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Q: How to use duck decoys for goose hunting in nj?
I only have duck decoys but i want to hit up the goose season on a pond with my cousins. i have both a duck and goose call. i was wondering if there was a way to bring the geese in with a combination of duck and goose calls with only duck decoys
A: Just set out your duck decoys on the downwind side of the pond. Set up in between the decoys and the upwind side of the decoys. Geese like to come into the wind when landing. They’ll probably circle a time or two. If they have plenty of room to land they’ll set their wings over the decoys and land upwind up the decoys in the clear side of the pond. Use your goose call and give a feeding call. They will pay attention to duck decoys. If the pond is small, it may have to be a pass shoot. If it is big enough, let them land and then flush them.
Q: How far out do duck hunters normally place duck decoys?
My nephew’s friend has been missing for several days…The young man was duck hunting with two friends when he went to retrieve the duck decoys out of the water (by boat). The 2 men waited for him in the “blinds” and said fog rolled in and they lost sight of him. His boat was found 3 miles out in the Trinity Bay, turned over and anchored. They know that the worst has probably happened to him.
I can’t ask my nephew questions because he is too upset, so I am asking you guys. I really would like to know how far out this young man was most likely going to get these decoys. Some sections of their story just doesn’t sound right.
Thanks for all the serious answers in advance.
I suppose I should also ask if the decoys could have floated away? Are they just hollow plastic deals (like children’s bathtub toys)? Seems like they would be hard to keep up with!
A: Decoys are set with in the effective range of the shot gun, which is not far at all I set mine up around 60 yards in most situations.
Decoys are anchored but some can get away if not set up right.
Q: Duck hunting?
When the wind is blowing witch way should the decoys and mojo duck face ( with the wind, against the wind, or cross wind)
A: As the 1st answerer noted they will automatically drift into the wind unless double strung. The Mojo can face either direction as it will simulate landing or taking off.
Dont forget the alarm posture for ducks is for all to be heads up and facing the wind for a quick get-away. A contended feeding or resting flock has birds facing in all directions. To give this impression I rig about 1/3 of my set on the aft hole. The resulting variety of positions and head directions conveys contentment and I believe it helps with species recognition as well since circling birds get more view angles.
Q: How to set up duck decoys?
I have some duck decoys but they don’t have weights, and im hunting on a river. Could i like tie rocks with string on them? How would you set them?
A: The rock idea is not a good one.It would be better to tie one to a good weight and then run the line to several ducks. This way one anchor would be taking care of several ducks. You need to know that the ducks are going to come in against the wind to light. That means if the prevailing winds are from the north(most likely) the ducks are going to circle and come in from the south to light. Make sure the decoys are set to close enough to your blind that the ducks do no come in out of range. I’ve never used a pattern to set my decoys out when I duck hunted but others say they like a fish hook pattern to the decoys set. The location is more important then how they are placed out in my opinion. Put them out in areas of the river that you have seen ducks on the water before. A word of advice here. Do not take your first shot until the ducks have flared their wings and are about to sit down. This is when their speed is the slowest and will give you the oportunity for multiple shots before the ducks gain enough altitude and speed to get out of range. And when you are missing a lot, the odds are you need to increase the lead you are taking on the ducks. Good luck!
Q: What are your duck hunting essentials?
i’ve only gone once, but the guy i went with said warm, earthy colored clothes, a few decoys, a duck call,a gun ( well duh), and a dog or a boat, or some waders. What are yours??
A: It all depends on what type of environment you hunt in. In wetlands or marsh/swamp areas you would want earth tones but also wetlands camo. Wear layers because a cold hunt is a bad hunt. You should have waders in whatever camo pattern the area you hunt in would match well with. You do not need either a boat or dog but they both come in handy, you don’t need the boat if you hunt a creek or pond or if you plan on hunting a walk in blind that is accessible by land, and the dog is helpful but not necessary. Decoys are a very good idea because they help bring in ducks (obviously) and they can make a good area look even duckier. You need to pick an area that looks ducky and make the area look duckier to be more successful. The most important thing would be to make sure that you blend in and do NOT move when ducks are circling over you scoping out your decoys, your blind/boat, your whole spot basically because if they see even the first thing that they don’t like then they will be gone instantly. DO NOT WEAR ORANGE! I have seen so many idiot hunters wearing orange while duck hunting that cannot figure out why they aren’t killing birds. The duck call is very helpful only if you learn to use it efficiently because using a duck call and not sounding like a duck will end your hunt early. Make sure you have your hunting license as well as your duck stamp because a game warden would love nothing more than to write you a ticket for not having your license or stamp. Be sure that you have the plug in your gun because that is the second thing checked by wardens. Know the bag limit for where you hunt and know what the ducks you can shoot look like.
Q: What equipment do you take when you are duck hunting.?
This will be one of my first duck hunts and I am wondering what to take other that decoys, gun, shells, waders. I mean where do I put my gun when I am calling and where do I put my ducks after I shoot them. Also where do I keep my extra shells etc. Thanks for the help.
A: in the timber….you hold your gun in one hand while calling with the other…between groups of ducks we hang our guns by slings on tree branches or sling them over our shoulder….buy a five dollar duck hanger & hang your ducks or hang them up in a bush or lay them on a nearby log…put your shells in your front wader pocket; thats where i keep mine if my coat’s off” & it’s hung over some branch”..if your coat’s on keep your shells in one of you coat pockets…we all carry a “purse”..cant get by without one…in it is a thermos of coffe; box of shells; extra callers; toilet paper; knife; somethin’ to eat; small flashlite…you know; stuff you gotta have but cant carry in your coat….now; we are able to drive our boats right up to where we hunt; if you’re walking in a heavily packed purse is out of the question..fill your pockets with shells; stick a 20 ounce soda in your other pocket & take off!!!!….have fun & be safe.we’ve been hunting the flooded timber since 1968.
Q: Decoy questions for duck hunting?
What is the best kind of decoys to make the ducks come in like mojo mallard or any more brands?
A: I use Flambeau and haven’t had any regrets… with all decoys, I personally would avoid mixing regular size with magnum sized.
Q: Any Tips On Hunting Pigeons?? Decoys, Tactics, Etc…?
I am just starting to get into hunting barnyard pigeons in feedlots and grain fields. I currently have a robo-duck for motion purposes and have just been using whitish gray duck decoys for other decoys. I am just looking to get some more info on decoys or how other people do it. Tips are helpful. Pics would be great!! Also I would like to know what shot size would be best, 20 or 12 gauge. Let me know and thanks a lot for the help!!
A: Pigeons….hmmm. How about silos?-Ya’ always see them there.
Also, use small, white garbage or grocery bags as decoys in the field. Sometimes they will come into those.
Otherwise, just get yourself some “high speed, low drag” varmit rounds for a rifle and have at’er.
-As for shotgun ammo and cal, I highly recommend the 12 ga with cheap, 7 or 6 shot in 2 3/4″ shells.
Q: i read in a book that for duck hunting once the water freezes you can us a black tarp to atrack ducks?
does the black tarp thing really work and if it does how do you make your decoys sit Straight up so they arnt tipped over?? or maybe a blue tarp woks better let me know?
A: Yes I have heard of that but only seen blue tarps used on ice and in farm fields. Ducks are funny at times, had a friend who had a light blue metal roof installed on his cabin. And believe it or not ducks and geese would try to land on it in the fall. lol
Q: Can I hunt ducks without decoys?
I’m new to this so please excuse the question. But can you hunt ducks without decoys? I’m itching to go hunting but I always go with my friends, and they’re out of town this weekend, and they’ve got the decoys. I was thinking of just going out to the lake and calling, or won’t that bring them in and will it be a waste of time? Is there any way to hunt successfully without deeks, basically? Thanks for the help.
A: Yes, you can hunt ducks without decoys. They do improve your chances; on larger bodies of water especially. But they aren’t necessary.
Someone commented on using a rifle. Don’t. Use a shotgun instead.
Q: duck hunting question?
im new to duck hunting and i was wondering if i had to have a blind, calls, and decoys. i hunt over a pond where they land quite often and i don’t have the money to buy a blind. can i just sit on the edge in camo, when is the best time to shoot, and what should the max range be with a 3″ #2 hi power shell coming out of a modified choke on a 12 gauge?
A: You can kill ducks coming into the pond by building a blind out of brush on the bank. You will have much better results if you throw out a few decoys and use a call. The best time to shoot is right at daylight. If you have decoys, puddle ducks such as mallards will decoy in better in the midday period at times. The maximum range with a modified 12 using steel shot will vary from gun to gun and person to person, but for me it is between 30-40 yards. But the shooting will be best if you have no decoys right at daylight. Good luck!
Q: where can i find a remote control duck decoy?
i am thinking about buying a remote control hunting decoy. i have seen there in calbelas for 100 bucks and the reviews are about half and half. also the range is not very far. i wanted to make one out of a remote control boat and a decoy but need to find a small boat that would fit under a decoy and has high fequency. does anyone have one of these and can tell me a little more aout them thanks.
A: I don’t really think they sell them. Cabella’s is most likly ur best choice. You could try Bass Pro Shops, but it’s probaly going to be the same type. Mabye cheaper thats all. Hope this helps!
Q: When Does WalMart put out duck/goose hunting items?
We all go to walmart right? well i was wondering when they put there duck/goose hunting stuff out? Like calls/decoys/coats/bibs/waders/etc. need help PLEASE ????? Thanks in advance
A: Some stores do, it all depends on the location. Ours puts out calls, clothing, decoys, and accessories but usually pull it all about half way through the season. Sometimes you can pick up some pretty cheap clearance items when they are pulled.
Q: Why is goose and duck hunting so expensive?
I want to start but cant afford 1 decoy for $100. Why is it so expensive
A: I buy them by the dozen and I think the most I’ve paid for Flambeau Decoys was about $60 a dozen tops. I have no idea what you are buying or from where but you are most definately being ripped off.
I’ve bought full size,life size Duck wood carvings for $75 to put on my fireplace mantel for show. Are you sure this isn’t what you are talking about? Seriously now…….
Q: Duck hunting read this lol?
Duck hunting
He and a friend go duck hunting in winter, and of course all the lakes are frozen. These two guys go out on the lake with their guns, a dog, and of course the new vehicle. They drive out onto the lake ice and get ready. Now, they want to make some kind of a natural landing area for the ducks, something for the decoys to float on.
In order to make a hole large enough to look like something a wandering duck would fly down and land on, it’s going to take a little more effort than an ice hole drill. So, out of the back of the nw Navigator truck comes a stick of dynamite with a short, 40-second fuse.
Now, these two Rocket Scientists do take into consideration that they want to place the stick of dynamite on the ice at a location far from where they are standing (and from the new Navigator truck), and they don’t want to take the risk of slipping on the ice when they run from the lit dynamite fuse and possibly go up in smoke with the resulting blast. They light the 40-second fuse and throw the dynamite as far away as they can.
Remember a couple of sentences back when I mentioned the vehicle, the guns, and the dog??
Let’s talk about the dog: it’s a highly trained Labrador used for RETRIEVING. Especially well trained at retrieving things thrown by the owner. You guessed it, the dog takes off at a high rate of doggy speed on the ice and captures the stick of dynamite with the burning 40-second fuse about the time it hits the ice. The two men yell, scream, wave their arms and wonder what to do now. The dog, cheered on, keeps coming.
One of the guys grabs the shotgun and shoots the dog. The shotgun is loaded with #8 birdshot, hardly big enough to stop a Lab. The dog stops for a moment, slightly confused, but continues on. Another shot and this time the dog, still standing, becomes really confused and of course terrified, thinking these two geniuses have gone insane. The dog takes off to find cover, under the brand new Navigator truck..
The men continue to yell as they run away. The exhaust pipe on the truck is still hot, so the dog yelps and drops the dynamite under the truck, and takes off after his master.
Then –BOOM– the truck is blown to bits and sinks to the bottom of the lake in a very large hole, leaving the two idiots standing there with this “I can’t believe this happened” look on their faces.
The insurance company says that sinking a vehicle in a lake by illegal use of explosives is NOT COVERED. He still had yet to make the first of those $560.00 a month payments!!!
And you thought your day was not going well.
A: Gotta love ol’ faithful though!
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