You may have some old #4 shot duck loads sitting around and you may be thinking, “heck, why don’t I just use them for geese?” But should you? 4 shot should not be used to hunt geese because it lacks the ballistics to penetrate large bodied birds with thick feathers. 4 shot will result in […]
Hunting
Articles about hunting, choke tubes, and shotguns from a true waterfowl hunting blog. WaterfowlChoke revolves around choke tubes for hunting. We are hunters ourselves. Every year we’re out in the field hunting ducks and geese and generally enjoying the outdoors.
Our aim is to help the hunting community, especially those starting out, so we try and cover as many topics as possible to be that wealth of knowledge you can rely on. Happy Hunting!
Tipping a hunting guide? Here’s how much
Not sure how much to tip your hunting guide? Keep these guidelines in mind. Tipping is a societal norm that has changed many times over the years. Everyone has their own views regarding how much the perfect tip is for a satisfactory service. This includes hunting trips where you’re expected to pay a guide fee […]
00 Buckshot vs. Slug: Which is better for hunting?
00 vs. Slug is the hunting debate for the ages The 00 vs Slug comparison is a never-ending debate on which one is best. It will likely never have a real winner, but we’re going to try and help you to find which one will work best for you. The ballistics of both shot types— […]
The Deer Hunters Prayer: A Prayer for All Hunters
The Deer Hunter’s Prayer is a poem that gives thanks to the lord his savior and asks for his protection while deer hunting. Religion and hunting go hand in hand, and the deer hunter’s prayer should be said by all hunters each day before they go into the field. It can also be said at […]
How To Aim Like A Pro When Goose Hunting
↬ Missing shots on geese is frustrating, but can be corrected with a few simple tips. When shooting geese you should always aim out in front of the bird so that it flies into the shot. This requires a 1-2ft lead when birds are within 40 yards. When aiming is done correctly, the pellets should […]
How Many Shotgun Shells are in a Box? (Explained!)
Shotgun shells range from 5 to 25 shells per box depending on the ammo type. One of the top questions we get is how many shotgun shells are there in a box? First, it’s important to understand that there is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question. The number of shells in a box can vary […]