WillBrantley

Will Brantley

Freelance Contributor

Will Brantley is an outdoor writer who has hunted waterfowl in every flyway and a few foreign countries, but he calls the public waters of western Kentucky and Tennessee home.

All articles by Will Brantley

Image for Waterfowler's Journal: Bo Whoop Comes Home
Waterfowler's Journal: Bo Whoop Comes Home

A once-in-a-lifetime hunt with Nash Buckingham’s big gun on Beaver Dam Lake

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Waterfowler's Journal: Fighting Ice

How to keep hunting when the water turns hard

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Waterfowler's Journal: Diver-Hunting Basics

Here’s how to get started in this fast and furious sport

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5 Strategies for Freelancers

Proven tactics for duck hunters who like to keep their options open

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Waterfowler's Journal: Opening Act

Kick off the season with wood ducks, blue-winged teal, and a whole lot of fun

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Waterfowler's Journal: Dreaming of Doves

Is there a better way to kick off hunting season?

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Image for Waterfowler's Journal: Nowhere to Hide
Waterfowler's Journal: Nowhere to Hide

Tips for staying concealed in areas with little to no cover

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Make Your Own Snow Goose Jerky

Turn ground snow goose fillets into flavorful, protein-packed snacks with this easy recipe—perfect for enjoying during the off-season

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Image for Waterfowler's Journal: Hunt of a Lifetime
Waterfowler's Journal: Hunt of a Lifetime

Waterfowling in Argentina can be easier and less expensive than you think

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Image for Waterfowler’s Journal: Public Land Etiquette
Waterfowler’s Journal: Public Land Etiquette

When competition is high, a few simple rules can help everyone have a safe and enjoyable hunt

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Get the Jump on Ducks

Sometimes this simple approach is the best way to put birds on the strap

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Surefire Shooting Tips for Canada Geese

Quick tips to improve your gunning and ensure every shot counts on your next goose hunt

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Image for Waterfowler's Journal: Homegrown Honkers
Waterfowler's Journal: Homegrown Honkers

Some of today's best goose hunting might be closer than you think

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Waterfowler's Journal: Luck of the Draw

Lottery hunts can be a great way to experience top-notch waterfowling on a budget

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Image for Waterfowler’s Journal: A New Waterfowler’s Journal
Waterfowler’s Journal: A New Waterfowler’s Journal

Turning the page on a DU Magazine classic

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Public Land Playbook: Be a Public Boat Ramp Champ

For duck hunters, the goal is to work quickly and quietly at the launch ramp, and stay out of the way. Here’s how.

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Public Land Playbook: Mobile Duck Blind Options for Waterfowlers on the Move

Daily scouting is the best way to stay in the action all season, but if you’re moving with the birds, you’ll need a place to hide

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Image for Public Land Playbook: Whistle Power
Public Land Playbook: Whistle Power

Aggressive calling with your duck whistle might make all the difference in turning wary flocks

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Image for Public Land Playbook: Minimalist Wood Ducks
Public Land Playbook: Minimalist Wood Ducks

Jump-start your season with a simple but challenging hunt for one of America’s favorite ducks

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Image for Public Land Playbook: The Perfect September Public Duck Hunt
Public Land Playbook: The Perfect September Public Duck Hunt

Bluewings offer spectacular early action on public ground

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Fetching Divers on Big Water

Have your retriever prepared for the long-retrieves diving ducks tend to offer

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