“decoys”

Avian-X Topflight Teal Decoys, available in Blue-winged Teal, Green-winged Teal or Early Season Teal packs, let hunters target a specific species or hunt mixed flocks of ducks in early season plumage.

Avery Outdoors has announced the arrival of its latest waterfowl decoy in the form of its Pro-Grade Flocked Mallard. The new mallard decoy joins Avery's existing line of GHG Pro-Grade decoys, which are designed to have ultra-realistic carvings and paint schemes.

Two can be better than one when bowhunting speed goats. Grab a partner and try these tactics (and decoys) during your next hunt on the prairie.

Waterfowlers love wind. Because birds typically land into it, wind helps to channel ducks and geese in a definitive direction so you can set your spread and hide accordingly. It also moves the decoys, which makes them look more realistic and therefore more likely to fool your quarry.

Every time the sun crests a duck hunter’s decoys, there’s a unique kind of anticipation. All hunters eagerly await what the day might bring, but the diverse list of species that may greet the American waterfowler is unrivaled.

Ducks alive this time of year are pretty adept at spotting trouble. To bag a daily limit now, look toward a high-tech advantage: motion decoys to draw wary birds, a drone to scrutinize your setup from high above and the HuntStand Pro mobile app to find new spots you overlooked months ago.

American Hunter Associate Editor Jon Draper and NRA Publications' Editorial Director John Zent just returned from a late-season goose hunting trip to Maryland’s famed Eastern Shore. The Pro Staff from Avery and Banded provided an opportunity to test the quality apparel from Banded, the awesome decoys from Avery GHG and a chance to experience what the historic area is known for: epic waterfowl hunting.

When prepared properly, goose legs are extremely tender and offer a wide range of cooking options. Season them to taste like your favorite chicken wings, and you’ll be shopping for more goose decoys before you know it.

Just when you thought hunting season was over, think again. Coyote season—if you don’t happen to live somewhere it’s open 365 days a year—is a great opportunity to test not only your patience, but experiment with a wide array of calls, decoys, lights and all sorts of other fun gear.