Duckbusters Guide Service

Jim Watson started guiding waterfowl hunts in the early 90s and formalized the operation as Jim Watson Outdoors Inc. in 1990. Over three decades later, he's guided thousands of hunters through some of Northeast Arkansas's best duck country—territory that often gets overlooked compared to southern Arkansas, but delivers hunting just as good if not better.

Duckbusters hunts 2,000 acres in the heart of the natural flyway along the Black River near Pocahontas. This isn't random acreage—generation after generation of waterfowl migrate through here, and the guides know every inch of it.

"Our guests comment regularly on how much they have enjoyed hunting our amazing area."

Four guides, over 60 combined years of experience: - Jim Watson (Owner & Guide) - Jim Watson III (Guide) - Rylee Davis (Guide) - Seth Busby (Guide)

These aren't weekend warriors. The source details what duck hunting guides actually need to master: species identification, federal/state regulations, dog training and handling, weather prediction, firearm safety, camouflage technique, people management, mechanics, first aid, and duck calling. The guides take the responsibility seriously—they understand hunters travel substantial distances and time off to be here. The hunts are meticulously planned so you get the most out of your adventure.

Pocahontas is accessible from across the state and from afar. The town has solid accommodations and restaurants—you won't be roughing it between hunts.

$50 deposit per hunter per day due upon confirmation. Balance due upon arrival. Refunds not given within 90 days of scheduled hunt.