Hunting Tips

Crow Hunting as Wildlife Management – Why You Are Doing Nature a Favour
Crow hunting is not only about the sport and the experience. It is also one of the most valuable contributions you can make to local wildlife. Below we explain why crow hunting is active wildlife management – and why both hunters and landowners should take it seriously.Note: the species status, authorities and seasons referred to in this article are Swedish. Rules on which corvids may be hunted, and when, differ from country to country – always check the regulations that apply where you hunt.The crow's role in the ecosystemThe crow... Read more...
The Best Hide for Bird Hunting – Camouflage and Placement Tips
A good hide matters as much as the right decoys. You can have a perfect spread of 30 decoys in a faultless pattern, but if the birds see you, they will turn away. Below we go through how to choose, build and camouflage your hide for decoy hunting over crow, jackdaw, pigeon and goose.Why the hide decides the huntCorvids are among the smartest birds we have. They learn quickly what is dangerous and can recognise people at long range. Geese are extremely wary, and pigeons will veer off at the... Read more...
How to Build the Perfect Decoy Spread – Spread Patterns Step by Step
A good decoy spread is the difference between a successful day and a silent morning. It is not enough to scatter decoys at random – the pattern, the spacing and the placement in relation to the wind decide whether the birds commit or pass by. Below we go through the most common spread patterns and when to use each one.The basic principle: understand the windBirds always land into the wind. That is the single most important rule in all hunting over decoys. It means you have to plan your spread... Read more...
Jakttider kråka, kaja, duva & gås 2026/2027 – komplett guide
Att ha koll på gällande jakttider är A och O innan du ger dig ut i fält. Här samlar vi alla aktuella jakttider för de vanligaste fågelarterna du jagar med bulvaner – kråka, kaja, duva och gås. Sidan uppdateras inför varje ny säsong.Kråka & kajaKråka och kaja har samma jakttid och jagas oftast på samma sätt – med siluettbulvaner utställda på stubbåker, betesmark eller i närheten av en foderplats. Region Jakttid Södra och mellersta Sverige (Götaland & Svealand) 1 juli – 15 april Norra Sverige (Västernorrland, Jämtland, Västerbotten, Norrbotten) 16... Read more...
What Do You Do With the Bag After a Crow or Jackdaw Hunt? 5 Practical Uses
Put the bag to use – crows and jackdaws are more useful than you thinkA common question among hunters is what you actually do with crows and jackdaws after the hunt. Many leave them in the field, but there are in fact several sensible ways to use the bag. Here are five uses worth knowing about.Note: this article describes practice under Swedish rules. Rules on handling, selling and eating corvids, and on disposing of carcasses, differ between countries – check what applies where you hunt.1. Sell to gundog training and... Read more...
Jackdaw Hunting With Decoys – How to Pull Jackdaws In Effectively
Jackdaw hunting – an underrated form of huntingThe jackdaw is one of Sweden's most common corvids and is often hunted alongside crow. But jackdaw hunting deserves attention in its own right – jackdaws react strongly to decoys and can deliver outstanding action.Jackdaw behaviourJackdaws are social birds that move in flocks and are naturally curious. That makes them receptive to decoys – when they see their own kind that appear relaxed and feeding, they are drawn in. Jackdaws often nest in built-up areas and farmland, so access to hunting ground is... Read more...
Hunting Over Decoys for Beginners – How to Get Started with Bird Hunting
What is hunting over decoys?Hunting over decoys means bringing the game to you instead of stalking it. For bird hunting you use decoys, and sometimes calls, to make the birds fly in towards your position. It is one of the oldest and most engaging forms of hunting there is.Which birds can you hunt over decoys?The species most commonly hunted over decoys in Sweden are: Crow – An excellent species to learn the technique on. Note that it is not open all year: crow is hunted during the general open season,... Read more...
Silhouette Decoys vs 3D Decoys – Which Type Should You Choose?
Silhouette or 3D decoys – which is best for your hunting?When you buy decoys you usually end up choosing between silhouette decoys (flat, two-dimensional) and 3D decoys (full-body or shell decoys). Both have their strengths – here is how to pick the right one.Silhouette decoys – advantages Light and compact: A silhouette decoy weighs a fraction of a 3D decoy. You can carry a 12-pack in a rucksack without thinking about it. Stackable: Silhouettes stack flat, so you can bring far more decoys on every trip. More decoys means a... Read more...
Pigeon Hunting for Beginners – Everything You Need to Know About Gear and Technique
Getting started with pigeon hunting – a beginner's guidePigeon hunting is one of the most popular and accessible forms of hunting in Sweden. The woodpigeon is found across the whole country, and the hunting delivers both fast shooting and very good eating. Below we go through everything you need to get started.Basic gear for pigeon huntingDecoys – the foundation of pigeon huntingThe most effective way to hunt woodpigeons is over decoys. Pigeon decoys are set out on the field to convince incoming birds to drop into your area. Silhouette decoys... Read more...
Crow Hunting Guide: Decoys, Setup and Practical Tips
Crow hunting over decoys – a complete guideHunting crows is one of the most engaging and accessible forms of bird hunting there is. With the right gear and a solid understanding of how crows behave, you get a great day in the field – and you contribute to wildlife management by keeping crow numbers in balance.The gear you needDecoysGood decoys are the foundation of crow hunting. Silhouette decoys are an excellent choice – they are easy to carry, take up almost no space and read as convincingly real at distance.... Read more...