The Mallard's Nest
Hunt Packages
World-class mallard hunting on private flooded timber and fields, paired with elite accommodations and southern hospitality designed for hunters who value tradition and excellence.
World-class mallard hunting on private flooded timber and fields, paired with elite accommodations and southern hospitality designed for hunters who value tradition and excellence.
Early Season Specklebelly Goose Hunt
October 31 – November 8 | Walnut Ridge, Arkansas
Kick off waterfowl season in Northeast Arkansas with our Early Season Specklebelly Goose Hunts at The Mallard's Nest. Timed around the arrival of migrating white-fronted geese, this hunt offers fast-paced action and the chance to target one of the most sought-after goose species in North America.
Our guides scout daily to stay on fresh birds and changing feed patterns, ensuring hunters are set up in the best locations possible. Hunts take place over private agricultural fields that consistently attract large numbers of specklebelly geese during the early migration period.
After the hunt, enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of The Mallard's Nest. From home-cooked meals and comfortable accommodations to great stories shared around the lodge, this is the kind of authentic duck camp experience that keeps hunters coming back year after year.
3-Day Specklebelly Goose Package - $1,000 per person
If you're looking to start the season with exciting goose hunting, plenty of bird action, and a classic Arkansas hunting camp atmosphere, our Early Season Specklebelly Goose Hunt is the perfect way to kick off the migration.
Arkansas Waterfowl Hunt
3 & 5-Day Duck Packages at The Mallard’s Nest — Walnut Ridge
Experience classic Northeast Arkansas duck hunting over flooded rice fields known for holding strong concentrations of migrating birds throughout the season. Our 3- and 5-day waterfowl packages are designed for hunters who want consistent shooting opportunities, comfortable lodging, and a well-run operation that prioritizes safety, ethics, and hospitality.
Each morning, you’ll hunt carefully managed private land with experienced guides who understand bird movement, field conditions, and how to adapt to maximize opportunity. Evenings are spent back at the lodge enjoying home-style meals, swapping stories, and preparing for the next morning’s hunt.
Back at the lodge, the experience continues. It may not be a five-star hotel — but it’s a ten-star stay when it comes to hospitality, camaraderie, home-style meals, and the kind of duck camp atmosphere that keeps hunters coming back year after year.
Common target species include mallards, wigeon, and pintails, with opportunities for bonus specklebelly geese when conditions align.
3-Day Waterfowl Package
5-Day Waterfowl Package
Whether you’re planning a small group trip or bringing a full crew, these packages deliver a true Arkansas duck camp experience built around birds, hospitality, and tradition.
Arkansas Snow Goose Conservation Hunt
High-Volume Snow Goose Action in Northeast Arkansas
When the spring migration ramps up, Arkansas becomes one of the most exciting destinations in the country for snow goose conservation season. Our snow goose hunts are built for fast-paced shooting, large decoy spreads, and the unforgettable sight of thousands of birds working over the field.
These hunts take place over agricultural fields in prime migration corridors. We run large, strategically placed decoy spreads and use proven tactics designed to put hunters in the action. Expect big flocks, dynamic shooting scenarios, and the kind of adrenaline-filled hunts that snow goose season is known for.
Back at the lodge, the experience continues. It may not be a five-star hotel — but it’s a ten-star stay when it comes to hospitality, camaraderie, home-style meals, and the kind of duck camp atmosphere that keeps hunters coming back year after year.
This is a conservation order hunt, meaning there are no daily bag limits and unplugged shotguns are permitted per federal regulations.
Drive-Up Snow Goose Conservation Hunt
Snow Goose Conservation Hunt
Perfect for corporate groups, seasoned wingshooters, or anyone looking to experience high-volume action during the spring migration.