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We hand pick our Damn Good Guides, and our network spans across North America and beyond.
“Our Damn Good Guides go above and beyond, and we've handpicked every single one. We're passionate about the outdoors and look forward to getting you out on the trip of a lifetime, every time.”
Jonathan and Attison | Co-founders | Austin, Texas
Common Merganser Hunting Guides
Texas Coast Cast And Blast
Diver Duck Hunt Ormond Beach
Combo Duck/Goose Hunts
Duck Hunting in South Padre Island
South Texas Duck Hunts
Aransas Pass Quacker Smacker
Duck Hunting in Pensacola Beach
Bay And Gulf Hunts
Other Captain Experiences Trips
West Bay Trip
Upper Galveston Bay Trip
Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Galveston
22' Whaler Inshore
22' Whaler Inshore - Texas City
Galveston Inshore Trip
Nearshore, Jetty Fishing in Galveston
Bay And Jetty Fishing
Nearshore, Jetty Fishing in Galveston
Shark And Bull Drum Trip
Nearshore Fishing in Galveston
State Water Slam
Going Deep - 35' Sea Hunter
Blue Water Adventure
Freeport Bay Fishing Trip
Galveston Trout And Redfish Roundup
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What are the best common merganser hunting trips?
The best common merganser hunting trips are:
- Com'N'Getit Fishing Charters guided by Billy P.
- Aggie Guide Service guided by Brian P. with 7 years of experience
- Keepin Up With The Jones Outfitters guided by Brody J. with 7 years of experience
- Old Town Charters guided by Keith B.
- JW's Guide Service guided by Josh W.
Why should I book a common merganser hunting trip with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 11 common merganser trips, and the most popular trips are Texas Coast Cast And Blast guided by Brody, Diver Duck Hunt Ormond Beach guided by Billy, and Combo Duck/Goose Hunts guided by Dennis.
Our guides are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 8854 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.
All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, and more.
Looking for kid friendly common merganser guides? Check out our beginner and family friendly common merganser guides.
What types of common merganser hunting trips are common?
Duck hunting is the most popular type of hunting for common merganser as well as goose hunting.
How much does a common merganser hunting trip cost?
Prices for common merganser can range anywhere from about $408 to $2,250, but the average price for a half day trip for common merganser is $695. The average price for a full day trip for common merganser is $1,435.
Is booking a hunting guide worth the money?
Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a hunting guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.
Working with experienced hunting guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is outside every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.
Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.
Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your backyard, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.
What month is best for common merganser hunting?
The most popular season for common merganser hunting is winter, and most hunters book their trips 35 days in advance.
Where can I look through all Captain Experiences trips?
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Other Hunting Species
- Black Duck
- Black Scoter
- Black-Bellied Whistling Duck
- Blue-Winged Teal
- Bluebill
- Brant
- Bufflehead
- Canada Goose
- Canvasback
- Cinnamon Teal
- Common Eider
- Common Goldeneye
- Coot
- Gadwall
- Green-Winged Teal
- Hooded Merganser
- Mallard
- Mottled Duck
- Northern Pintail
- Northern Shoveler
- Old Squaw
- Red-Breasted Merganser
- Redhead
- Ring-Necked Duck
- Ross's Goose
- Ruddy Duck
- Snow Goose
- Specklebelly Goose
- Surf Scoter
- White-Winged Scoter
- Wigeon
- Wood Duck
