Flooded Green Timber Hunts in TN

This flooded green timber hunt near Big Sandy, Tennessee, offers an unforgettable waterfowling experience. Located on the shores of Kentucky Lake and surrounded by fertile agricultural land, this region is prime habitat for migrating ducks.

Here’s a breakdown of what you can expect:

Location

Big Sandy is known for its pristine flooded timber, where towering oak, cypress, and gum trees create a natural sanctuary for ducks. The area's proximity to the Mississippi Flyway ensures that it sees substantial numbers of mallards and other species like wood ducks and gadwalls.

Wildlife and Action

Flooded timber hunts in Big Sandy are renowned for heart-pounding moments as mallards drop through the tree canopy, cupping their wings and committing to the spread. The thrill of ducks breaking through the treetops, the sound of wings slicing through the air, and the echoes of calls and gunfire through the timber make for a sensory-rich experience.

The Experience

• Access: We'll wade into our hunting spot before daylight, so waders are a must.

• Concealment Strategy: During this hunt, we'll rely on the natural cover of the timber. Concealment is critical, as the ducks circle low and slow to look for open water and feeding areas.

• Calling and Decoying: Timber hunts are calling-intensive. Your guide will use aggressive calling techniques, mimicking feeding and greeting calls to draw ducks into shooting range. Decoy spreads are compact, with a focus on realism to mimic small groups of ducks feeding and resting.