From poorly placed decoy spreads to misidentification of birds, there’s a lot of room for error when hunting waterfowl. Like any hunting, there’s usually a good amount of experience to gain before becoming proficient at it. That requires time. Blunders are part of the waterfowl hunting journey! Here are some of the biggest mistakes in …
Tennessee is calling you! Depending on where you are in the state, Tennessee duck hunting is some of the best waterfowling you’ll experience along the Mississippi Flyway. From mallards to pintails, when you come to the Volunteer State, you’ll find a range of all your favorite ducks. But before you do that you should understand …
Duck feed? Citrus fruits? Leafy greens? Ever wondered what wild ducks eat when they dunk their faces into the water or completely dive under the surface? Beyond chunks of bread thrown out at the local park (read here why this is actually dangerous), a good majority of us probably don’t give much thought to what …
Many recreational opportunities exist on the 20-mile long, Reelfoot Lake. But for duck hunters looking to fill their limits under the Mississippi Flyway, the big draw are the ducks! As the only naturally occurring lake in the state, this unique northwestern Tennessee gem is home to a dizzying array of waterfowl. With tons of birds …
At HD Guide Service, we believe there is only one thing better than hunting duck: eating duck! There are hundreds of ways to cook it, but we will focus solely on cooking the breast in this post. Here are a couple of amazing duck recipes that are becoming some of our favorites. Duck tends to …
For some of us, the fun factor of duck hunting safety is right up there with watching your fingernails grow. Didn’t we leave that behind in hunter education? Right, we get it. But between firearms, water, and small boats there is a lot that could go wrong. When the excitement of waterfowl hunting seasons hit, …
Today’s duck decoys give waterfowl hunters an incredible edge compared to the decoys our grandparents used. From modern calls to motorized decoys, it seems as if there is a new product coming out every day to help hunters harvest more ducks and geese. This was not always the case, however. Waterfowl Hunting- How Did It …
Every hunter can agree that they have made duck calling mistakes. We have all watched ducks drift away right before the shot. In these moments, you wonder where you could have gone wrong. You might have been seen or you might have made a mistake with your duck call. Below we outline some common duck …
Introducing your child to duck hunting will create lifelong memories for both of you. However, overcoming the challenges of introduction need to be done correctly. You want your child to enjoy duck hunting as much as you do, but you also need them to understand how to do it legally and safely. You are raising …
Here at HD Guide Service, we have two duck hunting blinds on Reelfoot Lake, located in Northwest Tennessee. Both of our duck hunting blinds are used for guided duck hunts. You can view our daily rates here. Our blinds are located in a prime Tennessee location. Hunting with a knowledgeable guide has multiple advantages and …