While mainland Alaska freezes over early in the fall, the fresh water on Kodiak doesn't freeze over until late fall or even winter. The salt water never does freeze except in some protected bays with fresh water outlets. This makes for a terrific stopover for early migratory ducks such as mallards and for late season holdovers such as eiders. If sea ducks are your priority we recommend you hunt in December or January. Plan your duck hunting in January if your hunting interest includes common or king eiders.
Limits are generous and the ducks are tough so bring lots of shells.
We sometimes pass shoot in the narrow passes formed by the small islands that are thick with tall spruce. All of our duck hunts are fair chase utilizing safe ocean going boats complete with state of the art marine electronics. The boats are complete with stoves and dining room for your convenience and comfort. Guides are Coast Guard licensed and approved with years of experience in safe seamanship and hunting techniques. We travel to remote sites and place two or three hunters with a guide and a dog in a strategic place.