I have to agree with what has already been said, But I will try to add a few. If you can, try to scout from a distance! I mean that if the land you are hunting is partially open, try scouting with a spotting scope or binoculars. Just like scouting for deer. Like Barefoot said "make a day of it" and scout as often as you can to get a god idea of the flock in your area. You may also want to invest in a good ground blind! Once you have located birds on your property, set out your blind and spend some time just watching them and listening to them. You will be surprised at what you can learn from just watching them in their enviroment(i.e. vocal sounds, feeding and breeding patterns, etc..) This will also allow you to see the quailty of the birds you will be hunting upclose and not have to worry AS MUCH about your movements. I mean "as much" because you still have to be careful not to be seen moving while in the blind but if you do it may give you a little more room for error! This is also a good time to take a camera with you to get yourself some pictures of the flock. That way you can learn the physical differences of the birds you will be hunting and can help you learn how to field judge the differences. It is also a way you can share your adventures with the other people on this forum!LOL
Good Luck and Safe Hunting!!!