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2022-2023 Duck Thread

Nutterbuster said:
First year duck hunting I had a single shot 20 gauge and no waders, decoys, or calls. I fetched them up with a kayak or a long stick on the creek.

I have spent several thousand dollars since then, but haven't really had any more fun. I'm too proud to say it, but it's conceivable that I don't kill any more birds either.
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I had a pair of pvc stocking foot waders from K-Mart and a Winchester 1300 pump 12 guage. We could hunt with lead shot back then so I had a MEC jr that I would load shells with. I still have the reloader.
 
Ckwilli said:
I had a pair of pvc stocking foot waders from K-Mart and a Winchester 1300 pump 12 guage. We could hunt with lead shot back then so I had a MEC jr that I would load shells with. I still have the reloader.
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You ever want to part ways with that MEC you shoot me a pm. I'll take it. Same goes for that 1300. They make a great turkey gun paired with an indian creek choke.
 
Micneador said:
You ever want to part ways with that MEC you shoot me a pm. I'll take it. Same goes for that 1300. They make a great turkey gun paired with an indian creek choke.
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I sold the 1300 years ago and still wish I hadn’t. I’ve been thinking about swapping the MEC to 28 guage but haven’t thus far.
 

My son and I did a new video on what I think was Remington’s worst design. Not that it was terrible but a bit unreliable and heavy. Check it out. I’ll probably end up duck hunting with it. Thanks.
 
Was able to make an afternoon goose hunt new years eve. Just bought a rogers sporting goods 3 man A-frame blind. Took two of us two hours cutting Johnson grass with hedge trimmers to get it brushed in.
 

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I finally broke down and camouflaged my “yamahammer.” It was a tough decision but I used plasti-dip. Hopefully if I change my mind it will peel off.
 
Made a quick after work hunt with a buddy. Think we scratched 7 out of two flocks by the end of shooting time.
 

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So...who all has owned the Sitka Timber pack? I hate the idea of $240 for a frame less pack, but I can timber hunt almost every day if I feel like it and it looks perfect for holding shells, a jacket, a thermos, and my gun. Really dig the tree strap with the gun hook and the duck straps.
 
Nutterbuster said:
So...who all has owned the Sitka Timber pack? I hate the idea of $240 for a frame less pack, but I can timber hunt almost every day if I feel like it and it looks perfect for holding shells, a jacket, a thermos, and my gun. Really dig the tree strap with the gun hook and the duck straps.
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No waist belt and no frame or even frame sheet, I'm out.
 
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As much as I love my duck boat I still relish the quiet time in my canoe. Hopefully I’ll finally get into some birds tomorrow.


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So I sprang for the sitka timber pack

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First thoughts are it's really well thought out, but ridonkulously overpriced. Holds coffee, shells, headlamp, and a jacket perfectly. The timber strap and gun hook work like they should. I can get to everything easily on the tree. The duck straps are nice. And I was able to modify my jerk rig decoys so I can strap them to the pack.

It's a really awesome grab-and-go rig for timber hunting wood ducks. Dang near perfect. It just has no business being priced $240. Half that would be about right.
 
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So I sprang for the sitka timber pack

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First thoughts are it's really well thought out, but ridonkulously overpriced. Holds coffee, shells, headlamp, and a jacket perfectly. The timber strap and gun hook work like they should. I can get to everything easily on the tree. The duck straps are nice. And I was able to modify my jerk rig decoys so I can strap them to the pack.

It's a really awesome grab-and-go rig for timber hunting wood ducks. Dang near perfect. It just has no business being priced $240. Half that would be about right.
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So you bought a high dollar coffee carrier that holds decoys? Sounds like a no shame coffee thread post. Lol. Nice pack, I like it.
 
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