Duck Blind Decoy Spread Timing Calculator

Never rush a decoy spread in the dark again. Enter your legal shooting time, setup needs, and travel time to get your ideal departure time.

Legal shooting time (minutes after midnight, e.g. 6:30am = 390)

Buffer before shoot time to be fully ready (minutes) — 10min

Number of decoys to set

Setup time per decoy (seconds)

Blind/boat setup time (minutes)

Travel time from vehicle to spot (minutes)

Drive time to location (minutes)

Depart Home By (Minutes Before Midnight Reference)

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Decoy Setup Minutes—

Blind/Boat Setup Minutes—

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Drive Time Minutes—

Total Prep Time Needed—

About this calculator

Calculate what time to arrive at your waterfowl hunting spot based on sunrise, legal shooting time, decoy setup duration, and travel time.

How do I convert my shooting time to minutes?

Multiply the hour (in 24-hour format) by 60 and add the minutes. For example, 6:30 AM = 6*60+30 = 390 minutes.

How long does it take to set a decoy spread?

Most hunters average 20-30 seconds per decoy depending on rigging style, water depth, and spread complexity.

Why include a buffer before legal shooting time?

A buffer ensures you're fully settled, calm, and ready rather than still finishing setup right as legal light arrives.