You’ve spent the money on the gear. You’ve got the license. But when you’re standing in the dark at the marsh edge, do you actually know what’s legal to shoot — and how to tell it from 40 yards in the air?
This guide fixes that. It’s built for duck hunters in Louisiana, Arkansas, Texas, Tennessee, and Mississippi — everything you need to know before the season and on the water, in one clean download.
What’s Inside the Field Guide
- Species ID — Mallard, Blue-wing Teal, Wood Duck, Pintail, Wigeon, Gadwall. Markings, habitat, calls, and bag limit notes for each
- Season dates & bag limits — State-by-state breakdown for all 5 Southern states, plus federal stamp requirements and species-specific restrictions
- Scouting & water reading — A 3-day scouting system, the 4 features that hold ducks, and a conditions table showing when to hunt and what to do
- Duck blind setup — Step-by-step build guide for under $100 in materials
- Gear checklist — Everything from waders to calls to decoys, with recommendations at every price point
Plus a Bonus Printable — Free With Your Download
You also get a Season Day Checklist — one page, three columns, designed to fold into your blind bag. Licenses, gear, spread setup, and a species quick-reference all on one sheet. Print it once, use it every season.
Instant download · Two PDF files · Print-ready
The Details
- Format: Two PDF files — main guide (~10 pages) + bonus printable checklist (1 page)
- States covered: Louisiana, Arkansas, Texas, Tennessee, Mississippi
- Season data: Based on 2025-26 frameworks — always verify current-year dates with your state agency
- Delivery: Instant download via Gumroad — check your email after purchase
- Price: $14
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