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Intro to this species—landscapes, strategies, costs, and comforts.
Summary
The black scoter is a smaller sea duck with an all-black body and subtle orange knob on the male’s bill. This species favors coastal bays, inlets, and nearshore waters where it feeds on shellfish and aquatic invertebrates. Black scoters typically fly low over the water in tight flocks, offering fast-paced shooting opportunities. Sea duck hunters pursue them from boats or shore blinds, often alongside other scoter species.
Explore HuntsHunt Features
Black Scoter hunts along the Atlantic Flyway run from November through January and adjust yearly to migration timing and weather. Outings are typically small, boat-based experiences—often capped at three hunters per guide—featuring decoy spreads, layout blinds or benches, and safety briefings for an efficient open-water wing-shooting setup. Hunters can expect fast-paced action in coastal estuaries and nearshore waters where large flocks of Scoters, Surf Scoters, and other sea ducks congregate. Guided trips include permits, transportation, and field-dressing services, making these hunts accessible and rewarding for both newcomers and seasoned wingshooters.
Explore HuntsAmenities
Black Scoter hunts are conducted as guided day trips, with no overnight lodging or sleeping arrangements provided. Hunters return to their own accommodations each evening and should plan accordingly. Meals are not included, and there are no dedicated heating or cooling facilities supplied during the hunt. Participants are responsible for bringing appropriate clothing, personal comfort items, and arranging their own accommodations and meals.
Explore HuntsStates Offered:
We think these three hunts should be at the top of your list.
Sea Duck Hunting in CT With Expert Guide - Full Day
The opportunity to harvest these birds starts in November and goes through to January, however, their migrations through New England differ significantly and vary annually depending on climate and weather. This, ultimately, results in optimal time intervals to hunt each species.
If you’re interested in harvesting a specific species, see the table below for a consensus of the Atlantic Flyway migration through southern New England for sea & diver ducks. Contact Justin on when to book your hunt and details for the best opportunity given this year’s conditions.
Maximum of 3 persons per guided trip.
Connecticut
Common Eider
Black Scoter
Surf Scoter
White-Winged Scoter
Long-Tailed Duck
475
Justin Leonhardt Outdoors
Fair Chase
Public
None - Day Hunt
No
Unspecified
Unspecified
Meals Not Provided
Unspecified
475
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Sea Duck Hunting in CT With Expert Guide - Half Day
The opportunity to harvest these birds starts in November and goes through to January, however, their migrations through New England differ significantly and vary annually depending on climate and weather. This, ultimately, results in optimal time intervals to hunt each species.
If you’re interested in harvesting a specific species, see the table below for a consensus of the Atlantic Flyway migration through southern New England for sea & diver ducks. Contact Justin on when to book your hunt and details for the best opportunity given this year’s conditions.
Maximum of 3 persons per guided trip.
Connecticut
Common Eider
Black Scoter
Surf Scoter
White-Winged Scoter
Long-Tailed Duck
350
Justin Leonhardt Outdoors
Fair Chase
Public
None - Day Hunt
No
Unspecified
Unspecified
Meals Not Provided
Unspecified
350
Guided Marsh Duck Hunt in Georgia
The fall and winter high tides bring with them the incredibly fun and unique opportunity to wing shoot on the water! Plentiful birds and opportunity make this a blast for everyone. From the most experienced wing shooter to a brand-new novice these hunts will put a smile on your face! Flatwater Outfitters your Georgia hunting guide.
Georgia
Duck
Surf Scoter
Black Scoter
White-Winged Scoter
Common Eider
500
Flatwater Outfitters
Fair Chase
Public
None - Day Hunt
No
N/A
N/A
Meals Not Provided
Unspecified
500
Includes Dogs
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Guided Marsh Duck Hunt in Georgia
The fall and winter high tides bring with them the incredibly fun and unique opportunity to wing shoot on the water! Plentiful birds and opportunity make this a blast for everyone. From the most experienced wing shooter to a brand-new novice these hunts will put a smile on your face! Flatwater Outfitters your Georgia hunting guide.
Georgia
Duck
Surf Scoter
Black Scoter
White-Winged Scoter
Common Eider
500
Flatwater Outfitters
Fair Chase
Public
None - Day Hunt
No
N/A
N/A
Meals Not Provided
Unspecified
500
Includes Dogs
Full Day Sea Duck Hunt off Georgia Coast
Growing up in rural southwest Georgia, I spent many days on the Gulf of Mexico duck hunting and fishing. In 2019 I went to college at GSU and started fishing and hunting on the Georgia coast. I have decided that because of the better inshore limits, plentiful offshore structure, and the eastern sea duck migration, that it is a worthy cause to run trips on the Georgia coastline. Not to mention the boat access to historic downtown Savannah.
Fishing and chasing ducks is an honest trade that often times humbles the hearts men. So, I have set my sails to teach others the little hunting and fishing knowledge I have as a service for any that would ask me to take them out.
Our main concern on adventures is that we seek to enjoy God's creation fruitfully. In accordance with love, joy, peace, patience etc. Aboard our boats we labor not for fish or ducks, which surely perish. But we labor for God, who created the heavens and the earth, and looks on those who believe in Him with favor. For this we sing songs of victory, rain or shine, height or depth, ease or toil, little or plenty. We seek not that our results would bring joy, but rejoice that our labor is in the Lord. Amen:)
Can bring up to 3 hunters.
Georgia
Duck
Black Scoter
Bluebill (Lesser Scoup)
700
Divine Reliance Adventures
Fair Chase
Public
None - Day Hunt
No
N/A
N/A
Meals Not Provided
Unspecified
700
Half Day Sea Duck Hunt off Georgia Coast
Growing up in rural southwest Georgia, I spent many days on the Gulf of Mexico duck hunting and fishing. In 2019 I went to college at GSU and started fishing and hunting on the Georgia coast. I have decided that because of the better inshore limits, plentiful offshore structure, and the eastern sea duck migration, that it is a worthy cause to run trips on the Georgia coastline. Not to mention the boat access to historic downtown Savannah.
Fishing and chasing ducks is an honest trade that often times humbles the hearts men. So, I have set my sails to teach others the little hunting and fishing knowledge I have as a service for any that would ask me to take them out.
Our main concern on adventures is that we seek to enjoy God's creation fruitfully. In accordance with love, joy, peace, patience etc. Aboard our boats we labor not for fish or ducks, which surely perish. But we labor for God, who created the heavens and the earth, and looks on those who believe in Him with favor. For this we sing songs of victory, rain or shine, height or depth, ease or toil, little or plenty. We seek not that our results would bring joy, but rejoice that our labor is in the Lord. Amen:)
Can bring up to 3 hunters.
Georgia
Duck
Black Scoter
Bluebill (Lesser Scoup)
400
Divine Reliance Adventures
Fair Chase
Public
None - Day Hunt
No
N/A
N/A
Meals Not Provided
Unspecified
400
Sea Duck Hunting in CT With Expert Guide - Half Day
The opportunity to harvest these birds starts in November and goes through to January, however, their migrations through New England differ significantly and vary annually depending on climate and weather. This, ultimately, results in optimal time intervals to hunt each species.
If you’re interested in harvesting a specific species, see the table below for a consensus of the Atlantic Flyway migration through southern New England for sea & diver ducks. Contact Justin on when to book your hunt and details for the best opportunity given this year’s conditions.
Maximum of 3 persons per guided trip.
Connecticut
Common Eider
Black Scoter
Surf Scoter
White-Winged Scoter
Long-Tailed Duck
350
Justin Leonhardt Outdoors
Fair Chase
Public
None - Day Hunt
No
Unspecified
Unspecified
Meals Not Provided
Unspecified
350
Guided Sea Duck Hunt in Georgia
The Georgia Coast offers a unique and exciting waterfowling experience in chasing our open water seaducks that arrive in December. Common Scoters, Surf Scoters, White Wing and even Eiders are the species you can expect to see. Amazing numbers of ducks arrive and love to decoy in big water. Its a duck hunting experience unlike any other! These days book fast, join us for guided sea duck hunts!
Georgia
Duck
Surf Scoter
Black Scoter
White-Winged Scoter
Common Eider
500
Flatwater Outfitters
Fair Chase
Public
None - Day Hunt
No
N/A
N/A
Meals Not Provided
Unspecified
500
Sea Duck Hunting in CT With Expert Guide - Full Day
The opportunity to harvest these birds starts in November and goes through to January, however, their migrations through New England differ significantly and vary annually depending on climate and weather. This, ultimately, results in optimal time intervals to hunt each species.
If you’re interested in harvesting a specific species, see the table below for a consensus of the Atlantic Flyway migration through southern New England for sea & diver ducks. Contact Justin on when to book your hunt and details for the best opportunity given this year’s conditions.
Maximum of 3 persons per guided trip.
Connecticut
Common Eider
Black Scoter
Surf Scoter
White-Winged Scoter
Long-Tailed Duck
475
Justin Leonhardt Outdoors
Fair Chase
Public
None - Day Hunt
No
Unspecified
Unspecified
Meals Not Provided
Unspecified
475
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