Waterfowl
Winter Waterfowl: Keys To Success
Winter Waterfowl: Keys To Success By Ryan Eder Hunting waterfowl during the winter is a true test of a hunter’s grit. Certainly we face challenges throughout the entire season, but the later weeks in the Midwest waterfowl season present some of the most challenging, yet favorable conditions to a successful duck or goose hunt. With […]
READ MOREPreparing for the Late Season Duck Migration
Preparing for the Late Season Duck Migration By Steve Weisman As we move into late October and early November, diehard waterfowlers are chomping at the bit to get into the fall migration. According to Orrin Jones Waterfowl Research Biologist for the Iowa DNR, the potential is there for a great waterfowl migration. “The count for […]
READ MOREHunting Quail in the Snow
Hunting Quail in the Snow By Troy Hoepker Not far from where Southern Iowa’s rolling hills turn into Northern Missouri’s rolling hills, lies my little slice of quail hunting heaven. A sentimental sense of nostalgia hits me walking in the same footsteps of my grandfather and great-grandfather, shotgun in hand, on the farm that our […]
READ MOREWhen the Waterfowl Disappear
When the Waterfowl Disappear By Nick Johnson Iowa just seems to be in that perfect position on the continent that hardly lends itself to be a waterfowl hunting destination state. Maybe imperfect is the better word and many local hunters will refer to it as “The Fly Over State”. Okay, this might be a little […]
READ MOREThe Basics of Waterfowl Spreads
The Basics of Waterfowl Spreads By Aaron Stonehocker As the temps cool and the last of the leaves finish turning from brilliant yellows, reds, and oranges into a dull brown, the energy builds for the waterfowl hunters in Iowa. Iowa falls into the Central Mississippi Flyway and Iowa hunters are lucky enough to have access […]
READ MORETop 10 Mistakes That Will Cost You Ducks
Top 10 Mistakes That Will Cost You Ducks By Ryan Eder When you look at figures and statistics regarding how many ducks the average duck hunter kills in a season you might be surprised. I am willing to bet the numbers are much lower than many of you would suspect. Why? Because hunting waterfowl successfully […]
READ MOREDon’t Be…”That Guy”
Don’t Be…”That Guy” By Buster Beaty Throughout my life, I have stumbled across individuals who cause the rolling of my eyes. I’m sure, with a few reflective moments, you have experienced the same. This being brought to surface, we are going to take a look at the cause of such eye juggling, as it applies […]
READ MOREPurist or Progressive. Where Do You Stand?
Purist or Progressive – Where do you Stand? By Ryan Graden Progressive or Purist? Which one are you? Chances are that you probably lean towards one of these categories but your stance may vary on each end of the spectrum. In my 30 years of hunting I have had the privilege to see the sport […]
READ MOREDuck Blind Tips and Tricks
Duck Blind Tips and Tricks By Nick Johnson Ask any seasoned waterfowl hunter about the importance of a quality, well camouflaged blind and the general consensus will hold it in very high regard. Sure, in some cases you can get away with minimal cover but for the most part, especially if the birds have the […]
READ MORECutting Trees on Iowa’s Public Lands
Cutting Trees On Iowa’s Public Lands By Steve Weisman Want to get a controversy started? Well, let’s talk about cutting trees on Iowa’s public lands! You are going to get a whirlwind discussion for and against. Why is it such an emotional topic? We see people planting trees in their yards and shelterbelts around farmsteads. […]
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