Bull........Sprig

[DuckFan]

Although they seem to be everywhere this year, I have only shot 2 bull sprig this year....the last one last Saturday afternoon. It was so fun as the flock worked my son's calling - AND no one else was around to 'interupt' their flight.

My son also got his bull after we watched them work and circle 4 times until they were over the decoys.....I will remember that for a long time to come. What a beautiful bird....we are lucky as hunters to watch them fly.

I know showing a picture with just the one bird is no big deal...but to me - it is priceless.

 

[shooter]

beautiful bird, good company, great setting. not a thing in the world wrong with that. those courtship flights I've seen always make me smile.

 

[High-Ball]

Good photo. I really like the color....

 

[fonesplicr]

Nice looking Bull!!

 

[HUND]

Don't feel bad.
I have only shot one bull Sprig this year but there is still a few weeks left

 

[mouthcallinmatt]

Only been 2 for me too this year. Great picture Rick. I like the lighting.

IMO no duck rivals watching a group of pintail circle your spread 4,5,6,7+ times and to have them finally commit. Talk about anticipation & patience.

 

[Turnkey]

Nice bird Rick. I have only gotten a couple myself. Hoping to change all that in the morning!!

 

[Michael]

good times, that is what duckhunting is all about!!!

 

[Dan Mallia]

GREAT Picture Rick, great story!

 

[TealMan]

Great picture, and I've only "got" one bull sprig this year - Didn't even shoot it though, as the dog found a lively crip while I was "visiting" a nearby tule patch.