Duck Hunting
4 Tips to combat frozen duck call reeds
Avoid frozen duck call reeds with these four tips from experienced hunter M.D. Johnson and the folks at Slayer Calls.
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The well-dressed duck hunter: Clothing tips for staying warm and dry
Proper clothing keeps hunters in the field longer, so don’t delay. Here are the very best duck hunter clothing tip, guaranteed to keep you warm and dry all season long.
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How to hide with a blind: 5 waterfowler tips for blending in better
Wondering how to hide with a blind effectively this season? Waterfowler M.D. Johnson shares his tips and tricks for fooling ’fowl.
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How to hide on the hunt: 3 common hunting pitfalls and how to fix them
Where have all the ducks gone? Check out these three common hunting pitfalls and tips for how to hide from waterfowler M.D. Johnson.
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Target acquired: Everything you need to know to hunt widgeon
Widgeon are the bread-’n-butter bird for many duck hunters across the country. Check out these tips for hunting them effectively.
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The ‘Skinny’ on Silhouette Decoys: A Q&A with waterfowl calling champion Forrest Carpenter
Silhouette decoys are more popular than ever, but are they worth their salt? Waterfowl calling champion Forrest Carpenter says absolutely — and here’s why.
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Duck Identification, Part 2
In this blog post, experienced waterfowler M.D. Johnson shares part two of his duck identification tips, including how to use habitat, sound, silhouette and color to identify your quarry.
Duck Hunting
Duck Identification, Part 1
In this blog, experienced waterfowler M.D. Johnson shares part one of his duck identification tips, including the differences between dabblers and divers, plus flight details, size and shape.
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A hunter’s guide to waterfowl guns and ammo
Waterfowl hunting requires its own recipe for success. It’s a critical combination of the right firearm or ’fowl gun, ammo and choke tube.
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Hunting gadwall ducks: Everything you need to know
Gadwall ducks are often underestimated, taken as bonus ducks by waterfowl hunters. But there’s a lot to love and appreciate about the gray duck. Here’s what you need to know to hunt them effectively.
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9 things every new duck hunter REALLY needs: Resources and gear
Take it from experienced waterfowler M.D. Johnson: Duck hunters have a lot of stuff. If you’re new to the game and wondering what you need, check out this comprehensive list of gear and resources.
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What’s in a call? 4 common duck calls and how they’re made
Ever wonder what sets one type of duck call apart from another? Find out what makes each call unique, and take a peek beneath the surface with experienced waterfowler M.D. Johnson.
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Why these waterfowlers love the cutdown call for duck hunting
The cutdown call is easily one of the most popular duck calls on the market. Get the inside scoop from two experienced waterfowl hunters, and find out what sets this call apart from the rest.
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Top 5 duck and goose decoy spreads you have to try
Don’t miss out on these top five tried-and-tested decoy layouts, plus pro tips to attract ducks and geese to your blind this season.
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Beyond the quack: Learn the different duck sounds of common species
Gaining the attention of a duck — any duck other than a mallard duck, that is — is simply a matter of speaking their language. Here’s how to do it.
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When you’re waterfowl hunting on public land, don’t be ‘that guy’
No one wants to accidentally be “that guy” — the one who messes up the hunt for other waterfowlers. Our Slayer PRO Staff shares tips to avoid bad behavior and better the odds of a successful duck h...
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Why I duck hunt: The magic and grace of Labrador retrievers at work
Why do you duck hunt? This waterfowler’s Labrador retriever got him into the sport.
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Slayer Calls supports exceptional calling habits for beginners with new duck call
The new Mallard Slayer Double-Reed duck call uses a Delrin soundboard, just-right back pressure and Slayer’s signature design for a call that promotes good habits from Day 1 and sounds like a dream.
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How to choose a duck call
The best duck call for you lets you make the best sounds for your specific circumstances, including terrain, weather and your calling ability. These three pointers can help you choose the right call.
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Duck hunting in freezing, icy weather: Waterfowl hunting in all weather conditions, Part 3
With preparation, the proper gear and safety precautions, waterfowl hunting in freezing, icy conditions can be extremely rewarding.
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How to hunt on bluebird days: Part 2
Duck hunters are weekend warriors who sit caged in an office during the workweek, staring out the window at that perfect, windy weather, hoping the weather pattern holds. Then the weekend comes … a...
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How to hunt ducks in stormy, foul weather: Part 1
The most promising weather condition for us duck hunters is stormy, foul weather. Why? Storms and cold fronts usually bring strong winds and increased cloud cover — both of which can be used in our...
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Duck hunt etiquette — 5 ways to not get invited back on a duck hunt
Avoid these surefire ways to get booted from the blind. Follow our tips, and you'll be swimming in invites.
