I asked some pros what they keep in their blind bags to ensure no socks are lost, no stomachs are empty and all phalanges stay in tact.

Here’s a brief guide on what licenses and certifications you’ll need to legally hunt waterfowl in Arkansas and Missouri.

The following podcasts are great resources to learn more about the waterfowl world as a new hunter. Podcasts include The Onset Podcast with Elizabeth Brownell hosting and Delta Waterfowl Podcast with host, Joel Brice, and co-guest Kate Hunt.

There’s so much information out there. How do you know what’s what? Let’s walk through some basic necessities and optional items to wear and bring with you. Whether you’re standing in the timber, sprawled in a layout or cozy in a blind, being prepared will allow you to enjoy the hunt much more.