A-Frame blinds. Layout blinds. Wise use of natural vegetation. Learn about these smart waterfowling concealment options and more, in this first installment of our new Waterfowling Secrets series.
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State and Federal lands websites. The HuntStand app. Use these smart tools to zero-in on potential waterfowling hotspots, then complete the circle with on-site scouting that will show the best treelines, and feeding, loafing and roosting areas, so you can experience incredible public-land success.
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Successful waterfowling is all about the details. Safe and productive hunts demand matching your boat to the water and all necessary gear, and ensuring effective on-board camouflage.
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Family vacations. Fishing trips. Your daily work commute. All can be used to help scout local waterfowl populations, and pinpoint likely hunting hotspots you can log in your HuntStand app and tap during the season as needed.
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Here’s the skinny on the makeup of the best decoy spreads from early to late, and hard-won tips that include tweaking your spread in response to the reactions of local birds.
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With southern waterfowling still going strong, here are some proven calling techniques all duck and goose hunters should have in their arsenals.
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What is the best waterfowling gear? Longtime Midwest waterfowl guide Jeremy Dersham weighs in on his list of duck and goose hunting essentials.
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Here are some gems all waterfowlers should heed. Do you regularly scout twice as much as you hunt? Are you always prepared to handle emergencies? Whether it be toting a first aid kit to doctor cuts and scrapes, or extra gear to thwart breakdowns, these hacks will make you deadlier in the field.
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Can the right decoys bring you more waterfowling success? Absolutely. Start by matching your collection to the hunting conditions, and remember that time invested in off-season custom paint and touch-up work seldom goes unrewarded.
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Shouldering as many new shotguns as you can at your local gun store will help narrow your “best fit” choices quickly, and finding the best ammo begins with determining your target birds. Early season teal and woodies call for lighter loads than densely feathered late-season mallards and bluebills.