I've had a nagging feeling that my decoy spread is missing that special something. I've noticed a trend when it comes to getting ducks to commit. Either they work me for a long period of time (just circling and circling) and make a few attempts to commit, or they slow down, take a peek and keep going. I'm not so much concerned about the latter, but the former. With this being my second season in GA, I've picked up a few things that work well to attract attention (a mojo and jerk rig), and also taking note of the number and species in the areas I hunt. But I can't help but think there is just that one thing I'm not doing to make a convincing argument. I've hunted from NE NC all they way down to central FL, and each area has unique trademarks that make for the best conditions to get ducks to fully commit. I figure some of you native GA hunters might have an idea of what I might be missing. For instance, in central FL it's best to use odd numbers of GWT deeks (5 or 7, with a 2:1 ratio of drake to hen), or in central NC, a hodge podge of mixed dabblers forming a C shape (best to use 3 differen groups seperated by about 15-20 yds).
If nothing else, tell us a story about a setup that worked well for you.
P.S. the places I hunt in FL and NC a mojo and jerk string are not necessary (in FL, a mojo can scare them off)
If nothing else, tell us a story about a setup that worked well for you.
P.S. the places I hunt in FL and NC a mojo and jerk string are not necessary (in FL, a mojo can scare them off)