Late season divers with photos

[Kevin J Legg]

Just returned from Western NY and some late season diver action. Thursday was an incredible day. Wind, waves and we were where they wanted to be. Ended up with 6 Scoter, 5 Whistlers, a Buffy and a goose. Probably passed on 100 birds which were in or over the decoys. Tried to pick out the males and let females, smaller birds and Oldsqaw go.

Friday was a different day with less wind and far fewer birds. We still manage 8 Oldqaw, a broadbill and a scoter. Great way to end a rather disappointing season.

[Danfc80]

Great variety! I have been considering a duck hunting trip to NW NY for a number of years now since I saw all the oldsquaws on a winter fishing trip. Next year for sure.