The New Hunters Guide

Can you really hunt ducks without a dog? I have done it for years and in this episode, I share some tips I've learned along the way.

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Some duck hunters spend a lot of time in waders, and there is more to them than just keeping you dry. This is a deep dive episode into duck hunting waders. Here is the TideWe 18% off discount code, use it at checkout: GK18. And find TideWe waders here. Thank you to TideWe for giving me waders and other gear, as well as this discount code and this affiliate link, if you use them, I earn a small commission that helps support the show.

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If you are planning to hunt ducks, there is a really good chance you are going to need a shotgun and some ammo, so this is a dedicated episode on those subjects for new hunters. Thanks to Tetra Hearing for sponsoring this episode. Get your FREE Tetra Hearing 2-Year Extended Service Plan when purchasing a device. Simply add this Service Plan to your cart and use this code at checkout: NEWHUNTERSGUIDE. When you use my link or discount code to make a purchase, I earn a small commission, thanks for your support. 

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I think having fewer moving duck decoys is better than having more decoys that stay still. In this episode I share some tips on how to create motion decoys for cheap.

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If you want to hunt ducks, you probably are going to want some decoys. And in this episode, I am going to give you some tips to help you get started. 

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On this episode I cover much of the gear you may need to start duck hunting. Thanks to Tetra Hearing for sponsoring this episode. Get your FREE Tetra Hearing 2-Year Extended Service Plan when purchasing a device. Simply add this Service Plan to your cart and use this code at checkout: NEWHUNTERSGUIDE. When you use my link or discount code to make a purchase, I earn a small commission, thanks for your support. 

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There are many ways to hunt ducks, and each has a time and place where it can be effective. On this episode I cover four strategies for hunting in different conditions to help get you started.  

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The most important thing you need to hunt ducks, is ducks. On this episode I talk about several strategies for finding a good spot to hunt ducks.

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Duck hunting is an amazing tradition and past time that is both fun and challenging to break into. In this episode I talk about three major parts of duck hunting to help orient you to the sport so you can get started!

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Duck hunting is an amazing pursuit and there is good reason, it can quickly become a treasured hobby for many of those who give it a try. On this episode I talk about my top 10 reasons you should hunt ducks!

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Hunting pheasants with a dog provides multiple potential advantages, but that does not mean you cannot successfully take birds without one.

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Hunting birds can be a lot of fun. On this episode, I share tips about how to get started chasing pheasants, grouse, doves and more.

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So, you want to be a better bird hunter. On this episode, I share some tips that I think will help you up your game in the off season. 

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Being aware of an obstacle may help you overcome it. On this episode, I talk about what I think is the single biggest obstacle to being a great hunter. 

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The fun of the hunt does not need to end once you bring a turkey home. I think it can extend right into kitchen by doing some special things to cook these special birds. On this episode I share some wild turkey cooking tips.

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Is the 20 gauge the future of turkey hunting? On this episode I try to answer that question and provide some ideas as to why the 20 gauge may appear more popular than it is. 

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Is there a best choke tube for turkey hunting? And if so, is it worth trying to find it? These are the questions I tackle on this episode. 

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On this episode I try to save you some precious scouting and hunting time by giving you my list of top public land areas to NOT find turkeys. 

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A good hunt may result in you walking out the woods with a turkey. But it is possible to walk out of the woods with something even more valuable. On this episode I talk about hunting morel mushrooms along with turkeys. 

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Can you effectively hunt turkeys in the evening? The answer to that question is yes, and on this episode, I provide some tips on how to do it. 

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Should you hunt turkeys with a red dot? In this episode, I give you five reasons why you might want to give it a try. Thanks to Tetra Hearing for sponsoring this episode. Get your FREE Tetra Hearing 2-Year Extended Service Plan when purchasing a device. Simply add this Service Plan to your cart and use this code at checkout: NEWHUNTERSGUIDE. When you use my link or discount code to make a purchase, I earn a small commission, thanks for your support. 

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Do you need to buy expensive turkey hunting ammo, or can target loads do the job? On this episode I share more than just ideas, I have some data.

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I think hunting is able to change people's live, and on this special episode I am going to share several ways that I think that can happen.

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If you walk into the turkey woods and do not hear any gobbling, can you still take a turkey? I've done it, and on this episode I am going to share tips that can help you do it too.

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I think it can be both easy and cheap to travel for turkey hunting. On this episode I share tips about how you can plan a turkey hunting trip on a budget.

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There are many shotguns out there that could be ideal for turkey hunting. On this episode, I share tips that can help you find a turkey gun that is a good match for you and your hunting style. Thanks to Tetra Hearing for sponsoring this episode. Get your FREE Tetra Hearing 2-Year Extended Service Plan when purchasing a device. Simply add this Service Plan to your cart and use this code at checkout: NEWHUNTERSGUIDE. When you use my link or discount code to make a purchase, I earn a small commission, thanks for your support. 

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Hunting turkeys on big land is one thing, on this episode I talk about how to hunt turkeys on big land that you have never seen before. And, as mentioned din the episode, here is my video on how to scout turkeys with maps and apps: https://youtu.be/lVWQRWBlYec?si=kuDTeNat0dPHIDds

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On this episode I talk about basic turkey hunting gear, including calls, vests, footwear, clothing, and some other items. I try to differentiate between what is more important and less important. Thanks to Tetra Hearing for sponsoring this episode. Get your FREE Tetra Hearing 2-Year Extended Service Plan when purchasing a device. Simply add this Service Plan to your cart and use this code at checkout: NEWHUNTERSGUIDE. When you use my link or discount code to make a purchase, I earn a small commission, thanks for your support. 

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If you are like me, you are a hunter who spends a lot of time around non hunters. I think this creates opportunities and challenges. I encourage you to both represent yourself authentically while also being a representative of the sport seeking to build bridges and grow respect for the hunting community. In this episode I share what I think are some practical tips on how to do that more effectively.

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I think that duck hunters pursuing crows in the off season can help hunters in multiple ways, including but not limited to getting more experience wing shooting. Listen to this episode for the details!

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I think winter is perfect for crow hunting and I think there are some advantages to hunting them at this time as well. In this episode I share some of the reasons why I think you should give it a try. Always check your local seasons and hunting regulations first.

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Some people conclude their hunting once winter fully sets in, but I think it is the perfect time of year to start hunting predators and in this episode I share reasons why. Always check your local seasons and hunting regulations first.

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Is it safe to wait overnight to recover and process deer in the morning during the winter? On this episode I share some information that I sourced from a professional butcher and whitetail hunter. 

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No matter how cold it gets outside, the deer are still there. But does it ever become too cold to hunt them? On this episode I talk about some of the impact that extreme cold can have on both deer and hunters. 

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Do all ducks leave for the winter, or can you still have success up until the last day of the hunting season? My answer for this question is "it depends", so listen to this episode for more. I also share some late season waterfowl hunting tactics, and a very important warning.

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Should you use the same ammunition for head shots vs. body shots in waterfowl hunting? That may sound like a strange question, but it is a real topic, and the focus of this episode. 

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Does snow help or hinder deer hunting? On this episode I talk about some of the pros and cons of hunting deer while it is snowing and after the fact. This episode is sponsored by Midwest Gun Works, use the code NHG25 at checkout to get free shipping on your first order at www.MidwestGunWorks.com, some exclusions apply, see website for details.

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If your deer hunting season is not going the way you want it to, then this episode is for you. I share tips that can help the desperate deer hunter who wants to break the pattern of failure and find success. 

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How do you find wounded ducks? On this episode I share tips to wound fewer birds and to quickly find and recover more of the birds that you do wound. This episode is sponsored by Midwest Gun Works, use the code NHG25 at checkout to get free shipping on your first order at www.MidwestGunWorks.com, some exclusions apply, see website for details.

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What is more effective for hunting ducks, pheasants, and other birds, more potent loads or lighter loads with less recoil? On this episode I dig into this question to try and help you make good decisions based on how you hunt. Thanks to Tetra Hearing for sponsoring this episode. Get your FREE Tetra Hearing 2-Year Extended Service Plan when purchasing a device. Simply add this Service Plan to your cart and use this code at checkout: NEWHUNTERSGUIDE. When you use my link or discount code to make a purchase, I earn a small commission, thanks for your support. 

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