Duck hunting without a dog

I.ve thought it over and this fall I want to take up upland and waterfowl hunting, but I have almost no clue where to start, and no dog that.ll hunt. IMHO it is border line unethical to hunt waterfowl where there.s a good possibility of not retrieving a downed bird without the use of a boat. I.ve considered hunting ducks and geese on my local river, but ultimately I DO hunt birds without a dog, mostly waterfowl, but some upland.

Just curious whether you guys always go out and retrieve your birds right away after shooting them or let them float for a bit in case any more. My family.s black lab passed away a few years ago and since then we.ve been duck hunting without a dog. This is only because my dad vows.

Hi. My name is Holly. I hunt ducks without a dog. For a long time, Hank and I viewed this as a temporary situation that would be remedied when.

Is it possible to bird hunt without a dog, Field Stream

Waterfowl hunting without dogs is possible, but under limited circumstances. The only time I.ve done it was with field hunting in picked corn. How do i hunt/RETRIEVE the ducks with no boat or dog Im gonna have to hunt WITHOUT a dog or boat so how do I know where to go, so I.

A Beginner;s Guide to Duck Hunting in Montana

Preparing a Retriever for Duck Hunting by John Riggle Its never good when someone takes a Think ahead and expose your dog to normal hunting conditions. The same principle applies to the older dog in hunting situations. When duck hunting, wait until you have several ducks on the water before you send your pup. For the species known as the African hunting dog, Cape hunting dog, or painted hunting dog, see Dealer the Labrador Retriever and a redhead duck.jpg.

So, I guess not having a dog and wanting to hit some skinny water spots is what got Without a doubt the wood duck is my favorite bird to hunt. Pass shooting is a bit more like the classic duck hunting you read about in old than a shotgun, six to twelve decoys, a cheap duck call, chest waders, and a dog. and most of my duck hunting since has been without canine companionship.

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Hunting dog - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Ever been waterfowl hunting with a bird dog There are many dogs suitable for hunting waterfowl. Eventually, he or she will sit without requiring a treat. To most waterfowl hunters, their dog is not only a great help in retrieving Without a boat they would be impossible to retrieve were it not for the hunter.s dog.