Had to change opening spots for work schedule, went to old haunt. Beavers had moved in and water was 2' deeper than what it used to be. Pass shot, but no dog, and dropping birds into the 50 yard swath of beans was not working to my favor. Shot one, lost it. Lots of birds. If I'd had a boat, would have been a better story. 7 miles from the SD border south of Hwy 12
Sunday, went to old reliable. Bro in-law hunted there Saturday in fog, one BWT and missed opportunities. Got there Sunday a.m. and had my limit by 7:15, bro in-law added 4. We packed up at 7:30, while ducks continued to fly.....
Sometimes knowing where the spots are can work for you, tried and true. But these are spots I'm accustomed to shooting ducks at. I don't really go back to places I get regularly skunked.
The South wind... this should keep the ducks from leaving MN. I think I read that in the 50 year plan: "Global warming is anticipated to increase prevalent south winds, which will allow for more 'short stopping' of ducks before they head south."
I know, I'm just an internet hack with no credibility. Maybe one day the guys that get paid to be good will rub off on me and I'll get good like them. Apparently they earn a living at it.