This first reservation at Harrison Ranch was expected to be a scouting trip.  The true unexpected variable that emerged was the duck hunting party on the adjacent property to the east.  The main lake at Harrison Ranch crosses a fence line, extends about 45 yards into the next property, and terminates into a dam that divides it from the neighbor’s pond.  Plenty of flocks were flying around for the first hour of LST.  While the birds did circle, they seemed confused between the conflicting spreads calling them.  Most flocks eventually left both properties instead of committing to either spread.  The other party started picking up their decoys at 8AM and was gone by about 8:20.  Some ducks trickled back in starting around 9:15 and cooperated better than they did previously.

Kudos are in order for whomever brushed in the blind as it looked really good.  For others that go to Harrison Ranch, it is worth noting that the water depth drops substantially when wading 20 yards straight out from the blind.  The cove to the right is mostly shallow and allows for a sizable spread of decoys to be deployed.  No club boat was spotted on the north side, so plan to bring a dog or a boat to avoid a long walk if the wind blows from the north pushing downed ducks across the deeper water which is not far from the blind.  Thankfully that wasn’t a problem today with the ESE wind, but be aware for future visits.