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Sean Weaver

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Sean is originally from Iowa, but followed ducks to South Dakota—where he now calls home. Sean has spent time as a hunting guide, photographer, television producer, and writer. If you find him in the wild, chances are there’s water and waterfowl nearby.

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3 Reasons You Suck at Hitting Ducks

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Sean Weaver Jul 7, 2021
Shooting ducks isn’t easy. Most of the time either your feet are stuck in the mud, the boat is rocking back and forth, or you’re wearing so many layers that you look like Randy in “A Christmas Story.” And that’s not to mention the different nuances of shooting from a seated position in layout blinds...
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4 Plants Every Duck Hunter Should Know

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Sean Weaver Jun 15, 2021
Most ducks are opportunistic omnivores, feeding on a wide variety of plants, insects, invertebrates, and fish. From sunflower seeds to gizzard shad, I’ve seen them eat just about anything they can get down their gullet. The plants listed below are the crème de la crème. These cornerstones of duck...
Sean Weaver Jun 15, 2021
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