re: What are you thoughts on Duck Dynasty's effect on duck hunting?

I think Pop hit the nail on the head. These young kids get there new toys and gotta go try 'em out. This also has to do with the higher incomes that people have. More and better boats, and 4wheelers out there than I can remember from when I was a kid.
Social media can also be to "blame." Pics of people with piles of birds can't help but make it look easy.
You also have to admit that duck hunting is just more fun than about any other hunting. You get to stand around bullshitting with your buds, make hella noise, cook in the blind, play in the mud and still kill stuff from time to time.