Episode #268 I Analyzed 35,000 Duck Hunts… Here’s What I Found

The North American Waterfowler · May 4, 2026 · 1h 2m

In this episode, I break down real data from over 35,000 logged hunts inside The North American Waterfowler app to answer a question we all think we already know the answer to: what actually impacts duck hunting success?

I dive into how wind speed, temperature, and sunny versus cloudy conditions affect birds per hunt and some of the results might surprise you. If you’re someone who loves understanding the “why” behind good and bad hunts, this one is for you.

I also answer a listener question about spring scouting and how to approach learning new areas this time of year without overthinking…