Waterfowl

WIDE WORLD OF WATERFOWLING.

Prepare for duck season all year-round with our huge collection of waterfowl hunting videos and articles. From the most effective calls, blinds and decoy arrangements, to the mouthwatering recipes that make it all worthwhile. You’ll learn valuable lessons for duck season success from the comfort of your home.

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Unknown and Blind Retrieve Sequences

Mossy Oak Kennels Head Trainer Bill Gibson gives us three sequences of unknown and blind retrieves to advance a retriever to the next level and discusses the desired skill sets gained from the drills and areas of success or room for improvement to look for.

Waterfowl, Dogs, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Kennels

A Plea for Water & Habitat in the Klamath Basin

The Klamath Basin is a critical component of the Pacific Flyway affecting waterfowl populations like pintails broadly. Are policies and management in place to manage water resources to sustain waterfowl habitat and harvest in the face of a changing climate?

Waterfowl, Conservation, Land Management, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Kevin VanDam on Being a GameKeeper and a Hunter

When VanDam doesn’t have a rod and reel in his hand, chunking, winding and competing to win $100,000 or more, he loves to get on his tractor or pick up his chainsaw and improve his 325-acre farm for wildlife

Turkey, Fishing, Deer, Waterfowl, Conservation, Land Management, Mossy Oak Fishing, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Nativ Nurseries, BioLogic

Gun Fit for the Wingshooter

When it comes to ‘shooting flying’ many wingshooters who struggle to hit birds consistently do so because of they are shooting a shotgun that simply doesn’t fit them properly.

Small Game, Waterfowl, How-To, Firearm

Correcting an Independent Retriever

“Self-employed” in this context means that the dog decides he does not have to obey you, as the handler, because he knows what to do better than you do.

Small Game, Waterfowl, Dogs

Retriever Steadiness Training

Two of the most important attributes of a started or finished dog in terms of safety and hunt quality are complete quietness in the duck blind and steadiness to and during flush, shot, and fall. There is nothing more annoying during a duck hunt than a dog that whines or barks when birds are working, or more dangerous than when a pup breaks on the sound of gunfire.

Waterfowl, How-To, Video, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Kennels

Father's Day Hunting and Fishing Wishlist

Dads are important. They taught you how to hunt, how to fish, and helped you drag plenty of deer. Dads are teaching the next generation how to appreciate the outdoors, too. There's so many reasons to thank the dads in your life, so here's a few suggestions on gifts that'll make them feel appreciated. Hunting Gifts for Dad Hunter Safety System Mossy Oak Pro Harness $169.99 Keep Dad safe in the woods this fall with

Turkey, Fishing, Big Game, Deer, Waterfowl, Predator, Conservation, Land Management, Gear

Gift Ideas for Hunting and Fishing Moms

The women in our lives deserve a whole lot of love and respect. Whether they hold down the fort back home or are right there next to you in the woods or on the lake, they'll love a gift that continues to connect them to the outdoor way of life. From wildflowers and trees to field gear and clothes, here's a list of awesome gifts for women that love the outdoors. Nativ Nurseries' Lanceleaf Coreopsis

Turkey, Fishing, Big Game, Small Game, Deer, Waterfowl, Gear

Criteria for Choosing a Retriever Puppy

Picking out a puppy as a future hunting companion is no easy task. There are certain things to look for when choosing a puppy to join your family. Mossy Oak GameKeeper Kennels' Bill Gibson shares 4 steps he uses to evaluate a puppy.

Waterfowl, Dogs, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Kennels

The History and the "Why" of Wood Duck Boxes

Once thought to be the most abundant waterfowl species in North America, they were nearly gone by the early 20th Century.

Waterfowl, Conservation, Land Management, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Four Keys to Successful Wood Duck Boxes

With the increase of urbanization and short-term timber harvesting, wood duck nesting habitat is decreasing. Most timber stands are currently managed for the quickest return possible. Therefore, old growth and mature hardwoods, which provided cavities for wood duck nesting, are decreasing. So what can we do about this decline? Install wood duck boxes!

Waterfowl, Conservation, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Hunt Monkey Performance Gloves Partners with Mossy Oak

Fish Monkey Hunt Monkey Performance Gloves and Socks is proud to officially announce a partnership with Mossy Oak, industry-leading camouflage company.

Big Game, Deer, Turkey, Waterfowl, Mossy Oak Bottomland, Mossy Oak Shadow Grass Blades, News

"Instant Old Friends" of 30 Years: The History of Companions

Companions. It’s a word that evokes an old buddy helping you drag out a deer, a good dog acting as your shadow, a cold drink on the front porch with your loved ones.

Small Game, Deer, Turkey, Waterfowl, Fishing, Conservation, News, Mossy Oak

Hunting the Flooded Timber of Arkansas

The flooded timber of Arkansas is quite famous in the world of duck hunting as it is unique and plentiful.

Waterfowl

Teaching the Art of Wingshooting

Sharing the knowledge of wingshooting with a young or new hunter begins with patience. Swinging the business end of a shotgun can’t begin until gun safety is addressed, and then the likely initial results will be lots of missed birds.

Small Game, Waterfowl, How-To, Firearm