duck hunting

**caver101** · 08-18-2009, 09:33 AM

Not sure where to post this topic at.

I am new to duck hunting. Started last year with a buddy from Birmingham. Hunted in AL, but thats a heck of a drive. Any places in NW GA to duck hunt? Public land?

**Strycnine** · 08-18-2009, 04:14 PM

I've never tried it myself, but I'd love to get on some GA wood ducks

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**shootin&strummin** · 08-18-2009, 07:23 PM

I haven't duck hunted nearly as much as I have wanted to but it's awesome if it is the right setup and a good dog or two.
My last trip was pretty near a total disaster(new dog, gun problems, friend's 14 yr old son who was a complete jackass, truck stuck) but even still it was exciting. I cussed a lot though.
Did some checking and drew a total blank on NW GA...i know there has to be a place.

**lostoutlaw** · 08-18-2009, 07:55 PM

Originally Posted by shootin&strummin

I haven't duck hunted nearly as much as I have wanted to but it's awesome if it is the right setup and a good dog or two.
My last trip was pretty near a total disaster(new dog, gun problems, friend's 14 yr old son and I was was a complete jackass, truck stuck) but even still it was exciting. I cussed a lot though.
Did some checking and drew a total blank on NW GA...i know there has to be a place.

No you don't say

**shootin&strummin** · 08-18-2009, 08:16 PM

Originally Posted by lostoutlaw

No you don't say

That's what I get for finding the kool aid icon. Get it used on me. Pick on the fat kid won't you.

**caver101** · 08-19-2009, 07:49 AM

Going to look and maybe buy a 14' duck boat tonight. I have a few areas in mind. If anybody is up close to Dalton let me know. Gonna need a couple hunting partners this season

**shootin&strummin** · 08-19-2009, 08:59 AM

Glad to see your enthusiasm. I need to get amped up about it again.
I lost my most favorite duck spot when my friend was offered a stupid amount of money for the property last year. I was already looking out for places when you posted.
Unfortunately I'm in SW ga - you'd be closer to N Alabam by a good bit.
I haven't gotten as hi tech as a duck boat or any of that.

The most important piece of gear I have found (especially around L.O.) is a good pair of waders.

**caver101** · 08-19-2009, 09:15 AM

The duck bug bit me pretty hard last year. new shotgun, waders, ect...

We hunted Guntersville last year. Dang there are a lot of ducks on that lake! Its just a heck of a drive....

The boat I am looking at is nothing fancy. Early 90's 14' jon boat with 3hp air cooled motor. Just enough to sneak around the edge of most small lakes/swamps.