A dog, because retrieving ducks out of a mucky waterhole in a wheelchair is going to be a real challenge.....Sorry I couldn't resist. My friend brings me to retrieve ducks because he has similar challenges.
Seriously, Camo or a blind is pretty important for waterfowl hunting. If you don't own any clothing, you could consider some of the camo burlap to conceal your movement and to cover any reflective surfaces on your equipment. These tend to cause birds to pull off and be very cautious.
Depending on the weather, you might consider some of the chemical pocket heaters. I hate to shoot with gloves on and warm hands make it more fun.
The obvious:
Duck Call, Knife, bird carrier (shoulder strap or a bunch of friends!), a dry box to keep your extra shells in because you'll always find wet ground to set your shells in, a dozen decoys or more but a big spread isn't necessary, something to lay on to insulate you from the ground ie. a thermarest, A SHOTGUN, and if it's your first time out, lots and lots of shells. If you've never shot waterfowl before, you can't bring too many shells. Those buggers are fast and don't fly in straight lines like clays. Be prepared for some frustration, but it's lots of fun.
#2 shot will give you the best results for ducks and allow you to take some longer shots then #4's. BB's will be better for geese. A longer barreled gun would help, but make do with what you shoot well. Kent makes some good value shells which perform well without breaking the bank.
Remember to let them get in as close as possible before taking the first shot. Shoot a further off bird as your first bird, then follow up with the closer targets. Wait until they set their wings just prior to landing before shooting, as it will take several wing beats to get back up in the air and this will buy you some extra time to pick and shoot your target well.
Best of luck and be sure to show us some pictures.
Seriously, Camo or a blind is pretty important for waterfowl hunting. If you don't own any clothing, you could consider some of the camo burlap to conceal your movement and to cover any reflective surfaces on your equipment. These tend to cause birds to pull off and be very cautious.
Depending on the weather, you might consider some of the chemical pocket heaters. I hate to shoot with gloves on and warm hands make it more fun.
The obvious:
Duck Call, Knife, bird carrier (shoulder strap or a bunch of friends!), a dry box to keep your extra shells in because you'll always find wet ground to set your shells in, a dozen decoys or more but a big spread isn't necessary, something to lay on to insulate you from the ground ie. a thermarest, A SHOTGUN, and if it's your first time out, lots and lots of shells. If you've never shot waterfowl before, you can't bring too many shells. Those buggers are fast and don't fly in straight lines like clays. Be prepared for some frustration, but it's lots of fun.
#2 shot will give you the best results for ducks and allow you to take some longer shots then #4's. BB's will be better for geese. A longer barreled gun would help, but make do with what you shoot well. Kent makes some good value shells which perform well without breaking the bank.
Remember to let them get in as close as possible before taking the first shot. Shoot a further off bird as your first bird, then follow up with the closer targets. Wait until they set their wings just prior to landing before shooting, as it will take several wing beats to get back up in the air and this will buy you some extra time to pick and shoot your target well.
Best of luck and be sure to show us some pictures.
