Where To Start

New to duck hunting? Start here. These steps follow the order a hunt comes together.

1. Learn the game. See Ducks Hunters Pursue.
2. Learn the season and rules. See Duck Seasons and Rules.
3. Pick a place. See Where to Hunt Ducks.
4. Pick a method. See Duck Hunting Tactics.
5. Build the kit. See the Duck Hunting Gear Guide.
6. Get your stamp and HIP first. Waterfowl hunters 16 and older need a Federal Duck Stamp, and every migratory bird hunter must register with HIP.

Keep learning

• Duck Hunting Timeline: Duck stamps, wetlands and the rules duck hunters follow.
• Duck Gear Manufacturers: brands hunters rely on
• Duck Hunting F.A.Q.: quick answers

Regulations change every year. Hunt4 Duck.com is written by hunters, not lawyers, so always check the current rules with the state wildlife agency.