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Longtails & Longlines Waterfowl Hunts- Michigan

  • Hunting
  • Michigan, United States
  • License Required
Group size
1–6 guests
LS

Hosted by Longtails and Longlines Guide Service

  • Since 2024
  • Licensed

About this trip

Welcome to Longtails & Longlines Waterfowl Hunts!

Join us for an unforgettable hunting adventure in some of the premier waterfowl locations across the country. Whether you're seeking trophy ducks or looking to experience adrenaline packed layout hunting, we offer exceptional experiences tailored to every hunter's dream. Check out our diverse range of waterfowl hunts, spanning across the Great Lakes of Michigan.


OUR HUNTS


Trophy Longtail Hunts on the Great Lakes

Looking to check the trophy longtail off your bucket list? No need to brave the harsh ocean conditions—head to the Great Lakes, the new destination for sea duck hunting. Wildfowl Magazine recently recognized the Great Lakes as an emerging hotspot for sea ducks. Join us for an action-packed adventure, where we adapt our location based on the best weather and shooting conditions. Hunt Eastern Lake Michigan, Saginaw Bay on Lake Huron, or Port Huron for your chance at a "stud" of a lifetime. Bring plenty of shells for these fast-flying sea ducks!


Great Lakes Longtail Hunt $500 per person

What's Included?

- Guided Great Lakes Longtail Hunt

- Set up and pick up of Decoys, Layouts, etc

- Tender boat: 22' Great Lakes Duck Boat

- Layout boats: comfortable 2-man layout boats

- Minimum of 2 to book, 6 MAX

Season Dates: November 11-13, 18, - December 8th, 2024

Target Species: Longtail (Aka Old Squaw)



Lake St. Clair Diver Duck Hunt

Often referred to as the "Diver Duck Capital of the World" Lk St Clair hosts thousands of bufflehead, bluebill and redheads each fall. Add a diver duck hunt to your Longtail hunt for a true Michigan "combo hunt"!


Michigan Diver Hunt $500 per person

What's Included?

- Guided Michigan Diver Hunt

- Set up and pick up of Decoys, Layouts, etc

- Tender boat: 22' Great Lakes Duck Boat

- Layout boats: comfortable 2-man layout boats

- Minimum of 2 to book, 6 MAX

Season Dates: November 18th - December 8th, 2024

Target Species: Target a variety of diver ducks from our layout boats, including Bluebills, Canvasback, Redhead, Bufflehead, Goldeneye, and mallards.



Remote Duck Hunting in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula

Experience a remote duck hunting adventure like no other across the breathtaking Mackinac Bridge in St. Ignace, Michigan. The Upper Peninsula offers early migratory action with full plumage ducks, including trophy goldeneye and a wide variety of diver and sea ducks such as Bufflehead, Bluebill, Redhead, Goldeneye, White Wing Scoter, Longtail, and Hooded Mergansers. In addition to exceptional hunting, enjoy local delicacies like the legendary “UP Pasty” or fresh-caught Lake Michigan whitefish bites. Immerse yourself in nature, miles away from civilization, exactly where the ducks want to be.


Michigan's Upper Peninsula Hunt | $500 per person

What's Included?

- Guided Michigan's Upper Peninsula Hunt

- Set up and pick up of Decoys, Layouts, etc

- Tender boat: 22' Great Lakes Duck Boat

- Layout boats: comfortable 2-man layout boats

- Minimum of 2 to book, 4 MAX. 3 day minimum required.

Season Dates: TBD

Target Species: The Upper Peninsula offers early migratory action with full plumage ducks, including trophy goldeneye and a variety of diver and sea ducks such as Bufflehead, Bluebill, Redhead, Goldeneye, White Wing Scoter, Longtail, and Hooded Mergansers





What to bring:

- Proper duck hunting cold weather attire

- Waders OR Waterproof boots and bibs

- Waterproof jacket

- Warm layering; base layers, mid layers, outerwear

- Cold weather headgear, waterproof gloves, hand and toe warmers

- Ammunition (3" to 3-1/2", 2 shot or BB)(Must be NON-TOXIC)

- Firearm (12 gauge recommended, waterproof case)

- Michigan Duck License, Migratory Bird Permit, and Federal Duck Stamp


What's NOT included?

- Meals & Lodging

- Bird Cleaning

- Transportation to and from boat ramps

- Shotguns & ammunition

- Hunting License

- Gratuity

Target species

WaterfowlCommon Golden EyeRed HeadWood DucksBluebillCanvasbackDucksAmerican Black DuckBufflehead

What's included

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • First mate
  • Catch cleaning & filleting

Amenities

GuidedKeep the meatGPSYou catch it you keep itLife jacketsPrivate experienceKid friendly

Lodging

License Required

This trip requires a hunting license from Michigan, United States

Location

Michigan, United States

Exact meeting location is shared after booking.

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