Fair Chase in Montana
Big Sky sportsmen petition state authorities to ban spinning-wing decoys, declaring electronic decoys undermine fair chase "by promoting the kill rather than the hunt." This is the complete transcript of their compelling petition. Posted March 7, 2006.

Ethics And Regulation
Should we enact into law ethical considerations? Some say no, others say yes. Howard N. Ellman, an attorney, explains why ethics form the foundation of our entire system of laws and what this means – or should mean - for waterfowl-hunting regulations. Posted July 18, 2003.

Return To First Principles
Have we lost sight of our purpose in going afield? How does this affect the public's perception of hunting? A critical look at waterfowling today. By Howard N. Ellman. Posted Nov. 5, 2002.

The Third Shot Syndrome
Does an autoloading shotgun mean you must fire three rounds every time you shoulder your fowling piece? How can you resist the temptation to fire the third round in the mostly forlorn hope that it will bring down an escaping bird? By Howard N. Ellman. Posted Oct. 22, 2002.

Getting Into The Zone
How can you richly enhance your days afield? Howard N. Ellman suggests we alter our state-of-mind and enter the all-important "zone." He tells you how to achieve this heightened state of awareness and bliss. Posted Sept. 23, 2002.

Reducing Cripple Loss - Part III
The conclusion of our three-part series on reducing the loss of crippled ducks. Should we include lost cripples as part of our bag limit? Is it time for you to buy a retriever? By Howard N. Ellman. Posted Sept. 23, 2002.

Ducks In A Bag
Howard N. Ellman recalls his early days afield to find the apt metaphor for the robo-decoy, the latest advance in duck-hunting technology. This narrative is a "must read." You will not soon forget it. Posted Sept. 11, 2002.

Reducing Cripple Loss - Part II
In our second of a three-part series, the focus is on the killing power of steel shot versus new alternatives. A probing examination that may cause you to select a new alloy this autumn. By Howard N. Ellman. Posted Sept. 11, 2002.

The Cripple Issue - A Challenge With Many Facets
How can we reduce crippling losses? Why is it important? The first of a two-part series by Howard N. Ellman. Posted Aug. 21, 2002.

The Rewards of Fair Chase
How can we increase the pleasure of each hunt? We might consider looking back on our heritage and recalling the importance of fair chase. By Howard N. Ellman. Posted August 8, 2002.

The Roots of Sportsmanship
Writer Howard Ellman examines the roots of sportsmanship and why we need to restore the ethical underpinning of waterfowl hunting. Posted July 24,2002