Duck Hunting Essentials
#1
Thread Starter
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Nashvegas
Posts: 46
Duck Hunting Essentials
Ok, what are the essentials that every duck hunter needs. I have been hunting a lot, but have always borrowed items. I am at a point now where I can afford the things I need and have access to hunting on a regular basis. I will be hunting in the South - Mississippi & Tennessee
Thanks in advance for the replies
Thanks in advance for the replies
#2
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: South East Texas
Posts: 31
RE: Duck Hunting Essentials
Welcome, we are glad to have you.
1. shotgun- 12 ga is most common
2. waders- depending on where you are hunting, these are essential
3. Heavy Camo Jacket- It gets cold out there - camo is very important in duck hunting
4. Calls- get some cheap ones until you learn how to do it right.(get an instructional cd, they help)
5. Ammo- Steel shot only!!!!!!!!!!!!!
those are the bare essentials. you can PM me if you want more info. I'm sure someone else will remember to talk about something i forgot. Have fun, Be careful, and good luck.
1. shotgun- 12 ga is most common
2. waders- depending on where you are hunting, these are essential
3. Heavy Camo Jacket- It gets cold out there - camo is very important in duck hunting
4. Calls- get some cheap ones until you learn how to do it right.(get an instructional cd, they help)
5. Ammo- Steel shot only!!!!!!!!!!!!!
those are the bare essentials. you can PM me if you want more info. I'm sure someone else will remember to talk about something i forgot. Have fun, Be careful, and good luck.
#3
Thread Starter
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Nashvegas
Posts: 46
RE: Duck Hunting Essentials
Thanks for the welcome, I appreciate it. We hunt in flooded timber mainly, as well as corn fields (in pits) sometimes.
As far as the gun is concerned, I have used both a 12 & 20, but I like the 12 better. From what I have read, remington sounds like the best bet, #4 shot (steel) ammo.
I know there is a difference in camo when hunting in timber/reeds/fields, so that shouldn't be a problem.
Any other info would be great..thanks again!
As far as the gun is concerned, I have used both a 12 & 20, but I like the 12 better. From what I have read, remington sounds like the best bet, #4 shot (steel) ammo.
I know there is a difference in camo when hunting in timber/reeds/fields, so that shouldn't be a problem.
Any other info would be great..thanks again!
#4
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Bowling Green, KY
Posts: 295
RE: Duck Hunting Essentials
Shells and ducks. Those are the essentials
In all seriousness. You already have a gun.
Waders
Waterproof Camo
Calls as mentioned before
Decoys a dozen and one or two wobblers
A chessie or the other dog
Friend with a boat and blind
Permament Hall Pass from the wife/girlfriend
Snow cover up North
2's, 3's, and 4's in steel. I use Winchester Drylock or Supremes. or Hevi Shot 4's and 6's when I'm flush with cash. Normally You find me with 3's in steel.
You live just south of me. The ducks are starting to come down a little but they ain't thick yet.
In all seriousness. You already have a gun.
Waders
Waterproof Camo
Calls as mentioned before
Decoys a dozen and one or two wobblers
A chessie or the other dog
Friend with a boat and blind
Permament Hall Pass from the wife/girlfriend
Snow cover up North
2's, 3's, and 4's in steel. I use Winchester Drylock or Supremes. or Hevi Shot 4's and 6's when I'm flush with cash. Normally You find me with 3's in steel.
You live just south of me. The ducks are starting to come down a little but they ain't thick yet.
#5
Thread Starter
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Nashvegas
Posts: 46
RE: Duck Hunting Essentials
Waders
Waterproof Camo - Check
Calls as mentioned before - What's a good "run of the mill"?
Decoys a dozen and one or two wobblers - Check
A chessie or the other dog - Sometimes
Friend with a boat and blind - Check
Permament Hall Pass from the wife/girlfriend - Check
Waterproof Camo - Getting, any preferred brand?
Waterproof Camo - Check
Calls as mentioned before - What's a good "run of the mill"?
Decoys a dozen and one or two wobblers - Check
A chessie or the other dog - Sometimes
Friend with a boat and blind - Check
Permament Hall Pass from the wife/girlfriend - Check
Waterproof Camo - Getting, any preferred brand?
#7
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: South East Texas
Posts: 31
RE: Duck Hunting Essentials
Waterproof Camo - Getting, any preferred brand?
#8
Typical Buck
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: golden co
Posts: 852
RE: Duck Hunting Essentials
Some other items.
1. Facemask
2. Headlight- I like those single LED lights that clip to your hat $15 and weigh nothing.
3. Lots of warm clothing- no cotton. Fleece and wool are best bets.
4. Waterproof gloves.
5. Lanyard
6. A Lab
7. Decoy bag- If doing any hiking in backpack style bag, a lightweight chair is nice.
1. Facemask
2. Headlight- I like those single LED lights that clip to your hat $15 and weigh nothing.
3. Lots of warm clothing- no cotton. Fleece and wool are best bets.
4. Waterproof gloves.
5. Lanyard
6. A Lab
7. Decoy bag- If doing any hiking in backpack style bag, a lightweight chair is nice.