Other Decoys

Whether you’re hunting pigeons, turkey, crow, geese, or any other bird, decoys make your hunting experience more successful. Not only do decoys lure in your prey, but they also take the attention away from you and your hunting blind. Spinning and motion decoys bring realism to any hunting spread, and flashers are ideal for adding movement. Flasher decoys are lightweight, easy to use, and just as effective as a spinning wing to bring in geese, doves, pigeons, or any other migrating bird. Goose flags draw attention to your decoy spread and work best to lure in geese from a distance. The motion created by a goose flag decoy adds just enough natural movement to make fliers feel more comfortable in landing. Corn cob decoys look just like the real thing and can draw in hungry birds looking for a place to feed when placed strategically around duck, goose, and other waterfowl decoys in a spread. Pigeons are very social birds that flock and feed with friends, so a dozen or more decoys create a realistic setting  that can convince passers-by to come in for a landing. Crow calls will get the attention of nearby birds on the ground, or those flying by, and a spread of decoy crows can entice them to get close enough for a shot. No matter which type of land or waterfowl is on your hunting list, choose realistic decoys for the best results.

Frequently Asked Questions 

What does a goose flag do?

A goose flag creates motion that captures the eye of high-flying geese. Decoy flags can mimic the action of a goose coming in for a landing, or one who is popping up just to stretch his wings., adding to the realism of a decoy spread. 

What is the most durable goose flag?

The most durable goose flag decoy is made in rugged materials that can hold up though multiple hunts. Look for a goose flag with a sturdy carbon fiber shaft, ripstop nylon, reinforced stitching, and flexible wing rods. 

Does flagging geese work?

Yes, flagging geese is a very effective technique to lure in geese that are far away from your hunting spread. When geese are at a distance, flagging is the best way to get their attention and convince a flock to land where they otherwise wouldn’t.

Should you hunt turkeys with a decoy or no decoy?

Using a decoy to hunt turkeys can be very effective, but only in the right situation. A turkey will not always come to a call if he cannot see the hen that’s making the noise, so a decoy is essential when hunting in an open field or in a large clearing deep in the woods. Turkey decoys are not always necessary when hunting around trees, shrubs, and thick brush that can obstruct the view; a turkey can hear the hen call and keep searching for the source even if he cannot see the bird. 

How many decoys are best for turkey hunting?

One to three decoys are enough to bring a turkey out into the open. Include a hen decoy or two to draw the attention of a tom. 

What decoys work best for turkey?

Turkeys have very sharp eyesight, so choose a decoy that looks the most realistic to yield the best results. Look for painted and flocked details, and surfaces that do not reflect UV light. Pick up a few turkey decoys in configurations that resemble walking, mating, and feeding to entice a tom.