Stuttgart, Arkansas · Duck Capital of the World
Flooded rice fields, field spreads, and layout hunts on the Mississippi Flyway — guided by Jonathon Goins.
About Your Guide
I'm Jonathon Goins, and waterfowl hunting is what I do. Not as a hobby — as a way of life. For over 15 years, I've been in the blind before sunrise, setting decoys in frozen fields, and reading the weather like it's the only language that matters.
The Roost Hole isn't a corporate operation. It's me, the land I know around Stuttgart, and the birds that work the Arkansas Grand Prairie and Mississippi Flyway every season. I don't promise limits. I promise honest hunting — the kind where you earn it, respect it, and remember it.
Stuttgart sits at the crossroads of two of the most productive waterfowl wintering areas in North America. To the east, the White River National Wildlife Refuge draws hundreds of thousands of mallards and other ducks every winter. To the south and west, the Bayou Meto Wildlife Management Area holds some of the most storied flooded timber duck hunting in the country. We hunt the Grand Prairie grounds in between — the flooded rice fields, the layout spreads, the tight pockets nobody else is working.
We go where the birds go, and we do it right: small groups, proven setups, and no shortcuts. If you want a real Stuttgart duck hunt with a guide who lives this life year-round, let's talk.
What We Offer
We hunt Stuttgart's flooded rice fields, field spreads, and layout setups on the Arkansas Grand Prairie — exactly where the birds want to be on the Mississippi Flyway. Every setup is built from 15+ years of knowing these grounds.
Stuttgart's legendary rice field hunting on the Arkansas Grand Prairie. Mallards, pintails, and gadwall working flooded harvested fields. Shallow water, big decoy spreads, and birds dropping feet-down at first light. Stuttgart Arkansas produces some of the highest mallard concentrations in North America every season — this is what Mississippi Flyway hunting is all about.
Ducks and geese over large decoy spreads in harvested grain fields — rice, corn, and soybeans on the Arkansas Grand Prairie. We set up where birds are actively feeding and let them work naturally into the spread. Specklebelly geese, Canada geese, and mallards all respond to properly-set field spreads when conditions are right. Timing, concealment, and knowing the land are everything.
Low-profile field hunting for ducks and Canada geese in dry agricultural fields. Get flat, stay still, and watch them lock up over the spread from 400 yards out. Layout hunting demands discipline and precise calling — when it comes together, there's nothing like it in waterfowl hunting. We run layout blinds across Stuttgart area fields throughout the season wherever birds are working.
What's Flying
Stuttgart sits at the heart of the Mississippi Flyway — one of the most productive waterfowl migration corridors in North America. Every season, millions of birds funnel through the Arkansas Grand Prairie on their way south, giving hunters access to a remarkable variety of duck and goose species. The flooded rice fields hold mallards, pintails, gadwall, and teal. The grain fields draw specklebelly geese, Canada geese, and mixed duck flocks. The Bayou Meto corridor to the south and the White River bottoms to the east funnel birds directly onto the Grand Prairie every time a cold front pushes down from the north. Here's what's regularly working over our spreads.
6 ducks per day · No more than 4 mallards (2 hens) · 3 wood ducks · 1 canvasback · 2 pintails · 2 redheads · 1 black duck. Possession limit = 3× daily limit. Goose limits vary by species. Always verify current limits at agfc.com and the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.
Stuttgart sits 30 miles west of the White River National Wildlife Refuge — one of the largest bottomland hardwood refuges in the country and a major wintering area for mallards and other waterfowl along the Mississippi Flyway.
In the Blind
We're in the blind well before legal shooting time. Ducks and geese are most active at first light — being set up and ready before the birds move is non-negotiable.
Quality decoy spreads, precise blind placement, and real-time scouting every single day of the season. Jonathon checks conditions daily, moves when birds move, and puts you exactly where they want to be on the Arkansas Grand Prairie.
Professional duck and goose calling that brings birds in and seals the deal. Knowing when to call hard and when to go silent is what separates good guides from great ones.
Comfortable accommodations for out-of-town hunters traveling to Stuttgart. Call for current availability and rates — lodging spots go fast during peak season.
Before You Come
Don't show up unprepared. Here's everything you'll need for your Arkansas waterfowl hunt. Questions? Call Jonathon at 870-830-3633 and he'll walk you through it.
870-830-3633Required for all hunters. Purchase online at agfc.com or by calling 800-364-4263.
Two required: Arkansas State Duck Stamp (DSN) — $35 and Federal Duck Stamp — $25. Also need free HIP Registration. Can all be purchased online.
Steel shot required — no lead. 12-gauge recommended. 3" or 3.5" shells, #2, #3, or #4 shot work best in our hunting scenarios. Make sure your plug is in your gun.
Chest waders are essential. Warm, waterproof camo jacket or parka. Layering is key — Arkansas weather changes fast. We provide decoys, blinds, and calling.
Purchase your Arkansas hunting license, duck stamps, and HIP registration online before you arrive at ar-web.s3licensing.com. Need help? Call Jonathon at 870-830-3633.
Private Membership — 2026–27 Season
Not just a guided trip — a full-season membership. Lock in your access to Stuttgart's finest grounds before anyone else. Your blind. Your dates. Your group. Limited spots, by design.
Individual
1 person · Full season access
Private Blind
Up to 6 hunters · Exclusively yours · First pick on dates
From the Blind
Reviews
Best duck hunt I've ever been on. Jonathon knows the birds, knows the Stuttgart grounds, and puts you exactly where you need to be. No BS, just good hunting on real flooded rice fields.
We limited out on greenheads by 9am. Jonathon had us in the perfect spot on the Grand Prairie. Already booked for next season — wouldn't hunt anywhere else in Stuttgart.
Real hunting, real guide. No fancy lodge nonsense. Just good setups and great shooting on the Mississippi Flyway. This is what duck hunting is supposed to feel like.
Got Questions
Everything you need to know before your Stuttgart duck hunt. Still have questions? Call or text Jonathon directly — he'll give you a straight answer.
870-830-3633Stuttgart sits at the heart of the Mississippi Flyway on the Arkansas Grand Prairie. Duck species include Mallard, Pintail, Gadwall, Widgeon, Teal, Canvasback, Redhead, Wood Duck, Black Duck, and Ringneck. Goose species include Specklebelly (White-fronted Goose), Canada Goose, and Snow Goose. Daily limit is 6 ducks. Verify current limits at agfc.com.
All hunters are required to have a valid Arkansas Hunting License. Purchase online at agfc.com or by calling 800-364-4263. Questions? Call Jonathon at 870-830-3633 and he'll walk you through it.
Bring your shotgun (12-gauge recommended), shells (steel shot required — no lead, 3" or 3.5" #2-#4 shot), your licenses and stamps, chest waders, and warm waterproof camo. We provide decoys, blinds, and calling. Make sure your gun plug is in. When in doubt, call ahead.
Call or text Jonathon Goins directly at 870-830-3633. We'll talk dates, group size, and what you're hoping to hunt. Book early — peak season dates fill up fast and we keep groups small by design for a better hunt experience.
Yes — lodging is available for an additional fee. Stuttgart has comfortable accommodation options for traveling hunters. Call 870-830-3633 for current availability and rates. We can accommodate groups comfortably for multi-day hunts.
We keep group sizes at 4 or more hunters. Small groups mean better blind setups, tighter spreads, and a more personal hunt experience. This is not a crowd-and-shoot operation — it's real guided hunting. For private groups of up to 6, ask about the Jonboy's Duck Club private blind membership.
Duck season in Arkansas typically runs from early November through late January with splits. The 2026–27 season runs November 2026 through January 2027. Specklebelly and Canada goose seasons overlap with duck season. Snow goose conservation season extends into spring. Call Jonathon for specific dates and to lock in your hunt.
Ready to Go
The best Stuttgart duck hunting dates go to hunters who call early. Prime migration windows — the first cold fronts of November, the peak mallard push in December, the late-season pintail and gadwall flights through January — fill up fast. Don't spend another season watching other people's photos from the Arkansas Grand Prairie flooded fields. Call Jonathon and get your dates locked in before they're gone.
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