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Intro to this species—landscapes, strategies, costs, and comforts.
Summary
The surf scoter is a striking sea duck with its bold black body and vividly colored, swollen bill on males. Found along both Atlantic and Pacific coasts, surf scoters ride the waves in search of mollusks and crustaceans. Hunters target them in open water near mussel beds or rocky reefs, often using specialized decoy spreads. Their strong, direct flight and coastal habitat provide an exciting challenge in sea duck hunting.
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Surf Scoter hunts typically run from late fall into mid-winter (November through January), with peak opportunities timed to Atlantic Flyway migration patterns. Guided trips are generally limited to small groups (often three or fewer) and take place over open water—coastal flats, inlets, and tidal creeks—where divers like Surf Scoters, Common Scoters, White-winged Scoters, and eiders concentrate. Hunters work from boats or low‐profile blinds, using sea-duck decoy spreads and purposeful calling to entice flocks within range. These hunts blend fast-paced wing-shooting action with ever-changing tides and weather, making them equally engaging for newcomers and seasoned waterfowlers alike.
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Surf scoter hunts are offered as guided day trips from coastal launch points, with no overnight lodging or sleeping arrangements included. Hunters operate from portable boat or shore blinds, which do not feature built-in heating or cooling, so layered marine-grade clothing is essential. Meals are not provided, and participants are responsible for securing their own food, accommodations, and any climate-controlled facilities needed before and after each day’s hunt.
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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
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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
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 - 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
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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