Waterfowl Hunting Destinations

Road Trip Checklist

By David Hart Jake Latendresse This is your year. After dreaming about a trip to some faraway waterfowl hunting destination, you finally decide to make it happen. Whether you are going to Arkansas, North Dakota, Saskatchewan, or some other place on your waterfowling wish list, you need to be fully prepared before you hit the road. Forget one thing, fail to take care of a minor detail, or skip an important step, and your dream trip could turn into a nightmare. The following expert advice will help you organize a successful waterfowling adventure this season. Guns and Ammo Matt McCormick/ImagesOnTheWildSide.com Make sure your passport is up to date if you’re traveling abroad. Plan to bring not only your favorite duck gun but also a spare if possible, just in case you need a backup. While on the road, it's wise to keep guns safely locked in hard travel cases. Soft cases can be used to transport guns in the field. Also, don't forget to pack a gun-cleaning kit with a rod, oil, rags, and powder solvent for routine gun maintenance during your trip. As for ammunition, it's best to bring a good supply of your favorite duck and goose loads. This will save you the trouble of having to purchase ammunition at your destination, where supplies might be limited. Hunters who plan to bring shotguns into Canada will need to fill out some extra paperwork and pay a fee to secure a nonresident firearms declaration. There are also special regulations regarding the s