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Duck Hunting with Jimmy Dobes



Segment 3, December 30th, 2023

Believe it or not, there are few groups of people who love this time of year when the cold and nastier weather shows up! On this section of Carolina Outdoors we delve into the life of one of those groups– duck hunters.

Jimmy Dobes of Southeast Specialty Outdoors joins the conversation to discuss all things duck hunting and how to best prepare for an enjoyable hunt this season. From analyzing wind direction, choosing your decoy spread, using various calls and finding your “X”, Dobes dives into the specifics when it comes to a successful hunt.

Scouting, or preparing for a hunt, is considered to be just as important. Dobes shares, “The most successful hunters are those that put in a little extra effort when it comes to scouting.”

Fighting a unusually warm season this year, duck hunters are more optimistic than ever with upcoming cold fronts.

In terms of equipment and gear, Charlotte outdoor store, Jesse Brown’s, has got you covered! Layering and staying warm are simply crucial to a fun hunt. Dobes shares his go-to is a light-weight base layer paired with a heavier-weight insulation piece and a wind-breaker shell and with hunts in the water, a quality pair of waders.

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Duck Hunting with Jimmy Dobes



(From 12.25.21, Segment 2)

At Jesse Brown’s, breathable waders have become popular for fly fishing & hunting.  It’s a good thing too because this 2021 has started as a warm one. With temperatures between 10-14 degrees higher than normal, you don’t need the old, heavy insulated waders anymore.

Jimmy Dobes comes onto the program to talk about low water, warm temperatures and advice on duck hunting on the Highlights of the Carolina Outdoors!