Welcome back to Call the Wild. In this course, we will be discussing intermediate duck-calling skills as well as some practical knowledge on how to use all that you’ve learned so far in the field. Before watching this course, please ensure you’ve completed our “Basics of Calling” course so that y...

Choosing the right duck call is one of the most important steps before embarking on your duck calling journey. Matt Carey gives you his top recommendations.

In this episode, you’ll practice the lonesome hen call — a riff off of the basic quack. When the birds have made a few passes and are seemingly committed to your setup, the lonesome hen call is a great way to seal the deal.

In episode 4, Matt Carey introduces the comeback call. The ducks have passed a few times, have lost interest, or are circling wider and wider. What do you do? The comeback call is your last-ditch effort when working a group of birds.

In episode 5, you’ll practice the hail call, also known as the highball. When the birds are 200 yards off, this call can make the birds look your way. You’ll need a good amount of air pressure to hit and stay on a not-so-pretty note.

In Episode 6, you’ll learn the ins and outs of the cajun squeal. For this more advanced technique, you’ll add a little Louisiana flair to your calling — a great way to incorporate some variation in your calling.

In episode 7, Matt Carey illustrates the bouncing hen. A simple technique to master. The bouncing hen is a great sound on a big feed or refuge, but shouldn’t be used often.

It’s time to finesse your calling. In episode 8, Matt talks about volume — and how to control your volume to get the birds to respond. From highs to lows…loud and quiet, control is key.

In episode 9, you’ll learn how to break the muscle memory you’ve worked so hard to master. A great caller doesn’t sound the same every time. In this class, you’ll focus on adding variety to your calling speed. You’ll also learn how to shake up your cadence pitch.

The Chop Chop calling technique is a great tool to use on waning flocks. In this variation of a 5-note cadence, you’ll be speeding things up to turn the birds your way! In this class, you’ll focus on making your quacks short with hard stops that separate each note from the last.

Calling all ducks! It’s time to learn how to sound like a lot of ducks all at once. In this episode, you’ll be mixing things up with quacks and cadences. It’s time to put your new calling skills to the test.

Let’s talk about the why behind the call. In this episode, you’ll learn when to use the different calls you’ve worked so hard to master. From getting birds to react to keeping the party going, it’s important to know when to make noise, what noise to make, and when a little peace and quiet may act...

Too many cooks in the kitchen? Let’s discuss the importance of teamwork with a group of callers, as well as effective ways to work together for a successful hunt.

Teal. Wigeon. Pintail. Mallard. In episode 14, you’ll learn why you should have a whistle on your lanyard. You’ll also practice speaking to ducks in their native tongue.

Extra! Extra! Learning the ins and outs of each calling technique is only part of finding success behind the blind. You’ll also want to know what skill to use and when. In episode 15, you’ll learn a few practical tips to help you bag more birds.

Master the art of the cajun squeal

Breaking down the bouncing hen

Practice teal, widgeon, mallard, and pintail vocalizations

Practice controlling volume

Practice controlling pitch and regulating air pressure

Practice putting what you've learned by stringing your quacks and cadences together.

In the intermediate course, you'll embark on 15 new lessons where you'll learn the ins and outs of specific calls: the lonesome hen, the comeback call, the hail call, the cajun squeal, and the bouncing hen.