Topics of Expertise: Waterfowl and Upland Hunting, Retriever and Bird Dog Training, Hunting Gear and Equipment
Years in this Expertise: 20+
Number of Products & Number of Hours Expert has Tested: 3 Products, 30+ hours
Education & Certifications:
Education: Bachelor of Arts, Political Science – University of Nebraska, Lincoln, Juris Doctor/LL.M. in Real Estate Law – University of Illinois, Chicago
Years of Writing: 10+
Certifications: Admitted to practice law in Illinois, Northern District of Illinois, and U.S. Supreme Court
Club or Association Memberships:
Pheasants Forever
Ducks Unlimited
National Wild Turkey Federation
Awards or Recognitions:
Board of Directors, Pheasants Forever
Previous Publications:
Bird Dog In The City: A Five-Part Series, Pheasants Forever Blog
A Farewell Too Soon, November 2021 issue of Ducks Unlimited Magazine
The Power of My Fire, May 2022 issue of Pheasants Forever Magazine
A Word from Douglas E. Spale
While I aspire to travel the world, for now, I am devoted to exploring North American with my devoted Labradors. I enjoy writing about my experiences, in an effort to inspire others to seek their own adventures in the outdoors and enhance our delicate balance with nature.
Although I was fortunate to begin my hunting and retriever career at a young age on the Great Plains, my hope is to make the outdoors a more welcoming space for all experience levels.