Cabin Journal
Understanding the Changing Behavior of Mallards
It wasn’t too long ago that you could set out your decoys, settle into your blind, and feel pretty confident that the ducks would come flying in right on cue. But despite your grandfather telling you he had to walk uphill both ways to go duck hunting, it’s actually in [...]
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Understanding Duck Behavior
When you’re out in the blind, waiting for the first light to break over the marsh, it’s easy to be all optimism and mentally estimate how many ducks we’ll get that day. But to consistently bring ducks into range, understanding their behavior is key—especially when it comes to mixing species in your decoy [...]
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Understanding the Slot Pattern Decoy Spread
The slot pattern decoy spread is a strategic setup that creates an inviting landing zone for ducks while guiding them into the optimal shooting area. The core idea behind the slot pattern is to divide your decoy spread into distinct groups, leaving a clear gap—or "slot"—between them. The decoys block [...]
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Understanding Your Hunting Environment
Imagine this: It’s early morning, you’re setting up in a marsh with wisps of mist rising from the water, and the sounds of waking wildlife surrounding you. The excitement builds as you prepare for the first light when ducks start to move. But here’s the catch—your success heavily depends on your decoys.
Hunting [...]
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As we start to come to the end of many waterfowl seasons, it becomes time to store our electronic decoys. With proper storage you will limit many issues in 8-10 months when you are ready to check them for season. We will talk about making sure the decoys get dry, clean, and how to store [...]
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