Waterfowl Hunting - Coldwater Charters

Coldwater Charters operates waterfowl hunting trips across Michigan, with owner Mike Boyd handling guide work himself. The operation focuses on finding where the birds actually want to hunt—not just any field, but the hot locations where ducks and geese congregate.

• •Hot fields and waterholes – scouted locations where waterfowl feed and congregate
• •Full decoy spreads – body decoys, water sets, silhouettes, and flag decoys
• •Duck and goose blinds – layout blinds and traditional duck blinds depending on hunt type
• •Expert calling – guides handle all waterfowl calling to bring birds into range

• •Shotgun – 12 gauge or larger recommended
• •Ammunition – BB or BBB steel for geese; #2 steel for ducks
• •Licenses – Michigan state small game, state waterfowl, and Federal waterfowl stamp
• •Gear – Camouflage clothing (warm, cold, and foul weather layers) and waders for water hunts

"We provide a professional guiding business and we take a lot of pride in what we do. I spend a great deal of time scouting and gaining access to hot fields." — Mike Boyd

All hunts run AM only (unless PM is specifically requested). Shooting hours typically run from legal shooting time until limit or noon. Early season birds may stop flying to fields by mid-morning—guides use their discretion to call the hunt. Setup happens before official shooting hours, so early meeting times are standard.

• •50% deposit required within 5 business days to hold your date
• •4 weeks notice required for cancellations to retain deposit
• •Balance due before hunt begins (cash preferred; 5% fee for credit cards)
• •Tips customary at 20% and not included in guide fees
• •Can fill incomplete groups from call list, or book exclusive hunts (6-gun minimum)

They also offer 3-day whitetail and waterfowl combination packages, plus 3-day waterfowl-only trips with motel lodging included (double occupancy).