Duck Hunting: Guide-Tested Techniques for Taking All of the Important North American Duck Species (The Complete Hunter) (Hardcover)

by Creative Publishing int'l (Editor) "For centuries, ducks have been a source of fascination for hunters and nonhunters alike..." (more)
Key Phrases: resemble adult hens, decoy spread, diver hunting, United States, Great Lakes, North America (more...)

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Product Description
Includes information on bird identification and behavior.

About the Author

The editors of Creative Publishing international have created dozens of best-selling titles in the fields of hunting, fishing, home repair, home improvement, home decor, and landscaping.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 144 pages
• Publisher: Creative Publishing international (June 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0865730652
• ISBN-13: 978-0865730656
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.2 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #240,045 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Nice Introduction or Reference, March 12, 2003

By	Arthem "arthem" (Knoxville, TN USA) - See all my reviews

I suppose that if you're buying a book to learn "how" to hunt ducks, then you are (like me) already at a disadvantage. So much in waterfowling is dependent on tradition, community, and access, so there are natural barriers to entry for the novice.

This book does an excellent job providing basic coverage of key duck hunting issues, but it is (of course) not a substitute for a good mentor or listening to some old timers yack about their previous seasons.

Of particular worth are the decoy spreads and the overview of different hunting venues. But perhaps the greatest contribution is the insight on duck-hunting lingo. I was unaware that I was a puddle jumper without a milk run, who had dabbled at pass shooting, but now I know.

Seriously, for those of us stuck in a rut hunting farm ponds, the introductions to river, lake, and flooded timber are intriguing and motivating. The basic waterfowl information is useful, and the various tips, tricks & techniques are all serviceable. This is a very nice introduction for the new hunter, and should serve nicely as a reference volume for those with more experience.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A great introduction to the sport, October 1, 1999

By A Customer

This book offers a great introduction to waterfowling. It combines beautiful photographs with advice from a pair of experts on ducks, equipment, and hunting techniques. It is easy reading... I strongly recommend it.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Duck Hunting (Hunting & Fishing Library), March 23, 2000

By	Canvasbak (USA) - See all my reviews

Excellent book for the novice and expert waterfowler. Useful information from where to hunt, decoy arrangement, boats, gear, etc. This was exactly what I was looking for!