10 Best Duck Hunting Spreads
Updated on: December 2023
Best Duck Hunting Spreads in 2023
HolyShirts Duck Hunting Knowledge Duck Anatomy Duck Decoy Spreads Poster (24 inches x 36 inches)
HolyShirts Duck Hunting Knowledge The Duck Hunter's Dilemma Never go Wrong with These Duck Decoy Spreads Poster (24 inches x 36 inches)
- Printed on 200 GSM paper
- Edge-to-edge print with no borders
- Dimensions : 16 inches x 24 inches or 24 inches x 36 inches
- Printed in the U.S.A.
- This item is unframed
MOJO Outdoors Rippler Vibrating Motion Duck Decoy
- TOP OF ITS CLASS: Innovative life-like design
- BRING YOUR SPREAD TO LIFE: Realistic mallard drake body
- PROVEN DESIGN TO COAX IN MORE GREENHEADS: Specifically designed motion to create ripples just like live ducks
- STAY IN THE BLIND ALL DAY: Operates up to 6-8 hours on 4 AA batteries (not included)
- BUILT TO LAST A LIFETIME OF HUNTING: Easy battery installation through removable screw-lock housing
DecoyPro Decoy Gloves Waterproof – Elbow Length Duck Hunting Decoy Gloves Neoprene – Textured Grip – Insulated Waterproof Decoy Gloves Hunting - Wader Gloves
- WATERPROOF DECOY GLOVES FOR JUST $22.97! Some elbow length duck hunting decoy gloves neoprene cost $60 or more. These insulated waterproof decoy gloves are perfect for any duck hunter.
- ELBOW LENGTH DESIGN – With these elbow length waterproof decoy gloves hunting you will be able to keep your hands dry and warm while setting up and taking down your duck decoy spread.
- TEXTURED GRIP SURFACE – These decoy gloves have a specially designed grip surface on the fingers and palms so you can have a tight grip on your decoys and decoy lines as you place them in the water.
- SOFT INSULATED LINING - Designed with comfort and warmth in mind, the inside of these gloves are lined with 5mm thick soft neoprene to keep you warm and comfortable during your hunting trips.
- ONE SIZE FITS MOST (Medium to Extra Large) - Designed to fit well on a variety of hand sizes (Medium to XL) for a natural and comfortable feel.
Lucky Duck Waterfowl & Hunting Quiver Butt Decoy
- Add more life to your spread with the Quiver Duck Butt HD, which creates realistic ripples for the perfect addition during calm water days
- The updated Quiver Duck Butt HD has a water activated switch that turns the decoy on as soon as it touches the water
- The design mimics feeding ducks and creates movement
- Gear driven quiver provides a longer battery life
- Runs on 4 AA batteries (not included)
MOJO Outdoors Flock A Flicker Motion Spinning Wing Duck Decoys (6 Pack)
- BRING YOUR SPREAD TO LIFE: Mimics the flash given off by real ducks
- EASY TO USE: Includes 6 units pre-programmed with random ON/OFF times
- BUILT TO LAST: Housed in waterproof casing
- WILL RUN ALL DAY LONG: Operates up to 30 hours on 3 AA batteries (not included)
- VERSATILE: Works great with dove and pigeon
Avian-X Top Flight Wigeon Duck Hunting Decoys 8084
- 6 Pack of Wigeon Decoys.
- We spent countless hours watching these birds in their natural environment so we could better understand the bird and select the correct posture to create the best wigeon decoys ever created.
- Extremely realistic paint scheme made of non-chip paint
- Hard molded rubber decoys that will last for multiple seasons
- Forward swim weighted Keel
Higdon Outdoors XS Pulsator, Mallard Drake 12V Hunting Decoy, Multi (50033)
- Ultra-realistic rocking and feeding motion
- Built-in timer surges a brilliant spray of water
- Easy to Use, lightweight one-piece design
- Operates in as little as 6” of water
- Long lasting 7-hour runtime
- Internal battery charges in just 3 hours
MOJO Outdoors Elite Series Mini Mallard - Duck Hunting Motion Decoy (New)
- Innovative design for less Wobble; motor, transmission, power Supply System and body are all attached to an easily accessible structural support frame, meaning smoother, quieter and faster Operation
- Special removable housing Comes enclosed in a precise-fitting decoy skin with true-to-life feather detail and color for an ultra-realistic look
- Easy to set up with Cam lock support pole, drop-in Battery holder, and easy on/off magnetic-attached Wings
- Solid component housing connects motor and Wings directly to the support pole is durable, quiet, and minimizes rattle
- Also available in a hen style housing; entire housing can be easily removed from body for simple Cleaning and maintenance; runs on 4 AA batteries (not included)
Redneck Convent Decoy Crimps – 2MM Decoy Line Crimps for Duck Decoy Weights and Decoy Spread .5in Crimp Sleeves, Pack of 100
- QUICK LOCKING CRIMP SYSTEM: Effortlessly organize and add decoy weight pieces to your duck decoys by using the Redneck Convent 2MM Double Barrel Crimp Sleeves; This 100 pack of decoy cord crimps allows you versatility with large quantities of decoys and provide an extremely tight hold on your duck decoy line
- LARGE CRIMP SLEEVES FIT YOUR DUCK DECOY CORD: Each crimp sleeve piece features two-barrel openings that have inner diameters (ID) of 1/8-inch (.3 cm); Designed to fit PVC cord up to 2mm thick; Works with most decoy string line on the market including 400lb monofilament; .5-inch (1.3 cm) length holds onto your decoy line securely
- EASY TO USE: Constructed of rust-proof, non-toxic aluminum, these decoy accessories are easy to use; Simply slide the crimp onto your decoy line and loop the line back into the other side of the crimp; Use crimping pliers or vice grip (not included) to crimp each side shut; Add weights if desired
- ADD WEIGHT TO YOUR DECOYS: Add heavy decoy anchors and weights to keep your decoys in place while you hunt; Lock your decoys weights in place by creating loops to connect the weight to your decoy clips; Use as fishing line crimps to attach weights and other gear
- PERFECT FOR DECOY RIGGING: Decoy crimps are compatible with any decoy style including ducks, geese, or other waterfowl; Great for long line decoy rigging or use with our 6 pack of Mallard Duck Decoys to create the ultimate decoy spread
Five Strategies to Improve Your Duck Decoy Spreads
Every duck decoy spread can use a little sprucing up to improve its look and feel to passing ducks. This article gives 5 tips to enhance your spread.
Create A Landing Zone That Is Easy For The Ducks To Use
The ultimate reason for a decoy spread is to entice ducks to land in or next to your decoys to allow for high quality shots. To that end, make sure that you have a well defined landing zone for the ducks to see and land in. Remember that ducks prefer to land into the wind whenever possible, so set up your landing zone to funnel them to a spot close to your blind that allows them to land into the wind. Getting ducks to land close is paramount in increasing your number of ducks taken.
Add Motion To Your Spread
Nothing looks more unnatural to ducks than a spread that is devoid of motion. This is especially true on those calm days in the duck blind. To combat this there are several ways to add motion to your spreads. The most obvious way most people go is with a spinning wing decoy. These mimic a duck landing. Other popular and effective ways are battery powered swimming decoys, a goose or duck flag similar to those used by goose hunters in the field, and the quiver magnet. However, perhaps the easiest and cheapest method is the tried and tested jerk cord. Simply attach a string to a decoy, run it through a weight and bring the string back to the duck blind. When ducks make their pass tug on the string and you have ripples in the water. Ducks love it and it will do wonders to your spread.
Supplement Your Spread With Confidence Decoys
In addition to duck decoys, it is always a good thing to add some confidence decoys to set the ducks' mind at ease when they are approaching your spread. This is a great way to set your spread apart from all the neighboring duck hunters set up on your local slough. Simply add in a few of these decoys and the ducks will be more likely to come close for a good shot. Great confidence decoys include coots, great blue herons, swans, and even goose decoys. Just remember that in order for them to work in your favor, the species you are adding to your spread is common or at least known to frequent the area you are duck hunting.
Match The Size Of Your Spread To The Ducks
This step takes a bit of scouting before hand to implement but can pay off in spades when utilized correctly. Watch to see how the ducks in the area you are hunting naturally congregate. Are they generally set apart in small groups of 2-10 ducks or are they wont to be next to their closest 100 buddies. This can also change with the weather pattern. In warm patterns common early in the season ducks often are loosely arranged with small family groups and similar spread about. A smaller decoy spread can work wonders in this situation. Later in the season when you are targeting those diving ducks it will likely be colder and the ducks will naturally form large flocks. In this case breaking out every decoy you have and setting them out is the ticket. Just remember you are trying to mimic the reality of your duck hunting spot whenever possible, so if you can get some clues from the ducks themselves all the better.
Make Sure The Decoys In Your Spread Match Your Location
This is a small detail that most people overlook. When you go to your typical duck slough you will see decoy spread after decoy spread chock full of mallard decoys. Don't get me wrong, these can work great, but if you can fine tune your spread to include ducks that are common in the area and are what you are targeting while hunting even better. Watch the skies as you are scouting or hunting. What ducks do you see that aren't in your spread? Great additions include wood duck, widgeon, teal, and especially goose decoys. If a particular species of duck or goose frequent your area, it will be all the more appealing to passing ducks if they are including in your duck decoy spread. It may be in your best interest to remove all the mallard decoys from your spread and go with all other species to give the ducks a different look.
As can be seen there are many ways to set your duck decoy spread apart from other hunters. Using any or all of the tips above will improve the look of your spread and set you apart from the competition. Often it is the little changes that make the most impact on a successful duck hunt.
