Flooded Timber Hunting Explained: Why Reelfoot Lake’s Terrain Is Different
Flooded timber hunting takes place where shallow water moves through standing hardwoods or cypress trees, creating the close, sheltered setting many duck hunters picture when they think of a classic timber hunt. It is not simply hunting beside a wet woods. The water depth, available food, open pockets, cover, wind, and recent bird movement all […]
Planning Your First Duck Hunting Trip to Arkansas: What to Expect
Your first duck hunting trip to Arkansas may look different from the hunt you have pictured. Some mornings center on flooded rice or agricultural fields. Others place you in flooded timber where birds work through openings in the canopy. Weather, water, food, and hunting pressure can change the best location from one day to the […]
When Does Turkey Season Start in Tennessee? 2026-27 Dates and Rules
The next general Tennessee spring turkey season starts April 3, 2027, and runs through May 16, 2027. The statewide Young Sportsman Hunt takes place March 27-28, 2027. Tennessee also offers fall turkey seasons in 2026, but the open dates and counties are more limited. Those are the quick answers. The complete answer depends on whether […]
Tennessee Hunting Seasons: 2026-27 Calendar for Waterfowl, Deer, and Turkey
Tennessee hunting seasons cover very different landscapes, species, weapons, and permit systems. A statewide date may be only the first layer. Deer management units, wildlife management areas, quota hunts, and species-specific rules can all affect when and how you hunt. The calendar below highlights the major 2026-27 opportunities most useful to hunters planning a trip. […]
Arkansas Duck Season Dates and Regulations: 2026-27 Guide
Arkansas duck season is built around a 60-day framework, but those days are divided into segments. That split matters when you are choosing travel dates, arranging lodging, or deciding whether to hunt fields or flooded timber. For 2026-27, the regular Arkansas duck season opens November 21, 2026, and closes January 31, 2027. This guide provides […]
