South Padre Island Duck Hunt - Half Day for 3
Private Trip
Bird hunting
Halfday duck hunting across Lower Laguna Madre watersGuided waterfowl hunting with transportation and equipment includedFourhour trips accommodating three hunters maximum
Ready to chase ducks across some of Texas's most productive waters? This half-day hunt with Blast to Cast Guide Service puts you and two buddies right in the thick of Lower Laguna Madre's best waterfowl action. We're talking about a 4-hour morning that covers everything from South Padre Island up to Arroyo City - prime real estate where ducks have been using the same flyways for decades. At $700 for your three-person group, you're getting guided access to spots that consistently produce birds, plus all the transportation headaches handled for you. Just show up with your Texas hunting license and we'll take care of the rest.
This isn't your typical pond-sitting duck hunt. The Lower Laguna Madre system gives us options that most guides only dream about. We'll pick you up and haul you to wherever the birds are working that morning - could be shallow flats near the island, protected coves around Arroyo City, or anywhere in between. The beauty of this stretch of water is how it funnels migrating waterfowl right through our setup zones. We're talking about 4 solid hours of hunting time, which gives us room to adjust if the first spot isn't firing. Sometimes the birds want to play hard to get early, then pour in around 9 AM like somebody rang the dinner bell. Your guide knows these patterns and will move the spread accordingly. Weather plays a big role down here too - a strong north wind can stack birds up in the protected areas, while calm mornings might have them scattered across the flats. Either way, we're positioned to make it happen.
We supply the decoys and do all the heavy lifting when it comes to spread setup. Our decoy rigs are tuned for Lower Laguna Madre conditions - mixed bags of mallards, teal, and pintails that look natural in these waters. If you need a shotgun, we rent them for $50, but plenty of hunters prefer bringing their own stick. Just make sure whatever you're shooting is legal for waterfowl - steel shot only, and keep it at 3.5 inches or under. The terrain here is mostly shallow water work, so you'll want chest waders if you have them, though we can work with hip boots on calmer days. The bottom is mostly firm sand and shell, not the knee-deep mud you might be used to elsewhere. Camouflage that matches the sparse cover works best - think browns and tans rather than heavy timber patterns. We'll position you where the natural cover provides the best concealment, whether that's against a grass line or tucked into a small island. The key is staying still once birds start working - movement is what busts more hunts than bad calling down here.
Black ducks are the name of the game on this hunt, and let me tell you why these birds are worth getting up early for. These aren't your typical mallards - black ducks are warier, smarter, and put up one hell of a fight once you connect. They're built like tanks, often weighing in around 2.5 to 3 pounds, with that distinctive dark plumage that makes them stand out against the Texas sky. Peak season runs from late November through January, when northern birds push down into our warmer waters to escape the freeze-up. What makes hunting blacks so addictive is their behavior - they'll circle your spread three or four times before committing, testing every detail of your setup. When they finally decide to drop in, they come with authority, wings cupped and feet down, giving you that perfect shooting opportunity every duck hunter lives for. The Lower Laguna Madre system is perfect black duck habitat because they love the brackish water and abundant food sources. These birds feed heavily on aquatic vegetation and small crustaceans found in these flats, which keeps them coming back to the same areas day after day. Once you've hunted blacks, regular mallards start to feel almost too easy.
Look, if you're serious about duck hunting in South Texas, this trip delivers exactly what you're looking for without any of the usual BS. Three hunters, four hours, productive water, and a guide who knows where the birds want to be - that's a winning combination that's tough to beat at this price point. The Lower Laguna Madre doesn't give up its secrets easily, but we've been working these waters long enough to stack the odds in your favor. Keep in mind that deposits are non-refundable, so make sure your group is committed before booking. Texas hunting licenses are required for everyone, and you can grab those online if needed. Whether you're looking to introduce someone new to waterfowl hunting or just want to chase some quality birds without dealing with crowds, this half-day hunt hits the sweet spot. The season books up fast once word gets around about good flights, so don't wait until the last minute to secure your dates. Ready to see what all the fuss is about? Give Blast to Cast Guide Service a call and let's get your group on some South Texas ducks.
Black ducks are some of the wariest birds you'll encounter in the Lower Laguna Madre, but that's exactly what makes them such a rewarding target. These medium-sized ducks are built solid, typically weighing 2-3 pounds with dark, mottled plumage that helps them blend into shallow marsh areas and grass flats around South Padre. They prefer working the edges where salt water meets vegetation, especially during early morning flights when the wind is light. What sets black ducks apart is their intelligence - they'll circle your spread multiple times, testing your calling and decoy setup before committing. When they do come in, it's usually fast and low. The meat is outstanding, some say the best of any duck species. Here's the key: keep your calling minimal and natural. Black ducks respond better to soft feeding chuckles than aggressive hail calls that work on other species.
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