There are times when time to go duck hunting and scout are at a premium.  For those of us with kids that time is ALWAYS at a premium.  A great way to still be able to hunt, but check out a new place is to hunt in the afternoon.  Going in the afternoon allows for a fully lighted arrival at your local duck slough.  This allows for fully understanding the terrain and lay of the land.  Odds are you will jump some birds or see some in flight.  Watch where they fly and if the ducks favor a certain flight path.

By setting up along the path of flight or area where the ducks are landing can lead to a successful hunt.  In addition, it is taking care of the scouting portion while in the midst of a duck hunt.

Have you ever tried this technique to scout for ducks?