride and drives (must be 18 and older) Sunday, June 27 All Day Free ATV/UTV ride and drives (must be 18 and older)

BASS PRO SHOPS/CABELA’S FISHING VILLAGE Friday, June 25 All Day Kids Catch and Release Pond All Day Kayak around the pond All Day Fly Tying and Casting All Day Bait Casting All Day ShareLunker demonstration

All Day

12 p.m.

1 p.m.

2 p.m.

4 p.m.

4 p.m.

6 p.m.

1 p.m. Meet & Greets with Brian Quaca and Wade Middleton 3 p.m. Purina Pro Plan Dog Retrieval – Water Retrieval the

Wildrose Way 5 p.m. Purina Pro Plan Dog Retrieval – Retriever training

from start to finish – Tom Dokken, Dokken’s

Oakridge Kennels

Charlie Evans and Paw Patrol Boat with characters from Paw Patrol KPLX, The Wolf LIVE Broadcast Meet & greets with Brian Quaca, James Niggemeyer, and Wade Middleton Purina Pro Plan Dog Retrieval – Retriever training from start to finish – Tom Dokken, Dokken’s Oakridge Kennels KSCS, New Country LIVE Broadcast Purina Pro Plan Dog Retrieval – Water Retrieval the Wildrose Way Purina Pro Plan Dog Retrieval – Introduction to Retriever Hand Signals – Tom Dokken, Dokken’s Oakridge Kennels

Sunday, June 27 All Day Kids Catch and Release Pond All Day Kayak around the pond All Day Fly Tying and Casting All Day Bait Casting All Day ShareLunker demonstration All Day Charlie Evans and Paw Patrol Boat with characters

from Paw Patrol 11 a.m. Purina Pro Plan Dog Retrieval – Water Retrieval the

Wildrose Way 1 p.m. Purina Pro Plan Dog Retrieval – Retriever training

from start to finish – Tom Dokken, Dokken’s

Oakridge Kennels 3 p.m. Purina Pro Plan Dog Retrieval – Water Retrieval the

Wildrose Way

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TEXAS MOTOR SPEEDWAY, FORT WORTH / JUNE 25-27 BIKE VILLAGE

Friday, June 25 All Day Free electric bike testing on custom track (must be

18 and older) All Day Rockwall climbing Saturday, June 26 All Day Free electric bike testing on custom track (must be

18 and older) All Day Rockwall climbing Sunday, June 27 All Day Free electric bike testing on custom track (must be

18 and older) All Day Rockwall climbing

PURINA PRO PLAN DOG VILLAGE

***Hurry and get your sample of Purina Pro Plan, while supplies last Friday, June 25 All Day Ultimate Air Dog - Watch as canine athletes get air!

See how your canine compares.

1 p.m. Herding Fundamentals with Whistle Commands by

The Quack Pack 2 p.m. 7 Habits of Highly Successful Sporting Dogs & The

Wildrose Way with Wildrose Kennels 3 p.m. POINT! with Covey Find Kennels 4 p.m. Shed Hunting with Dokken's Oakridge Kennels 5 p.m. Flushing Fundamentals with Cato Outdoors 6 p.m. Herding Fundamentals with Whistle Commands by

The Quack Pack Saturday, June 26 All Day Ultimate Air Dog - Watch as canine athletes get air!

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10 a.m. POINT! with Covey Find Kennels 11 a.m. Herding Fundamentals with Whistle Commands by

The Quack Pack 12 p.m. Flushing Fundamentals with Cato Outdoors 1 p.m. 7 Habits of Highly Successful Sporting Dogs & The

Wildrose Way with Wildrose Kennels 2 p.m. Herding Fundamentals with Whistle Commands by

The Quack Pack 3 p.m. Shed Hunting with Dokken's Oakridge Kennels 4 p.m. POINT! with Covey Find Kennels 5 p.m. Finished Flusher Techniques with Cato Outdoors Sunday, June 27 All Day Ultimate Air Dog - Watch as canine athletes get air!

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10 a.m. Herding Fundamentals with Whistle Commands by

The Quack Pack 11 a.m. Flushing Fundamentals with Cato Outdoors 12 p.m. POINT! with Covey Find Kennels 1 p.m. 7 Habits of Highly Successful Sporting Dogs & The

Wildrose Way with Wildrose Kennels 2 p.m. Herding Fundamentals with Whistle Commands by

The Quack Pack 3 p.m. Shed Hunting with Dokken's Oakridge Kennels 4 p.m. Finished Flusher Techniques with Cato Outdoors

BOSS SHOTSHELLS CALLING CONTEST STAGE

Friday, June 25 12 p.m. Calling Contest Registration - Registration for

sanctioned contests closes 30 minutes prior to the

contest, DUX series closes 15 minutes prior to contest.

Saturday, June 26 9 a.m. Calling Contest Registration - Registration for

sanctioned contests closes 30 minutes prior to the

contest, DUX series closes 15 minutes prior to contest.

10 a.m. Unlimited Regional Sanctioned Calling Contest 11:30 a.m.

Gulf Coast Regional Sanctioned Calling Contest Sunday, June 27 9 a.m. Calling Contest Registration - Registration for

sanctioned contests closes 30 minutes prior to the

contest, DUX series closes 15 minutes prior to contest.

10 a.m. DUX Championship Series Calling Contests

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CONSERVATION VILLAGE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH TPWD

Friday, June 25 All Day Educational Wetland Demonstrations All Day Waterfowl Identification by Higdon Outdoors All Day Kids Activities All Day Get Outside Kids Challenge and Gear Giveaway All Day Angler Education All Day Project Wild All Day Community Waters All Day Operation Game Thief All Day Coastal Fisheries Sea Life Touch Table All Day Texas Youth Hunting Program All Day Baytown Catfish Tank 11 a.m. Meet and Greet with Michael Waddell Saturday, June 26 All Day Educational Wetland Demonstrations All Day Waterfowl Identification by Higdon Outdoors All Day Kids Activities All Day Get Outside Kids Challenge and Gear Giveaway All Day Angler Education All Day Project Wild All Day Community Waters All Day Operation Game Thief All Day Coastal Fisheries Sea Life Touch Table All Day Texas Youth Hunting Program

Sunday, June 27 All Day Educational Wetland Demonstrations All Day Waterfowl Identification by Higdon Outdoors All Day Kids Activities All Day Get Outside Kids Challenge and Gear Giveaway All Day Angler Education All Day Project Wild All Day Community Waters All Day Operation Game Thief All Day Coastal Fisheries Sea Life Touch Table All Day Texas Youth Hunting Program

FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF OMAHA EXHIBITOR VILLAGE Friday, June 25 All Weekend DUX Exclusive Raffles 1 p.m.

Cooking Demos and Samples Beef Company 3 p.m.

Cooking Demos and Samples Beef Company Saturday, June 26 All Weekend DUX Exclusive Raffles 12 p.m.

Cooking Demos and Samples

Sporting Chef, Scott Leysath 11 a.m.

Cooking Demos and Samples Beef Company 3 p.m.

Cooking Demos and Samples Beef Company Sunday, June 27 12 p.m.

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from The from Texas from Texas

Cooking Demos and Samples from The Sporting Chef, Scott Leysath

FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF OMAHA CONCERT STAGE Saturday, June 26 6 p.m.

Duck Jam Concert presented by FNBO

OFF ROAD VILLAGE Friday, June 25 All Day

Saturday, June 26 All Day

Sunday, June 27 All Day

Free off-road ride and drives on custom course (Must be 21 or over) Free off-road ride and drives on custom course (Must be 21 or over) Free off-road ride and drives on custom course (Must be 21 or over)

SEMINAR STAGE (LOCATED IN CONSERVATION VILLAGE) Friday, June 25 10 a.m.

2 p.m.

Pre-Season Tune-up by Seth Bynum, DVM Delay the Spay? By Seth Bynum, DVM

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3 p.m.

5 p.m.

Music performance by CB30 Music performance by Boy Named Banjo

Saturday, June 26 12 p.m.

Music performance by Catie Offerman 1 p.m.

The Ultimate Waterfowl Rig with Addison

Edmonds and Can-Am 2 p.m.

Performance by Brandon Lay 3 p.m.

Youth Calling Seminar by Jimbo Ronquest

Limited to 30 – Register at the Calling Contest Stage Sunday, June 27 10 a.m.

Youth Calling Seminar by Jimbo Ronquest

Limited to 30 – Register at the Calling Contest Stage 11 a.m.

Pre-Season Tune-up by Seth Bynum, DVM 12:30 p.m.

Music performance by Kylie Morgan 2 p.m.

Music performance by Adam Hambrick 3 p.m.

The Ultimate Waterfowl Rig with Addison

Edmonds and Can-Am (Ultimate Rig Giveaway)

SHOOTING VILLAGE

Friday, June 25 All Day Test Air Rifle Skills with Texas State Rifle Association All Day DUX Exclusive Raffles 12:30 p.m.

Beretta USA, Beretta A300 Ultima 1:30 p.m.

Gould Brothers – Trick Shooting 2 p.m.

Meet and Greet with Cable Smith 2:30 p.m.

BOSS Shotshells – Put it on Paper 3:30 p.m.

Beretta USA, Beretta A300 Ultima 4 p.m.

BOSS Shotshells – Put it on Paper 5:30 p.m.

Gould Brothers – Trick Shooting Saturday, June 26 All Day Test Air Rifle Skills with Texas State Rifle Association All Day DUX Exclusive Raffles 10 a.m.

Gould Brothers – Trick Shooting 11 a.m.

Travis Mears, Texan and Trick Shooter 11 a.m.

Youth Calling Seminar with Jamie Belknap 12 p.m.

BOSS Shotshells – Put it on Paper 1 p.m.

Gould Brothers – Trick Shooting 2 p.m.

Meet and Greet with Cable Smith 2 p.m.

Travis Mears, Texan and Trick Shooter 3 p.m.

BOSS Shotshells – Put it on Paper 4 p.m.

Travis Mears, Texan and Trick Shooter Sunday, June 27 All Day Test Air Rifle Skills with Texas State Rifle Association All Day DUX Exclusive Raffles 10 a.m.

Gould Brothers – Trick Shooting 11 a.m.

Travis Mears, Texan and Trick Shooter 11 a.m.

Youth Calling Seminar with Jamie Belknap 12 p.m.

Meet and Greet with Cable Smith 12 p.m.

BOSS Shotshells – Put it on Paper 1 p.m.

Gould Brothers – Trick Shooting 2 p.m.

Travis Mears, Texan and Trick Shooter 3 p.m BOSS Shotshells – Put it on Paper

SHOOTING VILLAGE — ARCHERY RANGE Friday, June 25 All Day All Day 2 p.m.

Bowhunter Challenge Introduction Archery Shooting by TPWD Byron Ferguson, Master of the Longbow

Saturday, June 26 All Day All Day 11 a.m.

2 p.m.

Bowhunter Challenge Introduction Archery Shooting by TPWD Byron Ferguson, Master of the Longbow Byron Ferguson, Master of the Longbow

Sunday, June 27 All Day All Day 11 a.m.

Bowhunter Challenge Introduction Archery Shooting by TPWD Byron Ferguson, Master of the Longbow

*Schedule subject to change

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The Ducks Unlimited Expo (DUX) is a sportsman’s paradise to see, try and buy the latest and greatest that the outdoor industry has to offer.

In the DUX Shooting Village attendees will have the opportunity to test and purchase firearms from leading manufacturers.

SHOOTING VILLAGE

FAQs

What Gun Ranges are at DUX? DUX features a Shotgun range, a Rifle & Pistol 100 Yard Range and a Rifle 300 Yard Range. Besides shooting lanes designated for each firearm factory on the Ranges, DUX also features General Lanes where you can flexibly shoot a mix of most brands of firearms in one lane.

Can I purchase a firearm while at DUX? Firearms will be available for purchase at DUX. Firearm Factories are attending and each factory hosts a shooting tent on the range with firearms on display and available for live shooting. If you choose to purchase a firearm your order will be placed and processed with our DUX FFL dealer Reeds Family Outdoor Outfitters. Reeds will then ship your firearm, with free shipping, after the event to your local FFL for final paperwork and background check.

You will not leave DUX with a purchased firearm, as no firearms will be transferred on-site at DUX. What does it mean “Buy at DUX & Earn Bucks for the Ducks”?

A portion of all purchases of firearms and ammunition at DUX is donated to Ducks Unlimited. Five to ten percent of all purchase amounts made will be provided to DU in a payment, net of sales tax, credit card and delivery fees.

Is there a cost to shoot at DUX? There is a minimal fee of $5 per shooting ticket, which is good for any type of ammo needed to shoot the Demo Guns at the range. Each ticket is redeemed for 5 shots at any shooting booth on the shotgun and/or rifle/pistol range.

You can purchase one or multiple tickets at the shooting ticket tent at the entrance of the shooting village.

Are there age restrictions for shooting?

Yes, Archery, BB, pellet, and air rifle all have no age requirements. Rifle and shotgun have a restriction of 12 & over, while pistol is restricted to those 21 & over.

Will eye and ear protection be provided?

Eye and ear protection will be provided and required by all shooters.

Do I need to complete a waiver to participate in shooting?

Yes, all attendees who would like to participate in any activity at DUX will need to complete a waiver each day.

Visit any wavier tent to complete your waiver.

Insider Tip: Use the QR Code on this page to fill out your waiver on-line before you arrive at DUX. Can I purchase ammunition at DUX? There are multiple manufacturers that will be selling ammunition at DUX. Yes, the ammunition is in-stock at DUX and you can pick up the ammo on-site, as you leave DUX. There are daily limitations on how many boxes each person can buy per style of ammo.

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